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211: Scientific Justice – Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath

211: Scientific Justice – Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath

FromSound Bites A Nutrition Podcast


211: Scientific Justice – Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath

FromSound Bites A Nutrition Podcast

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Length:
36 minutes
Released:
May 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Changing the Dialogue Around Science From research related to COVID-19 to more sustainable foods, scientists are developing amazing new ways to build and support a healthier planet. But if the vast majority of the world’s population cannot access and benefit from these incredible innovations, their value is limited. Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath, the head of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization, tells us that the distribution of scientific progress is the social justice issue of our age. She discusses how biotechnology can help solve food safety, sustainability and food access issues – and the importance of delivering these advancements into people’s lives no matter where or how they live. Tune in to this episode with guest Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath to learn about: the intersection of science and social justice the important role that science, biotechnology and innovation play in human health, environmental stewardship and sustainable agriculture broadening access to scientific progress so more people from diverse backgrounds can benefit from cutting-edge innovation social justice advocacy McMurry-Heath’s new book “Just Science” coming out soon helpful resources and takeaways for the general public and healthcare professionals to learn more and get involved Full shownotes and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/211    
Released:
May 4, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Hosted by award-winning Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Melissa Joy Dobbins, the Guilt-Free RD - "because food shouldn't make you feel bad!" Join Melissa’s conversations with a variety of experts on topics ranging from fad diets to farming and gain credible information to help you make your own, well-informed food decisions based on facts, not fear. For more information visit www.SoundBitesRD.com.