Welcome to season 2!

What does it mean to taste something? How does our perception of taste even start? Come join us on a dive into the unexpected complexity in the structure of the taste bud!

In this episode, we follow Dr. Courtney Wilson’s non-traditional journey as she discusses her path to becoming an assistant research professor in the Cell & Developmental Biology program at CU Anschutz Medical Campus. Her passion in art and science helped her find this specific research niche where she utilizes novel methodologies to map out the structure of human taste buds, helping to uncover their functions. Discover the latest on human taste with us as Dr. Wilson outlines its importance to our quality of life and the future of research on this important yet understudied field!

[Date recorded]: 10/21/25

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🎵 Credits:

• Host(s): Deviyani Rao, Lauren Dunn, Ginny Fogg, Jeremy Fleck, Preston Stafford, Jon Woodward

• Editor(s): Lauren Dunn

• Music By: Jeff Westcott

• Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar

Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

Let your interests take you where they may, despite the foreseeable challenges ahead.

In this episode, Dr. Edward (Ed) Evans discusses his path to becoming a postdoctoral fellow in Dr. James DiGregori’s lab. From roots in math and chemistry, Dr. Evans talks about how his passion in one field led him into disease prevention research where he had to become an expert in a whole new field. Dr. Evans now studies DNA mutations in myelodysplastic syndromes and shares his aspirations of wanting to dedicate himself as a professor in the near future.

[Date recorded]: 10/7/25

🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:

✨ Connect With Us:

• Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky

• Project Bridge Colorado Website

• Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky

• Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries

🎵 Credits:

• Host(s): Deviyani Rao, Lauren Dunn, Ginny Fogg, Jeremy Fleck, Preston Stafford, Jon Woodward

• Editor(s): Preston Stafford

• Music By: Jeff Westcott

• Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar

Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

In This Episode: We sit down with Dr. Tonya Brunetti to explore her path into science and how she uses computational tools to make sense of complex biological data, especially data revealing how the immune system works. She shares what first sparked her interest in bioinformatics, the methods she relies on to decode large datasets, and the ways she applies bioinformatic approaches to deepen our understanding of biology. We also discuss her unique role within the university, where she partners with researchers across disciplines to help them interpret and translate their data into meaningful scientific insights.

Recorded on: Sep. 17th 2025

🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:

• Tonya’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonya-brunetti-a4a299b0/

• Tonya’s GitHub: https://github.com/tbrunetti

✨ Connect With Us:

• Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky

• Project Bridge Colorado Website

• Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky

• Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries

🎵 Credits:

• Host(s): Deviyani Rao, Lauren Dunn, Ginny Fogg, Jeremy Fleck, Preston Stafford, Jon Woodward

• Editor(s): Jade Young, Lauren Dunn

• Music By: Jeff Westcott

• Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar

Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.