The Bioinformatics CRO Podcast
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On The Bioinformatics CRO Podcast, we sit down with scientists to discuss interesting topics across biomedical research and to explore what made them who they are today.
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Dec 1, 2021
Jamie Smyth - heart disease and viral infection
Jamie Smyth, Associate Professor at Virginia Tech, discusses intercellular communication in the heart and how viral infection of cardiac cells can result in heart disease.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Oct 25, 2021
Amar Gajjar - pediatric brain cancer
Amar Gajjar, world-renowned neuro-oncologist and chair of the Department of Pediatric Medicine at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, discusses emerging treatments for pediatric brain tumors such as medulloblastoma.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Sep 29, 2021
Jill Reckless & Jon Heal - outsourcing drug development
Jill Reckless, CEO and co-founder of RxCelerate, and Jon Heal, Head of In Silico Designs at RxCelerate, discuss the virtual biotech industry, outsourcing drug development, and using bioinformatics for target optimization.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Sep 21, 2021
Adam Siepel - evolutionary genomics
Adam Siepel, Professor of quantitative biology at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, discusses the applications of evolutionary genomics in anthropology, infectious disease, and cancer.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Sep 14, 2021
Erich Jarvis - genomics of vocal learning
Erich Jarvis, Professor at The Rockefeller University and investigator at HHMI, explains how studying the neural and genetic mechanisms of vocal learning in songbirds gives insights into the development of spoken language in humans.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Sep 7, 2021
Mauro Calabrese - long non-coding RNA
Mauro Calabrese, Associate Professor at UNC Chapel Hill and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Pharmacology, discusses the future of RNA-based therapeutics and the role of lncRNA in gene transcription.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Aug 31, 2021
Damian Kao - cat genetics
Damian Kao, COO of Basepaws, discusses the challenges B2C science and the future of consumer genomics in cats, from microbiome to epigenetic testing.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Aug 24, 2021
Nicholas Heaton - influenza & SARS-CoV-2
Nicholas Heaton, Assistant Professor of molecular genetics and microbiology at Duke University School of Medicine, talks about influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and potential future pandemics.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Aug 17, 2021
Becca Chodroff Foran - consumer genetics for dogs
Becca Chodroff Foran, Head of R&D at Wisdom Panel, describes the recent advances in pet genomics and how we can use genetic data from dogs to guide research on human health.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Aug 10, 2021
Stacy Horner - flaviviruses and SARS-CoV-2
Stacy Horner, associate professor of molecular genetic and microbiology at Duke University Medical School, compares hepatitis C and dengue virus to SARS-CoV-2 and suggests policy changes to make academia more inclusive.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Aug 3, 2021
Jason Arnold - microbiome core facilities
Jason Arnold, Technical Director of the Microbiome Core Facility at UNC Chapel Hill, describes methods of improving the scientific rigor of microbiota research and his experiences as a snake breeder.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jul 26, 2021
Bettina Hein - managing chronic illness with AI
Bettina Hein, CEO and founder of juli, is a serial tech entrepreneur, using artificial intelligence to help people manage symptoms of chronic illness.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jul 20, 2021
Bharath Ramsundar - applications of AI
Bharath Ramsundar, founder and CEO of Deep Forest Sciences, described many applications of artificial intelligence in biotech, society, and the military.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jul 13, 2021
Saroja Voruganti - nutrition and genetics
Saroja Voruganti, Associate Professor at UNC Chapel Hill, shares her passion for nutrition as she discusses the fields of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Jul 5, 2021
Jon Chee - equipment leasing for life sciences
Jon Chee, co-founder and CEO of Excedr, shares his experience founding a life sciences equipment leasing company before the latest biotech boom.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jun 28, 2021
Ian Carroll - the intestinal microbiota
Ian Carroll, assistant professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, describes the relationship between the intestinal microbiota and eating disorders.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Jun 22, 2021
