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We Are ETH

We Are ETH is a podcast series featuring stories from Alumni of ETH Zurich around the globe. Hosted by ETH Circle Member and Entrepreneur Susan Kish, We Are ETH brings you conversations with the people who have taken their ETH experience out into the world and turned it into a company, a career, and a way of life.

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31:18

The Host Takes the Spotlight: Susan Kish's Journey...

We Are ETH ·

2024/12/19

In this special We Are ETH episode, host Susan Kish shares her inspiring career journey, Nordic roots, and behind-the-scenes podcast insights.For this special episode, the tables turn as our regular host, Susan Kish, becomes the guest! Susan, an entrepreneur, strategist, and executive, opens up about her fascinating career journey—from her beginnings in investment banking to thriving as an entrepreneur and executive consultant.Susan reflects on her Nordic heritage, her strong connection to ETH, and

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29:18

How Can AI and the Community Drive Climate Action? –...

We Are ETH ·

2024/12/12

David Dao, ETH alumnus and GainForest scientist, shares his journey from climate activism to XPRIZE-winning AI innovations, supporting indigenous communities, and driving impactful solutions.David Dao, ETH Zurich alumnus, co-founder and chief scientist of GainForest, talks about his journey from climate activism, his experiences at the COP climate conferences to winning the XPRIZE. From AI innovation, valuable support for indigenous communities to mapping Brazilian nut trees, Dao reflects on his

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28:37

From Doodle to Decarbonization – Myke Naef

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2024/12/05

ETH alumnus and computer scientist Myke Naef shares his journey from founding Doodle to pioneering investments in climate tech, blending innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.What sparked the idea for Doodle, the tool we all love for scheduling? How did an ETH alumnus go from building a game-changing startup to leading investments in climate tech? Myke Naef, founder of Doodle and Übermorgen Ventures, shares his journey of innovation, reveals the surprising origin of Doodle, and explains

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28:03

Embracing Innovation - Robotics and Hugs - Alexis E....

We Are ETH ·

2024/11/21

ETH alumna AlexisE.Blockand assistant professor at theCaseWesternReserveUniversitydiscusses herHuggyBotresearch, designed for high-quality hugs, highlighting its emotional benefits, design process, and her journey from grief to innovation.Discover Alexis' heartfelt journey with herHuggyBot, a robot crafted to deliver meaningful hugs based on eleven guiding principles. She shares the profound emotional and physical benefits of hugging, emphasizing its role in enhancing social support and

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27:52

A Journey Beyond Time – Stephan Sigrist

We Are ETH ·

2024/11/07

With a background in biochemistry and former researcher at Collegium Helveticum, Stephan Sigrist, founder of the think tank W.I.R.E., is dedicated to the power of collaboration and creative thinking.Remember the DeLorean from Back to the Future? Listen to the conversation with Stephan Sigrist, founder of W.I.R.E., as he shares his story about owning that iconic car and W.I.R.E.'s mission: to provide a foundation for business decision-making, rather than just predictions about the future. Discover

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24:27

Combating «Forever Chemicals» – Fajer Mushtaq

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2024/10/24

Did you know that toxic pollutants can even be found in some water bottles? Fajer Mushtaq, co-founder and CEO of Oxyle, an ETH spin-off, has developed a breakthrough technology that removes toxic PFAS from water through chemical oxidation, resulting in cleaner and safer drinking water. Fajer talks about her personal journey, how she left her home country at the age of 17 to study mechanical engineering in England, her motivation in the fight against water pollution through her experience and why she

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26:35

Tackling Drug Resistance in Cancer Treatment –...

We Are ETH ·

2024/10/03

Stefanie Flückiger, co-founder and CEO of Tolremo Therapeutics, is transforming cancer treatment with her innovative biotech company. Discover how Tolremo, an ETH spinoff, is tackling non-genetic drug resistance with cutting-edge technology. Hear about Stefanie's unique journey from academia to entrepreneurship, the impact of diversity in driving innovation, and the intriguing science behind cancer cells' resistance to drugs.This is her story.Chapters:(01:06)The Role of Awards and Female

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23:39

How to Cultivate Meat – Nicole Kleger

We Are ETH ·

2024/09/19

Transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship, Nicole Kleger co-founded Sallea, a startup focused on pioneering sustainable solutions in the cultivated meat industry, driven by her passion for impactful science.Nicole Kleger transitioned from academic research to entrepreneurship, co-founding the startup Sallea to create scaffolds for cultivated meat, focusing on sustainability and ethical food production. Her shift from a Ph.D. at ETH Zurich to starting Sallea reflects her passion for making a

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24:19

Leadership, Innovation, and the Power of Education –...

We Are ETH ·

2024/09/05

Suzanne Thoma, Sulzer’s executive president and ETH Zurich alumna, discusses her career journey, the power of engineering education, and her role in transforming the Swiss industry.Dr. Suzanne Thoma, executive president of the Sulzer Group, is widely recognized as one of the most influential women in Swiss industry. In this episode, she opens up about her remarkable career path, shedding light on the strategic transformation she’s spearheaded at Sulzer and the critical importance of engineering

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30:47

Transforming the Chemical Industry – Remy Buser

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2024/06/27

Remy Buser's journey from studying at ETH to founding Bloom Biorenewables and how he emphasises the need to defossilise materials and find sustainable alternatives.Remy Buseris on a mission to replace fossil carbon with renewable carbon in the chemical industry! The CEO and co-founder of Bloom Biorenewables explains how the use of petrochemicals has shaped our world and the need to defossilise materials. He discusses the complexity of the transition and the role of political commitment and

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26:24

From Research to Action: Combating Climate Extremes –...

