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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: From Whitewater Kayaking to High-Stakes Startups with Gerrit McGowan

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In this episode of When Science Speaks, Mark talks with Gerrit McGowan, a lifelong entrepreneur and former competitive whitewater kayaker. Gerrit shares valuable insights on overcoming networking dread, gaining buy-in from stakeholders, and creating value for customers. Learn about his journey from competitive kayaking to founding a venture-backed marketing tech company used by…

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: From Whitewater Kayaking to High-Stakes Startups with Gerrit McGowan

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From Tenure to Tech: How Ginger Lockhart, Ph.D. Transformed Academic Skills into Startup Success

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Episode Summary: This week, host Mark Bayer sits down with Ginger Lockhart, Ph.D. founder of Quantfish, to delve into the world of startups and career transitions. Ginger shares her journey from tenured professor to successful entrepreneur, offering valuable insights for PhDs considering similar shifts. Discover how to leverage academic skills for startup success and overcome…

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From Tenure to Tech: How Ginger Lockhart, Ph.D. Transformed Academic Skills into Startup Success

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From Basic Research to Community-Building and Entrepreneurship with Elena Itskovich, Ph.D.

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Early Academic Journey Elena’s journey from studying physics and computer science to discovering her passion for life sciences and medicine. Overcoming challenges in academic pursuits and finding her calling in translational research. Translating Complex Science for Wider Audiences Practical techniques for effective science communication, emphasizing the importance of practice and feedback loops. Building community through…

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From Basic Research to Community-Building and Entrepreneurship with Elena Itskovich, Ph.D.

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Startups and the Transition from Academia to Entrepreneurship with Ricky Patel, Ph.D.

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This episode of the “When Science Speaks” podcast features Ricky Patel, Ph.D., founder and CEO of Point Science Analytics, a startup that simplifies biotech information for investors and consultants. Point Science Analytics aims to filter and curate for investors and consultants in biotech, energy, and new space industries all the information they need to make…

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Startups and the Transition from Academia to Entrepreneurship with Ricky Patel, Ph.D.

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Science in the Service of Skin Care with Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D. (+ Special Offer for Listeners)

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This week’s episode features Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of ONE SKIN, an innovative skincare company that addresses skin health at the molecular level, targeting the root causes of aging so skin functions, feels, and looks younger. Listeners get a special offer when they go to OneSkin.co: Enter SCIENCE15 to get a…

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Science in the Service of Skin Care with Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D. (+ Special Offer for Listeners)

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From Science Writer to Venture Capitalist and Biotech Startup Advisor with Steve Dickman

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On this week’s episode, Mark’s guest is Steve Dickman, CEO of CBT Advisors, a strategic consultancy supporting the biotech industry. Topics discussed during the episode include: How Steve made the transition from working at Science and at Nature – where he founded and ran the first Nature news bureau in Germany, among other responsibilities…

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From Science Writer to Venture Capitalist and Biotech Startup Advisor with Steve Dickman

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Pitch Perfect: Startup and Leadership Lessons with John Younger, MD

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In this week’s episode, John Younger, MD, Vice President for Science and Technology at University City Science Center in Philadelphia, PA, shares his expert perspectives as a physician-scientist and biotech entrepreneur. Drawing upon his unique blend of skills and experience, John discusses: The main ingredients of a winning pitch from startups to potential investors…

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Pitch Perfect: Startup and Leadership Lessons with John Younger, MD

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: From Whitewater Kayaking to High-Stakes Startups with Gerrit McGowan

From Tenure to Tech: How Ginger Lockhart, Ph.D. Transformed Academic Skills into Startup Success

From Basic Research to Community-Building and Entrepreneurship with Elena Itskovich, Ph.D.

Startups and the Transition from Academia to Entrepreneurship with Ricky Patel, Ph.D.

Science in the Service of Skin Care with Alessandra Zonari, Ph.D. (+ Special Offer for Listeners)

From Science Writer to Venture Capitalist and Biotech Startup Advisor with Steve Dickman

Pitch Perfect: Startup and Leadership Lessons with John Younger, MD

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