For episode 58 of 17 minutes of Science we are joined by Dr. Oliver Blacque, an Associate Professor in cell biology and genetics at the University College Dublin.

Dr. Blacque's research focuses primarily on cilia - understanding the molecular basis of their assembly, function, and links to human disease, specifically rare diseases. In his research, Dr. Blacque uses the C. elegans model and believes it is very well suited for his research.

Tune in to episode 58 to learn more about cilia, how thy relate to human disease, and why C. elegans are such an ideal model for this type of research.