Cementing Change: How Ginger Dosier's Biomason is Paving a Greener Path.
Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez-Khan welcome Ginger Dosier, an architect-turned-biotech innovator, and the co-founder of Biomason, to the Grow Everything podcast. With a rich background that intertwines experiences at NASA and a deep passion for sustainable building materials, Ginger shares her groundbreaking work in developing biofabricated bricks. This revolutionary approach to construction not only challenges traditional methods but also introduces a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain insights into the intersections of architecture, biology, and environmental stewardship, highlighting Ginger Dosier’s unique perspective on building a greener future.
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Topics Covered
00:00:00 - Welcome to Innovation: Introduction to the Episode
00:02:01 - Meet Ginger Dosier: Interview with the Co-Founder of Biomason
00:08:13 - Revolutionizing Materials: The Concept of Biofabricated Cement
00:11:34 - Crafting the Future: How Biomason Grows Bricks
00:17:53 - Changing the Industry: Biocement's Impact on Construction
00:19:29 - Beyond Strength: Analyzing Biocement's Performance Characteristics
00:22:41 - Looking Ahead: Future Applications of Biocement
00:26:55 - Evolving Ideas: The Development of Biomason
00:29:40 - Facing the Future: Upcoming Challenges in the Industry
00:31:25 - Localizing Production: The Power of Distributed Biomanufacturing
00:37:48 - Transparent Building: The Importance of Supply Chain Clarity
00:42:53 - Leading Change: The Role of Biotech Firms in the New Economy
00:45:23 - Inspirational Farewell: Closing Thoughts and Future Goals
Episode Links
Ginger Dosier on LinkedIn
Biomason on Twitter
Ginger Krieg Dosier Wikipedia
Biomason (company)
Biomimicry by Janine Benyus (book)
Endolith (company)
Ecovative (interview with CEO Eben Bayer is Ep. 23, company)
Parley for the Oceans (company)
Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari (book)
Superfly by Jonathan Balcombe (book)
Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman (book)
Unknown: Cosmic Time Machine (film)
Leave The World Behind (film)
Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber (series)
