The Faculty of Biology Medicine and Health Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-faculty-of-biology-medicine-and-health Biology, Medicine and Health at the University of Manchester delivers high quality education and training for health professionals and life scientists, in partnership with the NHS and industry. Our research offers a multidisciplinary approach to biomedical and health science discoveries that have real global impact. © 2026 The University of Manchester 4f2785d4-6b90-5f22-b0f6-ece6867be7a5 yes en Wed, 12 Nov 2025 03:42:47 -0800 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:09:40 -0800 https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk https://img.transistorcdn.com/aEdK_iSHMTVBrb8_JFQ7HmTZLUOEGxpuGScq5v3CYKI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ5NTY3LzE3MTIx/NDk3NjAtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg The Faculty of Biology Medicine and Health https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk episodic The University of Manchester Biology, Medicine and Health at the University of Manchester delivers high quality education and training for health professionals and life scientists, in partnership with the NHS and industry. Our research offers a multidisciplinary approach to biomedical and health science discoveries that have real global impact. Biology, Medicine and Health at the University of Manchester delivers high quality education and training for health professionals and life scientists, in partnership with the NHS and industry. health, biology, medicine, science, education, university, manchester, student Sammy Platt harry.newton@manchester.ac.uk No No Answering your Reddit PhD questions with Alex and Holly 6 6 Answering your Reddit PhD questions with Alex and Holly full 4a13f60d-09ab-4430-b585-b15493bc1804 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9390132b 🎓 Answering your Reddit /PhD questions with Holly & Alex from the University of Manchester 
Honest advice, funny stories, and practical tips on applying for a PhD, finding motivation, and surviving the journey.

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Honest advice, funny stories, and practical tips on applying for a PhD, finding motivation, and surviving the journey.

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Honest advice, funny stories, and practical tips on applying for a PhD, finding motivation, and surviving the journey.

]]> health, biology, medicine, university, pgr, phd, research, student No Life After Medical School – The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability 5 5 Life After Medical School – The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability full fbc0071f-e68d-440d-986a-1ce0bf1a13ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/60fe1c1a In this episode, we explore life as a doctor, living with a disability. We are speaking to Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides, from the University of Manchester.

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered.

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability.

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This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered.

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability.

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This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered.

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability.

]]> Medicine, science, disability, doctor, career, Manchester, health, biology No University Life at Medical School – The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability 4 4 University Life at Medical School – The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability full d2fed11e-7bdf-4830-9626-cebb1584d416 https://share.transistor.fm/s/744402ca In this episode, we explore University life at Medical School with a disability. We chat with Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides, from the University of Manchester.  

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

]]> In this episode, we explore University life at Medical School with a disability. We chat with Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides, from the University of Manchester.  

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:09:36 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1178 In this episode, we explore University life at Medical School with a disability. We chat with Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides, from the University of Manchester.  

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

]]> Medicine, science, disability, medical school, university, education, Manchester, health, biology No Life Before Medical School - The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability 3 3 Life Before Medical School - The Journey of a Doctor with a Disability full 509c5b52-635b-4a96-a1cb-86ef47175eb2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f814edd6 In this episode, we explore life before Medical School with Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides from the University of Manchester.  

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

]]> In this episode, we explore life before Medical School with Dr Genevieve Shimwell, Dr Imran Sahgal and medical student Georgia Savvides from the University of Manchester.  

 

This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

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This 3-part podcast series explores the personal journeys of a final year medical student and a GP (general practitioner), who both live with a physical disability. The podcasts allow guests to discuss the challenges and experiences they have encountered. 

 

We hope the discussion resonates with some people and for others, gives an insight into living with a disability. 

]]> medicine, science, disability, education, Manchester, health, biology No Digital skills in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health 2 2 Digital skills in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health full 8fa7dde7-c332-42d8-b1a1-85ac7d4291e9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0e91e1b7 Which skills are important for your studies and career? How do you work out what you’re good at already, and what you need to improve? How can we balance time on screens with our health and wellbeing?

Listen to our podcast episode exploring digital skills – the skills you need to live and work in an increasingly digital society. This is the second in our flexible learning podcast series, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students.

Maddie (medicine, year two), CK (biochemistry, year three) and Iqra (speech and language therapy, year three) talk to academics Dr Sarah Shepherd and host Dr Jane Mooney, Academic Theme Lead for Digital Skills and Literacy. They share their experiences of developing their digital skills, and share tips on balancing time screen-time with wellbeing.

Listen to the whole podcast on Libsyn, Spotify or Apple podcasts, or skip through to the topics that interest you:

  • 00:00 – introductions
  • 1:30 – digital skills, your studies and career
  • 7:00 – the JISC discovery tool and building your skills
  • 13:20 – CVs, and keeping track of your skills
  • 17:20 – digital support on offer
  • 21:40 – digital wellbeing, and looking after yourself
  • 34:10 – final thoughts

Alternatively, you can view a transcript (pdf). You can find links to the resources referenced in the podcast below.

]]> Which skills are important for your studies and career? How do you work out what you’re good at already, and what you need to improve? How can we balance time on screens with our health and wellbeing?

