A casual conversational podcast about the non-scientific parts of life in the biotech industry, this show contains conversations about topics including career paths, side hustles, and whatever is going on in the field right now. Hosted by Maria Nattestad and Robert Aboukhalil, this show includes a mix of interviews with guests doing interesting things in this space, answering listener questions, and otherwise just talking about topics we think are interesting, all while avoiding the actual science as much as possible.
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A casual conversational podcast about the non-scientific parts of life in the biotech industry, this show contains conversations about topics including career paths, side hustles, and whatever is going on in the field right now. Hosted by Maria Nattestad and Robert Aboukhalil, this show includes a mix of interviews with guests doing interesting things in this space, answering listener questions, and otherwise just talking about topics we think are interesting, all while avoiding the actual science as much as possible.
We're taking the conversations we might have at a conference cocktail hour and bringing them to you on your walk, drive, or while you do dishes.
006: Running biotech startups differently with Kaja Wasik
OMGenomics Podcast
1 hour 10 minutes 35 seconds
2 years ago
006: Running biotech startups differently with Kaja Wasik
We interview Kaja Wasik, co-founder of Variant Bio, whose goal is to develop new therapies by studying the genetics of communities with exceptional health traits.
Topics:
* Kaja's circuitous journey in the biotech startup industry.
* How Variant Bio ethically collects genetic data from more than 20 populations worldwide.
* Their unique approach to benefit sharing with the communities they work with.
Show notes:
* Kaja's fundraiser for Life Science Cares: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kaja-wasik1
* Twitter: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kajawasik
* LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kaja-wasik-8a8aa26b/
* Variant Bio's work in French Polynesia: https://vimeo.com/683490754
* Variant Bio's work in the Faroe Islands: https://vimeo.com/705567729
Where to find us online:
https://omgenomics.com
OMGenomics Podcast
A casual conversational podcast about the non-scientific parts of life in the biotech industry, this show contains conversations about topics including career paths, side hustles, and whatever is going on in the field right now. Hosted by Maria Nattestad and Robert Aboukhalil, this show includes a mix of interviews with guests doing interesting things in this space, answering listener questions, and otherwise just talking about topics we think are interesting, all while avoiding the actual science as much as possible.
We're taking the conversations we might have at a conference cocktail hour and bringing them to you on your walk, drive, or while you do dishes.
