New Matter Podcast

CRISPR, microfluidics, lab management, the joy of winning an award, cellular imaging, innovative robotics, the evolving workplace and big data. These are just a few of the topics you’ll find on New Matter: Inside the Minds of SLAS Scientists.

Hosted on Buzzsprout, you can also find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.

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Shana Kelley, PhD, Professor of Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University and President of Bioengineering and Head of Biohub Chicago, joins Thrive in Science to discuss building interdisciplinary research teams, leading innovation and bringing AI and biology together to accelerate scientific breakthroughs.She shares lessons on balancing decisive action with long-term vision, the impact of mentorship, and why thriving in science means finding the right people, purpose and environment to do meaningful work.

We’re always looking to highlight inspiring women in science. If there’s someone you think should be featured on Thrive in Science, we’d love to hear from you. Please fill out this form.
 

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Building Teams, Advancing Science: Shana Kelley on Thriving in Science

October 29, 2026

Guest: Shana Kelley

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Thrive in Science: Women's Leadership Edition | AI, Automation and Authentic Leadership with Melanie Leveridge

July 30, 2026

Guest: Melanie Leveridge

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Thrive in Science: Women's Leadership Edition | Leadership Lessons from Olga Seltser

June 25, 2026

Guest: Olga Seltser

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AVA™ Emulation System by Emulate | SLAS 2026 New Product Award Winner

June 15, 2026

Guest: Emulate | SLAS 2026 New Product Award Winner

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The Thinking Microscope

May 18, 2026

Guest: Steven Finkbeiner | SLAS 2026 Innovation Award Winner

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Thrive in Science: Women's Leadership Edition | Meet our Hosts

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Guest: Hosts of Thrive in Science: Women's Leadership Edition

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