ASEF Podcast
The American Slovenian Education Foundation (ASEF) podcast features conversations with professors and experts about their research, field best practices, and visions for development in Slovenia. It also explores collaboration among Slovenians worldwide and promotes Slovenian culture and language. The podcast is part of ASEF's mission to support talented individuals and higher education.
Episodes
#59 (SLO): Trajnost - uglašeni tercet: Ekonomska trajnost s prof. dr. Saro Dolničar
V zadnji epizodi kratke serije Trajnost – uglašeni tercet se posvetimo ekonomski trajnosti. Gostja je prof. dr. Sara Dolničar, profesorica turizma na Univerzi v Queenslandu v Avstraliji, ki povezuje znanje iz ekonomije in psihologije ter preučuje, kako ljudi spodbuditi k okolju prijaznejšemu prostovoljnemu vedenju.Pogovor se dotakne vprašanja, zakaj vprašalniki pri merjenju okoljskega vedenja pogo
#58 (SLO): Zdravstvene informacije takoj, Blaž Triglav
🎙️ V zadnji epizodi podkasta ASEF Vertikale zdravstvo se Luka Petravić pogovarja z Blažem Triglavom, direktorjem in soustanoviteljem podjetja Mediately. Blaž je študiral poslovno ekonomijo s poudarkom na tehnološkem managementu na Ekonomski fakulteti v Ljubljani in tik po študiju s prijatelji soustanovil podjetje, ki danes z aplikacijo za informacije o zdravilih, orodji za klinično odločanje in me
#57 (EN): Mathematics, meaning and human knowledge with Simon DeDeo
In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with Simon DeDeo, Professor of Social and Decision Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University, External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute, and complexity scientist working at the intersection of physics, mathematics, cognition, and culture.Originally trained as a theoretical astrophysicist, DeDeo explores how humans create knowledge, meani
#56 (SLO): Trajnost – uglašeni tercet: Družbena trajnost s prof. dr. Matjažem Uršičem
V tokratni epizodi kratke serije Trajnost – uglašeni tercet se posvetimo družbeni trajnosti. Gost je prof. dr. Matjaž Uršič, profesor in znanstveni svetnik na Univerzi v Ljubljani, ki se ukvarja z raziskovanjem trajnostnega razvoja in družbeno-kulturne preobrazbe mest v kontekstu globalizacije in sodobnih urbanih fenomenov. Pogovor se dotakne vprašanj, zakaj je kakovost življenja najpomembnejši, a
#55 (SLO): Meet the fellows - Valter Hudovernik in Mark Žnidar
Valter Hudovernik in Mark Žnidar prihajata s področja računalništva, podatkovnih ved in strojnega učenja. Valter je magister podatkovnih ved na Fakulteti za računalništvo in informatiko Univerze v Ljubljani ter inženir strojnega učenja na KumoAI, Mark pa je diplomant računalništva in matematike na FRI UL ter magistrski študent računalništva na Univerzi v Oxfordu. Kot ASEF štipendista sta lansko po
#54 (EN): Assembly Theory and the Emergence of Complexity with Lee Cronin
In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with chemist Lee Cronin, Professor of Chemistry at the University of Glasgow, creator of the Chemputer, and one of the leading developers of Assembly Theory.Cronin explains how molecules may carry “memory” of the processes that built them, why complexity might be measurable through assembly processes, and how chemistry could eventually b
#53 (SLO): Od znanosti do podjetništva: bakteriofagi kot terapija prihodnosti - JAFRAL