Mark Kotter - stem cell programming
Mark Kotter, co-founder and CEO of Bit Bio, discusses the uses of reprogrammed human cells in research and drug development.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Jun 14, 2021
Matthias Gromeier - viral cancer therapeutics
Matthias Gromeier, professor of neurosurgery at Duke University, describes how his breakthrough therapeutic combines poliovirus and rhinovirus to eliminate brain cancers.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Jun 7, 2021
Carolyn Coyne - immunity in the placenta
Carolyn Coyne, professor of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at Duke University, discusses how pathogens can subvert cellular barriers in the placenta and gut to cause disease.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Jun 1, 2021
Bryan Cullen - viral genetics
Bryan Cullen, director of Duke University’s Center for Virology, describes how viruses use microRNAs, epigenetics, and epitranscriptomics to regulate their biology.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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May 25, 2021
Micah Luftig - Epstein-Barr virus and cancer
Micah Luftig, associate professor and vice-chair of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at Duke University, explains how Epstein-Barr virus can induce tumorigenesis and how is father inspired him to become a virologist.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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May 18, 2021
Jim Ray - treating Alzheimer's disease
Jim Ray, head of MD Anderson's Neurodegeneration Consortium, explains new perspectives in Alzheimer's disease research and shares his experience in biotech, pharma, and academia.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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May 11, 2021
Fernando Martinez - anti-aging drug development
Fernando Martinez, senior scientist at Fountain Therapeutics, uses AI and phenotypic screening to discover drugs that reduce the signs of aging.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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May 4, 2021
Jeremy Kamil - SARS-CoV-2 genetics with guest host Razib Khan
Jeremy Kamil, associate professor of microbiology at LSU Health Shreveport, discusses the genetics of SARS-CoV-2, variants, and vaccines with guest host Razib Khan.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Apr 27, 2021
Adam Robertson - broad-spectrum cancer therapeutics
Adam Robertson, CSO of Hemispherian, talks about developing cancer therapeutics in an Oslo-based startup.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Apr 20, 2021
Brett Abrahams - drug development and neurogenomics
Brett Abrahams, Executive VP of R&D at Magnolia Neurosciences, discusses his work on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and other brain disorders.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Apr 13, 2021
Noor Siddiqui - preimplantation screening with polygenic risk scores
We spoke with Noor Siddiqui about how Orchid is using polygenic risk scores for common diseases for preimplantation screening.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Apr 6, 2021
Matthew Holt - astrocyte biologist
Matthew Holt, neuroscience professor at VIB-KU Leuven, explains the role of glial cells in neurodegenerative diseases and discusses boxing and motorbike racing.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Mar 30, 2021
Lucia Huang & Jimmy Qian - mental health tech
Lucia and Jimmy, co-founders of Osmind, discuss psychedelic therapies for mental illness, the future of the Bay Area, and public benefit corporations.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Mar 23, 2021
Grant Belgard - remote work in biotech
Our regular host, Grant Belgard, founder of The Bioinformatics CRO, talks about his career working remotely and how he expects technology to change the biotech industry.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Mar 16, 2021
Ambika Bumb - from nanotech to government service
We talk with Ambika Bumb, science and technology advisor to the department of state’s crisis management and strategy team, about nanotechnology, the pandemic, and biotech start-ups.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Mar 9, 2021
Lucas Steuber - mindreading with BCIs and AR
We talk with Lucas Steuber, clinical product and marketing director at Cognixion, about using a brain-computer interface and augmented reality to help people with speech disabilities communicate.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Mar 1, 2021
Trevor Martin - CRISPR diagnostics for COVID-19
We talk with Trevor Martin, co-founder and CEO of Mammoth Biosciences, about using CRISPR technology to detect SARS-CoV-2, his experience as a new CEO, and science education.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Feb 25, 2021
Dan Geschwind - precision medicine
