Welcome to Buffalo HealthCast, the official podcast of the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions 🎙️
In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, Dr. Michael Shelly delves into the intricate relationship between environmental sustainability, economics, and public health. He explores how environmental policies and sustainable practices can influence economic systems while addressing pressing global health challenges. Dr. Shelly emphasizes the importance of balancing economic growth with ecological responsibility, illustrating how investing in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy can yield long-term public health benefits. He also discusses the role of environmental justice, highlighting how marginalized communities disproportionately bear the burden of environmental degradation and advocating for equitable policy interventions.

Furthermore, Dr. Shelly sheds light on the economic aspects of sustainability, explaining the financial implications of pollution, resource depletion, and climate change. He underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between policymakers, economists, and public health experts to create a future that prioritizes both economic stability and environmental well-being. The episode serves as a compelling call to action, urging listeners to consider how individual and systemic efforts can drive meaningful change in public health, economic resilience, and environmental sustainability.

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Welcome to Buffalo HealthCast, the official podcast of the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions 🎙️

In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, Dr. Gauri Desai, an expert in environmental epidemiology, explores the impact of environmental toxins on children's health and development. She delves into how diet can both mitigate and sometimes contribute to toxic exposures, shedding light on the surprising role dietary components play in our well-being. 

With a focus on children's health, Dr. Desai discusses how what we eat can protect or expose us to harmful substances, offering valuable insights on the benefits and risks of diet in reducing toxic exposure. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation! 

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Welcome to Buffalo HealthCast, the official podcast of the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions 🎙️

In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, we sit down with Dr. Diana Aga, SUNY Distinguished Professor and Henry M. Woodburn Professor of Chemistry at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Aga, an internationally recognized environmental chemist, shares her groundbreaking research on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), often called "forever chemicals," and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We explore the sources and health impacts of PFAS, the challenges in detecting and removing them, and their intersection with AMR. 

Dr. Aga also highlights innovative technologies, the role of policy and public awareness, and actionable steps we can take to combat these pressing environmental health challenges. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about the intersection of science, policy, and public health!

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Welcome to Buffalo HealthCast, the official podcast of the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions 🎙️ 

In this insightful episode of Buffalo HealthCast, we sit down with Dr. Meng Wang, an environmental health scientist, to explore the hidden dangers lurking in the air we breathe and their impact on lung health. Dr. Wang reveals how baseline levels of pollutants like PM 2.5, ozone, nitrous oxide, and black carbon contribute to the progression of emphysema. As climate change fuels air pollution especially from sources like wildfire smoke.

Dr. Wang emphasizes the critical need for targeted policies to protect vulnerable populations. He also discusses accessible solutions, including DIY air purifiers, and highlights the importance of public education and awareness about air quality in our changing climate. Don't miss this vital discussion on the intersection of air pollution, health, and climate. 

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Welcome to Buffalo HealthCast, the official podcast of the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions! 🎙️

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Yohane Phiri, a postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, about his groundbreaking research on how environmental factors shape early childhood development. Dr. Phiri discusses the profound impact of chemical exposures, pollutants, and psychosocial stressors on pregnancy and preterm births.

Tune in to discover how these critical environmental influences can affect the earliest stages of life and the potential long-term outcomes for both mothers and their children. 

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In this episode of Buffalo HealthCast, we dive into the world of long COVID with two distinguished experts, Dr. Sanjay Sethi and Dr. Jennifer Abeles. 

Join us as we discuss the challenges faced by patients and healthcare providers and uncover the importance of research and studies being conducted at the University at Buffalo. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply interested in learning more about long Covid, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation that sheds light on the critical aspects of long Covid and the efforts being made to advance our knowledge.

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Dr. Akua Gyamerah and Nada Fox discuss the importance of considering intersectionality in understanding health disparities. Dr. Gyamerah emphasized the need to examine how different social determinants intersect to produce unique health outcomes, while Nada Fox inquired about the challenges of studying these complex issues. Both speakers highlighted the importance of measuring intersectionality to better understand these interconnected factors. Later, they discussed the intersections of gender-based violence, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS, emphasizing the need for comprehensive approaches that address these interconnected issues.

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Three local athletes, Steve Spitz, Emily Keicher and Adam Page return. Emily is accompanied by her parents Chris and Liz. Adam is accompanied by his father, Norm. We discuss family and sports. The topics range from parents (Steve, Chris, Liz and Norm) supporting and coaching their children in sports, camaraderie with other parents through adaptive sports, and sports/recreation that they enjoy as a family. Athletes and parents emphasize the benefits that adaptive/inclusive sports have had for their family. Host: Jeanne Langan, Department of Rehabilitation Science, UB.
 
