Dive into the science of flow states with Dr. David S. Rosen, a cognitive neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins’ Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research. Discover how to enter flow state through his groundbreaking research on jazz improvisation, revealing the neuroscience behind creativity and peak performance. Dr. Rosen, an accomplished musician and member of the band Outer States, shares insights from his EEG studies with jazz guitarists and explores the role of psychedelics in unlocking creative flow. Learn the secrets of flow state, from intrinsic motivation to letting go, and hear how his personal music journey shapes his work. #flowstate #neuroscience #JazzImprov#jazzimprovisation #Psychedelics #DrDavidRosen #OuterStates #CreativeFlow #JohnsHopkins #BrainScience #mindfulness Dr. Rosen's work at the CPCR: https://hopkinspsychedelic.org/rosenDr. Rosen's SciAm article: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/brain-scans-of-jazz-musicians-reveal-how-to-reach-a-creative-flow-state/Dr. Rosen's recent paper on jazz improve and flow state: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0028393224000393?ref=pdf_download&fr=RR-2&rr=94e6cbf6580c36d1Dr. Rosen's band Outer States on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ZjrmETURfs2idKO87mzZd?si=lTcDvpgVRfShvAI8USSnVwIn Vivo on X - https://x.com/InVivoPodOnXIn Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002In Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo#DarkMatter #TimeTravel #UAP #UFO #Physics #Cosmology #LuxZeplin #StephenHawking #ScienceExplained

Asteroids like Bennu might hold the secrets to life’s origins on Earth and beyond. Now, thanks to a daring NASA mission, we’ve got a pristine sample that could rewrite our cosmic story.In this episode of In Vivo, I sit down with Dr. Scott Sandford, a NASA astrophysicist and OSIRIS-REx team member, to discuss:• How Bennu’s amino acids and nucleobases hint at a universe primed for life• Why OSIRIS-REx’s 121-gram haul is a game-changer for astrobiology• What these findings reveal about life elsewhere in the universe• How this asteroid’s chemistry could shape humanity’s future in spaceJoin me for a vital conversation on asteroid science, life’s building blocks, and our place in the cosmos.- Check out Dr. Sandford’s NASA profile: https://www.nasa.gov/people/scott-sandford/- The OSIRIS-REx mission: https://science.nasa.gov/mission/osiris-rex/- The two recent papers which found amino acids and nucleobases on Bennu, as well as the evaporite sequence paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-024-02472-9 and https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11779627/- The NASA Goddard Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@NASAGoddard- Credit: Astrum on Youtube: https://youtu.be/-A8X5oLdrCA?si=hvSjtm75l9f9M7-PIn Vivo on X - https://x.com/InVivoPodOnXIn Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002In Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo#osirisrex #asteroidbennu #panspermia #aminoacids #Nucleobases #SignsOfLife #lifeorigins #nasa #ScottSandford #astrobiology #SampleReturn #CosmicChemistry #ExtraterrestrialLife #spaceexploration #organiccompounds

Fungi shape our world in ways most people don’t realize—from medicine to food, and even in public health. But right now, one of the most important fungal research collections in the world is at risk of disappearing forever.

In this episode of In Vivo, I sit down with Dr. James Scott, a leading mycologist and public health scientist, to discuss:

- How fungi are essential to medicine, food, and science

- Why the UAMH fungal biobank is facing an existential threat

- How losing this collection could impact future scientific discoveries

- What we can do to prevent this priceless archive from being lost

Join me for a crucial discussion on fungal science, public health, and what’s at stake.

James Scott's: https://lmp.utoronto.ca/faculty/james-scott

Dr. James Scott on X: https://x.com/jscott_toronto

Dr. James Scott's private lab: http://www.sporometrics.com/

Dr. James Scott's Mycology board game: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/588533030/mycology-the-board-game-of-foraging-for-fungiUAMH: https://www.uamh.ca/

