Episode 43
41. From Spinal Taps To Cellular Apps: Programming Life With Mark Kotter
We get into the innovative world of cellular programming, exploring its potential in revolutionizing meat production with companies like Meatable at the forefront. We also touch upon the controversial Oxycontin epidemic, shedding light on Purdue Pharmaceuticals' aggressive marketing strategies.…
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We get into the innovative world of cellular programming, exploring its potential in revolutionizing meat production with companies like Meatable at the forefront. We also touch upon the controversial Oxycontin epidemic, shedding light on Purdue Pharmaceuticals' aggressive marketing strategies. Mark Kotter, offers invaluable insights into the transformative work at Bit Bio, bridging the gap between fundamental science and real-world applications. Join us for a journey that spans from the intricacies of stem cells to the broader implications on society.
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:From Spinal Taps To Cellular Apps: Programming Life
- 00:06:42 Future of Biotech: Collaborative Ventures Between Giants Like Ginko and Google
- 00:11:33 The Cutting Edge: Mark Kotter on Microbiome, Cellular and Gene Therapies
- 00:13:58 Journey of Innovation: Transitioning from Neurosurgery to Biotech Entrepreneurship
- 00:19:39 Harnessing the Power of Genes: Unlocking Brain Cell Creation in Synthetic Biology
- 00:25:19 Solving the Drug Discovery Enigma: Addressing Challenges in Alzheimer's Research
- 00:27:31 Revolutionizing Pharma: Bit Bio's Innovative Cellular Models
- 00:34:20 Exploring Two X Technology: Advancements in Stem Cell Differentiation
- 00:39:33 Feeding the Future: The Promise of Stem Cells in Sustainable Meat Production
- 00:44:07 Safe Genetic Editing: Understanding Genomic Safe Harbors
- 00:49:03 Reviving the Past: Can Stem Cells Resurrect Extinct Species?
- 00:52:00 Decoding Aging: The Role of Epigenetic Noise in Cellular Lifespans
- 00:54:40 Turning Back the Clock: Stem Cell Strategies for Rejuvenation
- 01:01:20 The Oxycontin Debate: Exploring Pain Management Concerns from a Listener's Viewpoint
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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.