BioTech Nation ... with Dr. Moira Gunn
Entrepreneurship
Welcome to BIOTECH NATION !!! With understandable interviews requiring no background in science, BTN attracts a wide global audience. From everyday people looking for hope in treatments in development, to bioentrepreneurs interested in the experience of their fellow travelers, to venture capitalists looking for possibilities in cutting-edge breakthroughs, to scientists simply interested in the work of others, BioTech Nation is the voice of human endeavor, driving science to new realities for everyone. These interviews are drawn directly from the public radio program, "Tech Nation", which also can be heard in numerous global radio and podcasting venues.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Entrepreneurship
Description:
Welcome to BIOTECH NATION !!! With understandable interviews requiring no background in science, BTN attracts a wide global audience. From everyday people looking for hope in treatments in development, to bioentrepreneurs interested in the experience of their fellow travelers, to venture capitalists looking for possibilities in cutting-edge breakthroughs, to scientists simply interested in the work of others, BioTech Nation is the voice of human endeavor, driving science to new realities for everyone. These interviews are drawn directly from the public radio program, "Tech Nation", which also can be heard in numerous global radio and podcasting venues.
Language:
English
Website:
http://biotechnation.com
Episodes
How Can Sound Deliver Drugs??? Dr. Neal Kassell, Founder & Chair of Focused Ultrasound Foundation
5/1/2024
This week on Biotech Nation, I speak with Dr. Neal Kassell about focused ultrasound technology. We discuss its noninvasive approach, its diverse applications in treating various medical conditions, and its potential to revolutionize treatments for diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and cancer. Dr. Kassell also shares insights into ongoing clinical trials and the rapid growth of focused ultrasound as a global standard of care.
Duration:00:16:48
70% of Breast Cancers and a Link to Prostate Cancer... Dr. Sean Bohen, President & CEO, Olema Oncology
4/24/2024
This week on BioTech Nation, we explore new efforts in treating cancer with Dr. Sean Bohen, President and CEO of Olema Oncology. We discuss progress in treating breast cancer, particularly ER+/HER2- breast cancer, which accounts for 70% of diagnoses this year. They examine the biology behind these cancers and how Olema's lead compound, palazestrant, works to antagonize the estrogen receptor, halting cancer cell growth. They also touch on the ongoing Phase 3 trial, OPERA-01, and the potential for combining palazestrant with other treatments.
Duration:00:23:02
Tiny RNAs, Big Cures!!! Dr. Sanjay Shukla, President and CEO, ATyr (ah-tire) Pharma
4/17/2024
This week - Dr. Sanjay Shukla, CEO of Atyr Pharma, discusses the revolutionary potential of mRNA technology in creating new medicines. They explore Atyr's pioneering approach to leveraging tRNA fragments for treating pulmonary sarcoidosis and other organ-specific conditions, aiming to improve patient outcomes while minimizing reliance on conventional therapies like steroids.
Duration:00:19:54
How Can a Treatment Become a Vaccine??? Dr. Peter DeMuth, Chief Scientific Officer at Elicio Therapeutics
4/10/2024
Dr. Peter DeMuth, Chief Scientific Officer of Elicio Therapeutics, discusses the revolutionary approach of detecting cancer at its earliest stages through circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) tests. Highlighting their innovative treatment method, which aims to train the body's immune cells to recognize and destroy cancer cells, the episode explores the potential transition from treatment to vaccine, offering hope for more effective and durable solutions.
Duration:00:23:33
Cancer Vaccines??? Dr. Chris Pirie, Co-Founder & COO of HDT Bio
4/3/2024
In this week's episode, Dr. Moira Gunn interviews Dr. Chris Pirie from HDT Bio about their novel approach to cancer prevention through vaccines. They discuss leveraging mRNA technology to target specific tumor mutations and prime the immune system to recognize and eliminate cancer cells. Dr. Pirie highlights ongoing efforts to develop vaccines for prostate, pancreatic, and breast cancers, emphasizing the importance of monitoring immune responses in clinical trials. They also explore the potential for broad-spectrum cancer vaccines and the need to shift towards preventive measures in cancer treatment.
Duration:00:17:08
Redefining Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Treatment!!! Dr. Robert Ang, President & CEO of Vor Biopharma
3/27/2024
This week I speak with Dr. Robert Ang from Vor Biopharma about their innovative approach to treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML). AML is a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow, leading to the overgrowth of cancerous cells. Dr. Ang explains that traditional treatments, such as chemotherapy and stem cell transplants, have limitations and risks. Dr. Ang emphasizes the potential of their treatment to revolutionize AML therapy and improve patient outcomes.
Duration:00:15:20
Fighting Inflammation, and Alzheimer's??? Dr. David Bearss, President & CEO Halia Therapeutics
3/20/2024
In this week's episode of BioTech Nation, Dr. David Bearss, President and CEO of Halia Therapeutics, discusses inflammation and its reduction over a lifetime and in response to various incidents. He unveils the inflammasome, a recently discovered protein complex critical in regulating inflammatory responses and its potential in treating chronic diseases like myelodysplastic syndrome and Alzheimer's. Dr. Bearss shares insights into Halia's groundbreaking approach and his relentless pursuit of medical breakthroughs.
