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Step into the world where algorithms meet biology! Hosts Lorena Pantano and Alex Bartlett, two dynamic women in science, unravel the complexities and curiosities of computational biology. Each episode, they break down complicated analyses, demystify big data approaches, and share real-world stories from their own bioinformatics research adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned bioinformatician or just bio-curious, Alex and Lorena's engaging banter, expert interviews, and practical tips will guide you through the fascinating process of turning raw biological data into meaningful scientific discoveries. Join them as they make computation in the life sciences accessible—and even a little bit fun!
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Average audio length:
28 minutes
Guest interviews
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English
United States
22 episodes
since May 27, 2025
episodic
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Hackathons are not just for coders anymore — computational biologists have made it their own with data, models, and insights! Hackathons can be a great way to understand the trends in your field, meet new people, and network. Do you want to try and participate in a hackathon this year and feel like…
New year, new episode, new comp-bio goals and new hosts. But first, we wish you a very Happy New Year! Most new year's resolutions fail due to lack of clarity, so to make it easier, we begin our first episode of the season with a list that hopefully inspires you. From using AI tools to make your li…
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