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🎯 Challenging the Biotech Status Quo with Jon Chee of Excedr!
Dive into a transformative conversation with Jon Chee, the CEO and Co-founder of Excedr, as he shares his journey from the wet labs of UC Berkeley to revolutionizing the way life science startups access mission-critical equipment.

🚀 Main Points:
1️⃣ The Excedr Mission: Discover how Excedr is bridging the gap between life sciences and financial services, offering founder-friendly equipment leases to accelerate high-impact research.
2️⃣ The Power of Leasing: Uncover the benefits of leasing over purchasing, from improved cash flow to accelerated research timelines.
3️⃣ The Vision for the Future: Jon's long-term vision for Excedr and how it aims to improve health outcomes globally.

👤About Jon Chee:
With over a decade in the life sciences industry, Jon Chee co-founded Excedr to alleviate the financial burdens faced by early-stage life science companies. His academic background in Molecular Toxicology from UC Berkeley and his passion for entrepreneurship drive his mission to support groundbreaking research.

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🗣️ Top Quotes from Jon Chee:
(00:12:45) "Entrepreneurship started when I wanted to alleviate obstacles impeding our lab's ability to research."
(00:28:41) "I enjoy challenging the status quo and constantly asking, 'Why?'"
(00:56:34) "Having a mission you truly believe in makes facing rejection worthwhile."
(01:09:03) "Finding win-win situations is more than just business; it's about living a life worth remembering."
(01:45:58) "Over time, challenges net out and head in the right direction. As long as our North Star is clear, we'll be just fine."

⏰ Timestamps:
(00:02:26) The Art of Starting a Podcast: Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman
(00:06:31) Conversations Over Drinks: The Essence of Podcasting
(00:13:13) From Gaming to Entrepreneurship: A Journey of Building
(00:15:35) The Art of Game Theory in Poker
(00:16:28) Disrupting Predictable Strategies
(00:19:39) Poker's Parallels to Business and Investing
(00:28:41) Challenging the Status Quo: The Power of Asking Why
(00:29:56) Growing the Pie: Value for All Stakeholders
(00:38:22) Expanding Horizons: Serving the US Research Community
(00:42:03) Navigating Europe's Complex Landscape
(00:43:51) The Entrepreneurial Shift: Berkeley vs. Stanford
(00:51:56) Bridging the Gap: Science Meets Finance
(00:54:22) "Embracing the Village Mentality in Science"
(00:56:34) "Mission-Driven Persistence Amidst Rejection"
(01:04:48) "Defining Value in Stakeholder-Centric Deals"
(01:07:05) Building for a 100-Year Journey
(01:08:39) Living Life with Win-Win Situations
(01:14:42) Demystifying Entrepreneurship in Science
(01:20:53) Improving Health Outcomes: A North Star
(01:21:52) The Digital Revolution: Global Accessibility and Connection
(01:29:40) Navigating Financial Challenges in Startup Ecosystems
(01:34:36) Deep Dive into Lab Equipment Financing
(01:37:01) Distributed Bio: A Success Story
(01:44:36) The Future of Venture Capital in Silicon Valley
(01:48:18) Europe's Unique Science Funding Landscape
(01:49:43) U.S. Ecosystems Beyond Silicon Valle
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The digital age has brought forth a plethora of opportunities, but with it comes a maze of complexities, especially when it comes to patenting digital innovations. Many tech-savvy entrepreneurs find themselves lost, patenting solutions that are either meaningless or purely artificial. But what if the problem isn't with the technology, but with the approach?
🔹 Discover the Misconceptions: Understand why starting with technology can lead you astray and how a customer-centric approach is the key.
🔹 The AI Paradox: Dive into the intricacies of patenting AI and why mentioning the tech might not always be the best strategy.
🔹 Real-world Examples: Learn from a groundbreaking patent involving salmon and lasers, illustrating the essence of unique patenting.
Meet Prof. Alexander Wurzer, a luminary in IP management and a professor at CEIPI, University of Strasbourg. With a rich tapestry of over 200 publications and a revolutionary method in IP design, he unravels the enigma of intellectual property in the digital realm.
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This episode was recorded in December 2020.

