Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow

About Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow

Step inside the world of biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Holy Shift! brings you fast, inspiring conversations with the researchers creating engineering breakthroughs that improve health health — from new imaging tools to personalized treatments — to show why their work matters for all of us.

Publisher

Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory

Category

science · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Sept 2025

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   LEADING NEUROSCIENTIST IS CRACKING THE BRAIN'S CODE | Dr. Garrett Stanley

   How do you fix the most complex machine in the known universe? Before scientists can treat the brain, they first have to understand how it works. In this episode of Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Garrett Stanley, a professor of biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University, about the search to decode the electrical signals that drive movement, memory, perception, and decision-making, and how that knowledge could transform the future of medicine. One of the most striking ideas is that future treatments for neurological disorders may combine medicine, brain implants, and intelligent software that can adapt as a person's brain changes over time. Garrett Stanley explains how technologies like deep brain stimulation are already changing lives and why understanding the brain's signals is the key to making these treatments even more effective. You'll also hear why many of science's biggest breakthroughs begin with unexpected results, and how recognizing the significance of a surprising finding can change the course of research. Although Garrett Stanley fainted the first time seeing a real human brain, the experience left him fascinated by the complexity of the organ that stores our memories, dreams, and sense of self, inspiring a career devoted to understanding how it works. Learn More About Garrett Stanley: Garrett Stanley's Website (https://stanley.gatech.edu/) Garrett Stanley's Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-stanley-61095290) Mentioned in Today’s Episode: https://parkinsons.gatech.edu/ (https://parkinsons.gatech.edu/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Vani Sridar, Katie Hart Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy

2. 

   30 Sept 2026

   CAN WE TRAIN THE IMMUNE SYSTEM TO FIGHT CANCER? | Dr. Ankur Singh

   Can we train the immune system to fight cancer and stay stronger as we age? In this episode of Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Ankur Singh about cancer, immunotherapy, healthy aging, and the future of personalized medicine. Learn how scientists are building miniature human immune systems in the lab to better understand disease, predict treatment responses, and accelerate the development of new therapies. Dr. Singh also shares two remarkable breakthroughs from his lab, including a new way to predict how cancer survivors may respond to future infections and a discovery that could help restore youthful function to aging immune cells. Along the way, you'll hear how an aspiring liquor baron became a biomedical engineer, why he runs five miles in every new city he visits, and how science may help us live longer, healthier lives. Topics: Cancer • Immunotherapy • Immune System • Healthy Aging • Longevity • Personalized Medicine • Biotechnology • Biomedical Engineering • Healthcare Innovation Learn More About Ankur Singh: Ankur Singh's Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/singhankur/) Ankur Singh’s Lab (https://singhlab.bme.gatech.edu/) website Ankur Singh’s Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/consequential.scientist/) Mentioned in This Episode: Dr. Jean Koff (https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/profiles/koff-jean.php), Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University Ankur Singh talks about President Biden’s cancer diagnosis (https://www.fox5atlanta.com/video/1645658) Georgia Tech Paradigm Shifters (https://news.research.gatech.edu/feature/immune-aging) featuring Ankur Singh Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Vani Sridar, Katie Hart Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy

3. 

   16 Sept 2026

   TOP BIOLOGIST STOPS DISEASES BY REPROGRAMMING CELLS | Dr. Tara Deans

   What if the next breakthrough medicine wasn't made in a factory, but inside your own body? In the Season 2 premiere of Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, host Angela Gill Nelms sits down with Dr. Tara Deans, a leading stem cell engineer who is reprogramming the body's own cells to fight disease. From cancer and immune disorders to future cell-based therapies, Dr. Deans explains how scientists are turning living cells into powerful new medicines. You'll discover how platelets can help cancer hide in plain sight, why stem cells may transform the future of healthcare, and the surprising moment that sparked an entirely new direction in Dr. Deans' research. Along the way, she shares the role of curiosity, collaboration, and hope in tackling some of medicine's toughest challenges. You'll also get a glimpse of the person behind the science, from childhood dreams of becoming a veterinarian to a love of wildlife photography and rescuing orphaned possums. As a happy postscript to our conversation, the young possums Dr. Deans helped care for have now been successfully released back into the wild. If you're fascinated by cancer research, stem cells, biotechnology, personalized medicine, biomedical engineering, and the future of healthcare, this episode is for you.

4. 

   15 Apr 2026

   HOLY SEASON IN REVIEW!

