The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
Zachary Cartwright, Ph.D.
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The Drip by AQUALAB: Microplastics in Food with Angela Anandappa
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
06/11/24 • 21 min
Angela Anandappa, Ph. D. is the founding director of the Alliance for Advanced Sanitation. Anandappa is an experienced food safety industry professional having worked in the supply chain, product development, and sanitation areas of the food manufacturing industry. In this episode we unpack the alarming prevalence of microplastics, explore their pathways into our food supply, and discuss the potential solutions and innovations in sustainable packaging.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- The average intake of microplastics by an American
- Understanding the complexities of recycling and how to overcome them
- Advanced sanitation's role in integrating sustainability with food safety
- Strategies for significantly reducing microplastics' impact
- A call for a more unified and capable recycling system within the US
Jump to:
(04:29) How consumers are influenced by multiple sustainability standards and options.
(09:02) The Animal Digestible Food Packaging Initiative's mission for sustainability.
(11:33) Why the food industry must take action to reduce microplastics.
(14:51) How to not be overwhelmed by fighting climate change.
(17:11) Featured artist and song.
(19:17) This episode’s Mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
2L8 by NASTY CAT
Links mentioned in this episode:
Alliance for Advanced Sanitation
Animal Digestible Food Packaging Initiative
Jason Mraz, music was chosen by Angela Anandappa
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The Drip by AQUALAB: Noroviruses, Influenza Risks, and Cutting-Edge Detection Methods
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
10/16/24 • 40 min
Matthew Moore is an Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts, Department of Food Science who is recognized for his groundbreaking research on foodborne pathogens. In this episode, we’ll tackle the risks of influenza H5N1 jumping to mammals and debunk misconceptions about foodborne illnesses, especially noroviruses. We’ll also explore cutting-edge virus detection methods using magnetic liquids and nanopore technology, and discuss the impact of climate change on virus transmission.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Viral vs. bacterial foodborne illnesses
- How do noroviruses survive the journey through your body?
- The impact of climate change on foodborne viruses and mycotoxins
- Cutting-edge work in virus detection and concentration
- Why policy matters when it comes to controlling outbreaks
- ... and why it's not just cruise ships affected by noroviruses
Jump to:
(05:56) Viruses must withstand harsh conditions to infect.
(08:14) Key Nnorovirus research: viral entry, replication, and ongoing breakthroughs.
(12:56) Using bacteria to capture viruses cost-effectively.
(14:04) Engineering E. Coli for norovirus detection and collaboration.
(17:08) Fingerprint norovirus to identify outbreaks accurately.
(23:50) Researching virus resistance to disinfectants and application.
(25:20) Students advancing magnetic liquids for virus detection.
(29:05) How climate change and mycotoxins affect food safety.
(33:01) Current H5N1 risk to humans remains low.
(36:00) The guest’s favorite artist and song
(38:34) Featured artist and song
(39:13) This episode’s Mantra
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
University of Massachusetts, Department of Food Science
Dr Matthew Moore’s current research
Outstanding Young Scientist Award in honor of Samuel Cate Prescott
Calculating Infinity by The Dillinger Escape Plan, music was chosen by Matthew Moore
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The Drip by AQUALAB: Innovations in the Middle East and North Africa with Fidele El Achkar
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
06/26/24 • 23 min
Digitizing Food Safety: Innovations in Middle East and North Africa with Fidele El Achkar
Fidele El Achkar is the visionary founder of FoodSight, an initiative aimed at revolutionizing the food industry in the Middle East and North Africa. By digitizing food safety and industry activities, Fidele seeks to modernize traditional practices, ensuring they align with global trends. FoodSight fosters collaboration among freelancers, international experts, and service providers, creating an ecosystem where stakeholders work together using a customized approach.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Addressing food safety issues in Lebanon and the MENA region
- How FoodSight is uniting industry stakeholders and creating job opportunities
- The digitization of food industry activities and how it’s revolutionizing food safety and efficiency
- Assisting producers with export and compliance issues
- How other regions around the world can learn from the success of FoodSight
Jump to:
(05:19) How FoodSight aims to unite industry stakeholders and create job opportunities.
(07:01) Assisting producers with export and compliance issues.
(11:58) Experts fill out detailed profiles and questionnaires.
