That's what I call Science‪!‬ That’s What I Call Science

Join Olly and Sarah in this episode as they dive into an interesting engineering application involving lobsters.  Our expert guest Charles Sutherland is a PhD student in the School of Engineering and has been working on enabling technology to identify pre-moult lobsters.  Through this episode Charles shares the engineering journey he has been on in developing low-cost technology for this cross-disciplinary application area.


Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod


Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)
Co-Host: Sarah Lyden
Production:  Ryan Smith
Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)

In the paradise of Ticino, Switzerland palms line the foothills of the alps, but why are they here and are they a problem? Thibaut Juillard studies what makes these palms successful for his PhD in the PERL (Plant Ecology Research Laboratory) at EPFL (the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland). Dr Kate Johnson and Katya Bandow ask Thibaut about ‘his’ palms and how he studies them, and what he’s doing here in Tasmania both in and outside of work. Listen to hear Thibaut’s adventures around the lakes and mountains, the push and pull between predators and temperatures that will decide the fate of an invasive palm species, and a frank conversation on the differences between doing a PhD in Switzerland vs. Tasmania.

Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Host: Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys) and Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)
Production: Meredith Castles (@MeredithCastles)
Media & Promotion: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)

Join us as we journey through time and space to unlock Earth's dynamic history with expert guest Dr. Sheree Armistead. In this episode, we delve into Sheree’s groundbreaking research, from unravelling the mysteries of supercontinent Gondwana's tectonic evolution in Madagascar, India, and East Africa during her PhD studies, to exploring the ancient links between supercontinents and ore formation in Canada during her postdoctoral research. Now, Sheree’s focus turns to the rugged landscapes of northwest Tasmania, where she investigates the region's past ties to North America. 
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)
Co-Host: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Production: Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)
Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki) 

Welcome to the third instalment of our 'Geoscience Mini-Series', a four-part journey where we engage with geoscientists from Tasmania and across Australia. This week, we're thrilled to chat with Dr. Indrani Mukherjee, a geology lecturer and researcher at the University of New South Wales. Join us as we explore Indrani’s work unravelling the intricate connections between early Earth evolution, the emergence of complex life forms, and the genesis of valuable mineral deposits. We also delve into Dr. Mukherjee's innovative ideas for engaging young people in geology, drawing surprising comparisons to the relatability of Taylor Swift!
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Host: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Co-Host: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)
Production: Ryan Smith
Media & Promotion: Hannah McCleary

Welcome to our second instalment of the ‘Geoscience mini-series’, a four-part series where we talk to geoscientists based in Tasmania and elsewhere in Australia. Dr. Owen Missen, a Lecturer in Environmental Geology, shares insights into the role of critical metals, such as Cobalt and Tellurium, in Australia’s sustainable future.
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)
Co-Host: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Production: Meredith Castles (@MeredithCastles)
Media & Promotion: Anna Abela

Welcome to our first instalment of the ‘Geoscience mini-series’, a four-part series where we talk to geoscientists based in Tasmania and elsewhere in Australia. This episode’s guest, Izzy Von Lichtan, is an esteemed expert in earth sciences, serving as curator at the Rock Library & Geological Museum and associate lecturer at the University of Tasmania. With over two decades of experience in teaching undergraduate programs, Izzy's passion lies in nurturing the curiosity of budding scientists in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod
Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)
Co-Host: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)
Production: Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)
Media & Promotion: Anna Abela, Georgia Stewart