Best Harsh Thakkar Podcasts (2024)

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How Samsung Biologics Achieved 16 Top Pharma Partnerships as a CDMO 43:15

2h ago43:15

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Welcome to episode 061 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Sciences 360, host Harsh Thakkar sits down with Kevin Sharp, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Sales at Samsung Biologics. They dive deep into the evolving CDMO industry, the importance of agility, innovation, and the strategic growth pillars that are driving success at Sam…

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Why the Top 1% are lonely- insights from Dr. Robyn Odegaard 36:17

3d ago36:17

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Welcome to episode 060 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Sciences 360, host Harsh Thakkar sits down with Dr. Robin Odegaard, a high-performance business psychologist and professional confidant, to discuss the hidden struggles that come with success. They dive deep into topics like imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, complex priorities, an…

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The Science Behind Tome’s Programmable Genomic Integration Technology with CSO John Finn 43:30

16d ago43:30

43:30

Welcome to episode 059 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Sciences 360, Harsh Thakkar is joined by John Finn, Chief Scientific Officer at Tome Biosciences. John shares his inspiring journey of overcoming challenges, like his stutter, while making groundbreaking strides in gene therapy. They dive deep into Tome’s unique technology, PGI (P…

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Inside the Lab: How Singota Solutions Leads in Early-Stage Pharma Development 32:25

7d ago32:25

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Welcome to episode 058 of Life Sciences 360. In this insightful episode of Life Sciences 360, hosted by Harsh Thakkar, we explore the dynamic world of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) with Ryan Memmer, Manager of Quality Control and Product Development at Singota Solutions. Ryan shares his journey from working at large p…

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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement: A Deep Dive with Dr. Greg Brannon 38:19

7d ago38:19

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Welcome to episode 057 of Life Sciences 360. In this special episode of Life Sciences 360, hosted by Harsh Thakkar, we dive into the fascinating world of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) with Dr. Greg Brannon, Medical Director and Founder of Optimalbio. Celebrating National Men's Health Education and Awareness Month, Dr. Brannon shar…

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How Green Elephant Biotech is making labs more sustainable with Joel Eichmann 38:36

1M ago38:36

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Welcome to episode 056 of Life Sciences 360. Welcome to another episode of Life Sciences 360! In this episode, Harsh Thakkar is joined by Joel Eichmann, co-founder and managing director of Green Elephant Biotech. Green Elephant Biotech is a trailblazer in the biotech industry, focusing on sustainability and using plant-based materials to create inn…

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The Future of mRNA Therapies with Dr. Kate Broderick 34:16

21d ago34:16

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Welcome to episode 055 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Sciences 360! In this episode, Harsh sits down with Dr. Kate Broderick, Chief Innovation Officer at Maravai Life Sciences. Dr. Broderick shares her journey from academia to leading innovation in the biotech industry, discusses the pivotal role of Clean Cap technology in COVID-19 v…

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Vector Labs CEO Lisa Sellers on Innovation, Leadership, and Mentorship 42:57

1M ago42:57

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Welcome to episode 054 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Science 360 ,Today, we are thrilled to have Lisa Sellers, the CEO of Vector Labs, as our special guest. Lisa shares her incredible journey from working at big names like Thermo Fisher and 10x Genomics to leading Vector Labs, a trusted manufacturer of reagents and critical componen…

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Scientist on Epigenetic Tuning and Future Therapies at Tune Therapeutics 36:52

2M ago36:52

36:52

Welcome to episode 053 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Science 360, our host Harsh Thakkar sits down with Brian Cosgrove, Principal Scientist at Tune Therapeutics. Brian dives deep into the fascinating world of epigenetics and its role in developing therapies for complex diseases. He shares insights on how Tune Therapeutics is leverag…

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Breaking Down Barriers in Psychedelic Drug Development 42:22

2M ago42:22

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Welcome to episode 052 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode, of Life Sciences as we dive into the fascinating world of psychedelic therapeutics with Dr. Sam Clark, the Chief Executive Officer of Terran Biosciences. Dr. Clark shares his journey of founding Terran Biosciences, motivated by the need for better treatment options for psychiatric and ne…

