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Lou Kassa, CEO of the PABC
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The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) is a nonprofit life sciences incubator dedicated to the creation of a world-class biotechnology center; to the promotion of regional economic development and job creation; and to the education and training of tomorrow’s researchers. More here: https://www.pabiotechbc.org

  1. 2d ago

    BriaCell in Focus: CEO Insights & What’s Coming Next

    In this episode, we sit down with the CEO of BriaCell to discuss the company’s latest developments, vision for the future and the opportunities ahead. Also, learn more about the PABC's upcoming event - the Regional Biotechnology Conference on Oct. 15. Keynote speakers include Alex Gorsky, former chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson and Neil Sheppard, Cofounder of BlueWhale Bio.  Learn more here.

  2. May 18

    Human Health, Innovation & Leadership with Jeff Marrazzo

    This episode features Jeff Marrazzo, Co-Founder of Spark Therapeutics, discussing his journey in human health and entrepreneurship. You'll also learn about the PABC’s two new board members: Mark R. Schweiker, former Governor of Pennsylvania, and J. David Owens, biotech entrepreneur and executive.

  3. Mar 26

    The Future of Tech Transfer

    This episode features updates about the state of biotech, NIH funding and some of the latest news shaping the biotech industry.  The second half features Heather Steinman, senior vice president, business development and executive director of technology transfer at The Wistar Institute and Carole Burns, director of innovation and entrepreneurship at the Blumberg Institute. They discuss the future of tech transfer along with some key advice to our listeners. Other news - We’re proud to announce that Lou Kassa has been featured on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Power 100 for the fourth year in a row! Read more here.

  4. Jan 30

    Biotech News: NIH Funding and the Road Ahead

    Biotech startups depend on NIH grants that are now in doubt. How can we keep the NIH support flowing? Hear from Wistar CEO Dr. Dario Altieri and top political consultant Craig Snyder in the latest edition of Biotech Insiders with Lou Kassa.  In the second half, hear about the biotech environment with John George of the Philadelphia Business Journal.

  5. Jan 15

    Educating the Next Generation of Scientists

    In this episode, we dive deep into our education programs and hear from those who make them truly unique. Dr. Scott Willett, academic director at the Blumberg Institute, manages and oversees the programs and assists hands-on with our 10-Week College Internship program and Central Bucks School District partnership. Dr. Pat Romano created and leads our Summer Two-Week Enrichment program designed for local high school students.  Our second half features Dr. Nicole Geracimos, who is president of the medical staff at Penn Medicine Doylestown Health and a guest speaker during the Summer Two-Week program.  To learn more about our education programs and how to support, please visit, blumberginstitute.org!

  6. 11/04/2025

    Science Meets Startup: The Journey of Two Successful Entrepreneurs

    In this episode of #Biotech Insiders, you'll hear from two amazing scientist-entrepreneurs, Nicholas Siciliano, PhD, CEO and Co-Founder of Vittoria Biotherapeutics and Josep Bassaganya-Riera, PhD, CEO and president of NImmune Biopharma, who have started extremely successful companies.  We’re also thrilled that Dr. Siciliano is the Keynote Speaker at our Nov. 13 Regional Biotechnology Conference at the PABC!  Interested in attending the Nov. 13 event? More can be found here!

  7. 10/01/2025

    Healthy Hair, backed by Science with Naturaz

    In this episode, we dive into the science behind Naturaz, a hair care brand built on vegan, non-GMO formulations. Mumbi Dunjwa, founder of Naturaz, discusses the company’s origin story and how Naturaz is reshaping the conversation around beauty, self-acceptance and sustainability.  More on Naturaz can be found here.

  8. 06/20/2025

    PABC-resident company CEO talks about collaboration; former intern shares her experiences

    In this episode, you'll hear from Frank Jones, CEO of Greene Street Pharmaceuticals, a company dedicated to advancing innovative transdermal medicine. Greene Street also plays a vital role in training the next generation of scientists by welcoming interns throughout the year. Diya Thomas, a student at Penn State University, shares her experience at the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) and her internship at Greene Street.

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The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) is a nonprofit life sciences incubator dedicated to the creation of a world-class biotechnology center; to the promotion of regional economic development and job creation; and to the education and training of tomorrow’s researchers. More here: https://www.pabiotechbc.org

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  • Creator
    Lou Kassa, CEO of the PABC
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
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