Oral Microbes, New Religion and a Galactic Takeover. Introducing John Cumbers.
This week on "Grow Everything," the hosts delve into the world of synthetic biology with guest John Cumbers, a tech background professional and entrepreneur with a passion for starting a biotech company. John hails from England and is married to a Malaysian. During the show, the team discusses the exciting possibilities of engineering bacteria for various applications, such as cleaning teeth without the need for traditional dental hygiene practices, and revenue models that leverage subscription-based models. They also touch on the crucial role of innovation in the field and the impact of monopolies on progress. The episode concludes with a viewing of "Synthetic Biology," a 2-minute video by Vasil Hnatiuk that provides a vivid depiction of the limitless potential of the field. Join the "Grow Everything" team for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of synthetic biology.
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Topics Covered:
00:00 - Engineering A Better Smile
00:30 - Introduction To Grow Everything
05:02 - Reflections on Ten Years of Biotech Conferences
07:35 - The Inspiring Story Behind the Birth of SynBioBeta
10:19 - The Intersection of Genes, Proteins, and Biotech
14:15 - The Battle for Ethical Fashion
17:35 - Can $250 Million Make Engineering Easier and More Accessible?
19:41 - Discovering the Power of Digital Buddhism
22:17 - The Human Instinct to Create and Innovate
26:24 - Breaking the Chains of Monopolies
28:45 - Exploring the Potential for Consumer Goods, Food, and Healthcare
32:44 - Startups on the Global Stage
35:30 - Exploring the Possibilities of Distributed Science and Synthetic Biology
38:38 - A Look at the Progress and Challenges of Synthetic Biology
42:52 - A Triumph of Diversity
44:37 - Diversity in Science
Episode Links:
What's Your Bio Strategy?
Unnatural Selection on Netflix
The Network State book
