IRAs Demystified
The webinar discusses the benefits of using IRAs for charitable giving, focusing on Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) and estate planning strategies.
Can You Really Die of a Broken Heart? The Hidden Dangers of Grief, with Mary Frances O'Connor
Grief has significant physiological impacts on the body, affecting systems like the immune and stress systems, and can exacerbate underlying health issues.
IRAs Demystified
The webinar discusses IRAs, estate planning, and charitable giving strategies, emphasizing the benefits of qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) and charitable gift annuities (CGAs) for tax-efficient philanthropy.
Awad Lab: Predicting and preventing strokes and brain bleeds | Inside the Lab
Neurosurgeon Issam Awad's lab is developing MRI scans to predict and prevent brain bleeds and strokes by measuring iron levels in the brain.
UChicago Giving Day 2025
The University of Chicago is committed to innovation and impact through education, research, and community partnerships.
The Science Behind Raising Successful Kids, with Ariel Kalil
Parents play a crucial role in child development, and addressing parenting gaps can help reduce educational inequalities.
Do Animals Understand Death?, with Susana Monsó
The podcast explores whether animals can understand the concept of death, challenging the notion that only humans possess this understanding.
The Trump Administration and the American Economy | UChicago Harper Lecture Series
Discussion on economic policies, tariffs, and their impact on inflation and growth.
Why Measles Is Resurging—And The Rise Of Vaccine Hesitancy, with Adam Ratner
The resurgence of measles in the U.S. is linked to declining vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy, posing a significant public health risk.
Light Lab: Understanding the gut microbiome to treat disease | Inside the Lab
The gut microbiome, consisting of various microorganisms, plays a crucial role in health, and research is underway to harness it for treating diseases.
The Little-Known Secrets To A Good Life, with Shigehiro Oishi
The podcast explores the concept of a psychologically rich life as a third path to fulfillment, emphasizing diverse experiences and perspective changes.
How bioelectronics could heal our bodies and minds, with Bozhi Tian
Bioelectronics are merging biology and technology, enabling advanced capabilities like infrared vision and emotion regulation.
How Bioelectronics Could Heal Our Bodies And Minds, with Bozhi Tian
The future of technology may involve bioelectronics, integrating technology with biology to enhance human capabilities and health.
What if fungi, long considered harmless to humans, evolved into a global threat?
Fungi are closely related to animals, making antifungal drug development challenging due to biochemical similarities.
Could A Fungal Pandemic Be “The Last of Us?", with Arturo Casadevall
The discussion explores the potential threat of fungal pandemics due to climate change and the adaptation of fungi to higher temperatures, highlighting the need for preparedness and the development of antifungal drugs and vaccines.
The "Magic Words" That Turn Resolutions Into Reality
Jonah Burger discusses how specific words can influence behavior and decision-making, offering insights into using language effectively for personal and professional success.