The Catalysts

About The Catalysts

The Catalysts is a medical science and discovery podcast produced by Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, Canada. The show blends expert insight with engaging stories, and connects world-class research with the people who benefit most from scientific advancement. Season 2 of the Catalysts picks up where Season 1 left off: expert insight from researchers at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, with a focus on the Science of Cancer. Listen for diverse perspectives on the breakthroughs, challenges, and evolving questions shaping today's cancer science. Produced by: Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, Canada Hosts: Patrick Morley, Prabhjot Sohal Technical Producer: David Creces Producers: Allan Lewis, Megan Morris Voice Over: Julie Simpson The Catalysts is produced by Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry in association with the J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine — one of Canada's most prestigious medical research prizes.

Publisher

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Western University)

Category

education · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Aug 2024

Latest episode

28 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Oct 2026

   Rare disease and hopeful outlooks with Dr. Craig Campbell

   A rare disease is more common than you think. It's a reality that Dr. Craig Campbell grapples with as he works with young patients and their families. While the outlook is not always great, the paediatrician finds optimism in growing success rates and new clinical innovations across all of child health care. Dr. Craig Campbell is a Professor and Chair/Department Head in the Department of Paediatrics at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry where he holds the Children's Health Foundation Chair in Paediatrics Research. Related links: William Singeris National Centre for Myotonic Dystrophy Research Defeat Duchenne Canada (https://defeatduchenne.ca/) Canadian Rare Disease Rare Network (https://canadianrdn.ca/)

2. 

   14 Oct 2026

   The answers hidden in our genes with Dr. Dervla Connaughton

   Solving generational mysteries and lifting misplaced burdens. To Dr. Dervla Connaughton, that's the power of genetic testing. The clinician-scientist has garnered international recognition for her work integrating genomics into kidney care. From uncovering the genetic causes of kidney disease in families who have long searched for answers to helping people make informed decisions about living kidney donation, Dr. Connaughton is using genetics to advance precision care, empower patients and inspire hope. Dr. Dervla Connaughton is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Medicine, Pediatrics and Biochemistry at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, where she holds the Eugen Drewlo Chair in Kidney Research and Innovation. Related links: Kidney Genetics Clinic

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   From science fiction to reality: The next frontier of gene editing with David Edgell, PhD

   Can a fascination with science fiction fuel life-changing research? If you've followed the career of David Edgell, PhD, then you'll know the answer is a resounding yes. From Star Trek to Blade Runner, the biochemistry professor has spent his career recreating the seemingly impossible health solutions that were promised in fictional far distant futures. Edgell is now exploring the next frontier of gene editing as he pushes the science behind CRISPR-Cas9, the Nobel Prize-winning technology that allows scientists to cut DNA at precise locations. David Edgell, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Related links: The Edgell Lab New funding advances precision gene-editing technology Gene editing's next frontier

Who has been a guest on The Catalysts

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Carl June
• Dr Ana Lohmann
• Saman Maleki
• Mansour Haeryfar
• John Ronald

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Spotify

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Contact The Catalysts

Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

Shows with a similar audience

• 

  The David Frum Show

• 

  Chasing Life

• 

  The Daily

• 

  Matter of Opinion

• 

  On with Kara Swisher

• 

  This Week in Cardiology