BioLab Collective with Jack Wang

In this excerpt from Episode #029 of the podcast, I explore the causes of antibiotic resistance and how Superbugs are wreaking havoc in the healthcare systems. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

In the face of constant setbacks, how can scientists remain nimble and adapt to the changing landscape in innovation? In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss 3 ways to make adaptability your super-power as a scientist BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode...

Fleming’s discovery of Penicillin wasn’t enough. He couldn’t purify it in anywhere near the quantities needed to treat millions of wounded soldiers during World War 2. In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss Science Communication Secret needed to take Fleming’s penicillin discovery to the next level. It took a collaboration between Fleming, Florey, and Chain, spanning across 16 years and multip...

Theranos is just known for fraud, right? In this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into the strange parallels between the exacting nature of forensic DNA analysis and the tale of Theranos, did manage to get one thing right... BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public epi...

How has cancer diagnosis become more sophisticated over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17 , we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer diagnosis has advanced. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would l...

How has our understanding of the risk factors for cancer changed over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how the scientific understanding around the emergence of cancer cells has advanced. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a fre...

From nitrogen mustard gas to vaccines and immunotherapies - cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. Will we ever find a "cure" for cancer? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer treatment has advanced. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and suppo...

How do you know if you're at risk of Alzheimer's disease? Can you find out? In this excerpt from Episode 15, we deep dive into novel Alzheimer's therapies to discuss their effectiveness, safety, and how to find out if you're at risk. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a p...

Can 23andMe be trusted with your DNA? In this excerpt from Episode 13, we dive into 23andMe's secret plan, which is at least 10 years in the making. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...

What is the smallest amount of DNA still usable as evidence in a Murder Trial? That's the debate at the center of the recent inquiries into Forensic Science Testing and in this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into what counts as a "lab bungle" when working with tiny microscopic amounts of Forensic Evidence. Is working with trace amounts of DNA prone to misinterpretation and miscarriage of justice...

The "Open to Work" tag on LinkedIn is one of the biggest red flags for recruiters. What should you do instead? In this excerpt from episode #027 I discuss a long-term strategy for showcasing your value - to your employer as well as outside of your immediate networks. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a fr...

I’ve been closely following all of the Science Headlines in the news on a daily basis for the past 18 months. My observation of where all this is going is… not great. Every article is a random scatter of topics with no clear long-term messaging behind it. Is this reflective of audience appetite and the general fatigue around science reporting, or a flawed strategy in science communication? In Epis...

In this episodes of LabBytes, I contemplate every scientist’s greatest fear: being called out as an impostor. It could be by your supervisor, the most esteemed researcher in your field, or simply by an anonymous troll. Even though the academic weight of these opinions is nowhere near the same, the impact it has on our psyche is the same. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publi...

What is the secret to Big Pharma's approach to innovation? In this LabBytes episode I explore hostile takeovers in the biosciences, and the parallels between Big Pharma and Big Tech. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wi...

What can we learn from the 2023 Nobel Prize Laureates? Other than the impact of their discoveries, what do these brilliant minds have in common? In this week’s LabBytes podcast episode we explore the careers and lives of Nobel Prize winners in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology to draw inspiration for our day-to-day work. Did you catch this week’s episode on using the HALO framework to apply for jobs...

Are there any jobs in Biomedical Science? Of course there are, let's talk about how to apply for them from beginner to advanced using the HALO framework: Headlines: the 3 most impressive things about you that an employer should know Activities: the range of duties and responsibilities you’ve taken on over the past few years, focusing mostly on your most current role Lessons Learnt: imposing a narr...

As part of 2024’s ongoing focus on Jobs in Science, last week we talked about how a career in Biomedical Science - specifically the Bioinformatics branch of the field - can easily pivot towards Data Science. Much of this discussion has focused on how to make you look good on paper, but what happens when you make the shortlist for the job opening? Selection panels are still the gatekeepers for the...

How do you get access to the world's most complex datasets as a training ground for your long career in Data Science? Biomedical Science and Bioinformatics may be the answer. Chapters: * (0:00) Introduction * (1:42) Data Science jobs are not for beginners * (6:33) Bioinformatics and Data Science * (7:54) Job 1 (Entry-level) * (13:12) Job 2 (advanced) Show notes: * Data Science jobs * Entry level b...

I have just launched a new series for the new year, “Job Hunters” , walking through live job listings in Science and Tech (as well as the strategy to apply for them). The contrast between entry-level versus senior roles often comes down to soft transferable skills not immediately obvious on paper. In this week’s LabBytes episode, I revisit the most important Soft Skill in Science, and debate why s...

Is Biomedical Science worth studying? Do generalists still have the upper hand over specialists in the job market or has the economy turned the tide? In this episode of the podcast I walk through 3 live job listings in biomedical science. While they are all lab-based, they are not at the mercy of the publish or perish paradigm in academia. Today let's talk lab jobs in biomedical science, from begi...

I have now been a YouTuber for 2 years, balancing it alongside my full-time jobs as a scientist and academic. Is YouTube worth the time and effort? I still haven't made a cent off the platform (yet), but I manage my time using these 5 Atomic Habits. Hopefully you can find value in these habits for your own context, and take your productivity to the next level in 2024. BioLab Collective with Jack W...

Not one, but two new Alzheimer’s drugs were announced this year, but that is just the tip of the iceberg for Science news headlines! There's no quicker way to look like a fool than to make predictions about the future of science and tech, but here goes nothing. In the final episode of the podcast this year, listen (or watch) me react to my past predictions about the biggest science headlines of 20...

Is it just fatigue, or do you have Burnout? In episode 30 of the (newly rebranded) Biolab Collective with Jack Wang podcast, we dive into why burnout in science and technology is inevitable, my own plans to beat burnout, and how I plan on evolving this podcast in 2024. Chapters: * (0:00) Introduction * (1:29) Science job satisfaction is at an all-time low * (5:11) How do you know if you have Burno...

LabBytes is a new shorter format I’m trying out? #001 is an update on why “Crossover Connections” had to end. I started this podcast in January 2023, and next week will mark 30 episodes around the Business of Science. I love doing the podcast but it has taken up a lot of my down time. Outside of family time and carer duties, my supposed “down-time” consists of: * YouTube Channel (upload 3-4 videos...

Is the Nuclear Winter predicted by movies and games still in the realm of Science Fiction? What technologies (if any) may help us survive the fallout? In Episode #029 of the podcast, I explore whether Superbugs can survive in radioactive wastelands, their roles in wreaking havoc in the healthcare systems, and how AI can help speedup the pace of antibiotic discovery. Chapters * (0:00) Introduction...