V tej epizodi ASEF podcasta gostimo dr. Frenka Smrekarja, ustanovitelja in direktorja podjetja Jafral, ki se specializira za razvoj in proizvodnjo terapevtskih produktov na osnovi bakteriofagov. Dr. Smrekar deli svojo izkušnjo prehoda iz akademskega sveta v podjetništvo, izzive ustanovitve biotehnološkega start-upa v Sloveniji in pomen GMP proizvodnje. Razpravlja tudi o prihodnosti bakteriofagov k
#52 (SLO): Trajnost – uglašeni tercet: Okoljska trajnost s prof. dr. Damjano Drobne
Kako merimo stres v ekosistemih, razvijamo varnejše nanomateriale in povezujemo zdravje okolja z zdravjem ljudi?S tem nas v tokratni epizodi ASEF podkasta seznani prof. dr. Damjana Drobne, redna profesorica toksikologije na Univerzi v Ljubljani ter raziskovalka z več kot 30 leti izkušenj na področju varnosti materialov in nanotehnologij. Kot ustanoviteljica Skupine za nanobiologijo in nanotoksikol
#51 (SLO): Meet the fellow - Nikiša Plešec
Nikiša Plešec prihaja iz sveta teoretične fizike, študirala je na Fakulteti za matematiko in fiziko Univerze v Ljubljani. Kot ASEF štipendistka generacije 2025 je svojo raziskovalno pot obogatila z gostovanjem na University of Cincinnati pod mentorstvom prof. dr. Jureta Zupana, danes pa deluje kot mlada raziskovalka na Institutu Jožef Stefan.0:00 – Uvod v pot Nikiše Plešec v fiziki Pot od študija
#50 (SLO): Od RNA do terapij: Jernej Ule o nevroznanosti, inovacijah in umetnosti raziskovanja
V tej epizodi ASEF podcasta gostimo prof. dr. Jerneja Uleta, vodilnega strokovnjaka na področju molekularne in nevroznanosti, direktorja centra UKDRI na King's College London in vodjo raziskovalnih skupin na Kemijskem inštitutu in inštitutu Francis Crick. Profesor Ule deli svojo akademsko pot, motivacijo za raziskovanje možganov in nevrodegenerativnih bolezni ter podrobno predstavi razvoj met
#49 (SLO): Jakob Šušterič, MESI: Ko IoT sreča medicinsko napravo
Jakob Šušterič prihaja iz Sevnice, študiral je na Fakulteti za elektrotehniko Univerze v Ljubljani. Ideja za MESI se je rodila v tretjem letniku, ko so se s sošolci udeležili tekmovanja v načrtovanju analognih vezij. 0:35 – Podcast o podjetništvu in zdravstvu pot od FE UL in tekmovanja v analognih vezjih do so-ustanovitve podjetja leta 2010 v LUI.3:05 – Razvoj in inovacije v zdravstvu Živahen st
Episode #48 (SLO): Iz Slovenije v svet: ASEF zgodbe, ki ustvarjajo prihodnost
Posebna epizoda ASEF podkasta - v živo iz KrižankZ zadnjo epizodo 4. sezone ASEF podkasta zaključujemo pol leta navdihujočih pogovorov o znanosti, raziskovanju in povezovanju Slovencev po svetu. Tokrat je epizoda nekaj posebnega – posneli smo jo v živo na dogodku Arena Tehnologij v Križankah v Ljubljani!Pogovor je vodil Martin Jurkovič, gostje pa so bili štirje ASEF štipendisti: Zala Perko, Jaka G
Episode #47 (EN): Attention Schema Theory (Illusion of consciousness) with Michael Graziano
In this episode of the ASF Podcast, neuroscientist and Princeton professor Michael Graziano joins host Tanja Janko to unpack his Attention Schema Theory. Graziano explains why consciousness can be understood as a self-model, how our brains construct simplified versions of ourselves and others, and why this illusion is both useful and inevitable. He contrasts his theory with Global Workspace Theory
Episode #46 (EN): Is the Self an Illusion? Jay Garfield on Buddhist Philosophy
What does it mean to have a self, and what if it’s an illusion?In this episode of the ASF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with philosopher Jay Garfield, a professor specializing in Tibetan Buddhism, philosophy of mind, cognitive science, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of language, ethics, and hermeneutics.Garfield explains the Buddhist critique of dualism, parallels with Western thinkers l
