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Mind Over Molecules
Welcome to Mind Over Molecules, where student researchers grow into future changemakers! Hosted by Julia Coppo, we’re breaking down barriers in research, building unstoppable mindsets, and diving headfirst into the emerging frontiers of biotechnology, immunotherapy, and the countless innovations in biomedical research that are shaping our future. From science fairs to cutting-edge gene editing techniques, you will receive practical advice, listen to inspiring interviews, and learn mind-blowing science—all in one place.
Episodes
6 episodes
Inside Modern Medical Innovation: A Conversation with Stryker Associate Project Manager John Hess
In this episode of Mind Over Molecules, I sit down with John Hess, an Associate Project Manager at Stryker, one of the world’s leading medical technology companies. Stryker develops innovative technologies used in hospitals and operating rooms ...
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Episode 6
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25:19
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AlphaFold and the Blueprint of Life
For years, one major question haunted biology: how do proteins fold? These tiny molecular machines run every part of life, from memory to immunity, but their shapes were a mystery locked away in complexity. Then, almost overnight, artificial in...
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Episode 5
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19:36
Through the Looking Glass: Mirror Life Explained
What if life had evolved backwards? In this episode, we explore the frontier of mirror life, a version of biology built from molecules that are the exact opposite of ours. From drugs that could last forever in the body, to organisms re...
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Episode 4
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8:02
Medicine’s Jell-O Revolution!!
Squishy, soft, and mostly made of water, hydrogels don’t sound like cutting-edge science, but beneath the jelly-like surface lies a powerful tool that’s changing medicine! In this episode, we uncover how hydrogels are being used to deliver drug...
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Episode 3
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18:02
High school isn’t just about grades—it’s about growth, grit, and gaining clarity.
Everyone talks about your GPA, test scores, and college apps—and while all of these things are essential, there is not enough focus on you. Who you’re becoming. What you’re learning about yourself. And how to actually use high s...
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Episode 2
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36:43