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Host Russ Altman, a professor of bioengineering, genetics, and medicine at Stanford, is your guide to the latest science and engineering breakthroughs. Join Russ and his guests as they explore cutting-edge advances that are shaping the future of everything from AI to health and renewable energy. Along the way, “The Future of Everything” delves into ethical implications to give listeners a well-rounded understanding of how new technologies and discoveries will impact society. Whether you’re a ...
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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 ...
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The Longevity Biotech Show

The Longevity Biotech Show

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A weekly live audience show featuring the people building and funding companies that are extending healthy human lifespan. Join us Thursdays on Clubhouse and check the show schedule on longevitybiotechshow.com Hosted by Nathan Cheng (founder @ Longevity Marketcap // Longevity List) and Robert Ziman (Cohen Lab).
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The Biotech Futurist

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The Biotech Futurist aims to foster deep understanding and discussion about exciting hot topics in biotech at the intersection with artificial intelligence and medicine, exploring CRISPR therapeutics, neuroscience, genetic diseases, interventional genomics, machine learning in biology, behavior, neuroscience, omics, cellular recording, liquid biopsy, oncology, longevity, and more. Your host Luca Fusar Bassini, PhD student at EPFL in Switzerland, interviews an expert guest every week.
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The host of this podcast is Iryna Kremin, the founder of the B2B beauty business network, INNOCOS, professional connector turned biohacker. She believes that all people can have access to a latest beauty, health & wellness know-how, regardless of our circumstances, backgrounds, orientations or demographics. In this educational podcast she invites top beauty, health, longevity and wellbeing experts and entrepreneurs to talk about optimising your health, beauty and wellbeing with the help of t ...
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Interviews with the researchers, founders, and investors of the BioTech industry. An insiders look into what is going on in the world of BioTech, from curing aging to psychedelic therapy, we interview the game changers of the industry. The unsung hero's that are moving the industry forward in a significant way. The world is going to be a vastly different place in the next 10-20 years because of what's happening in the BioTech industry right now.Human civilization will move forward farther, f ...
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Why do some of us age gracefully and others don’t? How do our bodies and minds experience aging at the cellular and molecular level? Why do we even age to begin with? And maybe most importantly, can we do anything about it? Join host Gordon Lithgow at the Buck Institute in California as he speaks with some of the brightest scientific stars on the planet to search for – and actually find answers to – these questions and many more.
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Boss Ovary Podcast

Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim

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This is the Boss Ovary Podcast, where great conversations about women’s health, wellness, and longevity happen. Hosted by Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim, you’ll get insights and information straight from the experts who know what you want to know most about how to live your best life. The content in this podcast is for informational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified he ...
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X-Health.show - meet the future of healthcare

Alex Jani: interviewing visionaries of healthcare innovation

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The X-Health.show brings to you brilliant minds behind programming living cells, tech that detects pre-term delivery in seconds, brain-computer interface or apps that employ AI to match you, your disease with the best treatment. For the eXtra Health of the future. You’ll meet visionaries from Switzerland who push the boundaries of healthcare. Engineers who teamed up with doctors, scientists turned CEOs, doctors programming AI-powered apps, researchers who abandoned university labs to improve ...
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On this podcast leading scientist, clinicians and entrepreneurs share their thoughts on the progress of personalized medicine. With our guests, we discuss new technologies for targeted treatments and diagnostics, their benefits for patients and clinicians and related implementation challenges.
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Anticipating and managing exponential impact - hosts David Wood and Calum Chace Calum Chace is a sought-after keynote speaker and best-selling writer on artificial intelligence. He focuses on the medium- and long-term impact of AI on all of us, our societies and our economies. He advises companies and governments on AI policy. His non-fiction books on AI are Surviving AI, about superintelligence, and The Economic Singularity, about the future of jobs. Both are now in their third editions. He ...
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Womble Perspectives

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Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where we explore a wide range of topics from the latest legal updates to industry trends to the business of law. Our team of lawyers, professionals and occasional outside guests will take you through the most pressing issues facing businesses today and provide practical and actionable advice to help you navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and client service, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to o ...
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The Quantified Body

