Season 5 Episode 36: Muscle Aging, Dogs in the Classroom and Dr. Bayer and Simonis on Storytelling

Get ready to unlock the secrets of muscle aging and discover how it can be reversed in our latest episode! Join me, your host, as I dive into a fascinating study centered around the enzyme 15 hydroxyprostaglandin dehydrogenase (15 PGDH or Gerozine) and its role in muscle regeneration. Learn how blocking this enzyme restored muscle mass in aging mice, and what implications this breakthrough could have for human muscle aging. We also look at the science of having dogs in the classroom!But that's not all - we also have two amazing guests, scientists Dr. Bayer and Juniper, who will take us on a journey through their unique areas of study in marine biology, ecology, and mathematics. Plus, we'll explore their self-published book on disabilities in STEM and how storytelling can foster community support. Don't miss this episode packed with scientific discoveries, personal stories, and a few surprises along the way!The Guest Links:https://twitter.com/drsrbayerhttps://twitter.com/JuniperLSimonisUncharted! : https://cup.columbia.edu/book/uncharted/9780231203630Bunsen and Beaker Links:Save 10% at Bark and Beyond with the coupon code BUNSEN!The 2024 Bunsen and Beaker Calendar is ready to order!The Ginger Stuffie is on presale so check the link here!Join The Paw Pack to Support The Show!https://bunsenbernerbmd.com/pages/paw-pack-plus-communityOur Website!The Bunsen and Beaker Website has adorable merch with hundreds of different combinations of designs and apparel- all with Printful- one of the highest quality companies we could find!www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTok:Bunsen and Beaker on FacebookSupport the Show.For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd