Inside Biotech

Daniel Arce, Bryan Jimenez, Danielle Luu, Stephanie Wu, Riley Elmer, Sanju Vardhan, Karishma Chhugani, Ethan Chung
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Inside Biotech is an exciting podcast from BCLA, which focuses on the science behind SoCal’s most innovative new biotech companies. This monthly podcast, hosted by Riley Conover Elmer and Karishma Chhugani, two Ph.D. Candidates at USC, and is the perfect way for anyone interested in LA’s biotech community to stay informed about current progress and developments. Episodes feature conversations with scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and more about the cutting-edge science that goes on inside their companies to offer listeners diverse perspectives from experts across niches and levels in the biotech space. On Inside Biotech, science story-telling meets big business, touching on a range of themes from across the world of southern California’s biotechnology industry.

  1. 8月21日

    Becoming a Better Scientific Writer

    Becoming a Better Scientific Writer In this episode of Inside Biotech, hosts Riley Conover Elmer and Karishma Chhugani discuss what makes scientific writing effective and how researchers can become better writers. They explore the importance of clarity, storytelling, and balancing technical language with accessibility. Riley and Karishma also share practical tips for becoming a better reader, efficiently navigating scientific literature, organizing important papers, and identifying key findings and limitations. They wrap up with strategies for staying motivated, setting writing goals, structuring manuscripts, and collaborating with co-authors and mentors. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or simply looking to strengthen your scientific communication skills, this episode offers practical advice for becoming a more confident scientific writer. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Becoming a Better Scientific Writer

  2. 7月29日

    Breaking Into Biotech: 5 Key Strategies to Success

    In this episode of Inside Biotech, Karishma Chhugani sits down with Rene Hubert, PhD, Scientific Director of Early Career Talent and Academic Engagement at Amgen, to discuss the experiences that shaped his journey from first-generation student to biotech leader. Rene reflects on overcoming financial hardship, language barriers, self-doubt, and setbacks while staying focused on his lifelong mission to make an impact on patients through science. Rene also shares his practical five-point plan for building a successful career in biotech, emphasizing the importance of internships, embracing challenges, networking, identifying your unique strengths, and developing a personal mantra that keeps you motivated through difficult times. Whether you’re a student exploring career options or an early-career scientist looking for guidance, this inspiring conversation offers valuable lessons on resilience, mentorship, and creating a meaningful career in biotechnology. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Breaking Into Biotech: 5 Key Strategies to Success

  3. 7月8日

    Hosts Chat with Riley Elmer : Tips and Tricks to Improving Scientific Presentations

    Strong scientific presentations are about more than sharing data they’re about making your research clear, engaging, and memorable. In this solo Host Chat episode of Inside Biotech, co-host Riley Conover-Elmer explores practical strategies for creating presentations that effectively communicate complex scientific ideas to a variety of audiences. Whether you’re preparing for a lab meeting, conference talk, thesis defense, or industry presentation, Riley shares techniques that can help you present your work with confidence and clarity. Throughout the episode, Riley discusses everything from organizing figures and designing cleaner, more effective slides to tailoring your message for your audience and handling challenging Q&A sessions with professionalism. Drawing from personal experiences and lessons learned throughout her scientific career, she offers actionable advice that researchers at every stage can immediately apply to improve both their presentations and their overall science communication skills. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Hosts Chat with Riley Elmer : Tips and Tricks to Improving Scientific Presentations

  4. 7月3日

    The Unexpected Road to Changing Metabolism

    In this episode of Inside Biotech, we sit down with Philip Sell, founder of Metaba, a biotech company focused on developing new approaches to combat drug-resistant infections, including tuberculosis.We dive into the founding story of Metaba, exploring the problem the company aims to solve and the scientific strategy behind its approach. Philip discusses the challenges of transitioning from a research-focused background to leading a startup, as well as the realities of building a biotech company from the ground up. The conversation also highlights the global impact of tuberculosis, the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, and why developing new treatments is both urgent and complex. Philip shares his perspective on the future of infectious disease drug discovery and offers advice for scientists interested in entering the startup space. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    The Unexpected Road to Changing Metabolism

