DrugTalk is a science-based podcast that brings you closer to the Science of Drugs and the Stories that hold their secrets! Nikolas Dietis, an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Head of the Experimental Pharmacology Laboratory at the Medical School of the University of Cyprus uses a humanized-AI voice to narrate the wonderful stories behind drug discovery and the ways that drugs help us improve our health. New episodes are coming.
Stay curious about the Science that heals us!
We take a DeepDive into the fascinating world of Psychadelics. We will discuss what are psychadelics, what have we learned from recent scientific breakthroughs and what is their potential therapeutic use against complex diseases we are facing. Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
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Sountrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann (all rights reserved by Levi Schechtmann)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
11 Oct 2024
DeepDive: AI in Drug Discovery
We take a DeepDive into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). We will try to discuss the latest developments of its applications in Medicine, and especially in the discovery of drugs from synthesis or natural compounds. You will have the chance to hear about all the exciting different ways that researchers found how AI can help us identify new therapies, with some fascinating latest examples. Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
Check out and subscribe to our new DrugTalk's YouTube channel! (https://www.youtube.com/@DrugTalk-podcast)
Check out Dr Nikolas Dietis' lab webpage, social media links and other interesting drug stuff at his BioLinks (https://bio.link/nikolasdietis)!
Sountrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann (all rights reserved by Levi Schechtmann)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
5 Oct 2024
DeepDive: Cancer Vaccines
We take a DeepDive into the fascinating world of Cancer Vaccines.. You will have the chance to hear (and read!) about the different types of cancer vaccines, how they work on our body and what is their extraordinary potential in helping us towards transforming cancer into a manageable non-deadly condition for the future. Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
Check out Dr Nikolas Dietis' lab webpage, social media links and other interesting drug stuff at his BioLinks (https://bio.link/nikolasdietis)!
Check out and subscribe to our new DrugTalk's YouTube channel! (https://www.youtube.com/@DrugTalk-podcast)
Sountrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann (all rights reserved by Levi Schechtmann)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
29 Sept 2024
DeepDive: GLP-1 drugs
We are taking a DeepDive into the hyped GLP-1 drugs and their current frontline research on potential applications, apart from diabetes and weight loss. In this episode you will learn about GLP1 and the drugs that are being developed to mimic its effect on the body. You will also hear about the numerous applications that they are currently tested for, from Alzheimers' and Parkinson's, to cardiovascular disease and cancer. Most knowledge. Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
Sountrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann (all rights reserved by Levi Schechtmann)
Check Dr Nikolas Dietis' lab webpage, social media links and other interesting drug stuff at his BioLinks! (https://bio.link/nikolasdietis)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
18 Sept 2024
DeepDive: Zebrafish & Cancer
We are taking a DeepDive into the frontline of translational cancer research: the use of laboratory animals called "zebrafish" and their use as patient-derived xenografts for the fight against cancer. In this episode you will learn about these little fish and how they are being used by scientists in the lab to study cancer in live, real-time studies. You will also hear about the advantages they offer in drug discovery and how these translate to new cancer treatments. Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
Sountrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann
Check Dr Nikolas Dietis' lab webpage, social media links and other interesting drug stuff at his bio-links! (https://bio.link/nikolasdietis)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
11 May 2024
Drug Stories: The Story of Penicillin
We dive into the story of Alexander Fleming's discovery of penicillin. Contrary to popular belief, the story of penicillin is not one of just pure luck, but also a story of scientific perseverance, dedication and keen scientific intuition. You will have the chance to be fascinated by hearing Alexander Fleming himself talk about penicillin, and we will explore some of the untold stories on penicillin’s discovery: Who were the men that helped Fleming achieve his dream for penicillin? What is the connection of the famous D-Day with penicillin? And did you know that.. a cantaloupe melon.. played an important role in the use of penicillin in World War 2? Coming up.. on DrugTalk!
Soundtrack intro: "Brahms in Bronx" by Levi Schechtmann
Check Dr Nikolas Dietis' lab wepage & social media links and other interesting drug stuff at his bio-links! (https://bio.link/nikolasdietis)
Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and on this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare professional. Never disregard professional medical advice or daily seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.
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