Hot Takes Episode 3: Dr. Jonathan Velotta tackles high-altitude research and spicy wings

Episode 3 overview

In this fiery episode of Hot Takes, we put Dr. Jonathan Velotta to the test. As an evolutionary biologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Denver, Dr. Velotta delves into the intricacies of high-altitude research-all while braving the heat of increasingly spicy wings. Will his expertise withstand the challenge, or will the spice take him down? Watch the full video to find out how he tackles groundbreaking research questions and the heat of the wings!

Why watch?

Hot Takes isn't just about asking tough questions; it's about turning up the heat to make expert insights even more engaging. In this episode, Dr. Velotta shares fascinating discoveries about the resilience of animals in extreme environments and how this research could shape the future of human health:

• High-altitude resilience: Learn how animals living above 14,000 feet survive extreme cold and low oxygen levels.
• Human health implications: Discover the connections between Dr. Velotta's research and potential treatments for chronic mountain sickness and other high-altitude diseases.
• Temperature control in the lab: Get an insider's perspective on the challenges of maintaining precise lab conditions for critical research.

Watch the full episode

Don't miss this captivating installment of Hot Takes! Click the video below to watch as Dr. Jonathan Velotta takes on our spicy challenge and shares invaluable insights into evolutionary biology, high-altitude research, and the importance of temperature control.

Think you have what it takes to handle the heat?

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