We Are ETH ·

2024/06/13

Wim Thiery, a climate scientist and associate professor at the University of Brussels, revealed during his recent visit at ETH Zurich, that children born in 2020 will face significantly more extreme weather events than previous generations.Wim Thiery, climate scientist and Associate Professor at the University of Brussels, talks about the urgent need for robust mitigation and adaptation strategies to address the increasing frequency and intensity of these climate phenomena.He also highlights the

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25:48

Closing the Gender Data Gap: FemTech and...

We Are ETH ·

2024/05/30

Oriana Kraft, entrepreneur and founder of the FemTechnology Summit explains the need for gender-specific care in medicine and the potential of FemTech to revolutionise healthcare.In this episode, Oriana Kraft, founder of Fem Technology, delves into the gender data health gap and the burgeoning field of FemTech. Fem Technology specialises in solutions that improve women's healthcare in the areas of reproductive health, autoimmune diseases and cardiovascular health. The conversation highlights the

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25:44

Revolutionising Stroke Treatment – Christophe Chautems

We Are ETH ·

2024/05/16

Meet Christophe Chautems, CTO of Nanoflex Robotics, bridging Mars rover expertise to medical robotics, revolutionising stroke treatment with magnetic technology.Christophe Chautems, CTO of Nanoflex Robotics, talks about the breakthrough medical robotics technology that uses magnets to navigate catheters in the treatment of strokes. With 15 years of experience in robotics, including at NASA, Christophe emphasises the importance of combining research with practical applications, underlining Nanoflex's

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22:00

Sustainability Through Collaboration - Etienne Jeoffroy

We Are ETH ·

2024/04/18

Join us on an inspiring journey with Etienne Jeoffroy, CEO of ETH spin-off FENX, as he shares insights into sustainable materials innovation and its potential impact on reducing carbon footprints.Etienne Jeoffroy, co-founder and CEO of FENX, talks to Susan Kish about his journey in sustainable materials innovation. He recalls how his grandmother, a farmer, instilled in him a deep appreciation for materials and the importance of longevity. Looking back on his diverse academic and professional career,

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17:30

A Swiss AI Journey

We Are ETH ·

2024/04/04

According to ETH Alumni Daniel Naeff, it is important to strike a balance between leveraging the positive aspects of AI and understanding the potential challenges.In this episode, Susan Kish interviews Daniel Naeff, an entrepreneur and one of the leads at the ETH AI Center. They discuss angel investing, the inspiration behind starting companies, and Switzerland's potential in AI. They also touch on an exciting new development at the ETH Alumni Association, where Daniel is a Member of the Board: the

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18:54

Revolutionising the construction industry – Mariana...

We Are ETH ·

2024/03/21

Here’s how to put the ‘fabric’ into fabricate, as ETH Zurich alumna and TU Delft Assistant Professor of Digital Fabrication Mariana Popescu explains.Could a knitting machine revolutionise construction?For her PhD, ETH Zurich alumna Mariana Popescu worked with the Block Research Group to show that it’s possible to use lightweight knitted textiles as a mold for concrete.Mariana discusses knitting machines, complex geometry, and why her PhD project needed two suitcases to get to Mexico.This is her

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26:11

Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone – Sandra Herrmann

We Are ETH ·

2024/03/07

ETH Alumna Sandra Herrmann is an oceanographer, a geologist, a paleontologist, a pilot… and member of NASA's Analog Astronauts.Sandra Herrmannstudied geology and palaeontology at TU Bergakademie Freiberg and completed her doctorate in natural sciences at ETH Zurich. She subsequently emigrated to the USA and spent 12 years working for the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) in various posts. Since October 2023, she has been conducting research at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in

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21:15

Becoming AI Literate – Anne Scherer

We Are ETH ·

2024/02/22

AnneScherer, co-founder of Delta Labs AG and author of the book You and AI, explains why trust and comfort are crucial in human-machine interaction.The development of AI has sparked a lot of interest and enthusiasm, and Anne Scherer thinks its rate of development is expected to continue to surprise us. Anne is co-founder of Delta Labs AG and author of the book You and AI, in which she tries to make people more aware of what's going on in this field by reducing fear of that technology. Before

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29:01

The Future of Human Civilisation – Olivier de Weck

We Are ETH ·

2024/02/08

Olivier de Weck is a leading systems engineering expert, which he describes as “the art and science of building, implementing, and operating complex systems.” Born in Switzerland, he holds degrees in industrial engineering from ETH Zurich (1993) and aerospace systems engineering from MIT (2001), where is now Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics and Engineering Systems.In this episode of the We Are ETH Podcast, he compares ETH Zurich and MIT, highlighting their similarities and global impact. He

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25:53

Transportation for All — Georg Polzer

We Are ETH ·

2024/01/25

GeorgPolzerwentstraightfrom completing his studies at ETH Zurich toco-foundingTeralytics,anofficial Spin-Off company of ETH Zurich.An AI-poweredplatformproviding mobility data solutions,Teralyticscollects and analyzes large amounts of location data to improve transportation efficiency and equity.Georghighlightsthe importance of designing transportation systems based on recent and all-encompassing data. Healsoemphasizesit is essentialto incorporate the needs of all citizens, including vulnerable

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