People, Parasites, and Plagues

Written by: David Peterson and Kim Klonowski
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  • People, Parasites, and Plagues is a podcast aimed at delivering information about the fascinating pathogens among us from the impressive professionals who study them. Join our hosts Dr. David Peterson and Dr. Kim Klonowski, two infectious disease researchers from the University of Georgia, as we explore the past, present, and future of science. Tune in every other week for a new and enlightening episode as we unpack the details surrounding some of Earth’s most perplexing diseases.
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Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Science
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Episodes
  • TB, Or Not TB

    TB, Or Not TB
    Feb 10 2025

    This week we're talking tuberculosis with Dr. Frederick Quinn, the Department Head of Infectious Diseases here at UGA. Tune in to hear about his current research with zoonotic tuberculosis and what he's learned about transmission of this deadly disease.
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    39 mins
  • The Ins And Outs of Biocontainment

    The Ins And Outs of Biocontainment
    Jan 17 2025

    We've got a treat for you this week! Dr. Jeff Hogan of the UGA Department of Infectious Diseases is joining us to talk about his work in the most secure building on campus and his time spent protecting our country from diseases with USAMRIID.

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    38 mins
  • The Life & Times of the Schisto Kid

    The Life & Times of the Schisto Kid
    Dec 27 2024

    Join us this week for a special discussion with Emeritus Professor of Microbiology Dr. Daniel Colley. We're chatting with him about his time spent with the CDC, becoming the director of the Center for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases at UGA, and the research abroad that sparked his passion for schistosomes.
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    34 mins

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