Duration:00:28:57
Food as Medicine, A Personalized Prescription... Dr. Daniel Kraft, Tech Nation Health Chief Correspondent
3/13/2024
Tech Nation Health, Chief Correspondent Dr. Daniel Kraft discusses the concept of "food as medicine." Dr. Kraft emphasizes the evolving understanding of nutrition and its profound impact on health, advocating for a shift towards personalized nutrition using cutting-edge technologies. From continuous glucose monitors to AI-powered apps and sensor toilets, we explore how these innovations enable individuals to measure and optimize their dietary choices.
Duration:00:10:21
Repairing Minds, Naturally??? Mark Litton, President & CEO, Athira Pharma
3/6/2024
Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases continue to be challenging, but now new science has led to a better understanding of the natural repair mechanisms in the brain. This, in turn, has generated new options for innovative treatments, and one such approach has entered late-stage human clinical trials. Dr. Mark Litton is the President and CEO of Athira Pharma.
Duration:00:22:38
Combatting Blood Clots!!! Dr. Daniel Bloomfield, Chief Medical Officer, Anthos Therapeutics
2/28/2024
This week, Dr. Daniel Bloomfield from Anthos Therapeutics discusses the prevalence and dangers of blood clots, particularly in patients with cancer. Dr. Bloomfield explains the difference between normal and abnormal blood clotting, the risks associated with blood clots in arteries and veins, and the challenges in balancing clot prevention with the risk of bleeding.
Duration:00:14:31
Heartburn, GERD, Cancer??? Dr. Lishan Aklog, CEO of Lucid Diagnostics
2/21/2024
Dr. Lishan Aklog from Lucid Diagnostics tells us about the path from GERD to, unfortunately, esophageal cancer, and about Lucid’s two-minute diagnostic test which can detect precancerous cells.
Duration:00:22:59
From Tummy Tucks to Drug Trials??? Dr. Eric Merle, Chief Business Innovation Officer, GenoSkin
2/14/2024
Dr. Eric Merle from GenoSkin talks about how they are transforming drug discovery using discarded human skin from surgeries like tummy tucks, revolutionizing the process and accelerating drug development timelines.
Duration:00:14:23
One Drug, Many Diseases??? Dr. David Fajgenbaum, UPenn School of Medicine Professor and President of Every Cure
2/7/2024
Not just seeking treatment for every disease, but making sure the treatments we have already developed are being used in every possible way. I speak with Dr. David Fajgenbaum (Fay-gen-baum), a Professor of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, and President of Every Cure.
Duration:00:27:56
Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis Treatment on the Horizon!!! Dr. Jim Brown, CEO of DURECT
1/31/2024
Dr. Jim Brown from DURECT talks about their clinical trials for Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis, a condition for which there is no approved treatment.
Duration:00:14:52
Building Technology and Solving Problems!!! Dave Pacitti, President & Head of the Americas, Siemens Healthineers
1/24/2024
When is a medical technology company more than a medical technology company? We’ll hear all about it when I speak with Dave Pacitti, the President and Head of the Americas at Siemens Healthineers. They’re out to solve problems bigger than the products they are known for.
Duration:00:20:30
XPrize Foundation and $101 Million!!! Dr. Daniel Kraft, Tech Nation Health Chief Correspondent
1/17/2024
Tech Nation Health Chief Correspondent Dr. Daniel Kraft talks about the newest XPrize worth an unprecedented $101 Million.
Duration:00:11:14
Wound Healing 2.0!!! Dr. Nik Sopko, Chief Scientific Officer at PolarityTE
1/10/2024
Dr. Nik Sopko, the Chief Scientific Officer of PolarityTE talks about their design for wound healing. Their first treatment candidate is diabetic foot ulcers.
Duration:00:15:19
Harnessing Natural Killer Cells!!! Dr. Eric Vivier, SVP & CSO of Innate Pharma
1/3/2024
Dr. Eric Vivier from Innate Pharma in Marseilles tells us about the next wave of immunotherapy treatments – harnessing Natural Killer cells.
Duration:00:20:25
Can Every Medicine Be a Pill??? Dr. Ray Stevens, CEO of ShouTi Pharma
12/27/2023
Dr. Ray Stevens, CEO of ShouTi Pharma, talks about their approach in turning IV drugs into pills. Current projects include Diabetes and obesity, and two Pulmonary and Cardiovascular disorders. And these are just their first candidates …
Duration:00:24:24
Gut-Brain Connections to Autism, Parkinson's, and More!!! Dr. Stewart Campbell, CEO Axial Therapeutics
12/20/2023
Dr. Stewart Campbell, CEO of Axial Therapeutics, about their groundbreaking work in Autism–related irritability in teenagers, in Parkinson’s, and in complementing the latest cancer treatments.
Duration:00:25:38