Samoan Scientist Podcast
This is a platform to share my process and journey as a New Zealand born, Samoan women, scientist. As well as chatting to other indigenous scientists about their journey.
Episodes
The conversation covers various aspects of cell culture and molecular biology, including the use of bacteria, cell lines, techniques for analyzing data, and lab protocols. The discussion also touches on the use of waste bottles and the process of splitting cells.
Takeaways
- Cell lines are used in the lab as an alternative to live tissue for research purposes.
- Analyzing data using techniques like flow cytometry and luminescence is c...
Originally recorded in June 2026 for 531pi's Island Time during Sāmoan Language Week.
I'm excited to share this interview here on the podcast. We talk about my journey as the Samoan Scientist, how my research explores the connections between traditional Samoan foods, genetics, and type 2 diabetes, and why making science accessible to Pacific communities matters. We also discuss the inspiration behind this podcast and my mission ...
The Problem Was Never Our Genetics
What if the key to better health for Pacific peoples wasn't a new diet trend or medication, but the foods our ancestors had been eating for generations?
In this episode, Samoan scientist Amy Maslen-Miller explores the traditional Samoan diet through both cultural knowledge and modern science. From talo, ufi, ulu, fa'i, niu, and seafood, to the umu cooking method and traditional food preservation pra...
It has been over 7 years since I made an episode, but I am back!
This is a deep dive about my journey of identity and science starting from my childhood in the 90s to the present.
In this episode, we talk with my good friend Michelle about
- Uber Eats
- Diabetes
- High school relationships
- Health
Talofa my name is Amy. I am PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. I have gone back into the archives and pieced together a raw PhD update for the month of March 2022.
Talofa, my name is Amy. The creator of Samoan Scientist. I started posting online in 2015 and have built a following of over 4K followers across IG, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Podcasting and LinkedIn. Here I share my tips on how to get started in social media.
Talofa, my name is Amy. I am a second-year PhD student researching the Samaon traditional diet. This episode, I share with you common foods that Samoans ate from missionary records 1830s-1920s. In this
Talofa my name is Amy, I am a second-year PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. There was a lot of talanoa on a recent post and I wanted to address all of your comments.
Talofa my name is Amy, I am a second-year PhD candidate researching Samoan traditional foods. Here are 5 steps on how I wrote my literature review.
Hey. My name is Amy Maslen-Miller I am a PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet. Here are some tips to help keep you motivated during your studies.
My name is Amy Maslen-Miller a PhD candidate researching the Samoan traditional diet.
Here are some of my study tips to help with your tests and exams. Let me know if you have any questions!
I talk about my PhD research, the Samoan traditional diet an Answer some of your questions.
Malo. I'm Amy Maslen-Miller, a New Zealand-born Samoan woman in Science.
The Samoan Scientist Podcast is a platform to share knowledge and stories from Maori and Pasifika in STEM.
What do you want to hear from the podcast in 2023? This is your channel to help you navigate STEM.
After 3 years of jumping through academic hurdles I have finally started my PhD!Research the Samoan traditional diet as one of the solutions to prevent diabetes.
I'm going to give monthly updates about my journey. Hopefully sharing my experiences will help you. I talk about my initial thoughts about the PhD and the books I’ve read relating to my research.
I have been waiting three years to share my story. So many academic hurdles, a lot of no's , low self-esteem and mental wellbeing. This is my story of how it took three years for me to start my PhD.
It has been a really rough time in my career so I want to share a talanoa that I've had in my mind for a while. In the hopes of helping you on your journey and knowing that you're not alone. ps. sorry about the sniffling.
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