In this episode of The Odd Fellows, we explore how our brains make sense of sound, as discussed by Dr. Liz McCullagh, Assistant Professor in OSU's Department of Integrative Biology. Dr. McCullagh explains her groundbreaking research on how our brains locate sounds in the environment and what this means for conditions like autism. Learn how this early-developing sensory system adapts throughout life, why understanding sound processing could lead to research breakthroughs and how students are getting involved in her lab.
We then churn things up with Darby Guinn and Kate Barclay from OSU's Butter Churning Club! These dairy enthusiasts put their knowledge to the test in our oddest segment yet - a rapid-fire round of bizarre butter facts and trivia. From ancient bog butter to butterfly etymology, we discover just how much these students know about the stranger side of their creamy craft.
Join us for a fascinating blend of cutting-edge neuroscience and unexpected dairy history in this month's delightfully peculiar conversation!