(16:17) Repositioning FoodSights as a social enterprise and expanding globally.
(19:44) This episode’s song.
(21:40) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
FIGHT 4 ME by NASTY CAT
Links mentioned in this episode:
Woman by Andreya Triana,a song recommendation by Fidele El Achkar
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The Drip by AQUALAB: Exploring Ice Cream Science with Abigail Thiel
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
02/12/25 • 18 min
Abigail Thiel is a Food Scientist and YouTuber of ‘Abbey the Food Scientist’. She is a postdoctoral researcher at Wageningen University in the Netherlands, focusing on food quality and design, with a particular interest in ice cream microstructure, healthier fat alternatives, and sustainable food production. She joins The Drip to delve into the fascinating world of ice cream science, from its microstructure to the intricacies of creating healthier and more sustainable sweet treats.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- What are the ice cream terms "variegates" and "inclusions”?
- Understanding the healthier fats in ice cream.
- Creating a food science YouTube channel.
- Precision fermentation: milk proteins from yeast.
00:00 Ice Cream Texture Research Funding
03:48 Started YouTube During Covid Lockdown
08:40 Yeast-Based Milk Protein Production
12:50 Abby's Food Science Courses Online
15:31 Tackling Ice Cream Moisture Migration
16:36 "Mesmerizing Down Tempo Collaboration"
Jump to:
(00:53) How Abby started studying the science of ice cream through a USDA-funded project focusing on healthier fats.
(03:46) The difference between variegates and inclusions and their importance in ice cream.
(07:22) Balancing texture and health in food, and how it is a central theme in Abby's research.
(11:53) Abby's venture into YouTube during the COVID-19 lockdown.
(14:37) This episode’s song recommendation.
(15:28) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
Liftoff by Adastra and Bethany Agustin
Links mentioned in this episode:
Abbey the Food Scientist – Website
Abbey the Food Scientist – YouTube
Taylor Swift, music was chosen by Abigail Thiel
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The Drip by AQUALAB: The Science of Storytelling with Laura Lampa
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
04/22/25 • 24 min
Laura Lampa is a scientist turned communicator and the founder and CEO of LML StoryLab Consulting. She translates complex scientific concepts into compelling narratives that resonate with wider audiences. On this episode of The Drip, Laura outlines why some groundbreaking scientific innovations struggle to capture public attention and how the art of storytelling can be the key to bridging this critical gap.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Key principles for translating science into stories.
- Using analogies to make science relatable.
- Strategies to improve communication in companies.
- Balancing accuracy and engagement in communication.
- Trends shaping the future of technical communication.
Jump to:
(00:53) Introduction to storytelling in science
(03:46) Key principles for effective communication
(07:22) Simplifying technical topics with real-world examples
(11:53) Improving internal communication in companies
(22:20) This episode’s song recommendation.
(23:12) This episode’s mantra.
00:00 "Communicating Breakthroughs: Science Storytelling"
05:20 From Jargon to Relatable Science
09:49 Effective Layered Communication Strategy
12:52 Navigating Uncertainty in Mergers
16:02 Effective Communication Drives Future Sales
17:17 Content Trends: Visuals and Transparency
20:59 Aqualab: Communicating Scientific Innovations
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
"Just Can't Get Enough" by Depeche Mode, music was chosen by Laura Lampa
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The Drip by AQUALAB – Probiotics Unpacked: Stability, Water Activity, and Innovations with Subhendu Nayak
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
09/17/24 • 40 min
Subhendu Nayak is the Director of Formulation (Probiotics and Herbal) at Vida Herbs. He joins The Drip to talk about the complexities of manufacturing, from blending to storage, and the crucial role of water activity in maintaining probiotic potency. We'll also explore the nuances between CFU and AFU measurements and discuss innovative yet straightforward solutions.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Water activity in probiotics
- Colony Forming Units (CFU) versus Active Fluorescent Units (AFU)
- Spore-forming, non-spore-forming, and next-generation types
- Manufacturing processes like blending, encapsulation, and packaging
- How keeping solutions uncomplicated can lead to better success and innovation
Jump to:
(03:39) How AW measures the vapor pressure ratio in foods.
(08:01) Minimize water activity to prevent probiotic die-off.