   In this special Season 1 roundup of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms revisits standout moments from this season's conversations with researchers at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Guests share their engineering solutions, the personal stories and unexpected paths that brought them to the lab, and why public funding for basic science and biomedical innovation is more critical than ever. This episode features clips from conversations with Melissa Kemp, Lena Ting, David Myers, Mike Davis, Scott Hollister, Zachary Danziger, Annabelle Singer, Shella Keilholz, Machelle Pardue, Anant Madhabushi, Chethan Pandarinath, Felipe Quiroz, and Ming Fong. As we look ahead to Season 2, we want to hear from you! Take a few minutes to fill out our listener survey (https://form.asana.com/?k=l3jHstQYV7xoQNuKvGNSEA&d=952454681443992) and let us know what you loved, what you want more of, and what we can do better. One lucky respondent will receive a Holy Shift! listener swag package. Survey Link: https://form.asana.com/?k=l3jHstQYV7xoQNuKvGNSEA&d=952454681443992 (https://form.asana.com/?k=l3jHstQYV7xoQNuKvGNSEA&d=952454681443992) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton & Zachary Winiecki Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy, Katie Hart, The AGN Group

5. 

   1 Apr 2026

   COMPUTING CANCER | MELISSA KEMP

   What if we could simulate your cancer on a computer and predict which treatment will work before you ever receive it? In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms speaks with Dr. Melissa Kemp, a biomedical engineer and systems biologist using computational modeling to understand how cells behave and how diseases develop. By combining biology, engineering, and computer science, Dr. Kemp builds simulations that help researchers predict how cells respond to drugs, radiation, and other therapies. Dr. Kemp explains how computer models can reveal patterns that are nearly impossible to see in traditional experiments. Her work is helping move medicine toward a future where treatments can be tailored to each individual patient. Dr. Kemp also shares how unexpected research challenges led to new scientific insights, why intellectual curiosity is essential in science, and how interdisciplinary collaboration is shaping the next generation of biomedical breakthroughs. If you have ever wondered how computers can help scientists understand disease or how personalized medicine may change the way we treat patients, this episode offers an accessible look at how computational biology is helping push healthcare beyond one size fits all. Learn More About Dr. Melissa Kemp: Redox Systems Biology Lab: https://kemp.gatech.edu/pi-bio/ (https://kemp.gatech.edu/pi-bio/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-kemp-8156774/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-kemp-8156774/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet the HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton & Zachary Winiecki Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy, Katie Hart, The AGN Group

6. 

   18 Mar 2026

   BEYOND 20/20 VISION | MACHELLE PARDUE

   What if we could stop vision loss before it starts? In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms speaks with Dr. Machelle Pardue, a vision scientist working to protect one of our most precious senses. Dr. Pardue studies how diseases like diabetic retinopathy damage the eye and explores new ways to preserve sight for millions of people at risk. From the surprising ways diabetes affects vision to the cutting edge tools researchers use to study the retina, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how engineering and medicine come together to tackle blindness. Dr. Pardue also shares what motivates her work, how research moves from the lab toward real treatments, and why protecting vision is such an urgent challenge. If you have ever wondered how scientists study the eye or how future therapies could prevent blindness, this episode offers an accessible look at how biomedical engineering and neuroscience are working together to move vision science beyond 20/20. Learn More About Dr. Machelle Pardue: Pardue Lab: https://med.emory.edu/departments/ophthalmology/ophthalmic-research/research-groups/machelle-pardue.html (https://med.emory.edu/departments/ophthalmology/ophthalmic-research/research-groups/machelle-pardue.html) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/machelle-pardue-26aa4958/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/machelle-pardue-26aa4958/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton and Zachary Winiecki Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy, Katie Hart, The AGN Group Keywords for platforms that allow tags: Beyond 20/20 Vision, vision science podcast, retina research, retinal degeneration, vision loss, blindness research, visual neuroscience, vision restoration, eye disease research, ophthalmology research, vision research innovation, eye health science, biomedical engineering, neuroengineering, retina disease, Emory University, Georgia Tech, Machelle Pardue, Angela Gill Nelms, Holy Shift Research

7. 

