Episodes 121
Avg. Duration 43m
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Since Oct 2020
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Podcast about science in Luxembourg and beyond - in every episode we have a look at the latest scientific research and technological changes in Luxembourg or we discuss it with scientists or researchers working in Luxembourg. This is a podcast for people who love science, but aren't necessarily science graduates. We post a new episode every second week.

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Recent Episodes

S6E5 Nature's Balance. Hummingbirds, Other Pollinators and Biodiversity with Prof. Ainhoa Magrach

Feb 17, 2026 43m

Ever wondered why scientists keep talking about biodiversity? In this episode, Professor Ainhoa Magrach from Spain's BC3 Basque Centre for Climate Change reveals why diverse ecosystems are the…

S6E4 AI Awakening: Navigating Europe's Role in the Future of Machine Learning with Prof. Søren Hauberg

Jan 20, 2026 51m

The AI research landscape may be fracturing along geopolitical lines. What does this mean for European innovation?Professor Søren Hauberg from Danish Technical University tackles these questions in…

S6E3 The Silent Struggle: Endometriosis and Its Impact with Dr. Marina Kvaskoff

Dec 16, 2025 53m

In this episode, we look into the complexities of endometriosis with Dr. Marina Kvaskoff, a researcher who works in the Epidemiology of Gynecological Health Team of the Center for Research in…

S6E2 Emergent Wonders, Gravity and Black Holes with Dr. Jay Armas

Nov 18, 2025 58m

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jácome (Jay) Armas, a theoretical physicist who works at the Niels Bohr Institute (University of Copenhagen) and the University of Amsterdam.We spend time on the…

S6E1 Tiny Transformations: Exploring the World of Nanomaterials with Prof. Katarzyna Siuzdak

Oct 28, 2025 43m

Did you know that if you go down to nanoscale, the features of materials change completely? For example gold can have a completely different colour. It's not only aestheric, it can have profound…

S5E35 People on the Move: The Impact of Migration on Economies with Prof. Catia Batista

Oct 21, 2025 39m

Migration remains one of the most contentious and emotionally charged issues of our time. In this episode, we explore the evidence behind the debates with Catia Batista, Professor of Economics at…

S5E34 Gut Feelings: Understanding Microbiome Influence on Health with Prof. Paul Wilmes

Sep 30, 2025 39m

The gut microbiome has become a hot topic in recent years, capturing the attention of scientists and the general public alike. In our latest podcast episode, we met with Professor Paul Wilmes, head…

S5E33 Can Data Help Manage Diabetes? (with Dr. Adam Hulman)

Sep 23, 2025 51m

This episode features Dr. Adam Hulman, a mathematician with a PhD in epidemiology who specialises in bridging the gap between computer science and clinical research. Adam discusses the significant…

S5E32 The Sun Affects Us All - Space Weather with Dr. Carl Shneider

Sep 16, 2025 47m

Did you know Luxembourg is home to space weather experts?Space weather – a term that may sound unfamiliar to many – encompasses a broad range of solar phenomena that can significantly impact life on…

S5E31 Eating for Life: Talking Nutrition with Dr. Torsten Bohn

Sep 02, 2025 55m

Let's look at what we eat - from a nutrition research perspective!Dr.  Torsten Bohn, a food chemist and nutritionist heading the Nutrition and Health group at the Luxembourg Institute of Health,…

S5E30 From Primes to Privacy: Number Theory and Cryptography with Prof. Jennifer Balakrishnan and Tim Seuré

Jul 22, 2025 47m

What exactly is number theory, and what drives researchers to dedicate their careers to this field? How does this seemingly abstract branch of mathematics connect to the cryptography that secures our…

S5E29 Insights into Colorectal Cancer Research with Prof. Elisabeth Letellier and Dr. Mina Tsenkova

Jul 08, 2025 36m

In this episode, Professor Elisabeth Letellier from the University of Luxembourg and Dr. Mina Tsenkova, now at Amgen in California, discuss colorectal cancer research and ketogenic diet.  Mina won…

S5E28 From Rocks to Rescue: The Science of Asteroids and Planetary Defense with Dr. Patrick Michel

Jul 01, 2025 55m

Dr. Patrick Michel, senior researcher at CNRS and global fellow at the University of Tokyo, discusses how our understanding of asteroids has evolved dramatically since the mid-1990s. Early research…

S5E27 The Lifecycle of Change: Sustainability Strategies with Dr. Thomas Gibon

Jun 24, 2025 45m

Dr. Thomas Gibon from the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology breaks down why our assumptions about "green" technology are often wrong. Electric cars, hydrogen fuel, steel production –…

S5E26 Revolutionising Orthopedic Care: The SmILE Project with Dr. Bernd Grimm and Prof. Arndt-Peter Schulz

Jun 10, 2025 36m

In this episode, we connect with Dr. Bernd Grimm from the Luxembourg Institute of Health and Professor Arndt-Peter Schulz from Germany's Fraunhofer IMTE – two researchers revolutionising orthopedic…

S5E25 Bridging Science and Society: Insights from Prof. Mike S. Schäfer

Jun 03, 2025 47m

In this SciLux episode, we speak about science communication with Professor Mike S. Schäfer, Head of the Department of Communication and Media Research at the University of Zurich. We examine the…

S5E24 Unveiling the Layers of History with Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed

May 27, 2025 42m

History isn't just what happened - it's who gets to tell the story. In this episode, we sit down with public history researcher Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed (C2DH, University of Luxembourg) to explore…

S5E23 Navigating the Complexities of EU Law with Prof. Takis Tridimas

May 13, 2025 36m

Prof. Takis Tridimas: "Europe for me is a set of values. It's about democracy. It's about putting the citizen at the centre of society."As we celebrated Europe Day last week, we took the time to…

S5E22 How to Learn a Language Like a Baby with Dr. Kateřina Chládková

May 06, 2025 46m

Let's change the way we learn foreign languages! In our latest episode, Dr. Kateřina Chládková (assistant professor at Faculty of Arts, Charles University and a senior scientist at Institute of…

S5E21 Empowering Communities Through Local Currencies and Social Innovation with Dr. Gilles Evrard Essuman

Apr 29, 2025 44m

In a world where traditional economic systems are being challenged, the concept of local currencies is gaining traction as a powerful tool for community empowerment and social innovation. In the…

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