The Quantified Body

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The data revolution has begun. The knowledge you will gain over your body, your health, your performance, will explode in the next 5 years. Empowering you to make better decisions about your body and get the results you’re looking for, instead of just guessing or following the latest opinion fad in health or fitness or anti-aging. The Quantified Body introduces you to the cutting edge in this trend – wearable devices, biomarkers, the latest lab tests, quantified self protocols, biohacking ta ...
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Frontiers is scaling the world's oral knowledge of technology and science. It is focused on the open questions and implicit takes of the ambitious people working hard today to create a better tomorrow.
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On Translating Aging, we talk with the worldwide community of researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors who are moving longevity science from the lab to the clinic. We bring you a commanding view of the entire field, in the words of the people and companies who are moving it forward today. The podcast is sponsored by BioAge labs, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing therapies to extend human healthspan by targeting the molecular causes of aging.
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The Deep End by ODF is a podcast where visionary builders, creators, and experts discuss world-changing ideas. We skip the surface level and go in depth into ideas that matter including the futures of commerce, higher education, art, governance, longevity, and more with some of the most exciting figures in these fields. The Deep End is hosted by Julian Weisser and produced by ODF —where we help more people start the best companies. Visit ideas.beondeck.com for show notes and additional essays.
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Welcome to Building While Flying: a weekly business podcast from Gary Vaynerchuk’s agency The Sasha Group. We are the small- to medium-sized business arm of VaynerX, the most contemporary independent holding company in the industry. At The Sasha Group, we teach, guide, and execute modern-day brand building and marketing for ambitious businesses looking for meaningful growth. Building a business isn’t linear. The journey is wrought with turbulence, delays, and re-routes. Those who win are res ...
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Recently, the quest for prolonging human life and enhancing the quality of our later years has gained substantial momentum. With advancements in aging biology, the dream of accessing the "fountain of youth" seems more achievable than ever. However, despite promising scientific breakthroughs, regulatory challenges continue to hinder the availability…
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In the ever-evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions, the past few years have ushered in significant changes as businesses navigate economic turbulence. One notable shift in this sphere is the increasing prevalence of earnout deals. These arrangements, which link a portion of the purchase price to the future performance of the acquired entity…
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Today, we’re bringing you a best-of from our archive of over 250 episodes. We’re all aware that the consequences of climate change range from rising sea levels, to drought, wildfires, economic disruption and the displacement of populations. We’re seeing and living through many of these effects, but is there hope for managing additional risk? A coup…
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Dr. Leroy Hood and Dr. Nathan Price delve into the subject of their book "The Age of Scientific Wellness", which highlights the advancements in science that enable the prediction and personalization of healthcare based on an individual's wellness level, and the potential advantages of early diagnosis and treatment of illnesses…
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Our guest in this episode is Karl Pfleger. Karl is an angel investor in rejuvenation biotech startups, and is also known for creating and maintaining the website Aging Biotech Info. That website describes itself as “Structured info about aging and longevity”, and has the declared mission statement, “Everything important in the field (outside of aca…
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If you've ever given up on something because you thought you didn’t have the predisposition, you should listen to this episode. From sports genomics to genetic-based training. Can genes predict sports performance? And injuries in athletes? What is the contribution of genes to sports performance? We're speaking percentages. Can some athletes be too …
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When selling intellectual property, the common setup usually includes getting an upfront payment plus future royalty payments, which are a slice of the revenue earned from the IP. This approach can give sellers a steady income over time. However, while royalties offer ongoing revenue and a stake in the IP's success, relying only on future royalties…
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When privacy meets complexity, the legal landscape shifts. The recent Ninth Circuit decision in Calhoun v. Google has thrown a spotlight on the critical importance of clear and comprehensible privacy notices. Read the full article. About the authors: Jack F. Altura Tomio NaritaBy Womble Bond Dickinson
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Taken any selfies lately? Dermatologist Zakia Rahman studies both the science of healthy skin and the effects of the exponential increase in skin images on self-esteem. As a result, skin health is linked to mental health, she says. It’s not about vanity, it’s about vitality, Rahman tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering’s Th…
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In recent years, the potential of MDMA as a treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder has generated significant interest within the medical community. The drug, commonly known as ecstasy, has moved beyond its controversial recreational use to become a promising candidate for therapeutic purposes. However, the path to its approval has encountered…
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In an exciting development, Womble Bond Dickinson and Lewis Roca have announced that the two firms are combining, creating a formidable law firm with over 1,300 attorneys across 37 offices in the US and UK. This powerful alliance, effective January 1, 2025, will operate under Womble Bond Dickinson, led by Chair and CEO Merrick Benn and Vice Chair K…
