ISU Research, Innovation, and Creativity Insights

About ISU Research, Innovation, and Creativity Insights

Welcome to ISU Research, Innovation and Creativity Insights, where we explore the transformative power of Idaho State University’s research and creative activities. We talk about cutting-edge research and innovation shaping the future of Idaho, the region and beyond. Join us as we engage with ISU’s leading scholars and inspiring students who are pushing the boundaries of knowledge and discovery. From breakthrough discoveries in science and technology to advancements in the arts and humanities, ISU Research, Innovation and Creativity Insights showcases the array of talent and expertise thriving at ISU. And, we always end with the question, “So What?” Our guests help us understand how their work makes a positive and lasting impact in our community and society.

Publisher

Martin Blair

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Feb 2024

Latest episode

28 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Sept 2026

   ISU Research Radio: Student Belonging, Student Learning and Science Education

   Dr. Anna Grinath and PhD. graduate student Calista Gresick join me to talk about ways to help students gain a sense of “belonging” in science education. Too often, students struggle to learn when they don’t fully engage in learning opportunities. This is especially true in science fields. Grinath and Gresick are exploring innovative ways to turn this around. They talk about strategies teachers can use to promote student learning.

2. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Creative Music Connections with Idaho Communities and Beyond!

   Dr. Nell Flanders, ISU’s Director of Orchestral Activities and music director of the Idaho State-Civic Symphony talks about her own musical journey and how it led her to ISU. She talks about ISU’s efforts to bring beautiful music to Idaho communities, and how ISU brings young artists together to learn and hone their talent. Dr. Flanders discusses her international outreach activities that have a strong musical impact on ISU and Idaho.

3. 

   29 Mar 2026

   What ISU researchers are learning about hearing loss, cutting-edge technology and how our brains learn to hear again

   ISU researchers are discovering how the human brain adapts to hearing technologies such as hearing aids and cochlear implants. ISU professor Curtis Billings and doctoral student Garrett Anderson describe how advanced hearing technology works and how hearing impacts our day-to-day activities. Join us to learn more about the audiology (hearing) clinics and services on ISU campuses in Pocatello, Meridian, and Salmon, Idaho.

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