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Researchers Under the Scope

University of Saskatchewan, OVDR, College of Medicine

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Medicine is so much more than lab coats and stethoscopes. The research community at the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine is a diverse group of humans, all working with their own unique motivations — and not all of them work in a hospital setting. Get to know what gets these researchers amped about their jobs, what they’re doing, where they’re doing it, and why. Presented by the Office of Vice-Dean of Research, College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.
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Belal Saskatoon Estevan

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Ahmed Belal is a name that resonates with those in Saskatoon and Estevan. A well-respected family physician and assistant professor of Family Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, Ahmed is a driven individual committed to positively impacting the world. His passion for helping others and extensive experience in various hospitals have made him an important figure in the medical field.
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USask Signature Series

USask Research Profile and Impact

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World-leading research and innovation - right in the heart of Canada. The USask Signature Series explores the cutting-edge research taking place at the University of Saskatchewan across the university's Signature Areas of Research.
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The Missionary Disciple Podcast

Catholic Christian Outreach

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Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) is a university student movement dedicated to evangelization. We challenge students to live in the fullness of the Catholic faith with a strong emphasis on becoming leaders in the renewal of the world. CCO was founded by André and Angèle Regnier in 1988 at the University of Saskatchewan. From the humble beginnings of a handful of students, the movement now serves thousands of students across Canada.
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"What About Water? with Jay Famiglietti" connects water science with the stories that bring about solutions, adaptation, and action for the world's water realities. Presented by Arizona State University and the University of Saskatchewan, and hosted by ASU Professor and USask Professor Emeritus Jay Famiglietti.
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Buffy

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Program note, Nov. 29, 2023: Since this podcast’s release in 2022, there have been reports that call into question Buffy's birth story and her Indigenous identity. Buffy Sainte-Marie is one of the most prolific singer-songwriters of the past century. For 60 years her music has quietly reverberated throughout pop culture, and provided a touchstone for Indigenous resistance. In this five-part series, Mohawk and Tuscarora writer Falen Johnson explores how Buffy’s life and legacy is essential to ...
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MVMNT4LIFE

Kolby Krystofik and Oxnard|MVMNT

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MVMNT4LIFE discusses things that will allow you to stay moving throughout your life. The podcast hosts is Kolby Krystofik, a certified Level 3 CrossFit Coach with a Sports Medicine degree from Pepperdine University and Owner of the CrossFit affiliates Oxnard MVMNT and CrossFit Ventura. Each week Kolby will discuss modes of movements as well as support systems from data, fun fun conversations and special guests who are experts in their fields. Weekly episodes begin airing January 2024.
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Canada Foundation for Innovation

