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Discovery Matters

Discovery Matters

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 A collection of stories and insights on matters of discovery that advance life sciences. Brought to you by the curious people at Cytiva.195688 Biological Sciences Science
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  • 114. Structural biology and crystallography

    114. Structural biology and crystallography
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, we talk with Prof. Tej Pal Singh, a leading figure in structural biology whose work has revealed the shapes and functions of hundreds of important proteins. He shares how these discoveries have helped us better understand immunity, inflammation, and disease—and how they’re guiding new approaches to designing medicines. From breakthrough crystal structures to innovative peptide work, Prof. Singh offers a clear, inspiring look at how structural biology drives modern medical progress.
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    28 mins
  • 113. Eliminating sleeping sickness

    113. Eliminating sleeping sickness
    Jan 15 2026

    Kenya has eliminated human African trypanosomiasis —sleeping sickness — as a public health problem. Dr. Gerardo Priotto from the World Health Organization joins us to explain how Kenya met WHO’s rigorous criteria, the science behind the validation, and the partnerships that made this milestone possible. We unpack the challenges of T.b. rhodesiense, the role of surveillance and community action, and what Kenya’s success means for the global fight against neglected tropical diseases.
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    25 mins
  • 111. Brain tumors

    111. Brain tumors
    Dec 17 2025

    Brain tumours are among the most complex and challenging conditions in modern medicine. In this episode, we explore what brain tumours are, how they develop, and most importantly, the patient experience.
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    36 mins
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