   4 Mar 2026

   MIND OVER BLADDER | ZACHARY DANZIGER

   What actually controls when you pee — and what happens when that system breaks down? In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms speaks with Dr. Zachary Danziger, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Rehabilitation Medicine at Georgia Tech and Emory University, about how the nervous system coordinates the bladder and urethra — and why disruptions in those signals can lead to conditions like underactive bladder, which affects millions of older adults. Dr. Danziger shares how his lab uses electrical nerve stimulation and AI-driven mathematical models to better understand bladder dysfunction and develop more precise, predictive treatments. The conversation highlights the role of system neuroscience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustained public research funding in solving common but often overlooked health challenges. From theoretical models to real-world clinical impact, this episode explores how engineering and neuroscience are coming together to reshape the future of bladder health. Learn More About Dr. Zach Danziger: Danziger Lab: https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/danziger/ (https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/danziger/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-danziger-35b7581a/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-danziger-35b7581a/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy, Katie Hart, The AGN Group

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   18 Feb 2026

   BRAIN STORMS | SHELLA KEILHOLZ

   What if we could watch the brain change in real time—and use that insight to personalize medicine?  In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms speaks with Dr. Shella Keilholz, professor of biomedical engineering at Emory University and Georgia Tech, about how advanced MRI imaging is reshaping our understanding of the brain. Dr. Keilholz explains how high-field MRI captures second-by-second brain activity, why brain variability matters, and how its not just location but also timing that could transform future brain-based therapies. The conversation highlights the power of basic science, public research funding, and the path toward personalized treatments for conditions like depression and Parkinson’s disease. Learn More About Dr. Shella Keilholz: Keilholz Mind Lab: https://sites.google.com/view/keilholz-lab/home (https://sites.google.com/view/keilholz-lab/home) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shella-keilholz-5786491a/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shella-keilholz-5786491a/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.angelagillnelms.com/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Rajashree Ramamoorthy, Katie Hart, The AGN Group

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   4 Feb 2026

   REVERSE MIND CONTROL | Chethan Pandarinath

   It sounds like science fiction, but brain-powered technology is already here. In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms sits down with Dr. Chethan Pandarinath, a neuroscientist and engineer who studies how we can read brain signals and turn them into action. From helping people communicate and move after injury to building technology that listens to the brain in real time, Chethan breaks down how this science works, why it matters, and what the future of brain-computer interfaces could look like. Expect big ideas, clear explanations, and a fascinating look at how close we really are to mind-powered technology. Learn More About Chethan Pandarinath: Chethan Pandarinath’s Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chethanpandarinath/) Systems Neural Engineering Lab (https://snel.ai/) Recent interview with Dr. Pandarinath on Health Wanted (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAmeBImSS0Q&list=PL3eaLS2Yj7DdRpofXFnkgpfHf4Jbr2fsa&index=3) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group

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    21 Jan 2026

    MEDICAL MICRO-MACHINES | DAVID MYERS

    Some of the most exciting innovations in medicine today are almost too small to see. In this episode, host Angela Gill Nelms sits down with Professor David Myers, a biomedical engineer who loves building tiny technologies that tackle huge health problems. From microscopic sensors to real-world medical tools, Dr. Myers shares how curiosity, creativity, and a few unexpected twists led him to a career designing inventions that could make health care more accessible and convenient. Along the way, you’ll hear about hilarious lab moments, surprising science, and why the future of medicine might be smaller than you think. Learn More About David Myers: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scieneers (https://www.tiktok.com/@scieneers) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescieneers/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/thescieneers/?hl=en) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-myers-123934b/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-myers-123934b/) Lab website: https://sensors.bme.gatech.edu/ (https://sensors.bme.gatech.edu/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group Software Support: Mahima Patel, The AGN Group

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    7 Jan 2026

    PRINTING THAT SAVES LIVES | Scott Hollister

    What if doctors could design medical devices made just for you? In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Scott Hollister, a biomedical engineer at Georgia Tech and Emory, about how 3D printing is changing medicine in powerful ways. Dr. Hollister shares real stories of how custom-made, 3D-printed devices have helped children breathe, recover, and survive when no standard treatment existed. From life-saving airway supports for babies to personalized medical tools to a one-of-a-kind medical mission involving a world leader, this conversation shows how engineering, creativity, and care come together to improve human health. Learn More About Scott Hollister: https://hollisterlab.bme.gatech.edu/ (https://hollisterlab.bme.gatech.edu/) https://www.linkedin.com/company/3dmedicalfabricationcenter (https://www.linkedin.com/company/3dmedicalfabricationcenter) https://x.com/HollisterLab (https://x.com/HollisterLab) https://3dprint.com/312802/georgia-techs-3d-printed-splint-saves-another-child-with-windpipe-defects/ (https://3dprint.com/312802/georgia-techs-3d-printed-splint-saves-another-child-with-windpipe-defects/) http://www.today.com/video/today/52419754#52419754 (http://www.today.com/video/today/52419754#52419754) http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/engineering/news/10-innovators-who-changed-the-world-in-2013-8#slide-8 (http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/engineering/news/10-innovators-who-changed-the-world-in-2013-8#slide-8) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group Software Support: Mahima Patel, The AGN Group

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    3 Dec 2025

    MADE-TO-ORDER MEDICINE: PERSONALIZED BY AI | Anant Madabhushi

    On this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Anant Madabhushi, Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory and director of the Empathetic AI for Health Institute. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping cancer diagnosis, identifying disease years before symptoms appear, and pushing personalized medicine from possibility to practice. Dr. Madabhushi explains how his team turns routine clinical data such as everyday eye images, pathology slides, and standard biopsies into powerful predictors that reveal hidden risk, tailor treatment decisions, and avoid unnecessary or harmful therapies. He also reflects on his journey from India to the United States, his passion for frugal and opportunistic science, the importance of diverse medical datasets, and how federal investments accelerate breakthroughs that land in clinics, communities, and countries around the world. Whether you care about the future of cancer care, global health equity, biomedical innovation, or the real-world impact of AI, this conversation offers clear insight into how science and compassion can work together to save lives.

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    19 Nov 2025

    Lights, Camera, Memory! | Annabelle Singer

    Can flickering light and sound help fight Alzheimer’s disease? On this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms chats with Dr. Annabelle Singer from Georgia Tech and Emory University, whose groundbreaking research explores how carefully timed lights and sounds may help “tune” the brain, boost memory, and change the course of Alzheimer’s disease.  From building theater lights as a kid to decoding how brain waves shape memory, Dr. Singer is proving that sometimes the brightest ideas come from unexpected places. Tune in to hear how groundbreaking science is lighting the way toward healthier brains and brighter futures.

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    5 Nov 2025

    Small Proteins: Big Hope | Felipe Quiroz

    What if the key to curing disease like Alzheimer’s lies in the tiny, invisible molecules inside our cells? In this episode of Holy Shift!: Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, host Angela Gill Nelms sits down with Dr. Felipe Quiroz, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Dr. Quiroz reveals how his lab engineers the invisible — proteins, cells, and genes — to understand and treat diseases like Alzheimer’s. From discovering how disordered proteins shape brain health to inspiring the next generation of scientists, Dr. Quiroz shares how foundational research today builds the breakthroughs of tomorrow that can transform healthcare for generations to come. Tune in for a conversation that connects molecular science, mentorship, and hope for the future of medicine.

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    22 Oct 2025

    Vision Rewired | Ming-Fai Fong

    In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Zachary Danziger talks with Dr. Ming-fai Fong, a biomedical engineer at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Dr. Fong discusses her work on the brain’s amazing built-in power to change and adapt itself, a process called neuroplasticity. Her research team is exploring how to use this ability of the brain to help people with vision loss, including those with amblyopia, or “lazy eye.” By using techniques like light stimulation and machine learning, they’re finding new ways to help the brain see again. Beyond the lab, Dr. Fong also works with blind and visually impaired students to make science more accessible and inspiring for the next generation. Learn More About Ming-fai Fong: fong-lab.github.io (https://emory-my.sharepoint.com/personal/embuckl_emory_edu/Documents/BMEPodcast/Episodes/Episode%20XXX%20-%20Ming%20Fong/ForPublication/FullEpisode/fong-lab.github.io) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) About The Host: Zachary Danziger is a biomedical engineer, educator, and science communicator passionate about making complex research accessible and inspiring to all audiences. As a co-host of Holy Shift!, he brings curiosity, humor, and insight to conversations with today’s leading scientists and innovators. Learn more at https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/danziger/ (https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/danziger/). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group Software Support: Mahima Patel, The AGN Group