Canada Foundation for Innovation

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Since 1997, the Canada Foundation for Innovation has invested in infrastructure that researchers need to think big, innovate and push the boundaries of knowledge. State-of-the-art research facilities and equipment increase the capability of Canada’s universities, colleges, research hospitals and non-profit research organizations to carry out high-quality research. This, in turn, helps them to attract and retain the world’s top talent, train the next generation of researchers and support worl ...
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Sébastien Gauvrit was only ten when his family let him have his first tank of guppies. Within weeks, he was hooked. “I actually had to understand genetics directly by mixing these different fish together to get the colour or fin shape I was interested in,” said the vascular biologist and genetic modelling pioneer. From his home in France, to post-d…
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Stuart Skinner (MD) knew something was wrong three years ago, when patients started coming to him with vision loss, fever, rashes, and meningitis. Almost every case could be traced back to untreated syphilis — a sexually transmitted infection with caseloads exploding 1,200 per cent from 2017. Saskatchewan saw this spike just as Covid-19 entered the…
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Yi-Chun Chen is taking a close-up look at some of the body’s hardest-working cells — the ones often processing an overabundance of modern-day food and nutrients. “From an evolutionary point of view, our cells are not designed to deal with that,” said Dr. Chen, who joined the department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology at the University of S…
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The Dalhousie University researcher is looking to create synthetic versions of spider's silk that have the potential to help heal damaged nerves and damaged hearts. Researcher Jan Rainey’s curiosity about synthetic fibres began during an undergraduate work term with DuPont. Years later, he heard stories from a fellow researcher that alluded to the …
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James Stempien (MD) has navigated some of the most challenging corners of emergency medicine, from the frigid isolation of Inuvik to the bustling corridors of Saskatoon’s emergency departments. His experience in low-tech outposts has shaped his approach to modern emergency care. “When things aren’t going well you see it in the emergency department …
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As the world aims to eradicate hepatitis C (HCV) by 2030, Carrielynn Lund and Dr. Alexandra King’s team created a how-to guide. Journeys to Wellness: Prairie Hepatitis C Roadmap is a step-by-step guide to tackling a spike of new infections across the three Canadian prairie provinces. Hepatitis C (HCV) causes severe liver disease, and was notoriousl…
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Public health is something that has an impact on all of us - but over recent years, public health has been thrust into a bigger spotlight. Trust in science, academia and public health is critical to maintain strong public health for the future. We explore how trust in public health has changed, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and w…
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(Available only in French) Can our critical infrastructure withstand the effects of climate change? Pooneh Maghoul and her research team are working to make our bridges, roads and other critical infrastructures more resistant to climate change and extreme environments on Earth and in space. She founded the Sustainable Infrastructure and Geoengineer…
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How often do you think about the environment you live in? Our houses, our towns, our cities, our communities - we have surrounded ourselves with our "built environment." But as populations grow and move, the we have to ask ourselves: how do we make sure our built environment is healthy, safe and sustainable for us and for future generations? We exp…
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The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is home to Canada's only synchrotron. The Canadian Light Source at USask gives researchers at the university and around the world an opportunity to explore scientific questions down to the molecular and atomic level with the help of the synchrotron's beamlines. But what exactly does a synchrotron do, and how d…
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Water is a vital part of life. Water is constantly flowing all around us - in our streams and rivers, into our lakes, through our deltas and in pipes in our cities. Our waterways are interconnected, often in ways we never think of. But how are those waterscapes changing, and what role do we play in those changes? We explore all the things you didn'…
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In 2002, German researcher Volker Gerdts relocated to Saskatoon. Cutting-edge vaccine research was the attraction. Now he is at the helm of the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) World-renowned infectious disease specialist Volker Gerdts calls himself a “builder” who is carefully assembling a passionate team working to stop disease …
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Farming and Saskatchewan are practically synonymous, and agriculture research from the University of Saskatchewan is second to none. USask research has supported Saskatchewan producers and the agriculture industry for decades and has helped make Saskatchewan - and Canada - a bastion of agricultural efficiency and sustainability. But what makes an e…
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Brianne Philipenko (MD) was midway through her respirology fellowship in Calgary when the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the city. She started interval workouts at home using Nike’s fitness app — when inspiration struck. “Coming up with a creative, innovative way to allow people to access an exercise program outside of the typical organized pulmonary …
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Episode Overview: In this episode of MVMNT4LIFE, Kolby shares a beginner-friendly guide to meal prepping, breaking down the process into simple steps and actionable tips. Whether you’re new to meal prep or looking for ways to streamline your weekly meals, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you get started. Kolby discusses the esse…
