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The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist

Mr. DJ Ferguson

To shape the future, you have to understand the current. This is The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist, the student-led show that plugs you directly into the momentum of modern science. We explore how research, leadership, and innovation are fueled by the spirit of our age. Join us for insights from influential minds like Dr. Robert Langer, Chancellor Gary May, Dean Raheem Beyah from Georgia Tech, Dr. Todd Golub from The Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT, and Greg Zuckerman of The Wall

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01:14:27

Vision, Persistence, and Legacy – A Cinematic...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/10/04

Vision, Persistence, and Legacy – A Cinematic Conversation with a mentor- Dr. Robert Langer, MIT Institute Professor and Co-Founder of Moderna---Step into a cinematic and motivational experience with one of the most prolific minds in science and innovation — Dr. Robert S. Langer, Sc.D. In this special episode, we feature powerful reflections from Dr. Langer on vision, perseverance, mentorship, innovation, and legacy. His voice, uncut and authentic, is paired with dynamic open source music to inspire

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01:40:33

The Riemann Key: Unlocking Modern Nobel Discoveries...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/10/02

The Riemann Key: Unlocking Modern Nobel Discoveries of the Past with a 19th-Century Thesis--Please note the views of this podcast represent those of my guest and I, and AI may have been used in the production of the episode. Please see a board-certified medical professional, that is state licensed for medical or professional advice. We disclaim any loss in any way.

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00:33:20

"From BMES to the States: Excellence, Athletics, and...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/09/25

"From BMES to the States: Excellence, Athletics, and Building Bridges Across Cultures"- A Conversation with Antonio Smith, A Longstanding Highschool Friend and Quality Control Leader---Episode Description:Join me for a cool conversation with one of my closest friends, Antonio Smith, as we dive deep into a journey that spans two countries, multiple sports, and the pursuit of excellence that started at Bishop Michael Eldon School in FreeportAntonio made the bold decision to leave one of the

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00:28:43

From Lab Bench to Bedside: Cardiolipin Science Saves...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/09/23

From Lab Bench to Bedside: Cardiolipin Science Saves Lives- The Significant Connection between D.J. Ferguson's Master's Thesis and Forzinity's Recent Approval----On September 19, 2025, the FDA granted accelerated approval to FORZINITY™ (elamipretide), a groundbreaking new drug for Barth syndrome—an ultra-rare genetic disorder affecting only about 150 people in the United States. On the surface, it's a monumental victory for a small but desperate community. But what if this victory is

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00:49:52

The Path to KOLs--Ukranian Episode: Шлях до KOL:...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/09/11

The Path to KOLs--Ukranian Episode: Шлях до KOL: Наука, Лідерство та Сила Малих Кроків (The Path to KOL: Science, Leadership, and the Power of Small Steps)--До кожного, хто переживає складний період: пам’ятайте, що тіні є доказом існування світла. Коли шлях уперед незрозумілий, а тягар світу здається надто важким, тримайтеся за тиху силу, яка живе всередині вас.Як нагадував доктор Мартін Лютер Кінг, молодший: «Віра — це зробити перший крок, навіть коли ви не бачите всієї сходової клітки». Ваша

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00:53:28

Remixed- The Path to KOLs: The New Chemist Podcast’s...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/31

Remixed- Path to KOLs: The New Chemist Podcast’s Global Journey in Science, Pharma, and Education: Interview with Mohan Uttarwar, CEO & Co-Founder of 1Cell.Ai---In this episode we provide and educational episode remix made with software assistance ( for educational purposes only) , we sit down with Mohan Uttarwar, CEO & Co-Founder of 1Cell.Ai, to explore how AI-driven single-cell analytics are revolutionizing precision oncology. Discover how the OncoIncytes platform merges ctDNA, live CTCs,

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01:25:57

The Path to KOLs: Nobel Lecture Compendium (100+)...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/29

The Path to KOLs: Nobel Lecture Compendium ( 100+) with AI-Powered OverviewsIn this episode, we compile over 100+ Nobel Lectures and key lectures and use AI LLMs to produce video overviews of those lectures.Please note: The views of this podcast represent those ofmy guest and I, and do not constitute medical, professional or financial advice or consultation. Please refer to the state and board-certified professionals. We disclaim any loss in any way.

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00:29:50

Investing in Innovation: A Conversation with Sam...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/29

Episode Description: In this episode, we sit down with Sam Libby, President and Managing Director at TCB Capital Advisors, whose career has been dedicated to transforming healthcare through strategic investments and partnerships. With more than 30 completed transactions —spanning mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and innovative deal structures—Sam has become a trusted advisor at the intersection of finance, science, and patient care. Our conversation dives deep into his origin

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00:29:50

Investing in Innovation: A Conversation with Sam...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/28

🎙️ Episode DescriptionIn this episode, we sit down with Sam Libby,President and Managing Director at TCB Capital Advisors, whose career has been dedicated to transforming healthcare through strategic investments andpartnerships. With more than 30 completed transactions —spanning mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and innovative deal structures—Sam has become a trusted advisor at the intersection of finance, science, and patient care. Our conversation dives deep into his origin story—from

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00:58:16

A Highly Ranked Episode for the Overall Group: TNCPG...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/19

A Highly Ranked Episode for the Overall Group: TNCPG Remix-Fireside Chat Remix - Interview with Simar Bajaj (Harvard University) ( Re-aired)----In this fireside chat remixed episode and podcast interview with Simar, a Marshall Scholar and graduate of Harvard University, we discuss Simar's achievements in science communication, his perseverance, and the hard work required to produce good work, science communication, and good journalism. Furthermore, Simar provides insights as he is a developing

