Genetic Dreams to Underground Regimes: Andrew Hessel Takes on Digital and Physical Biology.
In this episode of Grow Everything, Karl and Erum are joined by Andrew Hessel, co-founder of Humane Genomics, for an engaging discussion on various topics related to genomics and technology. They explore the intriguing concept of reverse genome sequencing and its potential applications. The conversation also delves into the urgency of addressing climate change and the role of quick solutions. They touch on the intersection of gaming technology and cancer therapies, as well as the advancements in protein engineering facilitated by AI tools. The concept of DAOs and their decentralized structure is explained, along with the exploration of alternative proteins and flavors. The episode concludes with a recommendation to watch "Drops of God," a show on Apple TV that explores biology, the environment, and fermentation in wine-making.
Topics Covered
00:00:00 - Competition for Inheritance: Unveiling the World of Wines through Education and Aromas
00:07:09 - From Engines to Synthetic Biology: Andrew Hessel's Journey to the Cutting Edge of Science
00:09:55 - Designing Artificial Viruses: A Personal Journey in Full Genome Engineering to Combat Cancer
00:13:25 - The Future of Biotech: Why Whole Genome Writing Holds the Key
00:15:11 - Unlocking Your Genome's Value: Exploring Genome Banking and Advertising
00:20:17 - Revolutionizing Genetics: How Biotech Companies Harness Celebrity Genomes
00:24:41 - Transforming Cancer Treatment: The Role of Biological Leagues in Custom Medicines
00:30:48 - The AI Revolution in Protein Engineering: Unleashing the Power of Metabolisms
00:33:28 - Synthetic Genomes: The Future of Microbiology and Beyond
00:36:10 - Printing Organisms on Demand: NFT Genomes and the Emerging Digital Economy
00:47:17 - Faster, Cheaper DNA Synthesis: The Companies Pioneering the Revolution
00:53:48 - Exploring Underground Societies: The Potential of Building Down and Mars Colonization
00:57:27 - Building Humans from Scratch: Separating Fact from Fiction in DNA Synthesis and AI
01:03:02 - Creating a Firewall: Balancing the Natural and Bioengineered Worlds in Grow Everything Biotech
Episode Links
Andrew Hessel on LinkedIn
Genesis Machine by Andrew Hessel and Amy Webb (Amazon)