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By helping pumping blood, Ventricular Assist Devices during end-stage heart failure can prolong life. They can be implanted instead of a heart transplant or while waiting for a heart transplant. They may, however, come with some unwanted side effects, such as infections of a wound that doesn’t heal. The reason is that a cable connecting the Ventric…
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As a Research Consultant for Womble Bond Dickinson in Medical and Scientific Solutions, Matt focuses on distilling complex medical literature to aid attorneys with their defense against medical claims. Additionally, Matt aids attorneys in developing scientific strategies for defense as well as challenging the scientific basis of plaintiff’s claims.…
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Arvind Karunakaran studies the intersections of work, AI, and organizational behavior. He says AI can enhance speed and productivity in the short run, yet degrade skills over time. But it is in organizational power dynamics where AI has had its most marked impact, he says, telling host Russ Altman about situations in law firms where AI has fostered…
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Trade-based money laundering poses a significant threat to the integrity of global financial systems. Criminals exploit international trade mechanisms to disguise illicit proceeds, making detection exceedingly complex. Traditional Trade-based money laundering detection systems often fall short in identifying intricate patterns and relationships tha…
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Dr. Robert Coleman, CEO of Codagenix, discusses their innovative approach to virus engineering, which includes developing a nasally-delivered COVID-19 vaccine that targets multiple virus proteins for broader protection. Codagenix's "rational virus design" method creates genetically stable vaccines and therapeutics, reducing the risk of harmful muta…
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In the fast-paced world of loan transactions, efficient closing processes are crucial for both lenders and borrowers. A seamless closing process not only saves time but also reduces costs and risks involved in the transaction, and one critical yet often underappreciated role in this process is that of local opinion counsel. These legal professional…
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This might be a tool that sports psychologists have dreamed of: a way to measure athletes’ mental training efficacy for boosting sports performance. You know, like when a runner runs slower today than the day before their coach has the data to compare. If that same runner puts less effort into their mental training, their sports psychologist would …
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Our guest today is Pedro Domingos, who is joining an elite group of repeat guests – he joined us before in episode 34 in April 2023. Pedro is Professor Emeritus Of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. He has done pioneering work in machine learning, like the development of Markov logic networks, which combine probabilis…
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On May 1, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill prohibiting the sale, holding, or distribution of cultivated meat in the state of Florida. This legislation defines "cultivated meat" as "any meat or food product produced from cultured animal cells," encompassing a broad range of products beyond just meat. The law applies to any food or drink for…
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We want to wish our listeners in the states a happy Labor Day weekend. We hope, wherever you are, you’re taking some time to savor the last bit of summer. After a couple months full of travel and news about the airplane industry, we can’t help wondering — are there better ways to build airplanes? Our previous guest, Ilan Kroo, an expert in aeronaut…
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The Fair Credit Reporting Act is a cornerstone of consumer protection legislation, designed to ensure the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information in the files of consumer reporting agencies. For furnishers of credit information—from national banks to fintech companies—the Act imposes specific obligations to report complete and accurate consu…
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We are speaking about the world where wheelchairs will not be needed after a spinal cord injury. There are 250 000-500 000 spinal cord injuries globally each year. “A bunch of crazy guys,” in the words of my guest, him included, wants the spinal cord to self-regenerate. He is sure that in the future, we won’t be even speaking about regenerating the…
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The Federal Communications Commission, or FCC, has unanimously approved a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and a Notice of Inquiry. They're introducing groundbreaking rules for AI-generated robocalls and robotexts, requiring transparency from callers and texters using AI tech. Read the full article. About the authors: Martin L. Stern Justin T. Bradley…
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Earlier this year, we discussed a new rule issued by the FTC regarding non-compete clauses. Today's episode will serve as an update of sorts as we dig into a recent decision handed down by a federal court in Dallas and how it will impact this rule. Read the full article. About the authors: John E. Pueschel| Richard J.R. Raleigh, Jr. Lee K. Van Voor…
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Political scientist Kathryn Stoner is the Director of the Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law (CDDRL) at Stanford and an authority on Russian/Ukrainian politics. She says views on the current war depend on which side someone is on: Many Russians and their leader Vladimir Putin say Ukrainians are Russians and have been since the 10t…
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Our guest in this episode is the journalist and author James Ball. James has worked for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism, The Guardian, WikiLeaks, BuzzFeed, The New European, and The Washington Post, among other organisations. As special projects editor at The Guardian, James played a key role in the Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of the NSA…
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When considering scientific evidence, it's often assumed that the most frequently cited articles appear in the most prestigious journals. However, this isn’t always accurate. Journals are ranked by their impact factor, which measures how often articles are cited in a given year. Surprisingly, junk science can be found in both esteemed peer-reviewed…
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How do you design a psychedelic trip that is predictable and effective? That frees people from cocaine addiction Without the common current side effects of psychedelics Just imagine being free from an addiction in a few hours This is what researchers and my guest today are trying to accomplish You’ll hear how did psychedelic studies continue in Swi…