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00:27:44

The New Chemist's Podcasting Group's-The Path to...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/18

In this episode of The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group’s — The Path to KOLs, host David Ferguson sits down with Christine Hollis, Chief Talent & Diversity Officer at Marshall Gerstein. Christine has dedicated her career to guiding scientists and engineers into impactful roles within intellectual property law, bridging the worlds of innovation and legal protection.She shares insights on:Pathways for STEM talent to enter IP law as patent agents or technical specialists.The skills scientists bring

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00:36:16

The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group — The Path to...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/11

The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group — The Path to KOLs: Accelerating First-in-Human in LATAM — Julio G. Martinez-Clark, CEO, bioaccess® w/ Chadwin Hanna, MD-PhD Student (UF) and David Ferguson (Host)---On The Path to KOLs from The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group, hosts David Ferguson and Chadwin Hanna explore how Latin America is becoming a strategic engine for high-quality, cost-effective clinical research.Julio G. Martinez-Clark—Ambassador of IAOCR/GCSA Americas and CEO of bioaccess®—breaks down how

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00:45:02

The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group: The Path to KOLs...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/10

The New Chemist’s Podcasting Group: The Path to KOLs — Interview with Dr. Michael A. Morris, MD, MS, DABR, DABNM, DCI — Co-Founder, United Theranostics---🎙️ In this episode of The Path to KOLs, Dr. Michael A. Morris, MD, MS, DABR, DABNM, DCI—co-founder of United Theranostics—explains how his team is moving Pluvicto from single mega-centers into safe, consistent community clinics. We dig into the toughest regulatory and logistical hurdles, the playbook for dosing accuracy, imaging quality, and

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00:36:56

The Making of KOLs: The New Chemist Podcast’s Global...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/08/05

The Making of KOLs: The New Chemist Podcast’s Global Journey in Science, Pharma, and Education: Interview with Mohan Uttarwar, CEO & Co-Founder of 1Cell.Ai---In this episode , we sit down with Mohan Uttarwar, CEO & Co-Founder of 1Cell.Ai, to explore how AI-driven single-cell analytics are revolutionizing precision oncology. Discover how the OncoIncytes platform merges ctDNA, live CTCs, single-cell RNA and proteomics for a real-time, multimodal tumor profile—and learn how these insights are

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01:23:20

Hot Cities & Trailblazing Leaders -Two Time Emmy...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/07/21

In our most ambitious double‑header yet, host David J. Ferguson welcomes two visionary Key Opinion Leaders:Dr. Shane Campbell‑Staton – Princeton evolutionary biologist and two‑time Emmy‑nominated host of PBS’s Human Footprint. He reveals how urban heat, extreme weather, and radiation zones forge rapid genetic shifts in lizards, wolves, elephants, and more.Chancellor Gary May – Engineer, STEM‑equity champion, and Chancellor of UC Davis (former Georgia Tech Dean who co‑launched the groundbreaking

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09:08:36

A Celebration of Excellence & Greatness with Diverse...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/07/07

A Celebration of Juneteenth with Leaders of Color in Academia, Medicine, Engineering and Athletics. Here is the complete list: Chancellor Gary May ( Chancellor of UC Davis), Dean Raheem Beyah (Dean, College of Engineering, Georgia Tech), Dr. Emery Brown, MD, PhD ( Anesthesiologist-Statistician, Harvard/ MIT/ Mass. General Hospital), Chase Griffin ( Toigo Fellow, Investment Fellow, Athlete Creator and Quarterback, UCLA), Nagela Nukuna (Product Lead, The White House), Leselle Vincent ( Senior

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00:24:27

The Making of KOLs: Understanding Germ Layer Origins...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/06/21

This episode discusses findings from a recent systematic review preprint, examining how the embryonic germ layer origin of various cancers may relate to differences in therapy response. Drawing on evidence from clinical trials and mechanistic studies, we explore patterns observed among mesoderm-, endoderm-, and ectoderm-derived tumors.The conversation highlights how integrating developmental biology concepts into oncology may help inform treatment decisions and research design. This episode is

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01:12:29

Mentorship in Motion: Five Years of Learning with A...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/06/08

This curated compilation with leaders such as Dr. Etienne, and Dr. Langer, as well as early career professionals and students such as MD-PhD Student Chadwin Hanna, Dr. Ugo, Dr. Maada, and PharmD Student David Ferguson, stitches together the most resonant moments from four interviews recorded in 2020, 2023, 2024, and 2025 with Institute Professor Robert Langer, Sc.D. Across a half-decade marked by pandemic breakthroughs, startup surges, and classroom innovation, Dr. Langer reveals how impact-driven

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00:10:30

2025 Summer Highlights: Interview with Dr. Robert...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/06/05

In this episode, join us for an inspiring conversation again with Dr. Robert Langer, Sc.D. (MIT), as he shares invaluable advice on navigating a successful scientific career and offers a glimpse into the future of nanoscience. In this episode, we explore:Professional Development:Dr. Langer discusses how early-career scientists can build strong, cross-disciplinary partnerships and the key habits and mindsets that helped him transition from bench research to world-changing innovation. He also reflects

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01:06:18

הפודקאסט של הכימאי החדש – משטוקהולם לעולם: הרצאות...

The Current: Discovering Chemistry"s Zeitgeist ·

2025/05/08

In this special episode of The New Chemist's Podcast, we explore the brilliance of Nobel Prize lectures in science, presented in both English and Hebrew. Join us as we highlight groundbreaking discoveries and honor the scientists who have shaped our understanding of the world—from Stockholm to the global stage.Please note the views of this podcast reflect those of my guest(s) and I. Also, these views do not constitute medical or professional advice. Please see the relevant board-certified and state

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