Ever Thought About…?
A Research Peer Advisor Podcast
Ever Thought About...? is a podcast created by undergraduates at the University of Pennsylvania, with exciting episodes about a wide range of research undertaken around campus. Sit down with us as we chat with Penn professors about the work they’ve dedicated their lives to!
Decoding the Human Brain: How Anatomy Translates to Behavior, and the Societal Implications
Episode: 2"How do physical changes in the brain ultimately give rise to changes in the mind?" This is a key question that guides the research that takes place in Dr. Allyson Mackey's lab, The Changing Brain. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mackey, a professor of psychology here at Penn to talk about the significance and applicability of research in cognitive neuroscience. Dr. Mackey's work focuses on understanding the basic mechanisms underlying brain plasticity in children and how environmental factors can influence windows of peak plasticity.
Researching the Ancient Greeks: Wars, Plague, Hybrids, and... Cows?
Episode: 1Classical Studies Professor Jeremy McInerney discusses the amazing breadth of his research.