Epizoda #45 (SLO): Teja Batagelj o priložnostih digitalizacije zdravstva
🎙️ V zadnji epizodi podkasta ASEF Vertikale zdravstvo se Luka Petravić pogovarja s Tejo Batagelj, v.d. direktorico Direktorata za digitalizacijo v zdravstvu na Ministrstvu za zdravje. Teja ima bogato karierno pot in več kot 20 let izkušenj na področju IT in digitalizacije. V pogovoru razpravljata o digitalizaciji slovenskega zdravstvenega sistema, izzivih in priložnostih, ki jih to prinaša, ter o
Episode #44 (EN): Animal Dreams with David Peña-Guzmán: World of Animal Consciousness
Do animals dream? And if they do, what does it reveal about their minds, and our moral responsibilities toward them?In this episode of the ASF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with philosopher and author David Peña-Guzmán, whose book When Animals Dream explores the emotional, cognitive, and ethical dimensions of animal dreaming.In this conversation, we unpack why dreaming is not just a human pheno
Epizoda #43 (SLO): Meet the fellows - Lana in Adrian o delu in življenju na Stanfordu
Dobrodošli v novi epizodi serije »Meet the Fellows« ASEF podkasta. Voditelj Martin Jurkovič gosti Lano Nastjo Anžur in Adriana Mladenića Grobelnika, ki sta poletje preživela na Univerzi Stanford.Lana je doktorska študentka Varstva okolja in raziskovalka kulturne dediščine (UL), Adrian pa mlajši raziskovalec UI na Inštitutu Jožef Stefan in študent računalništva in matematike na UL. Lana se je ukvar
Epizoda #42 (SLO): Lokalni Podjetniški Inkubatorji v Sloveniji
V tej epizodi ASEF Podcasta se podajamo v svet podjetniških inkubatorjev in podpornega okolja za startupe. V gosteh sta bili Nives Justin, vodja podjetniškega inkubatorja Kovačnica v Kranju, in Sonja Majcen, ki vodi Inkubator Savinjske regije v Celju. Obe že vrsto let pomagata mladim podjetnikom pri prvih korakih, iskanju financiranja, razvoju idej in mreženju z gospodarstvom.Prisluhnite razpravi
Epizoda #41 (SLO): Podatki v zdravstvu 101 z Janezom Žibertom
🎙️ V epizodi se profesor Janez Žibert pogovarja o svoji poti od matematike do zdravstva. Razpravlja o pomembnosti zdravstvenih podatkov, umetni inteligenci in statistike ter analizira izzive in priložnosti v slovenskem zdravstvu. Pogovor vodi Luka Petravić.Kaj vas čaka v epizodi? 😎1. Janezova poklicna potJanez deli svojo pot od matematike do zdravstva. Diplomiral je iz matematike, skozi umetno int
Episode #40 (EN): Free Energy Principle with Karl Friston: Mathematical Modeling of Consciousness
In this episode, Karl Friston unpacks the Free Energy Principle (https://www.nature.com/articles/nrn2787), a unifying theory explaining how the brain minimizes surprise by constantly predicting and updating its model of the world. We explore how this principle sheds light on perception, consciousness, and even psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia. Karl also shares how his journey took him fro
Epizoda #39 (SLO): Od podatka na disku do klinične slike pacienta — Tadej Maligoj o oblikovanju v zdravstvu
🎙️ V novi epizodi podcasta gostimo Tadeja Maligoja, arhitekta uporabniških izkušenj, s katerim se pogovarjamo o oblikovanju informacijskih sistemov v zdravstvu. Pogovor je vodil Luka Petravić.Kaj vas čaka v epizodi?😎1. Pomen širokega znanjaTadej izpostavi, kako je širiko znanje ključno za uspešno oblikovanje uporabniških izkušenj. Razumevanje različnih disciplin odpira vrata k inovativnim rešitvam
Episode #38 (EN): Panpsychism with Philip Goff: Is Consciousness a Fundamental Feature of the Universe?
