USask Signature Series
USask Research Profile and Impact
World-leading research and innovation - right in the heart of Canada.
The USask Signature Series explores the cutting-edge research taking place at the University of Saskatchewan across the university's Signature Areas of Research.
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Episode 06 - How does the synchrotron advance innovation?
USask Signature Series
02/25/25 • 39 min
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is home to Canada's only synchrotron.
The Canadian Light Source at USask gives researchers at the university and around the world an opportunity to explore scientific questions down to the molecular and atomic level with the help of the synchrotron's beamlines.
But what exactly does a synchrotron do, and how does it advance scientific curiosity and innovation?
We shine a light on the power of the synchrotron in this episode of the USask Signature Series podcast.
Guests:
- Dr. Ingrid Pickering (PhD)
- Dr. Matt Lindsay (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 04 - What makes Saskatchewan farmers so efficient?
USask Signature Series
01/14/25 • 61 min
Farming and Saskatchewan are practically synonymous, and agriculture research from the University of Saskatchewan is second to none. USask research has supported Saskatchewan producers and the agriculture industry for decades and has helped make Saskatchewan - and Canada - a bastion of agricultural efficiency and sustainability.
But what makes an efficient farmer, and what helps Saskatchewan stand out among the rest?
Join us on this episode of the Signature Series Podcast to learn more!
Guests:
Dr. Curtis Pozniak
Dr. Steve Shirtliffe
Dr. Jill Hobbs
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 01 - Are your pets good for your health?
USask Signature Series
11/19/24 • 59 min
We all love our pets, but are they good for us? And are we good for them?
On the first episode of the USask Signature Series Podcast, we dive into the ways animals in our homes influence our health - the risks they may pose, and the benefits they provide - along with a trio of accomplished University of Saskatchewan researchers.
Guests:
Dr. Emily Jenkins (PhD)
Dr. Joseph Blondeau (PhD)
Dr. Colleen Dell (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
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USask Signature Series
10/31/24 • 1 min
World-leading research and innovation - right in the heart of Canada.
The USask Signature Series explores the cutting edge research taking place at the University of Saskatchewan. From quantum technology to agricultural innovation, sustainable communities to synchrotron sciences, the USask Signature Series will answer questions about the world using USask expertise.
- Are your pets good for your health?
- How do we prepare for the energy transition?
- What makes Saskatchewan farmers so efficient?
- And so much more!
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 03 - How will quantum technology change our day-to-day lives?
USask Signature Series
12/17/24 • 51 min
Quantum technology isn't science fiction - it's science fact.
We're surrounded by more quantum technology than you'd expect, and with the quantum computers growing in size and power we are looking at new and exciting developments on the horizon for how our daily lives are impacted by quantum-influenced technology.
How fast are quantum computers? What are quantum materials? These questions and more are answered on this episode of the USask Signature Series Podcast.
Guests:
Dr. Steven Rayan (PhD)
Dr. Gordon Sarty (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 02 - How will Saskatchewan lead the energy transition?
USask Signature Series
12/03/24 • 54 min
Do you ever think about where your power comes from when you turn on your lights?
The world is looking for new sources of energy - but the global energy transition won't happen with the flick of a switch. The research and the resources has to come from somewhere, and Saskatchewan is home to both.
On this episode we explore how the energy transition will take shape, the future of critical minerals and nuclear power - and the role both Saskatchewan and Canada will play.
Guests:
Dr. Greg Poelzer (PhD)
Dr. Alaz Munzur (PhD)
Dr. Andrew Grosvenor (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 05 - What should we know about our changing waterscapes?
USask Signature Series
01/28/25 • 54 min
Water is a vital part of life.
Water is constantly flowing all around us - in our streams and rivers, into our lakes, through our deltas and in pipes in our cities. Our waterways are interconnected, often in ways we never think of. But how are those waterscapes changing, and what role do we play in those changes?
We explore all the things you didn't know about our changing waterscapes on this episode of the USask Signature Series podcast.
Guests:
- Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace (PhD)
- Dr. Grant Ferguson (PhD)
- Dr. Tim Jardine (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 08 - How have we seen trust in science, academia and public health change?
USask Signature Series
03/27/25 • 67 min
Public health is something that has an impact on all of us - but over recent years, public health has been thrust into a bigger spotlight.
Trust in science, academia and public health is critical to maintain strong public health for the future. We explore how trust in public health has changed, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and what can be done to address those changes, on this episode of the USask Signature Series podcast.
Guests this episode:
- Dr. Thilina Bandara (PhD)
- Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine (PhD)
- Dr. Cory Neudorf (MD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
Episode 07 - How do we create a sustainable built environment for the future?
USask Signature Series
03/11/25 • 45 min
How often do you think about the environment you live in?
Our houses, our towns, our cities, our communities - we have surrounded ourselves with our "built environment."
But as populations grow and move, the we have to ask ourselves: how do we make sure our built environment is healthy, safe and sustainable for us and for future generations?
We explore a few of the facets of a sustainable built environment in this episode of the USask Signature Series Podcast.
Guests:
- Dr. Wanda Martin (PhD)
- Dr. Daniel Fuller (PhD)
- Host: Matt Olson
- Producers: Matt Olson and Leslie-Ann Schlosser
- Audio Producer: Wayne Giesbrecht
- Graphics and Marketing: Lindsay Herman
- Original Music created by Silas Friesen
Questions? Email [email protected]
Check out USask research on X/Twitter and on the University of Saskatchewan's web pages!
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FAQ
How many episodes does USask Signature Series have?
USask Signature Series currently has 9 episodes available.
What topics does USask Signature Series cover?
The podcast is about University, Research, Podcasts, Education, Science and Health.
What is the most popular episode on USask Signature Series?
The episode title 'Episode 03 - How will quantum technology change our day-to-day lives?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on USask Signature Series?
The average episode length on USask Signature Series is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of USask Signature Series released?
Episodes of USask Signature Series are typically released every 16 days.
When was the first episode of USask Signature Series?
The first episode of USask Signature Series was released on Oct 31, 2024.
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