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Quantum technology isn't science fiction - it's science fact. We're surrounded by more quantum technology than you'd expect, and with the quantum computers growing in size and power we are looking at new and exciting developments on the horizon for how our daily lives are impacted by quantum-influenced technology. How fast are quantum computers? Wh…
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Host: Kolby Krystofik Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby shares the incredible stories of people whose lives were transformed—or even saved—by fitness. As the podcast approaches its 52nd episode milestone, Kolby reflects on the power of storytelling to inspire change and create a culture of health and wellne…
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Podcast Title: The MVMNT4LIFE Podcast: How Sleep Impacts Your Life, Fitness, and Recovery Episode Summary: In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE Podcast, host Kolby Krystofik dives deep into the science of sleep—its benefits, the consequences of not getting enough, and practical ways to improve it. Drawing from personal sleep data tracked via a Garmin …
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Do you ever think about where your power comes from when you turn on your lights? The world is looking for new sources of energy - but the global energy transition won't happen with the flick of a switch. The research and the resources has to come from somewhere, and Saskatchewan is home to both. On this episode we explore how the energy transition…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Meet Coach Casey – Athlete, Engineer, and CrossFit Enthusiast Host: Kolby Krystofik Guest: Coach Casey Episode Summary: This week on the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby sits down with Coach Casey, a Saturday morning CrossFit coach and cornerstone of Oxnard MVMNT’s community. Casey’s journey from a small town in Massachusetts t…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: The Hero Fund – Giving Back to Our Community Host: Kolby Krystofik Episode Summary: In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby takes a solo deep dive into the Hero Fund – a unique initiative at Oxnard Movement and CrossFit Ventura designed to support members and the Ventura County community. Rooted in the gym’s cor…
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We all love our pets, but are they good for us? And are we good for them? On the first episode of the USask Signature Series Podcast, we dive into the ways animals in our homes influence our health - the risks they may pose, and the benefits they provide - along with a trio of accomplished University of Saskatchewan researchers. Guests: Dr. Emily J…
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(This podcast is only available in French) Nafissa Ismail focuses on the effects of hormones on the brain to pin down the interactions between our organs and our emotions Epidemiological data shows that the roots of depression form during puberty or adolescence for 75 percent of adults experiencing it. Nafissa Ismail is a professor at the Universit…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Getting to Know Coach Jeff Host: Kolby Krystofik Guest: Coach Jeff Episode Summary: In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby chats with Coach Jeff, Oxnard Movement’s longest-tenured coach, about his life, fitness journey, and how he balances family, fitness, and work. Listeners get a unique glimpse into Jeff’s ea…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Community Updates and Big News for Oxnard MVMNT Host: Kolby Krystofik Guest: Solo episode with Kolby OG Sweaters: https://om.pushpress.com/open/preorder/preorder_275d81dcd571b4 OG Shirts: https://om.pushpress.com/open/preorder/preorder_5972b70573166e Episode Summary: In this solo episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby …
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World-leading research and innovation - right in the heart of Canada. The USask Signature Series explores the cutting edge research taking place at the University of Saskatchewan. From quantum technology to agricultural innovation, sustainable communities to synchrotron sciences, the USask Signature Series will answer questions about the world usin…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Kolby’s Story Host: Kolby Krystofik Episode Summary: In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby Krystofik, owner of Oxnard|MVMNT, takes us on a deep dive into his journey—from his childhood and athletic background to his career and personal evolution in fitness. He shares how his passion for health and performance …
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In this episode, we gain insight into Dr. Sarah Forgie, the new Dean of the College of Medicine. She discusses her innovative teaching methods, her career as a pediatric infectious disease specialist, and her vision for advancing Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine. Dr. Forgie also shares the story behind her decision to learn the ukulele. Born to f…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Episode: Meet Coach Brenda Host: Kolby Krystofik Guest: Coach Brenda Lorca Episode Summary: In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby sits down with Coach Brenda, one of the full-time coaches at Oxnard|MVMNT. They dive into her life, both inside and outside the gym, discussing her journey from high school sports to discove…
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The University of Waterloo’s Suzanne Kearns is a global leader in sustainable aviation, but her flight path wasn’t without turbulence. Suzanne Kearns grew up in Wiarton, Ont., where she would lie in the grass and watch airplanes from the local airport take flight overhead. Her dreams of flying led to a fixed-wing licence at 16 and helicopter licenc…
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MVMNT4LIFE Podcast Show Notes Episode Title: Getting to Know Coach Nicci: From Saskatchewan to Surfing and CrossFit Host: Kolby Krystofik, Owner of Oxnard|MVMNT Guest: Coach Nicci, Oxnard|MVMNT Coach Website: www.oxnardmvmnt.com Episode Overview: In this episode, Kolby sits down with Coach Nicci, Oxnard|MVMNT’s youngest coach. Listeners will follow…
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Episode Overview: In this special episode, Kolby interviews Coach Isabel to explore her journey from growing up in Oxnard, California, to becoming a long-time CrossFit athlete and coach, as well as a successful cosmetologist. Isabel reflects on her early life, career shifts, and what brought her to the world of CrossFit. They also discuss the uniqu…