In this episode, we delve into the intriguing concept of panpsychism with Philip Goff, the philosophical idea that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous aspect of reality. We explore its historical roots, examine contemporary debates, and consider its implications for our understanding of the mind and the universe. The host of the science vertical on the ASEF Podcast: Tanja JankoTimestamps
Epizoda #37 (SLO): Marko Grobelnik o umetni inteligenci med regulacijo, geopolitiko in prihodnostjo dela
V tokratni epizodi ASEF Podcasta se podajamo v svet umetne inteligence, skupaj z enim vodilnih slovenskih strokovnjakov na tem področju, Markom Grobelnikom. Ponaša se z več kot štiridesetletnimi izkušnjami kot raziskovalec na Inštitutu Jožef Stefan, je soustanovitelj IRCAI in svetovalec številnim mednarodnim organizacijam kot so OECD, Evropska Komisija, Svet Evrope in NATO.Prisluhnite razpravi o:G
Episode #36 (EN): Meet the Fellows - Sophia and Maja’s Visit to Slovenia
Welcome to the very first episode of Meet the Fellows, a new vertical of the ASEF Podcast. This series dives into the stories of ASEF Fellows—students who have experienced the ASEF Fellowship firsthand—and explores what the program means to them, both professionally and personally.In this episode, we sit down with Sophia Jarc and Maja Košir, two 2024 ASEF Fellows from Cleveland, Ohio, who spent th
Episode #35: Tech for Nature with Tom Vodopivec from Bird Buddy/Wonder
In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, we explore the journey of Bird Buddy/Wonder, a Slovenian startup that has successfully blended AI, computer vision, and hardware to create a smart bird feeder loved by over half a million people worldwide. Joining us is Tom Vodopivec, COO at Bird Buddy/Wonder, who brings deep expertise in AI, startups, and venture capital.We dive into:The Bird Buddy journey, fr
Episode #34: Understanding Deformable Objects in Computer Graphics - Jernej Barbic
We explored Jernej Barbič’s journey from mathematics to computer science, highlighting key moments in his academic career. We discussed the simulation of deformable objects, their application, and their challenges. The discussion touched on the metaverse’s potential to transform human interaction, advancements in medical technology through digital replicas, and ethical considerations around AI. Je
Episode #33: Technology Transfer
In this special live episode of the ASEF Podcast, recorded at Dragon Days in Celje, we hosted Michael Stucky - a partner at Serpentine Ventures, visiting from Zurich, Switzerland, and Jure Vindišar - Head of Technology Transfer at the National Institute of Biology in Slovenia.We delved into the concept of technology transfer, which is all about creating real-world impact from cutting-edge research
Episode #32: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Aljaž Bezjak
In this episode, we host Aljaž Bezjak, an accomplished Slovenian digital artist currently working as a digital nomad while based in London. Aljaž studied photography at the Faculty for Applied Sciences in Ljubljana, graduating in 2018 with a project on the digital colorization of black and white photography, inspired by Stojan Kerbler.Before moving to England in 2016, Aljaž worked as a VFX artist
Episode #31: Computational biology - Peter Cimermancic
In this episode, we dive into computational biology, discussing protein structure prediction and the challenges of mapping the sequence-function relationships of proteins. We also touch on cryptic sites in proteins. Our guest, Peter Cimermančič, talks about his startup TesorAI, and we end with a discussion on reverse aging and our control over our biological destiny. Peter Cimermančič is a co-fou
Episode #30: Computer vision - Zan Gojcic and Aljosa Osep
In this episode, we discuss computer vision, distinguishing it from computer graphics, and delve into the challenges of 3D computer vision. We also examine the current state of autonomous driving research and discuss deepfakes.We host two experts in the field:Žan Gojčič a senior research scientist at Nvidia, with a research focus is on 3D deep learning, weakly supervised learning, and domain adapt
Episode #29: Venture Capital in Slovenia
In this episode, we dive into another part of the technology transfer and entrepreneurship ecosystem - venture capital (VC) and business angels. We discuss the different VC funds in Slovenia, how startups should approach funding, opportunities and challenges in the local area, as well as success stories in the region, and perspectives abroad. We host three experts from the Slovenian venture capita
