Go! For Launch

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In this episode of Go! For Launch, we meet Dr. Jessica Esquivel, a particle physicist working at a natio...

In this episode of Go! For Launch, we sit down with Dr. Heather Whitley, Associate Program Director for High Energy Density Science at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), to talk about what it’s really like to work on some of the most advanced science in the world—and how you could be part of it.From simulating fusion reactions like the ones that power the sun to exploring how to deflect asteroids, LLNL is tackling some ...

In this episode of Go! For Launch, we sit down with Peter Kerrigan, Deputy Director of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), to explore the incredible opportunities for college students looking to study in Germany. From world-class research institutions to tuition-free universities, Germany offers a unique and accessible higher education system that welcomes students from around the globe.Peter breaks down the different type...

In this episode of Go! For Launch, hosts Audrey, Kam, and MacKenzie sit down with Colonel Jim Voss, a former NASA astronaut and University of Colorado professor, to dive into the realities of space exploration and the paths that lead there.

With five space shuttle missions and six months aboard the International Space Station, Jim shares his journey from the Army to orbit, offering a firsthand look at the thrills of spacewalks, the...

In this episode of Go! For Launch, hosts Audrey, Kam, and MacKenzie sit down with Zhilin Wang, a Senior Applied Scientist at NVIDIA, to explore the cutting edge of natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs). Zhilin shares how NVIDIA’s advanced AI infrastructure powers the training of models like ChatGPT and Llama, and how his team develops techniques to make AI more helpful and human-like in conversation.Zhi...

Science isn’t just about research—it’s about communication, connection, and making an impact beyond the lab. Dr. Shane Hanlon’s journey from muddy boots ecology to Capitol Hill and beyond is a testament to the power of science storytelling.With a PhD in biology and a background in conservation and disease ecology, Shane realized that his passion wasn’t just in conducting science—it was in communicating it. From working in congressi...

🌍Did you know you can study, live, and work in Doha, Qatar—a dynamic, cosmopolitan city where over 80% of the population is non-Qatari? At Education City, students have access to world-class universities without leaving one campus, including Carnegie Mellon University, Texas A&M University, Georgetown University, Cornell University, Northwestern University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Th...

Go! For Launch Ep 04 - Featuring Drs. Jessica Walden and Chris McGuire Join our host Audrey Odwuor as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Drs. Jessica Walden and Chris McGuire, a dynamic duo blending their passion for environmental science with their entrepreneurial venture, Les Amis de la Terre Market. From their journeys in oceanography and groundbreaking research on microplastics to Chris’s work as an environmental sc...

Join hosts Audrey and Kam as they dive into a captivating discussion with Dr. Paul Fletcher, a professor at the University of Cambridge and a neuroscience consultant for Ninja Theory.

Dr. Fletcher shares his fascinating journey from medicine to neuroscience, exploring the mysteries of the brain, mental health, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Discover how his work with Ninja Theory on the Hellblade series brought psychosis re...

Go! For Launch Ep 02 - Featuring Dr. Stephanie Manka Join hosts Audrey and Kam as they delve into a fascinating discussion with Dr. Stephanie Manka, a wildlife biologist turned science communicator and digital content creator. Dr. Manka shares her journey from traditional wildlife research to launching her platform, Fancy Scientist, where she mentors aspiring conservationists and advocates for effective science communication. Expl...

Go! For Launch Ep 01 - Featuring NASA’s Brenna Biggs Join hosts Audrey, Kam, and MacKenzie as they dive into an inspiring conversation with Brenna Biggs, NASA Advanced Planning Specialist for the Airborne Science Program. Discover how NASA studies our home planet from the sky using cutting-edge airborne missions and gain insights into Brenna’s unique career journey—from her roots in chemistry and communications to her dream role a...