BioTalk Unzipped

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Jonathon Hill discusses the unique partnership between his lab and the university, which allows students to become entrepreneurs, develop their own projects, and become the CEO. Dr. Hill discusses the potential for AI to better diagnose disease based on the individual’s genome. He also talks about Lumicell's fluorescent system for highlighting residual breast...

Summary In this conversation, Gregory Austin and Chad Briscoe interview Chuck Piccirillo, CEO of Zealic Health, about his experience in the healthcare industry and the focus on patient-centric solutions. Chuck shares his personal journey with colitis and how it ultimately inspired him to start Zealic Health. The company aims to provide highly patient-centric digital platforms to improve care and t...

Summary Dr. Andy Vick shares some of the things that surprised him throughout his career and he discusses his passion for reptiles and his experience discussing the pharmaceutical potential of venom with future toxicologists at Ashland University. Next, Andrew Vick discusses his role as an adjunct professor at Ohio State University, his involvement in academia, and how he got into it. We discuss a...

Summary Dr. Andy Vick discusses his work at Attralus Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on developing treatments for systemic amyloidosis. He explains the etiology of the disease and how Attralus is attacking it using therapeutic antibodies with a pan amyloid reactive peptide sequence. The company is also developing a diagnostic tool to visualize amyloid burden in patients. Dr. Vick emphasize...

A Diagnostic Breakthrough for Alzheimer’s Summary In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan Hill discusses his work in nanopore sequencing-based technology and its applications in genetic and epigenetic research. He shares his experiences working in Brazil and his passion for preserving the rainforest. The conversation also explores the use of AI in analyzing the genetic underpinnings of tobacco addictio...

The AI Prescription: Revolutionizing Pharma & Patient Care with Jason Burke Summary In Episode 13, Jason Burke discusses the unique approach of the Duke program in providing real-world healthcare data to students. He also highlights the breakthrough in AI-generated drug discovery and its potential impact on investors and startups. The process of assessing technologies for companies and patient...

Summary In this episode of BioTalk Unzipped, the hosts discuss the applications and ethical concerns surrounding organoids, which are 3D cell clusters that mimic the features of full-sized organs. They explore the potential of brain organoids in brain-computer interfaces and neuroplasticity. The conversation then shifts to the impact of AI and data sciences in healthcare, with a focus on the chall...

Summary In this episode, Scott Schliebner discusses the unique challenges and complexities of rare disease trials. He highlights the difficulties in recruiting patients, the multidisciplinary nature of care, and the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders. The role of AI in rare disease trials is also explored, with a focus on its potential for patient recruitment and data analysis....

Impact of AI in Rare Disease Trials with Scott Schliebner Summary In this episode, the hosts welcome Scott Schliebner as their guest and kick off with a charitable act, donating to Rare Givers. They delve into the Epitomee weight loss capsule's potential impact, then shift to discussing the challenges of establishing a North American infrastructure for a MedTech CRO, navigating cross-cultural...

Description: In Episode 8 of BioTalk Unzipped, we dive deep into the scientific mind of Dr. Russell Grant, exploring how he navigates groundbreaking publications with a healthy dose of skepticism. From microsampling blood spots to dissecting experimental execution gaps, Dr. Grant reveals his strategies for separating scientific sizzle from substance. In our latest segment of "New News,"...

Join us for Episode 7 of our podcast as we delve into the fascinating journey of Dr. Russell Grant, from the UK to America, navigating through large pharma to the field of diagnostics. Discover the nuances between bioanalytical approaches in clinical trials versus clinical healthcare, and Russ's insights on GLP environments. Learn how Russ tackled the challenges of COVID, and hear the incredib...

Welcome to Episode 6 of our podcast featuring Dr. Stephanie Pasas Farmer! 🎙️ Join us as we delve into the intricate world of data integrity, unveiling new software tools and the transformative impact they bring. Discover how virtual audits post-COVID, coupled with cloud security measures, are reshaping the landscape. 🔍 Explore the regulatory challenges amidst the technology and the AI explosion,...

🎙️ Episode 5 of BioTalk Unzipped is here! Join hosts Gregory Austin and Dr. Chad Briscoe as they chat with Dr. Stephanie Pasas Farmer , founder of Ariadne Software and BioData Solutions . Explore the origins of Stephanie's companies, and the creation of RedThread, an AI-Enabled Auditing Tool that blends human intelligence with AI. 🧠 Dive into the practical side of Stephanie's software and...

In Episode 4 , (Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Russ Weiner - a top scientific leader at Takeda), we boldly explore the Cell and Gene Therapy Industry, questioning its trajectory and potential impact on insurance companies. Shifting focus, we delve into a groundbreaking Sickle Cell Therapy breakthrough, discussing its triumphs, challenges, and the crucial aspect of affordability. Despite the h...

In Episode 3 of BioTalk Unzipped, hosts Gregory Austin and Dr. Chad Briscoe dive deep into the world of biotech with an exclusive interview featuring the esteemed Dr. Russ Weiner. As a senior-level biopharmaceutical professional with over 30 years of hands-on experience, Dr. Weiner shares invaluable insights into pharmaceutical and biologic drug discovery/development, clinical trial conduct, and p...

Welcome to another engaging episode of " BioTalk Unzipped " – the podcast where we unravel the fascinating world of biotechnology and drug discovery and unzip the stories behind medical progress. In Episode 2, we delve into the heart of the matter, exploring the new and painful challenges faced in the realm of drug discovery and development, as well as examining the public's percepti...

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Welcome to the premiere of BioTalk Unzipped, the podcast where the complex world of biotechnology gets unzipped by your hosts, Gregory Austin and Dr. Chad Briscoe. In this inaugural episode, we invite you to pull up a virtual chair and join us in an enlightening conversation that transcends the boundaries of traditional scientific discussions. What's on the Table? Discover the pulse of the bio...