Episode #28: Tech & Business - University Spin-Outs
In this episode we talk about University Spin-Outs. How is it different from a “classic” start-up? What is the process of founding a univesity spin-out in Slovenia?We look at the journey of two such companies: prof. Tomaž Skrbinšek presents DIVJALabs, where they work on molecular genetics and bioinformatics for biodiversity conservation and research, while Blaž Zoubek, PhD, tells us about SPEKTRAL
Episode #27: Insights from the top: dr. Jure Knez - Co-Founder of Dewesoft
In this episode, we host Dr. Jure Knez, Founder of Dewesoft, a world-leading hi-tech company for test and measurement solutions, and vice-president of the Slovenian Business Club. We talked with Dr. Knez to gain insights about the company's origins, the role of artificial intelligence in test and measurement tools, his views on entrepreneurship, his role and vision regarding the Katapult sta
Episode #26: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Katarina Van Der Linden
In this episode, we host Katarina Van Der Linden, an accomplished Slovenian musician currently residing and working in Australia. Katarina pursued her music education at the Academy of Music in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Before immigrating to Australia in 2015, she taught in various primary, high, and music schools in Slovenia. Her music education started in Dravograd and continued in Žalec, Velenje, an
Episode #25: Tech Talks: From Lab Coats to Briefcases - Healthcare
In this episode, we host three guests related to healthcare in Slovenia:Dr. Alenka Kolar, Director of the General Directorate for Digitalisation in Healthcare, SloveniaGašper Čehovin, Managing Director and Partner of Parsek, a company developing a multi-purpose platform for supporting integrated care aiming to reduce administrative burden in the healthcare sector significantlyFederico Potočnik, dr
Episode #24: Climate change - Janez Potocnik
In Episode 24, we talk with Dr. Janez Potočnik, Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel, Partner at SYSTEMIQ, and advisor to thought-leading institutions such as the European Forest Institute. Listen as we discuss about climate change.Dr. Janez Potočnik's academic journey began with honors from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Ljubljana. He pursued further studies at the sam
Episode #23: Tech & Business - Youth Entrepreneurship
In this episode, we host three guests related to the entrepreneurial landscape in Slovenia:Charlotte Taft, Education Coordinator at the US Embassy in LjubljanaDanijela Pavlica, Head of Educational Content at POPRI, from Primorska Technology ParkJakob Gajšek, director of LUI, Ljubljana University IncubatorWe talk about youth entrepreneurship in Slovenia and the world. What is the state of youth ent
Episode #22: Insights from the top: Boštjan Gorjup - Managing Director at BSH Adriatic East
In this episode, we host Mr. Boštjan Gorjup, ex-president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia and Managing Director at BSH Adriatic East, the largest manufacturer of small home appliances in Europe, one of the largest companies in Slovenia and also one of the most important companies in BSH. We talked with Mr. Gorjup to gain insights about the company's growth, the role of art
Episode #21: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Teja Tegelj
In this episode, we host Teja Tegelj, an accomplished Slovenian artist. Teja Tegelj earned her bachelor's degree at the Faculty of Education, Program Art Pedagogy at the University of Ljubljana. She later pursued a Master of Science in Art Pedagogy. During her studies, she took part in a student exchange in Germany. She also researched aboriginal art in Australia, which greatly influenced her
Episode #20: Sociology - Tamara Trost and Manja Klemencic
In Episode 20, we talk with Dr. Tamara Trošt, Associate Professor at the School of Economics and Business at the University of Ljubljana, and Dr. Manja Klemenčič, Associate Senior Lecturer on Sociology offering higher education courses at the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University and in General Education at Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Listen as they discuss th
Episode #19: Insights from the top: Tone Stanovnik - Founder and CEO of Špica International
In this episode, we host Mr. Tone Stanovnik, Founder and CEO of Špica International, a regional leader in Time Management and Access Control focusing on Workforce Management, Supply Chain Management, Sales Force Automation, and Asset Management. We talk with Mr. Stanovnik about the start of his entrepreneurial career and its development. He shares his insights into his company's growth, his v
