Data in Biotech

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Data in Biotech is a fortnightly podcast exploring how companies leverage data to drive innovation in life sciences.  Every two weeks, Ross Katz, Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn, sits down with an expert from the world of biotechnology to understand how they use data science to solve technical challenges, streamline operations, and further innovation in their business.  You can learn more about CorrDyn - an enterprise data specialist that enables excellent companies to make smarter strategic decisions - at www.corrdyn.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Inside Dash Bio’s productized CRO model with Ander Tallet

    Ander Tallet, co-founder and COO of Dash Bio and CEO of DigitalRadius, joins Ross Katz to discuss transforming the traditional CRO model through automation, transparency, and productization. Drawing on deep experience from Moderna, Science Exchange, and his leadership roles in digital transformation, Ander shares how Dash Bio is slashing turnaround times, improving data quality, and simplifying procurement for biotech companies. This episode unpacks the future of CRO services, strategic procurement, and the power of operational innovation in biotech. What you'll learn in this episode: >> Why traditional CRO models hinder speed and transparency in biotech >> How Dash Bio delivers 90% faster turnaround through automation >> What productizing CRO services really means for the customer experience >> How regulatory requirements shape innovation in clinical bioanalysis >> Why investor buy-in requires solving real, painful problems in biotech Meet our guest Ander Tallett is the co-founder and COO of Dash Bio and the CEO of DigitalRadius, where he leads digital transformation initiatives as one of the largest Smartsheet partners in the ecosystem. He previously served as Chief Strategy Officer at Science Exchange and co-founded Block Mill Capital, a B2B SaaS-focused investment fund shaped by his experience evaluating and implementing more than 100 SaaS platforms.  About the host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with our guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Ander Tallet on LinkedIn  Connect with us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    43 min

  2. 12/31/2025

    From discovery to delivery: AI’s impact on nanomedicine

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, Ross Katz chats with Mitra Mosharraf, Chief Scientific Officer at HTD Biosystems, about how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing nanomedicine. They explore the use of AI in drug discovery, formulation, manufacturing, and clinical development, highlighting how data-driven strategies are improving safety, reducing costs, and enabling more personalized therapies in the biotech space. What you'll learn in this episode: >> How AI and ML reduce costs and increase success rates in nanomedicine development. >> Key challenges in nano drug delivery and how machine learning helps overcome them. >> How HTD Biosystems' iFormulate platform speeds up formulation with predictive modeling. >> How wearables and real-time data are reshaping clinical trial design. >> The future of personalized and automated drug delivery systems. Meet our guest Mitra Mosharraf is the Chief Scientific Officer at HTD Biosystems and co-founder of Engimata Inc. With 20+ years of experience, she leads innovation in biologics, nanomedicine, and lipid-based delivery systems. Mitra is a recognized thought leader in pharmaceutical sciences. About the host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Mitra Mosharraf on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    47 min

  3. 12/26/2025

    Jaidev Chakka on building the future of bioprinted medicine

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, Ross Katz chats with Jaidev Chakka, Principal Scientist at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, about how 3D bioprinting and AI are reshaping pharmaceutical manufacturing. They explore the development of custom scaffolds for tissue engineering, the integration of gene delivery systems, and how data-driven approaches are enabling smarter, more scalable solutions in personalized medicine. What you'll learn in this episode: >> How 3D printing is enabling customized bone scaffolds and regenerative therapies >> The role of AI in optimizing pharmaceutical 3D printing parameters >> How organoids can act as micro-organs for testing and computation >> The promise and challenge of personalized, on-demand drug manufacturing >> Why collaboration between data scientists and biopharma researchers is critical Meet our guest LR Jaidev Chakka is a Principal Scientist at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, pioneering 3D bioprinting, drug delivery, and organoid research to revolutionize patient care and pharma manufacturing. About the host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Jaidev Chakka on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    45 min

  4. 12/22/2025

    From screening to IND: How Veloxity accelerates critical drug decisions

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, Ross Katz sits down with Callie Celichowski and Isa Kupke from Veloxity Labs to discuss how their CRO leverages speed, precision, and innovation to support drug development. Learn how they use mass spectrometry, cloud-based infrastructure, and hands-on client partnerships to drive rapid, high-quality bioanalytical insights that support everything from preclinical studies to FDA submissions. What you'll learn in this episode: >> Why "speed with purpose" is essential for bioanalytical CROs supporting biotech and pharma clients >> The benefits and challenges of working with peptides and GLP-1 receptor agonists >> How the SCIEX 8600 enhances detection of low-concentration analytes Meet our guests Isa Kupke is Scientist II at Veloxity Labs, where she specializes in mass spectrometry and method development for preclinical and regulated bioanalytical programs. She also co-founded Blyde Botanics, bridging plant-based science and product development. Callie Celichowski is Senior Director of Business Development at Veloxity Labs, with over two decades in the pharmaceutical and CRO space. She's recognized for building strategic client partnerships and driving rapid, data-driven decision-making. About the host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Isa Kupke on LinkedIn Connect with Callie Celichowski on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    26 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    Revolutionizing bioanalysis with high-resolution mass spec