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From Genes to Treatments: Howard McLeod on Precision Medicine 41:14

2M ago41:14

41:14

Welcome to episode 051 of Life Sciences 360. We welcome Howard McLeod, a distinguished expert in precision medicine and pharmacogenomics. Howard shares his profound journey into the world of personalized medicine, emphasizing the significant impact of individualized treatments on cancer patients. From groundbreaking gene discoveries to advising cut…

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Tony Martignetti on Inspired Leadership, Flashpoints, and Divergent Thinking 42:25

3M ago42:25

42:25

Welcome to episode 050 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode, Harsh Thakkar chats with Tony Martignetti, a top leadership development voice on LinkedIn and an advisor to numerous tech and life sciences executives. Tony shares his insights on inspired leadership, the importance of investing in people, and how to unlock potential within teams. They a…

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Understanding Drug Pricing and the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act with Jesse Mendelsohn 39:21

3M ago39:21

39:21

Welcome to episode 049 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode of Life Sciences 360, host Harsh Thakkar welcomes Jesse Mendelsohn, Senior Vice President at Model N. Jesse delves into the intricacies of revenue optimization and compliance within the pharmaceutical industry. He shares insights on how Model N's platform aids pharmaceutical companies in …

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How DoseMeRx is Transforming Patient Care 33:21

3M ago33:21

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Welcome to episode 048 of Life Sciences 360. In this episode, Sharmeen discuss the current one-size-fits-all approach in healthcare and the need for precision dosing. Sharmeen explains how DoseMe platform simplifies complex dosing methods at the bedside, benefiting both clinicians and patients. Sharmeen also touch on the integration with electronic…

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How InVision helps you make drug development decisions? #lifesciences 40:12

3M ago40:12

40:12

Welcome to episode 047 of Life Sciences 360. In this video, We discuss the importance of using AI in decision making in the life sciences industry. Ben highlight the need for evidence-based decision making and the challenges of finding relevant information in a sea of data. Ben introduce InVision, a platform that helps biotech and pharma companies …

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How CTMC is Changing Medicine Manufacturing 37:09

4M ago37:09

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Welcome to episode 046 of Life Sciences 360. On this episode, Harsh discuss the intersection of luck and preparation in finding opportunities, particularly in the field of cell therapy. Harsh share insights from his conversation with Dr. Jason Bock, founder and CEO of CTMC, about the advancements and challenges in autologous cell therapies. We delv…

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AI in Life Sciences: Should You Follow This Trend? 41:58

4M ago41:58

41:58

Welcome to episode 045 of Life Sciences 360. On this episode, Nagesh Nama and his team at XLM talk on why Gen.AI is essential in the software test world and share examples of its use in various industries, particularly in life sciences and manufacturing. They address the challenges faced by companies in adopting AI and provide solutions for integra…

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The NASA Scientist Who Changed Cancer Diagnostics Forever 37:52

4M ago37:52

37:52

Dr. Arnon Chait, CEO of Cleveland Diagnostics, discusses his transition from NASA to the healthcare innovation space and the development of cancer diagnostics. Dr. Chait emphasizes the importance of using diagnostic advancements to strike a balance between over-screening and under-treating, particularly in the workup of cancer after failed screenin…

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How On-Demand Cleanrooms Can Speed Up Drug Development 28:24

4M ago28:24

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With the market estimated to reach $11.5 billion by 2028. Clean Rooms on Demand is providing flexible and cost-effective solutions for biotech and pharma companies. The benefits of using clean rooms on demand include avoiding the high capital outlay and ongoing operational expenses of building and maintaining their own facilities, as well as the fl…

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Beyond the Pill: When Medicine Meets Mindset with CEO, Will Hind 30:39

5M ago30:39

30:39

How can behavioral science optimize pharmaceutical practices? Episode 042: Will Hind, CEO of Alpharmaxim Healthcare Communications, discusses the challenges and opportunities in integrating behavioral science with pharma strategies. Find out how this can lead to better patient outcomes and more tailored healthcare solutions. ----- Links: *Will Hind…