 The Adaptive Sports and Recreation in WNY podcast was created to share experiences and expertise of athletes, their families and community organizations on adaptive sports and recreation in WNY. Episodes will highlight different perspectives on adaptive and inclusive sports and recreation in WNY. This podcast is a collaboration between Greater Buffalo Adaptive sports and the Department of Rehabilitation Science at the University at Buffalo. 

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Four Western New York athletes, Steve Spitz, Emily Keicher, Kate Hahn and Adam Page, discuss their pathway to adaptive/inclusive sports, the multiple sports they enjoy and what keeps them in adaptive sports.  Host: Jeanne Langan, Department of Rehabilitation Science, UB.

The Adaptive Sports and Recreation in WNY podcast was created to share experiences and expertise of athletes, their families and community organizations on adaptive sports and recreation in WNY. Episodes will highlight different perspectives on adaptive and inclusive sports and recreation in WNY. This podcast is a collaboration between Greater Buffalo Adaptive sports and the Department of Rehabilitation Science at the University at Buffalo. 

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Four local athletes, Steve Spitz, Emily Keicher, Kate Hahn and Adam Page return to discuss adaptive equipment in adaptive/inclusive sports. The discussion includes progression of sports equipment and accessing equipment. The discussion flows into related topics of travel for sporting events and accessibility of hotels as well as fitting equipment to preserve skin integrity. Host: Jeanne Langan, Department of Rehabilitation Science, UB.
 
 The Adaptive Sports and Recreation in WNY podcast was created to share experiences and expertise of athletes, their families and community organizations on adaptive sports and recreation in WNY. Episodes will highlight different perspectives on adaptive and inclusive sports and recreation in WNY. This podcast is a collaboration between Greater Buffalo Adaptive sports and the Department of Rehabilitation Science at the University at Buffalo. 

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In honor of National Public Health Week, Buffalo HealthCast proudly presents a special episode focused on the vital role of civic engagement in promoting community health and well-being. Join us as we sit down with Rachel DiDomizio, a passionate advocate and community organizer, from University at Buffalo, to explore the power of grassroots activism and civic participation and how to get involved.

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In this episode we sit down with Mark Bonacci, PhD, to explore the essential role of CASACs (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors) in addressing substance use disorder. We delve into the nuanced aspects of  treatment, counseling methodologies, and the impact CASACs make in our community. Mark Bonacci's insights  highlight the imperative of addressing substance use disorder as a public health crisis that demands our collective attention and empathy.

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Elizabeth Bowen, PhD, an expert in addiction recovery and recovery capital. Listen as we discuss the invisible population of persons experiencing homelessness and the unique issues this community faces, trauma informed care, and the need for supportive housing.

Elizabeth Bowen PhD is a community-based urban researcher and educator, Associate Professor Elizabeth Bowen joined the School of Social Work in 2014. Bowen’s research centers on the health and resilience of people experiencing homelessness. Using qualitative and quantitative methods, Bowen’s work examines the pathways that link homelessness and health conditions. A subset of her research focuses on the developmental and place-based experiences of youth and young adults who are homeless and navigating service systems.

Resources:
 Multidimensional Inventory of Recovery Capital

Credits:
Hosts/Writer: Nada Fox, B.S.
Guest:  Elizabeth Bowen, AM, PhD
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Nada Fox, B.S.
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Join us as Ebehitale Imobhio interviews the brilliant Vanessa Guzman, founder of SmartRise Health. Learn about maternal health care, barriers to postpartum care, and the experiences of LGBTQ+ people as they navigate parenthood and motherhood. 

Award-winning healthcare leader and author Vanessa Guzman MS, ME founded SmartRise Health to help healthcare organizations assess complex operational problems and devise strategic, quality improvement, and training initiatives to optimize outcomes and satisfaction among employees, partners, and patients.
Vanessa graduated from Columbia University’s Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science with a BS and MS in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in Diagnostic Imaging. She is also certified in Quality Engineering and Quality Management and Organizational Excellence by the American Society for Quality. For her outstanding contributions, she has been awarded the 2018 Becker’s Hospital Review “Rising Stars Under 40” and 2017 Modern Healthcare’s “Up and Comers” Awards. 

Resources: 

• SmartRise Health

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jessica Braymiller Knapp, PhD, an expert in prevention science and a dedicated tobacco researcher. Dive into the core of addiction, prevention science, and more.

