Hi everyone! 👋🏼

This is info channel of NU SciPod with all of the updates and news! 😁

SciPod is a club based in Nazarbayev University, Astana that focuses on making scientific podcasts with professors and researchers of the fields like biology, chemistry and medicine. We aim to popularize scientific knowledge and make it more accessible for general public!

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Want to create podcasts? 👀 Then you’ve reached the right crowd! 🧬

SciPod is club focusing on podcasts and we are looking for new members in our team! In this new semester we will not only make scientific podcasts, but also start making new type of content! So if you are interested in creating content about science and sharing your experience as a student then you are just who we need! 🫵🏻

We are recruiting for the following positions 👇🏻

- Public Relations members 📲
- External Affairs Manager 🤝🏻
- Video Editors 📹
- Scriptwriters 📝
- Human Resources Management 👥
- Podcast Hosts 🎙️


🔗 Link for the application form:
https://forms.gle/yDMN8v7pwGyRJYkj6

Deadline: 31.08 ❗️

Join us and stay tuned! 😉

Want to create podcasts about science? Curious about behind the scenes of podcast shooting? Perhaps looking for new opportunities and networking? 👀

If your answer is yes, then welcome to NU SciPod!🧬

SciPod is club focusing on podcasts and we are looking for new members in our team! So if you are interested in creating content about science and sharing your experience as a student then you are just who we need! 🫵🏻


We are recruiting for the following positions 👇🏻
- Public Relations members (SMM, Graphic Designers, Content Creators)📲
- External Affairs Manager 🤝🏻
- Video Editors 📹
- Scriptwriters 📝
- Human Resources Management 👥

🔗 Link for the application form:
https://forms.gle/D7hgUxxPje5nKVS88

Deadline: Feb 5❗️

Join us and stay tuned!

Did you know that everyday air pressure fluctuations can actually influence the rate of wound infections after open-heart surgery? 🤯📉

Hi there, it's NU SciPod, and we are back with a fresh episode of our podcast featuring Dr. Byron Crape! 🧬🎙️

In today's episode, we explore the world of public health with Dr. Byron, a distinguished epidemiologist, global health expert, and the MSc in Public Health Program Director at Nazarbayev University. 🌍🩺

We explore the deeply human stories behind health data, the critical role of epidemiology in fighting diseases, and how tools like AI might shape the future of outbreak prediction. 💻🦠

🔗 Full episode on YouTube here: Link

Stay tuned! 🎧

Did you know that your gut health can directly affect the development of autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis? 🤔🦠

In the new episode of the NU SciPod, we invited a special guest to find answers to these questions — Dr. Sergey Yegorov! 🧬

Dr. Yegorov is an assistant professor at Nazarbayev University and a true expert in the field of immunology and infectious diseases. He has an incredible path behind him: research experience at Harvard and McMaster University in Canada, as well as publications in one of the most prestigious scientific journals in the world – Nature Communications! 🎓✨

In this episode, we discussed:
• What it's like to work at Harvard's cutting-edge labs and how to find your way in science.
• How our immune system works, what happens when it fails, and what does the gut microbiome have to do with it.
• The whole truth about vaccines (from COVID-19 to flu): how they are created, how they affect children and the elderly, and whether the fear of vaccines is rational.

Watch the full episode via this link! 🔗

Stay tuned! 🎧💡

💃 Did you know that dancing is recognized as the most effective physical activity for the prevention of depressive and anxiety disorders?

🧠 Watch the new episode of NU SciPod!

Today, our guest is Valeriya Galimova - Head of the NU Psychological Counseling Service, psychologist, and psychotherapist. Valeriya helps students maintain their mental health, conducts stress resilience trainings, and provides support in crisis situations.

In this episode, you will learn:
🔹 Do TikTok psychologists and "self-help" books actually help us, or do they just confuse us?
🔹 How effective is AI for psychological support?
🔹 Should a psychologist give advice, and is it true that you must feel better after every session?
🔹 The top 3 methods to reduce anxiety during the tough exam season!

❗️ Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and does not replace an individual consultation with a specialist.

🎁 We also have a coffee giveaway!
We are launching a new segment and giving away a coffee certificate for the best comment under the video. Watch the video to find out which question you need to answer! 🗣️

🔗 Watch the new episode on YouTube!

Psychological Counseling Service Instagram/Telegram: @PCS_NU

Stay curious! 🧬

🥶 Did you know that studying in a cold room can actually help you memorize information better?

Welcome to the new episode of NU SciPod! 🎙️🧬

Our guest for today’s episode is Alexander Pak - a neuroscientist and Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology at Nazarbayev University! 🧠 With a PhD from Purdue University and postdoctoral training at NYU, Professor Pak's work sits at the fascinating intersection of human cognition, neural plasticity, and AI. He also shares his unique journey from being an NU undergraduate to becoming a scientist and entrepreneur.

💬 We discussed:
- How studying spatial navigation and the way our brain maps surroundings can lead to earlier diagnoses of Alzheimer's disease?
- How to transition from fundamental lab research to founding an innovative, AI-driven medical rehabilitation project?
- Can we "gamify" our everyday lives to boost productivity and personal development?
- Why your brain actually functions better during downtime, and how to consciously use neuroscience to unwind?
- The harsh neurological truth about skipping sleep before an exam, and the best methods to use your brain efficiently when studying. 📚💤

Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel! 🎧🔗
Stay curious! 🧬

NU SciPod Fall'26 Recruitment is OPEN! 🎙️🔬

Welcome to SciPod Club Recruitment 2026! We are a student-led club dedicated to creating scientific podcasts through fascinating conversations with professors, researchers, and experts. Our goal is to make science more accessible, interesting, and engaging for students.

This is the perfect place for you if you want to:
- Create engaging, high-quality scientific podcasts 🎧
- Talk directly to esteemed professors, faculty members of NU, and experts beyond the university 🧠
- Take an active part in podcast shooting and on-set production 🎬
- Gain hands-on experience in our production and post-production teams 💻

How to apply: Please complete the form thoughtfully and choose the unit that best matches your interests and skills.
🔗 [https://forms.gle/9j66ZE61pwwCYYr98]

⏳ Application deadline: 30 August 2026, 23:59.

Learn more about us: 📢
Telegram: @NUSciPod ✈️
Instagram: @nu.scipod 📸
YouTube: NU SciPod ▶️

We look forward to having you in SciPod! 🚀