  5. 6月3日

    Networking Your Way Into Biotech

    NEW HOSTS CHAT EPISODE Networking can feel intimidating, but it remains one of the most powerful tools for career growth. In this Hosts Chat, Karishma Chhugani shares her perspective on building meaningful professional relationships, making the most of LinkedIn, and why attending local networking events can lead to opportunities you never expected. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or industry professional, the connections you make today could help shape your future tomorrow. Listen now and join the conversation. #InsideBiotech #Biotech #Networking #LinkedIn #CareerDevelopment #LifeScience #BiotechCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Networking Your Way Into Biotech

  6. 5月16日

    Careers in Motion Across Life Sciences

    Live from BPI West 🎙️ This week on Inside Biotech, Riley Elmer sits down with Andrew Bender from Atlas, Sage Aronson from Kymo Co, and Yogesh Brahmecha from Janux Therapeutics for a conversation on AI wearables, metabolism and inflammation, cancer immunotherapy, and the future of biotech innovation. From machine learning and translational oncology to drug discovery and entrepreneurship, this panel dives into the interdisciplinary future of biotech. Hosted by Riley Elmer. 🧬 #InsideBiotech #Biotech #BPIWest #AI #Immunotherapy #DrugDiscovery #MachineLearning #HealthcareInnovation Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Careers in Motion Across Life Sciences

  7. 3月2日

    Where Life Science Meets Litigation

    In this episode, Karishma interviews Tim, a patent litigator at Mintz, discussing his journey from a potential medical career to law, the skills gained in law school, and the intersection of biotechnology and law. Tim shares insights on his current role, the importance of scientific knowledge in patent law, and the challenges of explaining complex scientific concepts in legal contexts. He also offers advice for aspiring lawyers and reflects on the future of biotech and patent law in the LA ecosystem. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    Where Life Science Meets Litigation

  8. 1月29日

    5 Key Findings to Becoming a Great Scientific Mentor with Riley Elmer

    What actually makes a good mentor, and how do you find one who’s right for you? In this episode of Inside Biotech, new host Riley explores how mentorship shapes scientific careers, sharing five key principles for building strong mentor–mentee relationships. Drawing from personal experience, the conversation highlights aligning values, looking beyond expertise, and embracing productive tension to support growth in science. Perfect for graduate students and early-career researchers navigating advisor relationships, lab culture, and long-term career development in academia or industry. Follow our Instagram @insidebiotech for updates about episodes and upcoming guests! To learn more about BCLA’s events and consulting visit our website. Follow BCLA on LinkedIn

    5 Key Findings to Becoming a Great Scientific Mentor with Riley Elmer
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番組について

Inside Biotech is an exciting podcast from BCLA, which focuses on the science behind SoCal’s most innovative new biotech companies. This monthly podcast, hosted by Riley Conover Elmer and Karishma Chhugani, two Ph.D. Candidates at USC, and is the perfect way for anyone interested in LA’s biotech community to stay informed about current progress and developments. Episodes feature conversations with scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and more about the cutting-edge science that goes on inside their companies to offer listeners diverse perspectives from experts across niches and levels in the biotech space. On Inside Biotech, science story-telling meets big business, touching on a range of themes from across the world of southern California’s biotechnology industry.

情報

  • クリエイター
    Daniel Arce, Bryan Jimenez, Danielle Luu, Stephanie Wu, Riley Elmer, Sanju Vardhan, Karishma Chhugani, Ethan Chung
  • 配信期間
    21年 - 26年
  • エピソード
    45
  • 制限指定
    不適切な内容を含まない
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Inside Biotech
  • 番組のWebサイト
    Inside Biotech

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