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    8 Oct 2025

    A Life in Balance | Lena Ting

    In this episode of Holy Shift!, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Lena Ting, Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Rehabilitation Medicine at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Dr. Ting shares her work uncovering the connections between the brain and body that lead to movement — from walking and balance to dance and sports. She explains how understanding movement helps us tackle challenges like stroke recovery, Parkinson’s disease, and fall prevention in aging populations. The conversation also dives into the future of rehabilitation, wearable robotics, and how training programs like dance can reshape the way we move and heal. Dr. Ting’s insights highlight the power of engineering and neuroscience working together to improve quality of life. Listen now to explore how cutting-edge research in movement science will shape rehabilitation and mobility for the future. Learn More About Lena Ting: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb96XsZyuPmY8mZUM4TDV7A (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb96XsZyuPmY8mZUM4TDV7A) https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/neuromechanicslab/ (%E2%80%A2%09https:/scholarblogs.emory.edu/neuromechanicslab) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory. Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788) Connect! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social (https://bsky.app/profile/holyshiftresearch.bsky.social) Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity, accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group, and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast, where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group Software Support: Mahima Patel, The AGN Group

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    23 Sept 2025

    Your New Heart | Dr. Mike Davis

    In this episode of Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, host Angela Gill Nelms (https://www.AngelaGillNelms.com) talks with Dr. Mike Davis (https://www.davislab.org), a professor of Biomedical Engineering and Cardiology at Georgia Tech and Emory University (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/). Dr. Davis shares his research journey from catching bees at the Fresh Kills landfill to pioneering stem cell therapies for congenital heart defects and heart failure. Together, they dive into breakthroughs in treating heart defects like hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), new pediatric and adult clinical trials for heart conditions like dilated cardiomyopathy, and how regenerative medicine transforms outcomes for children born with severe congenital heart disease. From replacing invasive biopsies with AI-driven blood biomarkers to inspiring the next generation through community outreach, this episode highlights how biomedical engineering saves lives and reshapes the future of cardiac care. Learn More About Dr. Mike Davis: www.davislab.org (http://www.davislab.org/) Support Tomorrow’s Breakthroughs – Donate Today: If you want to support the research you heard about on today’s episode, consider a donation to the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/). Every contribution—big or small— supports ongoing work and fuels future innovations. https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46972/donations/new (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.givecampus.com%2Fcampaigns%2F46972%2Fdonations%2Fnew&data=05%7C02%7Cerin.buckley%40emory.edu%7C1676ae04c75a4f5675e208ddec86169f%7Ce004fb9cb0a4424fbcd0322606d5df38%7C0%7C0%7C638926782905344737%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EYbCeOrthi8Xa7rGvJVjj7LvAlXtHS9GjNtefDCUyE8%3D&reserved=0) Select "Designation" Choose "Make a Special Gift to Georgia Tech (write in your preference)" In the open field, write: "BME Fund for Excellence (555788)" Connect! Learn More: https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/ (https://bme.gatech.edu/bme/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory/podcasts (https://www.youtube.com/@BMEGeorgiaTechEmory) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university (https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-wallace-h-coulter-department-of-biomedical-engineering-at-georgia-tech-and-emory-university/posts/?feedView=all) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME (https://www.facebook.com/CoulterBME) Twitter/X: https://x.com/CoulterBME (https://x.com/CoulterBME) About The Host: Angela Gill Nelms (https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelagillnelms/) is a trailblazer in transforming bold ideas into impactful healthcare solutions. She serves as the Director of Biolocity (https://biolocity.gatech.edu/), accelerating the commercialization of early-stage medical technologies developed at Emory University and Georgia Tech. She is also the Founder and CEO of The AGN Group (https://www.angelagillnelms.com/theagngroup/), and the host of the Badass Leaders Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass?sub_confirmation=1), where she champions courageous, compassionate leadership. Learn more at www.AngelaGillNelms.com (http://www.AngelaGillNelms.com). Meet The HolyShift! Team: Produced by: Erin Buckley and Zachary Danziger Filming & Editing: Jackie Hampton Logistics & Marketing Support: Katie Hart, The AGN Group Software Support: Mahima Patel, The AGN Group

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    17 Sept 2025

    Trailer | Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow

    Welcome to Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow —your inside look at the Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory University, one of the nation’s leading programs. What is biomedical engineering exactly? All you need to know is that it’s about engineering solutions that improve human health, from new medical imaging tools, better vaccines, to personalized cancer treatments. In short engaging conversations with the brilliant minds behind the research, you’ll hear how biomedical engineers are shifting the status quo to drive breakthroughs and improve lives. We’ll uncover not just what they’re working on, but why it matters. Holy Shift! reveals the people, passion, and purpose powering the future of biomedical research.

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