Heat and the Helix, a pastiche of the hit series Hot Ones, invited University of Utah Health scientists to enjoy hot sauces, made by Fat Dog's Flavored Sriracha, and talk about their transformative work in genomic medicine. Each of the 10 interviews consisted of non-expert discussion regarding genomic medicine research and clinical work at the university. Discussion began after the guest and host enjoyed that episode's featured hot sauce. Topics ranged from pediatric genomic medicine, computational genomics, and the history of genomics itself, as well as specific areas of research such as undiagnosed disease, and less-discussed ones such as the genomic implications of familial predisposition to suicide. Heat and the Helix was made for 2021's University of Utah cross-campus annual U Giving Day: a 1850-minute social media-powered fundraising event to help raise awareness, affinity, and funds for university programing and initiatives. This was Genomic Medicine's first U Giving Day event.
From the Judges
Incredibly creative and fun, especially great use of faculty/staff members and topics.
The Penelope Program - Heat and the Helix - Spice Level 1
