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C2ST Speakeasy: “Sex, Science and Jokes” with Aaron Freeman

Aaron Freeman is a renaissance man: a comedian, science enthusiast, and neuroscience instructor. For years he has combined his skills as a comedian with his passion for teaching the world about science. At C2ST Speakeasy he will talk about comedy as a tool for teaching, and how educators can learn a thing or two from comics. C2ST’s own “Comedian-In-Residence” will wax comic about his sci-curious observations on his three favorite subjects. Continue reading “C2ST Speakeasy: “Sex, Science and Jokes” with Aaron Freeman”

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C2ST Speakeasy: “Why Being Poor Can Also Make You Sick” with Dr. Paula Skye Tallman

It is well-known that there is strong relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) and health outcomes. What is behind this association and why does it matter? In this talk, Dr. Tallman will speak about the links between SES and health outcomes and how psychological stress may be a key factor in understanding the SES gradient in health.

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C2ST Speakeasy: “Diet, Gut Bacteria, and Metabolic Disease: Strategies to Promote Healthy Microbial Communities” with Dr. Kristina Martinez

The human body is inhabited with trillions of microorganisms, many of which live in the gastrointestinal tract. These microorganisms in the gut are referred to as the gut microbiota and recent research findings indicate that they play a major role in the development of obesity and cardiovascular disease. Continue reading “C2ST Speakeasy: “Diet, Gut Bacteria, and Metabolic Disease: Strategies to Promote Healthy Microbial Communities” with Dr. Kristina Martinez”

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Diet, Gut Bacteria, and Metabolic Disease: Strategies to Promote Healthy Microbial Communities at Geek Bar Beta Chicago’s SCIENCE! Tuesday

The human body is inhabited with trillions of microorganisms, many of which live in the gastrointestinal tract. These microorganisms in the gut are referred to as the gut microbiota and recent research findings indicate that they play a major role in the development of obesity and cardiovascular disease. For example, consumption of “westernized” diets that are typically high in fat is believed to cause microbial dysbiosis, or a disruption of healthy microorganisms in the gut and has been associated with obesity.

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