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, host Ross Katz sits down with Eshani Galermo, Staff Scientist at SCIEX, to explore the next generation of mass spectrometry in pharma and biopharma. Eshani explains how innovations like the ZenoTOF 8600 are redefining sensitivity, selectivity, and workflow efficiency in bioanalytical chemistry. Discover how high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) systems are unlocking new capabilities in drug discovery, clinical studies, and regulatory science. What you'll learn in this episode: >> Why traditional mass spectrometry falls short in modern bioanalysis >> How the ZenoTOF 8600 enhances sensitivity and reduces sample volume needs >> The role of high-resolution systems in detecting complex drug metabolites >> How automation tools are streamlining workflows for bioanalytical scientists >> The complementary role of AI and ML in mass spec data analysis Meet our guest Eshani Galermo is a Staff Scientist at SCIEX, where she leads global strategic marketing initiatives for pharma and biopharma quant applications. With deep expertise in bioanalytical chemistry and mass spectrometry, she has held multiple scientific roles across SCIEX, Emery Pharma, and Genentech.  About the host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Eshani Galermo on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    33 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    Mastering solubility and stability in drug development with Serán BioScience

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, Ross Katz chats with Wesley Tatum, Principal Engineer at Serán BioScience, about the intricacies of formulating low-solubility drug products. They explore the science behind amorphous solid dispersions, how data informs formulation choices, and why balancing performance, manufacturability, and stability is critical in modern drug development. What you'll learn in this episode: >> How amorphous solid dispersions improve solubility and stability in drug products >> Why formulation decisions hinge on early data collection and modeling >> The role of data infrastructure in formulation R&D and knowledge transfer >> How Serán BioScience collaborates closely with clients to solve complex drug development challenges >> Where AI and automation are (and aren’t yet) transforming pharmaceutical formulation Meet our guest Wesley Tatum is a Materials Science PhD researcher working at the crossroads of materials innovation, data science, and machine learning. His work focuses on organic materials and polymer dispersions, and he’s especially passionate about how modern computational tools can transform the way we characterize and understand new materials. Wesley is well versed in PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, and a range of open-source scientific computing libraries, and he brings deep experience in chemical analysis, microscopy, and image analysis.  About The Host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Wesley Tatum on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    51 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    Applying ML/AI to Drug Development with Anil Kane

    Dr. Anil Kane, Global Head of Technical & Scientific Affairs at Thermo Fisher Scientific, joins Ross Katz to discuss how AI, machine learning, and digital tools are reshaping drug development. From predictive modeling for formulation to digital manufacturing efficiencies, discover how data-driven approaches are reducing time, cost, and complexity in pharma innovation. What You'll Learn in This Episode: >> How predictive modeling eliminates trial-and-error in drug formulation >> The role of AI/ML in improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing downtime >> How Thermo Fisher’s ASAP program accelerates stability testing >> The future of digital transformation in pharma, including OpenAI partnerships >> Where human expertise fits in a digitally enhanced development pipeline Meet Our Guest Dr. Anil Kane is the Executive Director and Global Head of Technical & Scientific Affairs at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he oversees a global team supporting drug development, scale-up, and technical strategy across sites in North America and Europe.  About The Host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with Anil Kane on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    36 min

  8. 11/20/2025

    Streamlining bioanalytical workflows with Watson LIMS and Thermo Fisher

    In this episode of Data in Biotech, host Ross Katz sits down with John Liberty, Senior Bioanalysis Technical Sales Consultant at Thermo Fisher Scientific. They dive deep into how Watson LIMS™ supports regulated bioanalysis workflows, the evolving role of lab automation, and how Connect Enterprise aims to unify biotech digital ecosystems. What you'll learn in this episode: >> Why Watson LIMS is purpose-built for bioanalysis and how it enhances compliance and data traceability. >> The role of lab automation in boosting productivity and reducing manual tasks. >> How Connect Enterprise integrates lab systems across vendors into a seamless workflow.  >> Key considerations for implementing LIMS in startup versus established biotech environments. >> The ROI of digital lab solutions in supporting scalable, compliant biotech operations. Meet Our Guests John Liberty is a GMP-trained scientist with a strong focus on ELISA method development, validation, and transfer. He pairs his hands-on scientific background with experience in project management, CRO coordination, data analysis, and training, making him someone who really understands how work moves from the lab bench to real-world application. John has also spent time on the product and customer side, doing technical sales and demos for Watson LIMS™ software, giving him a rare blend of technical depth and communication skills. About The Host Ross Katz is Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn. Ross specializes in building intelligent data systems that empower biotech and healthcare organizations to extract insights and drive innovation. Connect with Our Guest: Sponsor: CorrDyn, a data consultancyConnect with John Liberty  on LinkedIn  Connect with Us: Follow the podcast for more insightful discussions on the latest in biotech and data science.Subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!Connect with Ross Katz on LinkedIn Sponsored by… This episode is brought to you by CorrDyn, the leader in data-driven solutions for biotech and healthcare. Discover how CorrDyn is helping organizations turn data into breakthroughs at CorrDyn.

    50 min
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Data in Biotech is a fortnightly podcast exploring how companies leverage data to drive innovation in life sciences.  Every two weeks, Ross Katz, Principal and Data Science Lead at CorrDyn, sits down with an expert from the world of biotechnology to understand how they use data science to solve technical challenges, streamline operations, and further innovation in their business.  You can learn more about CorrDyn - an enterprise data specialist that enables excellent companies to make smarter strategic decisions - at www.corrdyn.com

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  • Creator
    CorrDyn
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
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    © 2023 CorrDyn
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