Theoretical Computer Science w/ Dr. Pedro Paredes

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Lina Kim sit down with Dr. Pedro Paredes, a professor and researcher in the Computer Science Department to learn more about his research with theoretical computer science. Aside from discussing his work, Dr. Paredes delves into what sparked his interest in the topic, and even includes a puzzle for listeners. 

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Lina Kim sit down with Dr. Pedro Paredes, a professor and researcher in the Computer Science Department to learn more about his research with theoretical computer science. Aside from discussing his work, Dr. Paredes delves into what sparked his interest in the topic, and even includes a puzzle for listeners. 

Immunology in Rewilded Lab Mice w/ Grad Student Alexander E. Downie

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Ketevan Shavdia sit down with Alexander E. Downie, a Ph.d candidate with the Graham lab, to learn more about his upcoming dissertation. Alec discusses his research with rewilded lab mice, a recent New Yorker article featuring the Graham lab, and advice for students pursuing grad school. 

Noncommunicable Diseases and Socioeconomic Status in Turkana, Kenya w/ Grad Student Benjamin Muhoya

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Thiago Tarraf Varella sits down with Benjamin Muhoya, a graduate student in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department to learn more about his research.

Princeton researcher takes the helm of NASA’s Voyager mission

The ‘Prince’ sat down with physics researcher and recently-appointed deputy director of science for NASA’s Voyager project, Jamie Rankin.

The ‘Prince’ sat down with physics researcher and recently-appointed deputy director of science for NASA’s Voyager project, Jamie Rankin.

The Mind of the Yellow Fever Mosquito w/ Grad Student Timothy W. Schwanitz

Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond sits down with Timothy W. Schwanitz, a graduate student in the McBride lab to learn more about his experience working at the lab. Timothy discusses his interest in insects and etymology, the research the McBride lab does, and advice for students in STEM.

Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond sits down with Timothy W. Schwanitz, a graduate student in the McBride lab to learn more about his experience working at the lab. Timothy discusses his interest in insects and etymology, the research the McBride lab does, and advice for students in STEM.

Hecht lab proposes novel method of producing quantum dots

Frick’s Hecht laboratory reported a method of producing quantum dots — which are used in LED screens and solar panels — that requires lower temperatures and less toxic solvents than current processes. 

Frick’s Hecht laboratory reported a method of producing quantum dots — which are used in LED screens and solar panels — that requires lower temperatures and less toxic solvents than current processes. 

Social Computing w/ Dr. Andrés Monroy-Hernández

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Lina Kim sit down with Dr. Andrés Monroy-Hernández, a professor in the Computer Science department to learn more about Social Computing. Dr. Monroy-Hernández discusses his journey into CS, creative uses for AI, and addressing AI biases.

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Lina Kim sit down with Dr. Andrés Monroy-Hernández, a professor in the Computer Science department to learn more about Social Computing. Dr. Monroy-Hernández discusses his journey into CS, creative uses for AI, and addressing AI biases.

Pathogen Detection Using mCARMEN w/ Dr. Cameron A. Myhrvold ’11

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Ketevan Shavdia sit with Dr. Cameron A. Myhrvold ’11, an assistant professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at Princeton, to discuss his research on using CRISPR to develop new technologies for pathogen detection.

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, Senna Aldoubosh and Ketevan Shavdia sit with Dr. Cameron A. Myhrvold ’11, an assistant professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at Princeton, to discuss his research on using CRISPR to develop new technologies for pathogen detection.

Jupiter's Auroras w/ Dr. Jamey R. Szalay

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, we sit down with Princeton researcher Dr. Jamey R. Szalay to discuss the science behind Jupiter's auroras. 

In this episode of Brains, Black Holes, and Beyond, we sit down with Princeton researcher Dr. Jamey R. Szalay to discuss the science behind Jupiter's auroras. 

Pablo G. Debenedetti to step down as Dean for Research

Debenedetti has served in the role since 2013, and will take a sabbatical during the 2023-24 academic year before retiring. 

Debenedetti has served in the role since 2013, and will take a sabbatical during the 2023-24 academic year before retiring. 

PNI locks interior hallways as PETA brings VR exhibit “Abduction” to campus

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) brought a traveling virtual reality exhibit to Princeton in order to highlight the cruelty of animal laboratory testing. The Princeton Neuroscience Institute (PNI) adopted certain preemptive measures as a result.  

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) brought a traveling virtual reality exhibit to Princeton in order to highlight the cruelty of animal laboratory testing. The Princeton Neuroscience Institute (PNI) adopted certain preemptive measures as a result. 

Princeton mathematics professor June Huh and Melanie Matchett Wood GS ’09 named 2022 MacArthur Fellows

June Huh, a professor in the mathematics department, and Melanie Matchet Wood GS ’09 won the 2022 MacArthur Fellowship. Huh was recognized for proving mathematical conjectures and Wood for her work on number theory. 

June Huh, a professor in the mathematics department, and Melanie Matchet Wood GS ’09 won the 2022 MacArthur Fellowship. Huh was recognized for proving mathematical conjectures and Wood for her work on number theory. 

CBE professor Clifford Brangwynne earns Breakthrough Prize in revolutionary cellular research

Brangwynne received the award for research he completed on phase separation of RNA droplets in cells. He will be awarded $3 million to share with his research partner Anthony Hyman.

Brangwynne received the award for research he completed on phase separation of RNA droplets in cells. He will be awarded $3 million to share with his research partner Anthony Hyman.

Sorensen Lab spearheads shortened synthesis of molecule with promising potential for cancer treatment

Dr. Erik Sorenson and John Hoskin, researchers at the Sorenson Lab, published a paper detailing their original procedure to streamline the synthesis of pleurotin, a complex molecule with potential applications as an antibiotic or tumor-inhibiting drug.

Dr. Erik Sorenson and John Hoskin, researchers at the Sorenson Lab, published a paper detailing their original procedure to streamline the synthesis of pleurotin, a complex molecule with potential applications as an antibiotic or tumor-inhibiting drug.