Sci-Section

**This episode is taken from the radio version, which is originally broadcasted on CFMU 93.3 FM radio station** In this episode, we learn about the history of biotechnology in the world of sciences. We also talk about various applications of biotechnology in agriculture, medicine, etc. As well, listen our interview with Jacqueline Hong and Jia Hui Cao from McMaster University's iGEM team, McMaster SynBio, who tell us about their team and project. This is the last episode of Sci-Section's season 1. Thank you for listening to us for more than 10 weeks. We will be back in September better than before :) In the mean time, re-listen to your favorite episode of sci-section on all podcast platforms. Listen to Sci-Section live on CFMU 93.3 FM,  Wednesdays at 6pm. http://cfmu.ca/shows/130-sci-section

**This episode is taken from the radio version, which is originally broadcasted on CFMU 93.3 FM radio station** In this episode, we learn about the concept of probability and its mathematical application in various fields of science including the scientific method of conducting research. We also take on the Monty Hall Probelm and discuss/clarify its meaning. Listen to Sci-Section live on CFMU 93.3 FM,  Wednesdays at 6pm. http://cfmu.ca/shows/130-sci-section

*This episode has been taken from the radio version, broadcasted originally on CFMU 93.3 FM* In this episode, we talk about the different forms of a vegetarian diet such as lactovegeterianism, veganism, etc. We also talk about the benefits and harms associated with each diet. Listen to SciSection live on CFMU 93.3 FM,  Wednesdays at 6pm.  http://cfmu.ca/shows/130-sci-section 

In this episode, we learn about language. We also have an interview with Caleb Gordon, a language enthusiast and a conlanger (which is a person who makes languages). Caleb will be studying at University of Victoria in the upcoming school year.

In this episode, we talk about different study methods that can be beneficial during exam season, like Pomodoro technique. We also have an interview with Jill McMillan,  Academic skills program coordinator at McMaster University’s Student Success Centre, where we asked her about her tips for students during exam season!  **Since this show is being recorded for CFMU 93.3 radio station, all the music has been removed.** 

 In this  episode, we look into one of the important elements of our day to day life: Caffeine. We talk about the impact of caffeine on memory and cognition and also its metabolism in our body (its influence on adenosine receptors in brain). **Since this show is being recorded for CFMU 93.3 radio station, all the music has been removed.**

 In this episode, we look into breakfast to see if it really is the most important meal of the day. We talk about perfect healthy options for the first meal of the day and talk about breakfast in various cultures. **Since this show is being recorded for CFMU 93.3 radio station, all the music has been removed.**

In this episode, we look for reasons behind sleeping and  its influence on our function. Moreover, we look into different sleep cycles and a recent study on split-sleep schedule to see if it is  practical or not. **Since this show is being recorded for CFMU 93.3 radio station, all the music has been removed.**