In this episode, I'm interviewing Dr. Indrakshi Ray about her research into data security at Colorado State University. Her insight into the importance of protecting online information highlights the need for robust systems to prevent attackers from accessing sensitive information. Our conversation touches on the vulnerability of online applications, as well as the expansion … [Read more...] about Episode 06: Data Security and the Expanding Internet
State of Research

The State of Research Podcast is brought to you by the Vice President of Research and Colorado State University. This podcast aims to bring to light the world-renowned research done right here at CSU. By interviewing researchers, we can demonstrate how discovering answers to complex questions is a journey filled with unique stories. Your host, Mason Force hopes to inspire with these stories of innovation which propel us into the future.
Episode 05: Microbiomes, Decomposition and Forensic Investigation
Dr. Jessica Metcalf, assistant professor in the department of Animal Science at CSU, joins us to talk about her research into the gut microbiome, decomposition and forensic investigation. Her work has applications from investigating archaeological finds to providing crucial evidence in the justice system. … [Read more...] about Episode 05: Microbiomes, Decomposition and Forensic Investigation
Episode 04: Developing a Research Safety Culture
In this episode, I interview Dr. Anthony Appleton, the Research Safety Culture Coordinator in the Office of the Vice President for Research at Colorado State University. Throughout our conversation, Anthony talks about the rationale behind his new position, as well as his personal inspiration. We cover the strategies and challenges involved in developing a strong safety … [Read more...] about Episode 04: Developing a Research Safety Culture
Episode 03: Crop Protection and Sustainability
In this episode, I interview Dr. Jan Leach about her research into maintaining and protecting our global food supply. We discuss the challenges posed by an increasingly warm climate and rapidly growing population to the future of agricultural production. Dr. Leach's research aims to develop robust, disease resistant crops that will sustain the global population far into the … [Read more...] about Episode 03: Crop Protection and Sustainability
Episode 02: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision
In this episode, I interview Dr. Ross Beveridge about his exciting research into machine vision. We discuss the past, present and future of artificial intelligence and the rapidly changing nature of computer science in general. … [Read more...] about Episode 02: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision