Science Savvy is a podcast where I, Carmen, break down the fascinating science behind everyday life. With my background in pharmacology and biomedical engineering, I explore topics ranging from how our brains work to the science behind emotions, habits, and more. Each episode is designed to make complex scientific concepts accessible and fun, helping you better understand the world (and yourself)! Whether you’re a science lover or just curious, Science Savvy offers bite-sized insights that fit right into your day.
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Science Savvy is a podcast where I, Carmen, break down the fascinating science behind everyday life. With my background in pharmacology and biomedical engineering, I explore topics ranging from how our brains work to the science behind emotions, habits, and more. Each episode is designed to make complex scientific concepts accessible and fun, helping you better understand the world (and yourself)! Whether you’re a science lover or just curious, Science Savvy offers bite-sized insights that fit right into your day.
You will Never Forget this Episode: Science of Memory
Science Savvy
28 minutes
1 month ago
You will Never Forget this Episode: Science of Memory
In this episode of Science Savvy, I explore how memory shapes identity and human culture.
The episode covers the evolutionary origins of memory, the brain regions involved, how memories are encoded, and how therapies (including MDMA) can help heal traumatic memories.
You will also get practical tips to improve your memory!
About Science Savvy: My name is Carmen Fairley, I have a background in pharmacology and biomedical engineering, and currently work in medical advisory. Science Savvy is a podcast that makes cutting-edge research accessible, turning complex science into stories that mean something for you.
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Science Savvy
Science Savvy is a podcast where I, Carmen, break down the fascinating science behind everyday life. With my background in pharmacology and biomedical engineering, I explore topics ranging from how our brains work to the science behind emotions, habits, and more. Each episode is designed to make complex scientific concepts accessible and fun, helping you better understand the world (and yourself)! Whether you’re a science lover or just curious, Science Savvy offers bite-sized insights that fit right into your day.