Jessica L. Braymiller (she/her) is a clinical assistant professor and public health researcher focused on understanding nicotine and cannabis use among adolescents and young adults. Her current work centers on e-cigarette use/vaping and associated health outcomes, other emerging modes of tobacco and cannabis delivery, and device characteristics that facilitate initiation and continued use of both substances. Prior to joining the faculty in Community Health and Health Behavior, Dr. Braymiller was a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Southern California in the Tobacco Center of Regulatory Science. Dr. Braymiller completed her PhD in Biobehavioral Health and her MS in Biobehavioral Health at The Pennsylvania State University. She received her BA in Psychology from Mercyhurst University.

Credits:
Hosts/Writer: Sarah Robinson, MPH 
Guest:  Jessica Braymiller Knapp, MS, PhD
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH 
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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In this episode, guests Dr. Jessica Kruger and Dr. Nicholas Felicione, discuss the complex topic of cannabis use harm reduction. They explore the challenges and complexities of harm reduction in the evolving landscape of cannabis legalization, highlighting the need for more research and evidence-based strategies to educate consumers and reduce potential risks associated with cannabis use. The conversation touches on various aspects of cannabis, from product testing and labeling to the possible substitution of cannabis for other, more harmful substances, all within the context of promoting health equity and responsible consumption.

Guests:
Jessica Kruger, PhD, MCHES
Director, Teaching Innovation and Excellence | School of Public Health and Health Professions
Clinical Associate Professor | Department of Community Health and Health Behavior

Nicholas Felicione, PhD
Assistant Professor | Department of Community Health and Health Behavior

Credits:
Hosts/Writers: Jessica Kruger, PhD, MCHES | Nicholas Felicione, PhD
Guest:  Jessica Kruger, PhD, MCHES | Nicholas Felicione, PhD
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH 
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Cheryll Moore has extensive grant administration and project management experience with the Erie County, New York, Department of Health and has directly administered and implemented numerous grant projects over the past 20 years. She has been a leader in addressing the opioid epidemic in Erie County, providing naloxone trainings to first responders and community members and integrating data to focus her efforts. She also manages the nationally recognized community-engaged intervention known as the Erie County Opioid Epidemic Task Force to reduce opioid-related overdose deaths.

Resources:

• Carry Narcan, and know how and when to use it. Text (716) 225-5473 to have Narcan mailed to you for free.
• Seek treatment. Local hospital emergency departments can connect patients to immediate medication assisted treatment, a long-term care provider and a peer who can help with every stage of recovery. Ask for NY MATTERS.
• Seek support. The Buffalo & Erie County Addictions Hotline is available 24/7 with referrals for individuals and their families. Call (716) 831-7007.
• Never use alone. Have Narcan and a friend with you who is not using drugs, or contact a service like Never Use Alone (neverusealone.com)
• Test your drugs for fentanyl and xylazine even if you think it is cocaine or another substance that is not an opioid. Free test strips available from the Erie County Department of Health. Call (716) 858-7695.
• Bars, restaurants and other public establishments can order free materials from ECDOH, as available. Visit bit.ly/ECDOHNarcan for order form or call (716) 858-7695.
• Words Matter - Terms to Use and Avoid When Talking About Addiction

Credits:
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Host/Writer: Sarah Robinson, MPH | Kara Kane, MA
Guest: Cheryll Moore, Director, Erie County Opiate Epidemic Task Force; Medical Care Administrator, Erie County Department of Health
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH 
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Join Sarah Robinson as she interviews Dr. Sarah LaPointe and Dr. Michael Merrill about type 2 diabetes, health equity, and more. We discuss the importance of bridging the gap in diabetes care, making interventions inclusive for all communities. Our expert guests share valuable insights on empowering the health care system and promoting health equity in diabetes management.

Dr. Sarah LaPointe is a Researcher at Brook Health and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Epidemiology at Emory University. She received her Master's in Public Health and PhD in Epidemiology from the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. Broadly, her research interests lie at the intersection of social and environmental determinants of health with a particular passion for improving the health and well-being of marginalized communities. In her free time, Sarah enjoys being outdoors with her dogs, tennis or pickleball, and exploring her new surroundings in Atlanta, GA.

Dr. Mike Merrill is chief medical officer for Brook Health, headquartered in Seattle.  Prior to Brook Health, he served as chief medical officer at United Memorial Medical Center, Rochester Regional Health, and as a medical director for Independent Health. 

Resources: 

• Brook website: https://www.brook.health/ (We are hiring!) 
• Weight loss in Brook's digital diabetes prevention program

Credits: 
Host/Writer: Sarah Robinson, MPH
Guests: Sarah LaPointe, MPH, PhD | Michael Merrill, MD, MS, MS, MBA 
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH 
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Join UB graduate students Lianne Novak (public health) and Logan (international development and global health) as they interview Dr. Marion Werner, and local farmer Patrick Lango about intensive agricultural practices and the effects on human health.