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Can worms revolutionize medicine? Dr. Andrea Choe, CEO of Holoclara, is pioneering worm-derived molecules for human health. In this episode of In Vivo, we explore:- The surprising relationship between gut worms and the immune system- How worm-derived molecules could treat autoimmune diseases- Fascinating historical cases of humans coexisting with gut worms- The journey of Holoclara’s breakthrough drug into Phase 1 trialsDr. Choe explains the science of immunomodulation, the role of gut parasites in human health, and why modern medicine might be missing an evolutionary advantage.Listen in to uncover how gut worms could lead to the next wave of innovative treatments!Introduction and Congratulations - 00:02:12Background on Gut Worm Symbiosis - 00:02:51Journey into Worm Research - 00:03:09Historical Context of Gut Worms - 00:05:16Hypothesis on Immuno Modulation - 00:05:55Evolution of Gut Worms and Humans - 00:08:07Benefits of Gut Worms in Health - 00:09:26Public Perception and Black Market Treatments - 00:10:15Evidence for Immuno Modulation - 00:11:39Bio Prospecting with Worms vs. Rainforests - 00:15:54Molecule Selection for Human Trials - 00:16:53Challenges in Worm Research - 00:18:22Characteristics of Worm Researchers - 00:20:46Protein vs. Small Molecule Research - 00:22:40Philosophy of Staying Close to Nature - 00:26:13Reception of Worm-Derived Medicine in Biotech - 00:29:22Balancing Roles as PhD, MD, and Entrepreneur - 00:31:39Overview of Hola Clara - 00:33:06Leadership and Management Inspiration - 00:33:33Phase One Trials and Eosinophilic Esophagitis - 00:36:22Future Applications Beyond Current Trials - 00:39:01Navigating Research Biases - 00:40:44Regulatory Challenges with Worms - 00:43:04Timeline for Market Availability - 00:44:11Advice for Aspiring Scientist-Entrepreneurs - 00:45:19Personal Journey with Worm-Derived Medicine - 00:46:59Worm Atlas and Personalized Medicine - 00:48:01Ethical Considerations - 00:51:16Future Vision for Hola Clara - 00:52:19Closing Remarks - 00:53:11Holoclara website - https://www.holoclara.com/In Vivo on X - https://x.com/InVivoPodOnXIn Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002In Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo

Is your body electric? In this episode of In Vivo, Sally Adee, author of We Are Electric, explores the hidden world of bioelectricity—the long-overlooked science that could revolutionize medicine, healing, and human health.Topics we cover:-The history of bioelectricity and its forgotten pioneers- How electricity controls healing, regeneration, and even cancer- The battle between Volta and Galvani that shaped modern science- How bioelectricity could be harnessed to control cells & organs- The DARPA experiment that changed Sally’s brain and perception- What bioelectric fences in bacteria can teach us about antibioticsAbout Sally Adee:Sally is an award-winning science journalist whose book We Are Electric reveals the fascinating world of bioelectricity—a field once dismissed as pseudoscience but now on the cutting edge of medicine.Listen in to explore how we might soon control life itself with electricity!Introduction to Bioelectricity as a Unifying Framework - 00:02:06Historical Context: Galvani and Volta - 00:03:22The Schism Between Biology and Electricity - 00:05:12Impact of the Patch Clamp on Bioelectricity Research - 00:13:27Electrical Identity of Cells - 00:20:45Electrical Properties of Different Cell Types - 00:21:13Bioelectricity in Cancer and Regeneration - 00:25:29Bioelectricity in Wound Healing - 00:29:44Bioelectricity in Development and Morphogenesis - 00:34:27Experience with DARPA and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation - 00:37:53Application of Bioelectricity in Agriculture - 00:54:44Bioelectricity Across Different Species - 00:59:47Takeaways from "We Are Electric" - 01:00:52Philosophical Implications and Optimism in Biology - 01:01:18The Role of Tools in Scientific Progress - 01:07:00Future Projects and Research Directions - 01:08:00Advice for Young Scientists - 01:09:01Closing Remarks and Future Conversations - 01:11:54Learn more about Sally Adee’s work here: https://www.sally80.com/We Are Electric on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/We-Are-Electric-200-Year-Bioelectric/dp/0306826631/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fMziYVNEsvLmvpBK7yT0KmdR0uPvrD2wFSk-BwrhEVg.4G7qQexFBuStQMfx1Ak2FdNKgCzk_k4IRuxLwRedN6A&dib_tag=se&hvadid=647377417347&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9000956&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3319241274380986381&hvtargid=kwd-1935623510346&hydadcr=22461_13336686&keywords=we+are+electric+sally+adee&qid=1737060604&sr=8-1In Vivo on X - https://x.com/InVivoPodOnXIn Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002In Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo

Is bioelectricity the missing key to regeneration and healing? Dr. Michael Levin challenges the DNA-centric view of biology and reveals how bioelectric signals shape our bodies, direct cell behavior, and even influence cancer growth.Topics we cover:- Why bioelectricity, not just DNA, determines body shape- How cells communicate & self-organize without a genetic blueprint- The future of regenerative medicine & bioelectric healing- Why some animals can regenerate limbs—and why humans lost this ability- How bioelectricity could change the way we treat cancer- The philosophy of intelligence: Do cells "think" & make decisions?- How Michael Levin’s work could reshape AI, medicine, & our understanding of lifeAbout Dr. Michael Levin:Dr. Michael Levin is a biologist and bioelectricity pioneer whose research on cellular intelligence, limb regeneration, and morphogenesis is redefining how we understand life itself.Listen in to explore the next frontier of biology!• Introduction to Bioelectricity and Beyond the DNA-Centric Model - 00:02:36• Exploring Planaria and Its Unique Properties - 00:03:18• Regeneration and Holographic Information in Planaria - 00:06:33• Challenges in Transgenic Manipulation of Planaria - 00:10:26• Bioelectric Circuits as Software for Biological Hardware - 00:21:17• The Role of Bioelectricity in Morphogenesis - 00:24:07• Manipulating Bioelectric Patterns in Planaria - 00:28:35• The Philosophical Question of Information Storage in Biology - 00:30:42• Intelligence in Biological Systems - 00:37:08• The Evolution of Regeneration in Mammals - 00:42:08• Bioelectricity in Motile Cells - 00:44:39• Bioprinting and Bioelectricity in Tissue Engineering - 00:46:10• Current State of Bioelectric Research in Mammalian Tissues - 00:48:31• Bioelectric Approaches to Cancer Treatment - 00:51:45• Reconnecting Cancer Cells to Physiological Networks - 00:57:44• Advice for Students Interested in Bioelectricity Research - 00:59:27• Closing Remarks and Future Conversations - 01:01:22Dr. Levin's X page - https://x.com/drmichaellevinDr. Levin's lab - https://www.drmichaellevin.org/Dr. Levin's blog and photography - https://thoughtforms.life/Dr. Levin's advice to young scientists - https://thoughtforms.life/what-advice-do-i-give-to-my-students/ and https://thoughtforms.life/where-can-i-do-a-phd-in-bioelectricity-or-in-other-niche-topics/In Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002In Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo

Can memories be inherited? In this episode of In Vivo, Dr. Oded Rechavi challenges long-held genetic dogma, revealing how RNA molecules, not just DNA, can store and transmit information across generations.Topics we cover:- How small RNAs bypass the Weismann barrier to transmit memory- Why our ancestors’ experiences might shape our biology- How C. elegans experiments reveal a hidden layer of inheritance- What this means for evolution, epigenetics & gene regulation- The controversial history of Lamarckian inheritance- Could RNA therapy redefine medicine, memory & disease treatment? About Dr. Oded Rechavi:Dr. Oded Rechavi is a leading researcher at Tel Aviv University, whose work on transgenerational inheritance has redefined how we think about heredity, memory, and the evolution of life itself.Listen in to explore the future of genetic inheritance and why RNA might be rewriting biology!Introduction to Inheritance Beyond DNA - 00:00:00The Weismann Barrier Explained - 00:03:56Weismann Barrier in Relation to Darwin's Evolution - 00:06:08Introduction to C. elegans and RNA Inheritance - 00:08:27RNA and Epigenetics: Challenging Traditional Inheritance - 00:09:10Mechanisms of RNA Transfer in C. elegans - 00:14:40Amplification and Persistence of RNA Across Generations - 00:15:56Example of RNA Memory in C. elegans Behavior - 00:19:47RNA's Role in Viral Immunity in C. elegans - 00:26:28RNAi and the Fight Against Genomic Parasites - 00:28:05Duration of RNA-Based Memory in Generations - 00:33:33Speculation on RNA Loss and Adaptation - 00:34:43Differences in RNA Transfer in Sperm vs. Egg - 00:38:34Time Frame for Environmental Stress to Affect Generations - 00:41:13Transgenerational Effects in More Complex Animals - 00:43:13Controversy Surrounding Transgenerational Epigenetics - 00:45:23The Dynamic and Fractal Nature of Cellular Information - 00:48:23Speculation on RNA Inheritance in Humans - 00:49:55Potential Applications of RNA Inheritance Research - 00:52:56Philosophical Implications of Inherited Memories - 00:54:36Scientific Communication Through Memes - 00:55:01Advice for Young Scientists - 00:57:27Closing Remarks - 01:00:00Dr. Rechavi's X page (the best science account on X) - https://x.com/OdedRechaviDr. Rechavi's lab - https://www.odedrechavilab.com/In Vivo on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GBvPPvSx52O6ILuam4LoX?si=6c903566ae7b4761&nd=1&dlsi=254f9f5e78194002Introduction video attribution - The New York A