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Are you part of the 70%? 
Vitamin D deficiency is a silent crisis affecting both the U.S. and Europe. The lack of this essential nutrient can lead to severe mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, due to its role in serotonin production. Physical health is also at risk, with increased chances of respiratory issues and even cancer. In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the Huberman Lab Podcast, where Dr. Andrew Huberman and his guest Dr. Rhonda Patrick, discuss the alarming rates and severe health consequences of Vitamin D deficiency.
Who are Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Rhonda Patrick?
Dr. Andrew Huberman is a renowned neuroscientist and professor at Stanford University. His guest, Dr. Rhonda Patrick, is an expert in nutritional health. Together, they unpack the science behind Vitamin D, its crucial role in our body, and why you should be concerned about your Vitamin D levels.
Who Needs to Watch This?
If you care about your mental and physical health, this episode is a must-watch. Whether you're in the U.S. or Europe, young or old, the information here is vital for everyone.
What You'll Learn:
The science behind Vitamin D and its production in our bodyHow Vitamin D affects your mood and immune systemThe relationship between skin color and Vitamin D productionPractical tips for proper Vitamin D supplementationTimestamps:
(01:22) Introduction to Vitamin D's Importance
(01:46) Vitamin D and Skin Color
(03:17) Vitamin D Deficiency in the Population
(04:49) Vitamin D and Gene Regulation
(04:59) Vitamin D and Serotonin
(07:15) Importance of Testing Vitamin D Levels
(07:27) Vitamin D Supplementation Dosage
Take Control of Your Health
Don't be part of the statistics. Consult your physician or pharmacy today to get your Vitamin D levels checked. Your health is in your hands.
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Did you know that the fight against climate change is shaping up to be the biggest business opportunity since the rise of the internet?

Imagine a multi-trillion-dollar market waiting to be tapped! Yair Reem and his €300M venture capital firm, Extantia Capital, are not just imagining it—they're building it.

Tune in to discover how you can be part of this green gold rush!

🎙️ What's in the Episode:
1️⃣ The Urgency of Climate Change: Yair discusses why climate change is not just an environmental issue but a ticking time bomb that affects every sector of the economy.
2️⃣ The Role of Venture Capital: Learn how Extantia Capital is more than just a fund—it's a €300M platform that unites mission-driven entrepreneurs, scientists, and business leaders to advance the transition to a greener future.
3️⃣ The Multi-Trillion Dollar Opportunity: Yair shares insights into how the fight against climate change creates unprecedented business opportunities, potentially even 100x bigger than the internet revolution.

👨‍💼 About Yair Reem:
Yair Reem is more than an investor; he's a builder. From childhood Legos to Electrical Engineering and co-founding Extantia Capital, his path is fueled by a drive to make impact. With experience on both sides of investment, he knows what makes a firm succeed. His motto, "Do well by doing good," shows his belief that profit and impact can coexist.

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📌 Quotes:
(21:10) "The technologies we have today can only take us halfway to net zero emissions. There's a lot of technology that still needs to be developed and scaled to make it ready for the mass market."
(23:38) "To bridge the 50% gap in fighting climate change, we need to deploy capital to motivate scientists to develop new solutions and companies to scale those solutions."
(57:58) "When we look at the intersection of public and private sectors, we see that regulators are essential for both basic research and for making certain industries profitable where they currently aren't. But the key question remains: How do we ensure that these profits are reinvested to drive down costs and improve processes, rather than being siphoned off for other uses?"
(1:07:08) "The worst time to raise money is when you need it; the best time is when you don't."
(1:36:32) "We don't just take a good team and build a good product with them; we take a good team with a good product and help make that an excellent business."
(2:01:12) "My wish is that we will see much more peace in the future, thanks to ubiquitous and cheap energy."

⏰ Timestamps:
(03:30) Yair Reem's Journey: Electrical Engineering to Climate Tech
(09:33) Urgency of Climate Change
(21:10) Tech Gap: Net Zero Emissions by 2050
(22:06) Tech Innovation in Climate Change
(23:38) Bridging the 50% Gap
(30:36) Sustainability, Growth, Social Justice
(40:38) Short-Term Sacrifice for Long-Term Gain
(42:31) Role of Regulation in Climate Solutions
(48:47) Financial Returns in Climate Investments
(59:01) Airline Profits: Bankruptcy to Flourishing
(1:03:34) The Tim Cook Effect
(1:13:02) VC Ecosystems: Secret Sauce
(1:19:57) Art of Syndication in High-Stakes
(1:28:35) Retrofitti
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"Are you tired of the long, winding road of drug discovery, full of dead-ends and costly detours? Do you wish there was a more efficient way to navigate the complex landscape of pharmaceutical R&D?
In this episode, we bring you the solution that promises to be the 'Google Maps' for drug discovery. Samantha Dale Strasser, PhD, CSO and co-founder of Pepper Bio, shares her revolutionary approach to drug discovery that's already making waves in the healthcare industry.
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In this special episode, we bring you exclusive insights from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, straight from the Berkshire Hathaway 2023 Shareholder Meeting. They tackle the age-old investor's dilemma: 

How to balance short-term profits with long-term sustainability. Whether you're a retail investor or running a multi-billion dollar fund, this episode is packed with wisdom you won't want to miss.
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