Dr. Marion Werner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University at Buffalo, SUNY. Her research is located at the nexus of critical development studies, feminist theory, and political economy with a focus on Latin America and the Caribbean.

Patrick Lango is a local farmer, maker of artisanal dairy products, and enthusiastic food radical.  He owns White Cow Dairy, located in Buffalo's Elmwood Village, where he sells his artfully-crafted yogurts, custards and dairy drinks to the public.  Lango's farming techniques haven't changed with the emergence of intensive agriculture, and his business is prime example of how to sustainably farm.

Credits:
Host/Writers: Lianne Novak, MPH | N. Logan | Keerthana Maddirala, MS
Guests: Dr. Marion Werner, PhD | Patrick Lango
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH | Omar Brown
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Happy Pride Month!  Join Miranda Bosse, MPH, MSW as she interviews CEO and Founder of Professionally Proud, and recent medical school graduate Dr. Grant Parrelli, MD.
The main inspiration for Professionally Proud and its products are rooted in patient advocacy and Dr. Parrelli's personal experience as a patient, client and working professional in the healthcare setting. There is a lack of explicit acknowledgement of support or belonging that can be addressed through visual aids. While some already exist, few are concrete in their delivery.  Professionally Proud strives to make allyship and representation visible for the LGBTQ+ community in the health care setting. 

To purchase your own Professionally Proud merchandise, visit: https://www.professionallyproud.com

Follow Professionally Proud on Instagram @professionallyproud
Follow Dr. Parrelli on Instagram @grantp845

Credits:
Host/Writers: Miranda Bosse, MPH, MSW | Sarah Robinson, MPH
Guests: Dr. Grant Parrelli, MD
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson, MPH
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA

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Join UB graduate students Elisabeth Stowell and Veronika Semenova as they speak to local experts, Alex Judelsohn and Dao Kamara about food sovereignty and the health of refugees in the Buffalo community.

Alexandra Judelsohn is a PhD candidate in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Michigan and will start as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the University at Buffalo in Fall 2023. Her scholarship explores the role of local governments in the U.S. refugee resettlement program and, broadly, her interests include how the built environment impacts health, particularly for immigrant and refugee populations. Judelsohn holds a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University at Buffalo. 

Dao Kamara is the Community Engagement Coordinator at Providence Farm Collective (PFC), where he shares his love and knowledge of traditional foods and farming with the diverse communities and youth who farm at PFC and visitors and volunteers from across the region. He believes that food is medicine, teaching others the benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables to support good health and the community and family connections that grow from sharing cultural traditions across generations.

Resources:

1. Refuge in new food environments? The role of urban planning in facilitating food equity for new Americans
2. Refugees and Food Experiences: Insights from Research in Buffalo, NY
3. Planning the City of Good (and New) Neighbours: Refugees’ Food Experiences in Buffalo, New York

Credits:
Host/Writers: Elisabeth Stowell, Veronika Semenova, Syed Rahman
Guests: Alexandra Judelsohn, MUP | Dao Kamara, MSW
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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It's National Public Health Week, and this month's episode features seven amazing guest speakers who talk about the daily themes of this year's NPHW.  The overarching theme for NPHW this year is Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health.  Keep reading to learn more about the UB students, faculty, and community members that made this episode so engaging. 

Themes:
Community - Annamarie Malik 
Anna is a current Master of Public Health student, studying in the Department of Community Health and Health Behavior at UB.  She is currently working in the Dean's Office of SPHHP, assisting with outreach, recruitment, and communications.  Anna is passionate about health communications, nutrition, and food insecurity, and she hopes to find a job in the public health field when she graduates with her MPH this May.

Violence Prevention - Dr. Akua Gyamerah,  DrPH, MPH

Reproductive and Sexual Health - Danise Wilson, MPH
Danise has served as the Executive Director for Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center (ENAHEC) since 2016 where she works to create and train a diverse health workforce through career exposure programs, mentorship, and increasing understanding of cultural competency. She acts as a change agent for those within her community by addressing social determinants, educational opportunities, and practicing career exploration activities. 

