34. Bugging Out with Josh Robinson: Cocoon Biosciences Metamorphic Journey

Episode Description:

In the latest Grow Everything podcast episode, hosts Karl and Erum explore the exciting world of biotechnology, sustainability, and healthcare with Josh Robinson, CEO of Cocoon Bioscience. The trio delve into the pivotal role of small-scale production in diverse sectors, such as semiconductors and biology, hinting at the revolutionary potential of MRNA vaccines that can be mass-produced using minimal enzyme, despite its significant cost. Robinson emphasizes the need for natural, innovative solutions like fermentation, known for yielding high-value molecules. He piques listeners' curiosity about Cocoon's future and the broader biotech landscape in the forthcoming 3 to 10 years. The conversation concludes with a book recommendation - Andy Weir's "Hail", a space-set fictional adventure sure to intrigue the audience of science enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals alike.

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 GMOs: Unforeseen Impacts
• 00:01:51 Microbes: Turning Fruit Waste to Leather
• 00:05:18 Philadelphia Flooding: Lack of Preparedness
• 00:09:55 Cocoon Biosciences: Insects in Biotech Ecosystem
• 00:16:01 Enzyme Efficiency: Role of Folding and Glycosylation
• 00:17:38 Lab to Table: Cultivated Meat and Cocoon's Role
• 00:22:02 Bio Airport Facility: Upscaling Insect Rearing
• 00:27:14 Balancing Sustainability and Healthcare Access
• 00:34:01 Future of Cocoon and Biotech Industry
• 00:38:24 Book Recommendation: 'Hail' by Andy Weir
• 00:43:03 Navigating Spanish and Importance of Food Innovation
• 00:44:22 Next: Biotech Progress Discussion with Josh
• 00:51:25 Gratitude: Acknowledging Feedback and Engagement

Episode Links:

• LinkedIn
• Cocoon Bioscience
• Algenex (Cocoon’s Tech Partner)
• Pivot Bio 
• Hail Mary by Andy Weir
• Successful Science Writing by Janice Matthews

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