Episode 42
40. Moon Landings, Forever Chemicals, and Hogfish Skin: Erum & Karl’s Labor Day Bio Bonanza!
Karl and Erum dive into the fascinating world of biotechnology and explore the endless possibilities that biology offers. From leveraging unique biochemical processes found in animals and microbes to developing adaptive sunscreen and innovative applications, we uncover how biology can enhance our…
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Episode Description:
Karl and Erum dive into the fascinating world of biotechnology and explore the endless possibilities that biology offers. From leveraging unique biochemical processes found in animals and microbes to developing adaptive sunscreen and innovative applications, we uncover how biology can enhance our daily lives. We also discuss the recent advancements in space research and the potential of organ-on-a-chip technology. Join us as we unlock the power of biology and discover the exciting frontiers of biotech.
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 Introduction to the Wonders of Biotechnology
- 00:02:03 Delving Deep: The Boundless Potential of Biology in Modern Tech
- 00:08:15 Space Research and Biotech: India's Pioneering Advances
- 00:13:05 Environmental Interactions: How Biology Responds to External Factors
- 00:18:27 The Marvel of Hog Fish Skin: Nature's Camouflage at its Best
- 00:20:43 Enhancing Daily Life: Bio-Innovations in Beauty and Personal Care
- 00:25:27 The Microscopic World: Innovative Applications of Organ-on-a-Chip Technology
Episode Links:
‘India Is on the Moon’: Lander’s Success Moves Nation to Next Space Chapter (NYT)
Forever Chemicals are Everywhere. What Are They Doing to Us? (NYT Mag)
Hogfish ‘See’ With Their Skin, Even When They’re Dead (NYT)
Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer
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About Grow Everything
Grow Everything reveals the world of biology as technology. Hosts Erum Azeez Khan and Karl Schmieder talk with the founders, scientists, and executives biologizing entire industries — biomaterials from waste, precision fermentation, cultivated food — and unpack how the bioeconomy is solving health and climate challenges. Winner of SynBioBeta's 2026 Impact Award.