Mental Health - Dr. Christine Linkie, MS, PhD

Rural Health - Dr. Frank Cerny, PhD, MD

Accessibility - Dr. Albina Minlikeeva, PhD

Food and Nutrition - Dr. Jennifer Temple, PhD


Resources:
National Public Health Week Website

Credits: 
Host/Writers: Sarah Robinson
Guests: Annamarie Malik, Dr. Akua Gyamerah, Danise Wilson, Dr. Christine Linkie, Dr. Frank Cerny, Dr. Albina Minlikeeva, Dr. Jennifer Temple
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson
Theme Music: Dr. Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Join UB master's degree students Nicholas Levano (public health), Danielle Nerber (public health and medicine), and Nikitha Cothari (biomedical informatics) as they interview epidemiologist and global health researcher Dr. Nadia Koyratty, PhD, MS about food and water insecurity in low-, middle-, and high-income countries.  
Dr. Koyratty is a University at Buffalo School of Public Health and Health Professions alumna, receiving her PhD in Epidemiology and Environmental Health in 2021.  She has over 10 years of health and nutrition research experience, both in academia and in industry, specifically focusing on low-, middle-, and high-income countries.  Her primary interests lie in the global public health field, with a focus on food security, water security, and non-communicable diseases. 

Resources: 

• The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2022 | FAO | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations 
• Household Water Insecurity Experiences (HWISE) – Research Coordination Network (RCN) – Funded by the National Science Foundation (hwise-rcn.org) 

Papers Authored by Dr. Koyratty:

• Growth and growth trajectory among infants in early life: contributions of food insecurity and water insecurity in rural Zimbabwe
• Implementation and maintenance of infant dietary diversity in Zimbabwe: contribution of food and water insecurity
• Food Insecurity and Water Insecurity in Rural Zimbabwe: Development of Multidimensional Household Measures
• Food Insecurity and COVID-19 Food-Related Perceptions, Practices, and Problems: A 3-State Descriptive Study

 
Credits:
Host/Writers: Nicholas Levano, Danielle Nerber, Nikitha Cothari
Guests: Dr. Nadia Koyratty, PhD, MS
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson
Theme Music: Sungmin Shin, DMA 

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Join Master of Public Health students, Sarah Robinson and Leah Bargnesi, as they interview Dr. Prathima Nalam, Dr. Anna Paltseva, and Jeanette Koncikowski on their joint project tackling lead contamination in urban soil.  These three experts are working together to use natural resources like mycelium, the root-like structure of a fungus, to absorb lead contamination and make urban gardening and farming safe in the Buffalo community.
 
Dr. Prathima Nalam, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Design and Innovation in University at Buffalo's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  Her research focuses on tribology, soft mechanics, surface and interfacial forces, and atomic force microscopy.
Dr. Anna Paltseva, PhD, is an urban soil scientist who has researched urban soil contamination and remediation for over 8 years.  She is currently a member of the faculty team at the School of Geosciences at the University of Lousiana at LaFayette.  Her mission is to educate communities about the critical importance of soil health for growing nutritious food and medicine, for supporting healthy ecosystems, and for helping to sequester harmful greenhouse gases. 
Jeanette Koncikowski joined Grassroots Gardens of Western New York as their Executive Director in May 2018. She is a long-time community educator and activist, bringing almost 20 years of experience with nonprofit organizations in human services.  Jeanette believes it is essential that all neighborhoods and families in Western New York benefit from our region’s revitalization and that everyone has a right to healthy, affordable and accessible food. Community gardens should be the cornerstones of such efforts as they provide nourishment for our bodies and spirits.

Resources:
Can a fungus help to clean up lead-contaminated soil: https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2022/01/019.html
Send soil samples to Dr. Paltseva's lab: https://geos.louisiana.edu/soils-lab
Grassroots Gardens of Western New York: https://www.grassrootsgardens.org/

Credits:
Host/Writers: Sibaridibo Banuna, Leah Bargnesi, Sarah Robinson
Guests: Jeanette Koncikowski, Dr. Prathima Nalam, PhD, Dr. Anna Paltseva, PhD
Production Assistant/Audio Editor: Sarah Robinson
Theme Music: Sungmin Shin, DMA

This episode was produced as a final project in Dr. Katarzyna Kordas' Global Health class, a graduate-level course offered at the University at Buffalo. 

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After becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Katie Brown worked in both hospital and nursing home settings providing medical nutrition therapy for several years, where she gained experience working with patients with mental illness and prior psychiatric hospitalizations. Throughout her career and personal experience, Katie has found that healthcare can be very uncomfortable and alienating for people, especially those who are mentally and/or physically disabled.  Katie works to mitigate the discomfort felt by those seeking healthcare in her inclusive nutrition practice.   

Learn more about Katie's practice here. 

Credits: 
Host/Writer: Nicole Klem, MS, RD
Guest: Catherine Brown, MS, RDN, CDN
Production Assistant: Sarah Robinson
Video/Audio Editor: Omar Brown
Theme Music: Sungmin Shin, DMA
Faculty Consultant: Nicole Klem, MS, RD

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