48. Belly of the Beast: How BiomEdit's Aaron Schacht Cashes in on Animal Microbiomes for Health & Profit.

Grow Everything Biotech Podcast

Episode Description:

Dive into a riveting exploration of the intricate dance between science, art, and the animal microbiome. Aaron Schacht delves deep into the transformative power of the microbiome in shaping animal health, the innovative strides in drug development, and the mesmerizing blend of genetics and artistry. From the challenges in livestock production to the silent symphony of cells at a genetic rave, join us on a journey that promises to redefine your understanding of biology and creativity.

Grow Everything brings to life the bioeconomy when hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories from the field and interview leaders and influencers in the space. Life is a powerful force and it can be engineered. What are we creating?

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Topics Covered:

• 00:00:00 - Delving into a World of Art and Biology: Biotech Beginnings
• 00:05:47 - Merging Education and Creativity: Enhancing Learning through Art
• 00:07:03 - Efficiency in Biotechnology: Maximizing Outcomes and Value
• 00:11:08 - Digital Advancements: Meta's Exploration of Cellular Models
• 00:14:49 - Big Moves in Biomed: Ginkgo-Pfizer and Merck-Daiichi Collaborations
• 00:18:24 - Unveiling Animal Health: A Rich Resource in Biomedical Research
• 00:20:02 - A Warm Welcome to the World of Animal Biomedicine
• 00:25:21 - Pioneering Drug Safety: The Role of Animal Models
• 00:30:41 - Sustainable Antibiotic Practices in Animal Farming
• 00:35:41 - Navigating Challenges: Bacterial Solutions and Microbiomes
• 00:39:55 - Bridging Academia and Industry: Productive Biotech Innovations
• 00:42:57 - Advancements in Livestock Health: Probiotics and Enzymes
• 00:45:44 - Introducing New Biological Therapeutics: Navigating USDA Regulations
• 00:49:23 - Crafting a Progressive Ecosystem: Investing in Animal Health
• 00:55:43 - Visioning the Future: Merging Animal Health with Financial Sustainability
• 00:59:21 - The Digital Leap: AI and Microbiome Engineering in Biomedicine
• 01:03:16 - Flavor Profiles: Unpacking the Animal Microbiome's Influence
• 01:07:18 - Collaboration in Biotech: Engaging in Thoughtful Panel Discussions

Episode Links:

LinkedIn

Music Genome Project

BiomEdit (company site)

Depeche Mode (band site)

Ed Ruscha (artist site)

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (organization site)

Headway (company site)

Gingko & Pfizer deal (story site)

Merck & Daiichi Sankyo (story site)

Gingko & Persephone collaboration (story site)

BioCortex - understanding drug-microbiome interactions (company site)

Culitvarium - domesticating non-model organisms (company site)

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