(10:12) Molecular sieves control water activity and maintain potency.
(15:20) Preferred sugar alcohols for coolness.
(17:34) Granular ingredients ensure better stick-pack sealing.
(22:54) Water activity control in oil prevents decay.
(25:39) Plate counting measures CFU per gram.
(30:20) Viable but unculturable cell health benefits questioned.
(32:41) The guest’s favorite artist and song
(35:09) Featured artist and song
(38:25) This episode’s Mantra
Featured Artist and Song:
Sometimes Somehow by Eric E.
Links mentioned in this episode:
One Dance by Drake, music was chosen by Subhendu
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Episode 40: Food Safety with Ashutosh Jaiswal
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
12/19/23 • 34 min
I'm your host, Zachary Cartwright, and today marks our 40th episode - a special milestone. To celebrate, we've got an equally special guest joining us, Ashutosh Jaiswal, a wizard in the world of food safety and a driving force in quality assurance with over a decade of experience at Sri Dut India Private Limited.
Ashutosh shares his journey, from his formative years influenced by family ties to agriculture and the food industry to his current role, where he passionately oversees quality assurance and food safety. He's not only worked to earn the prestigious American Institute of Baking Certification and the National Confederation of Indian Industry Food Safety Award but also poured half his salary into food safety education to fuel his dreams.
Episode 21: Science Says with Beatrice Zatorska
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
11/09/21 • 22 min
Episode 28: Sonoran Roots
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
06/15/22 • 23 min
Today my guest is Jeremy Basha, the Chief Revenue Officer at Sonoran Roots, a recreational cannabis company known for its large-scale cultivation, extraction, and dispensary operations throughout Arizona. Like many cannabis producers, this company has recently started using water activity measurements to implement a more regimented, structured, and formulaic approach to make key decisions like when to take product out of cure rooms, what order to trim different batches, how to store product, and how to combat and mitigate microbial issues. Let's listen to Jeremy explain his team's success with using water activity measurements in this special cannabis addition of Water in Food.
The Drip by AQUALAB: Creating Aviation Fuel from Waste with Alyssa Norris
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)
11/12/24 • 22 min
Alyssa Norris is the Director of Sustainability at Aether Fuels. She sits down with Zachary Cartwright to discuss how we can produce aviation fuel from waste, and how you don’t have to choose between seeing the world and saving it. Alyssa will shed light on the production, impact, and future of this fuel. We'll also discuss its current usage, the processes involved, and how it plays a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting a circular economy.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- What is sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)?
- Suitability of SAF versus electric aircraft for long-haul flights
- How to overcome the unwanted presence of water in jet fuel
- Innovative aspects of Aether's technology
- What does a Director of Sustainability do for a company like Aether?
Jump to:
(03:44) SAF is made from hydrogen, carbon, and waste materials.
(08:41) Airlines will adopt sustainable fuel, therefore lowering costs.
(10:25) Why electric flight tech lags and SAF infrastructure is more simple.
(14:04) Being a startup leader focusing on sustainability and compliance.
(16:07) Which flight operators are currently using SAF?
(20:35) This episode’s song recommendation.
(21:22) This episode’s mantra.
Featured Artist and Song:
Links mentioned in this episode:
Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance
Everyone Deserves The Chance To Fly by WICKED, music was chosen by Alyssa Norris
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00:00 SAF reduces emissions, fossil reliance, and aids sustainability.
03:44 SAF uses hydrogen, carbon, and various waste sources.
08:46 Increasing SAF adoption will reduce its cost.
10:15 SAF enables existing infrastructure use, batteries are inefficient.
14:03 Startup focuses on sustainability, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
16:05 Alaska and United boost sustainable aviation fuel initiatives.
19:50 Aqualab sponsors moisture analysis in fuels discussion.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) have?
The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) currently has 61 episodes available.
What topics does The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) cover?
The podcast is about Food Science, Podcasts, Science, Arts and Food.
What is the most popular episode on The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)?
The episode title 'The Drip: Why Does My Wine Smell Funky? Uncovering the Science of Wine Spoilage' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)?
The average episode length on The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) released?
Episodes of The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) are typically released every 19 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food)?
The first episode of The Drip by AQUALAB (formerly Water In Food) was released on May 20, 2020.
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