Bio from the Bayou James Zanewicz

What sets Tulane's business development efforts apart in the competitive field of medical research and corporate partnerships?

In this episode, we explore the innovative business development strategies at Tulane with James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, Chief Strategy Officer at Tulane School of Medicine and the Tulane National Primate Research Center. Hosted by Elaine Hamm, PhD, this episode offers an insider’s look at how Tulane Medicine fosters impactful corporate engagement and the tangible returns on investment they achieve.

In this episode, you'll discover:
• The unique aspects of Tulane's business development approach and how they drive success.
• Specific examples of the impressive ROI produced by Tulane's business development team.
• The reasons why external partners should consider engaging with the Tulane School of Medicine.

To learn more about Tulane's transformative business development model and explore partnership opportunities, hit play and listen now.

Curious about how philanthropy can drive significant healthcare advancements?

In this episode, we explore the Milken Institute’s (MI) work towards improving environmental, physical, and mental healthcare with Caitlyn Barrett, PhD, hosted by James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP.

The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving lives through innovative solutions and strategic philanthropy. This episode delves into the real-world impact of MI Philanthropy on patient healthcare and how you can get involved.

In this episode, you'll discover:
• The mission and vision of the Milken Institute and its role in advancing healthcare.
• Insights into the Future of Health Summit, MI’s premier event for healthcare thought leaders.
• Ways you can engage with the Milken Institute and find collaboration opportunities.

To not miss out on shaping the future of healthcare with the Milken Institute, hit play and listen now.

Have you ever wondered how sex-based differences can impact medical research and treatment outcomes? In this episode, we explore the critical role of sex-based medicine with our special guest, Franck Mauvais-Jarvis, MD, PhD, Professor of Medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine. Hosted by Elaine Hamm, PhD, this episode reveals why it's essential to consider sex differences in medical research and treatment design, highlighting the groundbreaking work being done at the Tulane Center of Excellence in Sex-Based Biology and Medicine.

In this episode, you'll discover:
• The significance of appropriately considering sex in medical research and the impact on treatment outcomes.
• The inspiration behind the creation of the Tulane Center of Excellence in Sex-Based Biology and Medicine.
• Why treating male and female patients as distinct populations is crucial for advancing healthcare.

To learn more about the transformative importance of sex-based medicine and stay informed on this vital aspect of healthcare, hit play and listen now.

Have you ever wondered how AI (Artificial Intelligence) can improve our healthcare outcomes and save lives? In this episode, we dive deep into the revolutionary impact of AI in healthcare with our special guest, Elaine Hamm, PhD, Executive Director of the Alliance for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare (AAIH). Hosted by James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, this episode uncovers the exciting possibilities and significant advancements AI brings to the healthcare industry.

In this episode, you'll discover:
• How AI is currently being utilized to enhance patient care, diagnostics, and treatment planning.
• AAIH's insights on the Unified Patient Record and President Biden’s Executive Order on AI, and what these mean for the future of healthcare.
• How you can join AAIH and contribute to the responsible adoption of AI in healthcare.

To learn more about the transformative power of AI in healthcare and stay ahead in this rapidly evolving field, hit play and listen now.

Look into the future of biotech with hosts James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and Elaine Hamm, PhD, as they recount their experiences and key takeaways from the June 2024 BIO International Convention in San Diego. This year’s conference brought together leaders in the biotech industry to explore groundbreaking advancements and discuss the latest trends shaping the future of biotech. James and Elaine delve into BIO 2024’s major themes, where many conversations focused on either women's health or the transformative role of AI in healthcare. They provide listeners with an insider’s perspective on the most significant areas of innovation, investment and collaborative efforts that promise to propel the industry forward.

Key Highlights:
• Focus on Women’s Health: Discussions on innovative research and emerging technologies addressing women's unique health challenges.
• AI in Healthcare: The rapid adoption of AI enhancing diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.
• Successful Side Events: Highlights from highly successful side events like the Bullpen, Ticket to Biotech, and Bio from the Bayou.
• Investment: Last year most investors focused on their current portfolio but new investments are picking back up. However, with the IPO market still sluggish many investors were looking for an end game of acquisitions or exit plans.
• Productive Partnering: Reflections on the productive partnering sessions and the optimistic outlook for the future of the biotech industry.

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In this engaging episode of BIO from the BAYOU, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sits down with Marc Malandro, PhD, to explore the impactful work of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI). Founded in 2015, CZI initially broadly aims to tackle some of society's most pressing challenges to create a more inclusive, just, and healthy future. Having announced a next-phase on being a science-forward organization in January of 2024, Malandro is an increasingly key figure in CZI’s ongoing initiatives (at the time of the interview as VP of Science Operations and now serving as Chief Operating Officer for the entire organization).

Malandro also delves into the BioHub Network, which empowers scientists to pursue bold, high-risk ideas, and emphasizes the crucial role of collaboration in driving scientific progress. This episode was recorded at Bio on the Bayou, an annual event in New Orleans that highlights academic science, biotech innovations, and startups from the Gulf South region.