Episodes
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Episode 101: Photosynthesis Part I
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
Thursday Feb 27, 2020
An overview of photosynthesis, including the structure of chloroplasts, phototransduction of energy by chlorophyll, the macromolecular complexes of the thylakoid membrane. I also discuss the mechanisms of electron transfer along the electron transport chain, and the role of ATP synthase in generating ATP. Recommended pre-listening is Episode 75: Cellular Respiration, Episode 32: Light and Optics, and Episode 18: Biochemistry Basics.
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Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Special Episode: History and Future of the Show
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
A special episode in which I discuss some of the ideas and principles behind the production of the show, sources I use for episodes, and my motivations for starting the podcast. I also talk about my own background and research interests, my thoughts about the relationship between science and philosophy, and some ideas for the future of the Science of Everything Podcast.