Episode #18: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Polona Kunaver Ličen
In this episode, we host Polona Kunaver Ličen (Lona Verlich), a Slovenian painter, illustrator, graphic designer, exhibition creator, and musician. Polona Kunaver Ličen earned her bachelor's and master's degree at the Academy of Fine Arts, Ljubljana. During her master's degree, she spent a year in Helsinki, Finland, studying illustration and graphics. In 2006, she won the first priz
Episode #17: Chemistry - Vita Godec and David Sarlah
In Episode 17, we talk with Dr. Vita Godec, Managing Director at Lenis farmacevtika d.o.o. and ASEF professor Dr. David Sarlah, Associate Professor at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Listen as they discuss the field of chemistry.Dr. Vita Godec is an ASEF Mentor who received her BSc in Biochemistry and her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry fr
Episode #16: Insights from the top: Marko Bitenc - Founder and CEO of GenePlanet
In this episode, we host Mr. Marko Bitenc, Founder and CEO of GenePlanet, one of the most prominent and innovative personal genetics companies, and Co-Founder of Universal Diagnostics, which is developing primary prevention methods for cancer through the use of blood tests. We talk with Mr. Bitenc about the start of his entrepreneurial career and its incredible development. He shares with us his i
Episode #15: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Matej Metlikovič.
In this episode, we host Slovenian academic painter Matej Metlikovič. Matej Metlikovič earned his bachelor's degree in 1978 at the Academy of Fine Arts, Ljubljana, under professors Štefan Planinc and Milan Butina, and completed his master’s degree under Kiar Meško and Janez Bernik in 1981. Since he completed his studies, Matej has continually worked, exhibited, and participated in national an
Episode #14: Mathematics - Andrej Bauer, Sara Kalisnik and Bojan Mohar
Why is it important to research mathematics? Do we discover maths, or do we invent it? What is the research purpose in the fields of topology and graphs? In which fields of mathematics does Slovenia have strong research groups? How does the research environment in Slovenia differ from other countries?In Episode 14, we talk with ASEF professors Bojan Mohar, Sara Kališnik, and Andrej Bauer. Listen a
Episode #13: Insights from the top: Ajša Vodnik - VP AmChams Europe.
In this episode, we host Ms. Ajša Vodnik, Msc., CEO of AmCham Slovenia and Vice President of AmChams in Europe. In this episode, we talk about her early career, her current role as CEO of AmCham Slovenia and Vice President of AmChams in Europe, lessons learned, and her vision for Slovenia. Among other things, we asked her how business ties can be strengthened between USA and Slovenia, what collab
Episode #12: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Leon Zakrajšek.
In this episode, we host Slovenian painter, lithographer, and graphic artist Leon Zakrajšek. Leon Zakrajšek graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in 1986. He specialized at the Centre Internacional de Recerca Gràfica, near Barcelona, and later as a Japanese government scholarship holder at Tama Art University in Tokyo. Between 1997 and 1998, he studied at the private printmaking studios of Hanga
Episode #11: Robotics and Human-Machine interaction - Miloš Žefran, Vesna Novak, Mitja Trkov
Is the Metaverse a potential stepping stone for robotics and human-machine interaction? Does gamification enhance rehabilitation outcomes? Will we be able to build a comprehensive human-person digital twin for health purposes? How will Digital Twins and robotics change the manufacturing industry? What are the opportunities for Slovenia in this field? What is needed to build an ecosystem among indu
Episode #10: Insights from the top: Dr. Nana Šumrada Slavnič - General Counsel at Outfit7 Group.
In this episode, we host Ms. Nana Šumrada Slavnič, Ph.D., Vice President of Legal Affairs at Outfit7 - the only Slovenian unicorn so far. Šumrada Slavnič, Ph.D., holds an LL.M. degree from Harvard Law School and a Ph.D. from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. She has also worked at the European Court of Justice and PricewaterhouseCoopers. In this episode, we talk about leadership and expertise, the i
Episode #9: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Žiga Okorn.
