LSTM In Conversation EXTRA: Frank Cottrell-Boyce on Telling the FEPOW Story.
Send us a textIn this bonus episode of LSTM In Conversation, writer Frank Cottrell-Boyce reflects on adapting The Railway Man and sharing the powerful story of FEPOW survivor Eric Lomax. He explores the challenges of portraying trauma, the complexity of forgiveness, and the importance of remembering untold histories.
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Captive Memories: The Enduring Legacy of the FEPOW Project
From the frontlines to the lab: tackling antimicrobial resistance
Send us a textThis episode of LSTM in Conversation podcast features an interview with Dr. Kennedy Uadiale, an alumnus of Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine and a current PhD student. The discussion explores Kennedy's career journey from a medical doctor to his extensive work with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) across Africa and Asia, and his recent return to LSTM. Kennedy's PhD research is part of the NIHR-funded Optimising Antibiotic Usage to Mitigate Antimicrobial Resistance project, with partners in Malawi, Zambia, and Uganda (Opt-AMR). The interview explores the complexities of AMR, discussing its drivers, impact, and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to tackling this global health challenge.
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Environmental health and equity: A conversation with Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe
Send us a textIn this episode of LSTM in Conversation, Dr. Martha J. Chinouya, Director of Global Health Studies and Reader at LSTM, engages in a conversation with Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary for Health Services & Environment in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Together, they explore the intersection of public health, environmental stewardship, and global health leadership.Dr. Fasawe shares her journey from LSTM alumnus to a high-impact leader in public health and environmental policy in Nigeria. This episode delves into her work addressing health inequalities, her strategies for strengthening health systems, and the role of women in shaping global health narratives. The discussion highlights the importance of partnerships, innovation, and resilience in addressing pressing health challenges, with insights on how LSTM has influenced their careers and visions for a healthier world.
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Tiny healers: the science and promise of maggot therapy.
Send us a textJoin Professor Hilary Ranson, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Research, Culture, and Integrity at Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, as she engages in a conversation with Professor Yamni Nigam, a Biomedical Sciences expert at Swansea University and an LSTM alumna. Yamni shares her pioneering work on maggot therapy, a revolutionary yet ancient treatment for chronic wounds, and its role in combating antimicrobial resistance. Discover the science behind maggot therapy, patient and clinical perceptions, and how public engagement can overcome barriers to its adoption. Yamni also reflects on her inspiring journey, from her time at LSTM to leading research today.
Join us as we engage with alumni, staff, and friends of LSTM, exploring the most pressing issues in global health, humanitarian work, and the future of healthcare worldwide. Each episode dives into personal stories, professional experiences, and aspirations for advancing global health. Tune in to hear first-hand insights from the LSTM community about their impact on the world and reflections on their time at LSTM.
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