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The 3 Most Important Pillars of a Next-Generation CDMO, Explained! 34:01

5M ago34:01

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Episode 041: J.D. Mowery, President and CEO of KBI Biopharma, discusses his career journey and the role of CDMOs in the biotech and pharma industry. He emphasizes the importance of relationships, risk-taking, and continuous learning in his career success. J.D. highlights the unique combination of expertise required to work in both biotech and CDMO …

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Use This Tech, Transform Science: Flow Meters w/ Bethany Silva 20:50

5M ago20:50

20:50

Are you interested in how the latest flow technology is transforming biopharmaceutical manufacturing? Join us for Episode 40 of the Life Sciences 360 podcast, where Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar), CEO of Qualtivate sits down with Bethany Silva (@bethany-silva), Life Sciences Industry Manager at Endress+Hauser. They delve deep into the world of flow…

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Democratizing Cell Therapy: A PhD's Quest to Change Medicine Forever 32:05

5M ago32:05

32:05

Toon Lambrechts, co-founder of MyCellHub, shares his journey in democratizing access to cell and gene therapy. He discusses the challenges in cell therapy manufacturing, including the high costs and complex logistics. MyCellHub aims to reduce manufacturing costs and automate processes to make cell therapies more affordable and accessible. Toon emph…

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No Vision, No Problem: How Aaron Golub Redefined Possible 19:04

5M ago19:04

19:04

Aaron Golub, a consultant and speaker, shares his story of overcoming adversity as a legally blind athlete and ex-NFL free agent. He discusses his journey from being a third-string high school athlete to becoming the first legally blind Division I athlete. Aaron also talks about his transition from sports to a career in finance and eventually to co…

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His Strategy and Success Story with the MedTech Startup: FastWave 26:06

6M ago26:06

26:06

He scaled his business from 0 to 20 million in under 3 years. Get inspired by the story of Scott Nelson's strategic brilliance and entrepreneurial triumph with Joovv and FastWave Medical, a groundbreaking MedTech startup reshaping the industry landscape. Learn about the strategic decisions, challenges overcome, and pivotal moments that defined Scot…

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How SHE is Improving Patient Care with AI Enhanced Medical Devices 27:33

6M ago27:33

27:33

Weronika discusses the importance of integrating software with other systems for success and touches on various challenges such as data integration, user needs, and documentation practices. She highlights the evolving role of AI and software in healthcare, emphasizing patient-centered solutions and the importance of continuous learning in the Med-T…

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Employee Mental Health is VITAL to Success in ANY Business 31:51

7M ago31:51

31:51

Heather talks about the role of art in quality and documentation, challenges with document control methods, and her experience writing an article for Quality Magazine. She shares advice for entering the life sciences industry and the role of mentors in career development. Harsh and Heather also address the importance of mental health for leaders, t…

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Why Quality Assurance is More Than Just Following the Rules with Kimberly Wallbank 25:56

7M ago25:56

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Episode 034: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Kimberly Wallbank (@kimberlywallbank), the Principal Consultant at Quality Systems Services, LLC. Kimberly addresses the evolution of quality and regulatory practices, particularly the increased focus on risk assessment. She discusses the challenges companies face with compliance and the need f…

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The Intersection of Science and Art: How Chijindu is Bridging the Gap 17:05

7M ago17:05

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Episode 033: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Chijindu E. O. (@chijindu-authorceco), the Founder & Creative Director of Ceco Creations. Chijindu shares his journey in the field of science and art, starting with creating cartoons and animations to inspire and educate people, noting that visual appeal and creativity can make scientific conte…

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Data, Decisions, and AI: The Power of Analytics in Life Sciences with Elizabeth Smalley 30:54

8M ago30:54

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Episode 032: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Elizabeth Smalley (@elizabeth-smalley-product-leader), the Director of Product Management, Data and Analytics at Aris Global. Elizabeth discusses proactive safety signal detection in the context of drug development and the challenges faced in this space. She highlights the importance of utilizi…