Listen to our podcast episode exploring digital skills – the skills you need to live and work in an increasingly digital society. This is the second in our flexible learning podcast series, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students.

Maddie (medicine, year two), CK (biochemistry, year three) and Iqra (speech and language therapy, year three) talk to academics Dr Sarah Shepherd and host Dr Jane Mooney, Academic Theme Lead for Digital Skills and Literacy. They share their experiences of developing their digital skills, and share tips on balancing time screen-time with wellbeing.

Listen to the whole podcast on Libsyn, Spotify or Apple podcasts, or skip through to the topics that interest you:

  • 00:00 – introductions
  • 1:30 – digital skills, your studies and career
  • 7:00 – the JISC discovery tool and building your skills
  • 13:20 – CVs, and keeping track of your skills
  • 17:20 – digital support on offer
  • 21:40 – digital wellbeing, and looking after yourself
  • 34:10 – final thoughts

Alternatively, you can view a transcript (pdf). You can find links to the resources referenced in the podcast below.

]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2022 01:34:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2197 Which skills are important for your studies and career? How do you work out what you’re good at already, and what you need to improve? How can we balance time on screens with our health and wellbeing? Listen to our podcast episode exploring digital skills – the skills you need to live and work in an increasingly digital society. This is the second in our flexible learning podcast series, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students. Maddie (medicine, year two), CK (biochemistry, year three) and Iqra (speech and language therapy, year three) talk to academics Dr Sarah Shepherd and host Dr Jane Mooney, Academic Theme Lead for Digital Skills and Literacy. They share their experiences of developing their digital skills, and share tips on balancing time screen-time with wellbeing. Listen to the whole podcast on Libsyn, Spotify or Apple podcasts, or skip through to the topics that interest you: 00:00 – introductions 1:30 – digital skills, your studies and career 7:00 – the JISC discovery tool and building your skills 13:20 – CVs, and keeping track of your skills 17:20 – digital support on offer 21:40 – digital wellbeing, and looking after yourself 34:10 – final thoughts Alternatively, you can view a transcript (pdf). You can find links to the resources referenced in the podcast below. My Learning Essentials JISC Discovery Tool Six ways to Wellbeing Student Support self-care resources Which skills are important for your studies and career? How do you work out what you’re good at already, and what you need to improve? How can we balance time on screens with our health and wellbeing? Listen to our podcast episode exploring digital skills digital learning,FBMH,Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health No Exams, flexible learning and the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health 1 1 Exams, flexible learning and the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health full a929936c-521d-4067-b897-c9847b623cd7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2be2cd6 What are some quick revision wins? How do on-campus exams compare to online assessment? How can online tools help you with your studies?

Listen to our new flexible learning podcast, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students.

Third-years Zunaira (pharmacy) and Atharva (biotechnology) speak to Sally, Deputy Head of Student Operations in Health Sciences and Paul, Associate Dean for Flexible and Blended Learning. They share revision tips, advice to avoid procrastinating and their post-exam plans.

Listen to the whole podcast or skip through to the questions that interest you:

  • 00:00 – introductions
  • 01:15 – what exams do you have coming up?
  • 06:30 – revision top tips
  • 11:45 – online exams
  • 22:20 – on campus exams
  • 25:50 – celebrations and wrap-up

Alternatively, you can download a transcript (pdf).

]]> What are some quick revision wins? How do on-campus exams compare to online assessment? How can online tools help you with your studies?

Listen to our new flexible learning podcast, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students.

Third-years Zunaira (pharmacy) and Atharva (biotechnology) speak to Sally, Deputy Head of Student Operations in Health Sciences and Paul, Associate Dean for Flexible and Blended Learning. They share revision tips, advice to avoid procrastinating and their post-exam plans.

Listen to the whole podcast or skip through to the questions that interest you:

  • 00:00 – introductions
  • 01:15 – what exams do you have coming up?
  • 06:30 – revision top tips
  • 11:45 – online exams
  • 22:20 – on campus exams
  • 25:50 – celebrations and wrap-up

Alternatively, you can download a transcript (pdf).

]]> Mon, 25 Apr 2022 01:33:15 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1766 What are some quick revision wins? How do on-campus exams compare to online assessment? How can online tools help you with your studies? Listen to our new flexible learning podcast, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for students. Third-years Zunaira (pharmacy) and Atharva (biotechnology) speak to Sally, Deputy Head of Student Operations in Health Sciences and Paul, Associate Dean for Flexible and Blended Learning. They share revision tips, advice to avoid procrastinating and their post-exam plans. Listen to the whole podcast or skip through to the questions that interest you: 00:00 – introductions 01:15 – what exams do you have coming up? 06:30 – revision top tips 11:45 – online exams 22:20 – on campus exams 25:50 – celebrations and wrap-up Alternatively, you can download a transcript (pdf). What are some quick revision wins? How do on-campus exams compare to online assessment? How can online tools help you with your studies? Listen to our new flexible learning podcast, created with Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health students, for studen students,flexible learning,FBMH,Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health No