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Episode Overview: In this episode of MVMNT4LIFE, Kolby sits down with Claudia Chaloner, a physical therapist and long-time CrossFit athlete, to discuss her journey from small-town West Virginia to becoming a cash-based PT in San Diego. Claudia shares her unique experiences, including moving to New Zealand, running her own practice, and now transiti…
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A behavioural neuroscientist in Saskatoon is uncovering marijuana’s effects on fetal brain development. After recently winning a five-year CIHR grant of $960,076 in the spring of 2024, Dr. John Howland’s lab at the University of Saskatchewan is expanding its work examining prenatal exposure to cannabis smoke. Howland’s teams will assess the way can…
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Host: Kolby Krystofik, Owner of Oxnard|MVMNT Guest: Dusty Breeding, Founder of Skull and Bones Society Websites: www.oxnardmvmnt.com | www.skullandbonessociety.co Episode Overview: In this episode of MVMNT4LIFE, Kolby sits down with Dusty Breeding, founder of Skull and Bones Society, to dive deep into the world of finances. Dusty shares his journey…
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Podcast Title: High-Protein Snacks and Meals for Better Performance Host: Kolby Krystofik, Owner of Oxnard|MVMNT In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby dives into the importance of protein intake for anyone looking to optimize their fitness, whether it’s building muscle, losing fat, or improving performance in the gym. After recapping a w…
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Introduction (00:42): Kolby Krystofik kicks off the episode by introducing the podcast and sharing his personal activities from the past week. He reflects on his CrossFit workouts, pickleball, and sailing, which all play into his goal of staying active. The episode is recorded on September 11th and inspired by the closing of his 22-week sailing sea…
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Major Topics Discussed: Introduction and Weekly Activity Recap Bring a Friend Day Recap The Importance of Events in Fitness and Community Building Different Types of Events: Competitions, Social Gatherings, and Adventures The Value of Events: Opportunity, Motivation, and Social Connection How Oxnard|MVMNT Incorporates Events to Keep Members Moving …
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In this episode of MVMNT4LIFE, host Kolby Krystofik delves into the science behind recovery, exploring how we can optimize our rest days to improve overall fitness and health. Kolby begins by discussing his own recent physical activities, including CrossFit workouts and a sailing trip to the Channel Islands, emphasizing the importance of staying ac…
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Introduction (00:38 - 03:04) I reintroduced myself as Kolby Krystofik, owner of Oxnard|MVMNT, the only CrossFit gym in Oxnard, California. Explained that this podcast focuses on keeping us moving throughout our lives, with an emphasis on health, happiness, and fulfillment. Mentioned last week’s episode on the role of community in our lives and intr…
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This episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast delves into the crucial role that community plays in enhancing fitness, health, and overall well-being. Kolby Krystofik discusses how being part of a supportive community can increase motivation, provide emotional support during tough times, and foster a sense of belonging and self-esteem. He also shares how O…
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Major Topics Discussed: Introduction and Weekly Activity Recap The Seven Fs of Health and Fulfillment Overview In-Depth Look at Each F: Fitness (brief mention) Food Friends and Family Fun Finances Fatigue Faith Chapters and Timeline: 00:08 - 02:39: Introduction and Weekly Activity Recap Kolby discusses his activities from the past week, including C…
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Growing up in Columbia had a profound impact on Dr. Juan-Nicolas Pẽna-Sànchez. In this episode, hear why the former family physician pivoted, becoming Saskatchewan's lead in finding the best ways to treat Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis in rural and Indigenous patients. Even as a teenager, Juan-Nicolás Peña-Sánchez could see stark differen…
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Episode Summary: Best Activities for Longevity and Health In this episode, we explore the top three activities I recommend for maintaining health and wellness over the long term. While fitness and peak performance are important, this discussion focuses on activities that support longevity and overall health. Three Key Takeaways: Walking: Benefits: …
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In this episode of the MVMNT4LIFE podcast, Kolby Krystofik explores the concept of load versus capacity in relation to injuries, using information from the gym's online coaches' development program. He discusses the importance of understanding one's capacity, the factors that affect it, and how to prevent injuries by managing these factors. Kolby a…
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What happens when we change our relationship to water? Can we stop trying to control water and just go with the flow? Erica Gies, environmental journalist, National Geographic Explorer, and author of Water Always Wins: Thriving in an Age of Drought and Deluge sits down with host Jay Famiglietti to discuss how the engineered control of water sometim…
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The Endhó Dam north of Mexico City has been called “the largest septic tank in the world” and “Mexico’s toilet bowl”. Once designed to solve water problems in the region, it now receives wastewater from local industry and Mexico City. Arizona State University doctoral students Raquel Neri, in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Envi…
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What happens when science gets in the way of ambition, politics, and progress? With a look back at the historical figures and forces that led to the overallocation of the Colorado River, and the consequences that continue to play out today, John Fleck joins Jay Famiglietti on What About Water? Fleck is a Water Policy Researcher at the Utton Center,…
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