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Building a Five Star Career: Tips from Quality Management Pro, Penelope Przekop 38:12

8M ago38:12

38:12

Episode 031: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Penelope Przekop (@penelopeprzekop), the CEO at PDC Pharma Strategy and author of the book 'Five Star Career.' Penelope discusses her background in the pharmaceutical industry and the importance of quality management. She provides practical advice on collaboration, continuous learning, and find…

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Unveiling AI’s Impact on Life Sciences Regulation with Ivan Perez Chamorro 34:34

9M ago34:34

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Episode 030: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Ivan Perez Chamorro (@ivan-perez-chamorro) the CEO and Founder of MedBoard. Ivan shares the inspiration behind starting MedBoard. He recognized the need for a platform that provides access to trusted information in the life sciences industry. He describes how AI is integrated into MedBoard to a…

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The Future of Women’s Health: Insights From Bethany Corbin 35:39

9M ago35:39

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Episode 029: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Bethany Corbin (@bethanycorbin), the Co-Founder of FEMInnovation and Managing Partner at Women's Health Innovation Consulting. Bethany shares her journey, going from law studies to founding FEM Innovation, focusing on improving reproductive health for women. She talks about the challenges women…

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The Surprising Link Between Technology and Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Cortney Warren 33:15

10M ago33:15

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Episode 028: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Dr. Cortney Warren (@drcortney), a Clinical Psychologist and the Founder and Owner of Choose Honesty LLC. Dr. Cortney emphasizes the need for mindfulness regarding our technology usage and its effects on our mental health. She also delves into the importance of being truthful about our struggle…

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Staying Compliant in a Changing World: Best Practices with Niyati Patel 28:14

10M ago28:14

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Episode 027: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Niyati Patel (@niyatipatel), the Director of Quality Engineering at Getinge (Maquet Cardiovascular) and a Sr. Regulatory/ Quality Consultant at Compliance Insight, Inc. Niyati breaks down the complexities of quality management systems, compliance, and regulations in the industry. She discusses …

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Mastering Quality & Regulation Across Continents With John McKay 32:12

11M ago32:12

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Episode 026: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews John McKay (@johnlmckay), President, Chief Operating, Quality & Regulatory Affairs Officer at Q1 Associates LLC. John emphasizes the critical role of quality plans in ensuring error prevention and maintaining top-notch quality in the life sciences industry. The conversation takes a global persp…

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Innovation in Healthcare: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve With Kamya Elawadhi 27:30

11M ago27:30

27:30

Episode 025: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Kamya Elawadhi (@kamya_elawadhi), SVP of Platform and Corporate Strategy at Doceree. Kamya shares her wealth of experience in healthcare advertising and innovation, bridging the challenges and opportunities of navigating regulatory environments and leading in the healthcare advertising industry…

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Digital Therapeutics Explained with Richard ‘RJ’ Kedziora 32:59

11M ago32:59

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Episode 024: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) engages in a riveting discussion with RJ Kedziora (@RJKedziora), Co-Founder / Partner and Solutions Architect Estenda Solutions, Inc. In this episode, RJ uncovers the ins and outs of blending clinical information with imaging data, especially for patients with chronic conditions like diabetes and hyperten…

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Balancing Compliance and Innovation in Risk Management: A Discussion with Naveen Agarwal 45:05

1y ago45:05

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Episode 023: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Naveen Agarwal (@naveenagarwal), the Principal and Founder of Creative Analytics Solutions, LLC. Naveen highlights the importance of aligning risk management with innovation and patient well-being, contrasting it with compliance-focused approaches. He also addresses evaluating team risk appetit…

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Paperless Validation: Breaking Through Industry Barriers with Andy Robinson 50:07

1y ago50:07

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Episode 022: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Andy Robinson (@andyrobinson2), Founder & CEO at GxPaaS. Andy discusses the importance of customer discovery when creating a new product and shares his experience with creating a questionnaire to gain feedback from potential customers. He also talks about the challenges of transitioning from pa…

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Personal Branding and Consulting in the Medical Device Industry with Monir El Azzouzi 48:14