Dan Geschwind, professor and associate vice chancellor at UCLA, shares his path to neuroscience, thoughts on precision medicine, and why one should use unbiased methods to prioritize hypotheses.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Feb 16, 2021
Deepti Gurdasani, Christina Pagel & Nisreen Alwan - why vaccines may not end the COVID pandemic
In our first panel discussion, three COVID experts share their thoughts on emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2 and the growing selective pressures for immune escape.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Feb 12, 2021
Delian Asparouhov - space manufacturing
Delian Asparouhov, co-founder of Varda Space Industries and principal at Founders Fund, talks about space manufacturing, economic bubbles, and tech investing.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Feb 8, 2021
Vay Cao - Free the PhD, work beyond academia
We chat with Vay Cao, founder of Free the PhD, about her journey from neuroscience to an MSL-like role and how PhDs can leverage their experiences to get that first job outside academia.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Feb 1, 2021
Mark DePristo - designing antibodies with machine learning
We talk with Mark DePristo, founder and CEO of BigHat Biosciences, about building better antibody therapeutics using machine learning, overcoming the fear of failure, and the pros and cons of working in academia, for large companies like Google, and at a biotech start up.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jan 25, 2021
Shaan Gandhi - biotech venture capital
We talk with Shaan Gandhi, Director at Northpond Ventures, about the intersections of science, medicine, and business and how his training as an internist has colored his experience in venture capital. (Recorded on January 18, 2021)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Jan 8, 2021
Peter Joyce - founding a virtual biotech
We talk with Peter Joyce, co-founder and CEO of Grey Wolf Therapeutics, about novel cancer therapies, running a virtual biotech company, and encouraging a new generation of well-rounded scientists. (Recorded on December 16, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Dec 31, 2020
Adam Marblestone - scientific moonshots
We talk with Adam Marblestone about his work with moonshot science and technology projects, exciting advances in nanotechnology and AI, and his PhD work using expansion microscopy to map neural connections. (Recorded on December 18, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Dec 9, 2020
Tony Altar - CNS drug development and skateboarding
We speak with C. Anthony Altar, PhD, president and COO of Splice Therapeutics, about his successful career in neuropharmacology and his role in pioneering the sport of skateboarding in the 1960's. (Recorded on November 19, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Dec 1, 2020
Quin Wills - recovering livers for transplant
We chat with Quin Wills, co-founder of Ochre Bio, about growing a biotech startup internationally, how genomics can increase the success of liver transplants, and his treehouse community in Costa Rica. (Recorded on November 10, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Nov 17, 2020
Jason Stein - psychiatric genomics
In our latest podcast, Grant talks with Jason Stein, assistant professor of genetics at UNC, about the latest omics techniques used to study schizophrenia, the role of academia and industry in drug discovery, and Jason's unusual path to bioinformatics. (Recorded on November 5, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Oct 29, 2020
Ben Logsdon - omics in neurodegeneration
In this episode, Grant sits down with Ben Logsdon, director of computational biology at Cajal Neuroscience, to discuss new perspectives in Alzheimer's Disease research, incentives in academia, teamwork, and societal resiliency. (Recorded on Oct 1, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
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Oct 16, 2020
Chris Ponting - ME genomics, COVID, CRISPR
In this episode, Grant sits down with Chris Ponting, chair of medical bioinformatics at the University of Edinburgh. They talk about myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and potential parallels to COVID-19 “long-haulers”, CRISPR, and ecological disaster. (Recorded on Sept 25, 2020)
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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Oct 14, 2020
Razib Khan - consumer genomics, academia, COVID
In the first episode of The Bioinformatics CRO Podcast, our founder and CEO Grant Belgard sits down with Razib Khan, geneticist, science communicator and director of science at the Insitome Institute, to discuss consumer genomics, SARS-CoV-2, and academia.
The Bioinformatics CRO is a fully distributed contract research company that serves the computational biology needs of biotechnology companies, with a focus on genomics.
https://www.bioinformaticscro.com/
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