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Podcast: ‘Barf-proofing’ the Holidays, Part 1

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NC State researcher Jane Hoppin meets with students on her team to discuss their GenX community exposure study.

Jan 16, 2019

Podcast: The GenX Exposure Study

In this episode, Jane Hoppin, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences and Deputy Director of NC State’s Center for Human Health and the Environment, talks about the GenX Exposure Study. The study is designed to assess whether GenX and related chemicals are detectable in the bodies of Wilmington area residents.  

Dec 4, 2018

Podcast: Pet Safety for the Holidays

Brenda Stevens from the College of Veterinary Medicine has tips for keeping pets safe and healthy during holiday celebrations. 
A deer faces the camera, a home can be seen in the background.

Oct 31, 2018

Podcast: Living in Wild Suburbia

Our idea of idyllic suburban living doesn't necessarily feature bobcats, but it turns out suburbia is a little bit wilder than we thought. 

Oct 3, 2018

Podcast: Brains!

In this October episode of Audio Abstract we focus - zombie-like - on the brain! 

Sep 4, 2018

Podcast: Math in Motion

Mathematician Tye Lidman and dancer Michelle Pearson are working together to make two disciplines that people find difficult - math and dance - accessible to a broader audience. 

Aug 1, 2018

The Beer Episode

In this episode of Audio Abstract, we talk beer brewing with John Sheppard, director of the NC State brewery. 

Jun 29, 2018

Podcast: Pesticide Resistance Arms Race

Fred Gould talks about the rising rates of herbicide and pesticide resistance and the current state of the resistance arms race. 

Jun 1, 2018

Podcast: You’re Only As Old As You Feel – Sort Of

How we feel about aging can affect us psychologically and physically. In this episode of Audio Abstract we talk about our perceptions of and attitudes toward aging with Shevaun Neupert, associate professor of psychology at NC State. 

May 1, 2018

Podcast: Talking Termites

Today we're talking termites - what we know about them and how new research into their pheromones could help us keep them away from our homes. 

Apr 19, 2018

Podcast: Molecular Paleontology

For NC State paleontologist Mary Schweitzer, an accidental discovery – and an open mind – led to a new field of paleontology. Schweitzer talks about the emerging field of molecular paleo – what it is and what it can tell us. 
Natasha Olby tests the reflexes of a canine patient with the help of a colleague.

Mar 27, 2018

Podcast: Gerontology and Companion Animals

Natasha Olby talks about challenges owners face with aging pets and the emerging field of gerontology for companion animals. 

Nov 17, 2017

Podcast: ‘Barf-proofing’ the Holidays, Part 2

In this two-part episode of Audio Abstract, NC State food safety extension specialist Ben Chapman helps us "barf-proof" the holidays. In part two we discuss side dishes, desserts and storing leftovers. 

Nov 17, 2017

Podcast: ‘Barf-proofing’ the Holidays, Part 1

In this two-part episode of Audio Abstract, NC State food safety extension specialist Ben Chapman helps us "barf-proof" the holidays. In part one we talk turkey - literally - with best practices for cooking your bird.