1y ago48:14

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Episode 021: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Monir El Azzouzi (@melazzouzi), Founder & CEO at Easy Medical Device. Monir emphasizes the importance of following people in the medical device industry, learning as much as possible, and providing the right vocabulary and language to build self-confidence. Monir also shares his favorite Linked…

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The Thin Line Between Advertising and Misbranding with Darshan Kulkarni 41:03

1y ago41:03

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Episode 020: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Darshan Kulkarni (@darshankulkarni), Regulatory and Compliance Attorney at The Kulkarni Law Firm. Darshan talks about the importance of understanding how to use AI properly. He also discusses his work in advertising compliance, which involves ensuring that companies meet the labeling requiremen…

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Continuous Validation: The Key to Successful Life Sciences Software with Nagesh Nama 38:28

1y ago38:28

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Episode 019: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Nagesh Nama (@nageshnama), the Chief Executive Officer at xLM. Nagesh shares his perspective on continuous validation and emphasizes the unique capabilities of his platform, which includes the generation of digitally signed PDF reports. Harsh and Nagesh discuss xLM's platform and its approach t…

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The Intersection of Theory and Practice in Quality Management: Perspectives from Amy Wilson and Cliff Berry 34:42

1y ago34:42

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Episode 018: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Amy Wilson (@amydwilson) and Cliff Berry (@cliffordberry), co-authors of the book Do Quality Differently, a playbook for creating more success in biopharma (or any) manufacturing. Amy Wilson and Cliff Berry explore the concepts of the black line and blue line, underscoring the importance of dis…

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The Promise and Perils of Large Language Models in Healthcare and AI-based Software as a Medical Device with Vivek Thakkar 36:30

1y ago36:30

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Episode 017: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Vivek Thakkar (@vivekbthakkar), the Senior Digital Health Consultant at Biologics Consulting Vivek emphasizes the importance of validating AI-based software in clinical settings to ensure safety and efficacy. He also discusses the challenges of continuous improvement in algorithms and the need …

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Role of AI in Talent Recruitment and Consulting vs. Employment Takeaways with Dharti Pancholi 46:58

1+ y ago46:58

46:58

Episode 016: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Dharti Pancholi (@dhartipancholi), the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Omni Consulting Services Dharti discusses her journey in starting her own consulting firm, her experience in both consulting and user-side companies, and her thoughts on recruitment and AI technology. Harsh and Dharti…

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The Promising and Perilous Potential of AI in Life Sciences: A Discussion with Greg Hutchins 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

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Episode 015: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Greg Hutchins (@greghutchins), the Founder of Quality + Engineering and Founder & Director of Certified Enterprise Risk Manager® (CERM) Academy. Greg Hutchins provides examples of unintended bias in AI systems and the challenge of monitoring and managing AI systems to ensure that they are fair,…

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Investing in Early-Stage Startups: A Personal Perspective with Giovanni Lauricella 51:48

1+ y ago51:48

51:48

Episode 014: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Giovanni Lauricella (@giovannilauricella), the Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Lifeblood Capital and Board Member & Investor at Vivifi Medical. Giovanni emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to understand their audience and to have a viable product that solves a problem. He also stresses the i…

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Goodbye Cumbersome Searches, Hello Smart Regulatory Intelligence With Marcus Emne 40:07

1+ y ago40:07

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Episode 013: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Marcus Emne (@marcusemne), the Chief Executive Officer at Hoodin. Marcus explains how Hoodin's platform helps users gather specific data by monitoring keywords, regulations, and standards from selected sources. He also mentions the importance of AI in the industry and how it can help profession…

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The Benefits of Conversation-Based Training in the Medical Industry: Insights from Quality Expert Aaron Snyder 43:25

1+ y ago43:25

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Episode 012: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews Aaron Snyder (@aaron-snyder-mscgmp), the Head of Quality at Fresenius Kabi and a lead faculty and trainer for FDA and industry professionals at AAMI. Aaron touches on the challenges of making regulatory training engaging and interesting, and the importance of understanding the difference betwee…

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