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Jeff Sparr: Obsession

June 17, 2016

Jeff Sparr finds an unexpected purpose after his life is torn apart... by a case of jock itch.

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In 2016 - Part 2

Amanda Duffy: A Picture of My Brain

June 10, 2016

Neuroscientist Amanda Duffy gets some surprising news about her brain when she volunteers to be a control in an MRI study.

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In 2016 - Part 2

David Russell: In the Name of Love

June 3, 2016

In high school, David Russell joins a hospital apprentice program in order to get close to his crush.

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In 2016 - Part 1

Rochelle Williams: Potential

May 29, 2016

As a PhD student, Rochelle Williams faces barriers to a career in engineering.

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In 2016 - Part 1 Tags School, Engineering

Steve Crabtree: Painting A Nuclear Submarine

May 20, 2016

Steve Crabtree gets an unusual start to his career: watching paint dry.

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In 2016 - Part 1

Brion Randolph: Curiosity Saves The Cats

May 14, 2016

Brion Randolph's journey to becoming a doctor begins with a box full of kittens.

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Dawn Fraser: The Mission

May 6, 2016

While working as a census taker in 2010, Dawn Fraser is taken by surprise when her partner asks her for a favor.

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In 2016 - Part 1 Tags Medicine

Bill Harwood: How A Chemist Becomes A Cop

April 29, 2016

As a young chemist working for the state crime lab, Bill Harwood is unexpectedly called to a crime scene.

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In 2016 - Part 1 Tags Chemistry, Police, Career

Nneze Akwiwu: The First Female President Of Nigeria

April 22, 2016

A chance conversation gives Nneze Akwiwu a chance to study in the United States.

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In 2016 - Part 1 Tags Biology, School

Chris Duffy: A Comedian Walks Into Some Neuroscience

April 15, 2016

After reading about scientific theories of humor, comedian Chris Duffy decides to see if those principles can make his act better.

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In 2016 - Part 1 Tags Neuroscience, Comedy
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