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North Carolina lawmakers have recently passed a significant new bill aimed at attracting captive insurance companies and risk-retention groups to the state. This legislative measure, known as Senate Bill 319, received unanimous support from both parties and was endorsed by the North Carolina Captive Insurance Association, which represents the inter…
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Dan Schwartz is a cognitive psychologist and dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Education. He says that artificial intelligence is a different beast, but he is optimistic about its future in education. “It’s going to change stuff. It’s really an exciting time,” he says. Schwartz imagines a world not where AI is the teacher, but where human stu…
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The Massachusetts Consumer Privacy in Commercial Transactions Act, or simply the Act, places restrictions on how companies can request and collect personal identification information, or PII, that isn't necessary for a transaction. Although the Act predates online retail and doesn't specifically mention e-commerce, it's now being applied to online …
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Glucose is essential for life. And the insulin we produce is designed to leave just the right of amount in our bodies for healthy functioning. Thus, when we underproduce insulin - or we overproduce it - the results can be devastating. Nevan Charles Elam, Founder and CEO of Rezolute, tells us about their work to treat the “diabetic eye condition”, D…
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Federal contracts represent a lucrative opportunity for businesses across the United States, with a staggering $759 billion allocated in 2023 alone. Among these contracts are set-asides specifically designed for small and disadvantaged businesses under programs like the 8(a) Business Development Program. The allure of these contracts can sometimes …
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There are people who believe that stopping aging will be possible. For now, we can already speak about slowing down aging or even reversing aging – as Bryan Johnson set off to accomplish waving his "Don't Die" slogan. In this episode, you’ll hear about is collagen good for you? vegan collagen precursor at what age the production of some coenzymes s…
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In this episode, we have not one guest but two – Brett King and Robert Tercek, the hosts of the Futurists Podcast. Brett King is originally from Australia, and is now based in Thailand. He is a renowned author, and the founder of a breakthrough digital bank. He consults extensively with clients in the financial services industry. Robert Tercek, bas…
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In today's intricate corporate landscape, the fight against misconduct hinges on transparency and accountability. The U.S. Department of Justice has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative—the Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program—to bolster these efforts. Today's episode dives into how this program aims to transform whistleblowing across indus…
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Today, we’re re-running a fascinating conversation with Sara Singer, a Stanford professor of medicine, and an expert on integrated healthcare. Anyone who’s had to navigate the healthcare system knows it’s extremely complex, and care can often feel disjointed or inefficient. In this episode, Sara highlights new technologies that could improve integr…
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This week on BioTech Nation, Dr. Amit Kumar, President and CEO of Anixa Biosciences, talks about their work on a breast cancer vaccine which targets a protein thought only to be expressed during breastfeeding. Building on research by the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Kumar describes ongoing human clinical trials and their potential for women with BRCA muta…
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With the advancement in modern medicine, people are living longer than ever. In fact, the average life expectancy has largely risen over the last 40 years, and is predicted to rise to 85 by the year 2060. But the real question is, why do we age? And, is there a way to reverse it? Read the blog post. About the author: Matt Quinn, Ph.D.…
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Fetal surgeons save the life of a fetus with a birth defect – or improve the outcomes after birth – operating while still in utero. In a woman’s womb. Unsolvable so far – a hole in an amniotic sac after the surgery which causes preterm births. But here is where bioengineers have stepped in to support the surgeons. In this episode, you’ll hear about…
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The commercial real estate industry is at a critical juncture, confronting a staggering $2 trillion in debt maturities. With an estimated $929 billion due this year alone, real estate investors and commercial lenders must act swiftly and strategically. Read the full article. About the author Pamela V. Rothenberg…
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries left and right, and with it comes a wave of legal questions and challenges. One of the most pressing issues is how AI intersects with copyright law, specifically when it comes to digital replicas. Part I of a comprehensive report from the U.S. Copyright Office focuses on this very topic, examini…
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Psychologist Judy Fan is an expert in how physical objects facilitate learning. In the classroom, these include pencils, pens, paper, and whiteboards. But in any learning situation, the physical world provides tools for learning and communicating, often trumping the speed and reach of today’s digital technologies. These objects are cognitive tools …
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Our guest in this episode is Jordan Sparks, the founder and executive director of Oregon Brain Preservation (OBP), which is located at Salem, the capital city of Oregon. OBP offers the service of chemically preserving the brain in the hope of future restoration. Previously, Jordan was a dentist and a computer programmer, and he was successful enoug…
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In the evolving landscape of government contracting, staying abreast of regulatory changes is crucial for small businesses. Recently, the Small Business Administration announced a potential game-changing proposal that could significantly impact mentor-protégé joint ventures bidding for multiple award contracts. For small business owners, understand…
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