In this episode, we host Slovenian painter and designer Žiga Okorn. Žiga Okorn graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts Ljubljana with an exhibition in the Tivoli Park’s old Boat House in 1991 with prof. Gustav Gnamuš and prof. Tomaž Brejc. He co-authored the renovation of the former military prison, now known as the Celica Youth Hostel, where he also designed and painted one of the cells. For its
Episode #8: RNA research and its applications: a look towards the future - Boštjan Kobe and Jernej Murn
Which one existed first: DNA or RNA? mRNA vaccines: how do they work? Can such vaccines be used to fight cancer? RNA research in USA and Australia. How can research be improved in Slovenia?In Episode 8, we talk with ASEF professors Jernej Murn and Boštjan Kobe. Listen as they discuss RNA research.Boštjan Kobe is a Professor of Structural Biology at the University of Queensland. Prior to joining th
Episode #7: Insights from the top: Andraž Tori - Zemanta co-founder.
In this episode, we host Andraž Tori, co-founder of Zemanta, which Outbrain acquired in 2017, and where he is now Head of Recommendations and Data Science. He is also co-founder of Silicon Gardens Fund, a private venture capital fund. In this episode, we talk about Outbrains' IPO and its relevance for Slovenia, get to know more about online advertising and the opportunities behind Web 3.0, wh
Episode #6: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Polona Tratnik.
In this episode, we host Slovenian artist and researcher Dr. Polona Tratnik, who holds a bachelor’s degree in painting, a master’s degree in sculpture, and her Ph.D. is in philosophy and theory of visual culture. Polona Tratnik is Dean of New University, Faculty for Slovene and International Studies, where she is a full professor for philosophy and art; she is a research councilor at Institute IRR
Episode #5: Cancer Research and The Future of Healthcare - Tit Albreht, Mateja Jamik and Robert Jeraj
How do cancer policies differ across the EU and Slovenia? Prevention and early detection. What are the major differences regarding infrastructure for clinical research and trials between US and Slovenia? How will changes in diagnostics and therapeutics likely change policies across countries? How do concerns over privacy affect medical research, and how do approaches on this matter differ between
Episode #4: Insights from the top: Mark Pleško - Cosylab co-founder and CEO.
In this episode, we host dr. Mark Pleško, Founder and CEO of Cosylab, to get to know his career path and company. Mark Pleško is a Slovenian scientist and entrepreneur. He founded Cosylab, the world's leading provider of control systems for particle accelerators, fusion reactors, and cancer therapy systems. He has been a member of the management boards of multiple organizations, companies, an
Episode #3: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Eva Pavli.
In this episode we host Eva Pavli, to get to know her artistic career path and views on Slovenian art. Eva Pavli is an academic painter and singer. Since 2014, she has been participating as an additional choir member at the SNG Opera and Ballet Ljubljana. She regularly performs in Slovenia and has toured abroad. Eva is a member and co-author of the group Tosca Beat, although she also creates her o
Episode #2: The Future of Artificial Intelligence - Marinka Zitnik and Ivan Bratko
Big data, small data - do they condition AI research and development? How can AI help less developed countries? Can we get into another "AI winter" in the future?In Episode 2, we talk with ASEF professors Ivan Bratko, and Marinka Žitnik. Listen as they discuss the field of artificial intelligence: its origins in Slovenia, current issues regarding access to data, privacy, and whether AI c
Episode #1: In a galaxy far, far away… - Andrej Prsa, Marusa Bradac and Uros Seljak
If there are universal laws for physics and chemistry, shouldn't there be universal laws of biology? Why are moons a reasonable place to look for extraterrestrial life? Why should we put telescopes on the dark side of the Moon?In Episode 1, we talk with three bright stars of astrophysics, ASEF professors Maruša Bradač, Andrej Prša, and Uroš Seljak. Listen as they discuss the dark matter, the
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