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BIO from the BAYOU: Build Your Biotech Network with Key Opinion Leaders and Investors

Are you struggling to find investors, funding, collaborators, and strategic connections in the ever-changing world of biotech? This show empowers biotech leaders with the tools, assets, and expertise to improve healthcare outcomes. Listen to “Bio from the Bayou” to learn how to: - Expand your network- Advance your product line- Make your company thrive With over two decades of experience in biotech and business development each, hosts James Zanewicz and Elaine Hamm (from

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Episode 117: How Universities Can Lead Biotech...

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2025/12/17

How can universities become powerful engines of innovation, startups, and economic growth—especially in a challenging funding environment?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Kimberly Gramm, PhD, MBA, the David & Marion Mussafer Chief Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer at the Tulane Innovation Institute and Managing Director of Tulane Ventures. Kimberly shares how Tulane is building a comprehensive innovation ecosystem—from early-stage programming and

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Episode 116: How Alumni-Powered Venture Funds Can...

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2025/12/10

What if your alumni network could help fuel the next generation of biotech startups?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Evan Nicoll, MBA, and Patrick Hernandez of 1834 Ventures, a new investment fund created by Tulane alumni, for founders with Tulane DNA. They share how their alumni-powered model is helping to close regional funding gaps, strengthen emerging biotech ecosystems, and support founders through trust-driven, relationship-first investing. From

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Episode 115: Exploring New Frontiers of Biotech and...

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2025/12/03

What does the future of biotech look like when curiosity, not competition, leads the way?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, talks with Aziz Abadsafian, MBA, Technology Scout at Nissan Chemical America. Together, they dive into the “edges” of science — the more speculative world of embryology, longevity, and what Aziz calls the true frontier of biotech. Along the way, they explore how curiosity, relationship-building, and “night science” conversations can unlock unexpected

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Episode 114: How AI, Supply Chains, and Smart...

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2025/11/26

How can biotech startup founders navigate the intersection of science, technology, and data to build truly durable companies?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, talks with Cain McClary, MD, Founder and Managing Partner of KdT Ventures, a seed-stage venture firm investing at the convergence of science and technology. A Tulane alumnus and “supply chain junkie,” Cain shares how curiosity, data-driven insight, and strategic storytelling can set biotech innovators apart. In this

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Episode 113: A New Way to Collaborate, Network, and...

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2025/11/19

Are you tired of competition and struggling to find collaborators in biotech?In this episode, returning host Patrick Reed, RTTP, talks with Christiaan Engstrom, MBA, Founder and CEO of BLPN, a member-led club connecting life science dealmakers with one goal: helping each other succeed. Christiaan shares how BLPN has built a thriving community where collaboration, mentorship, and trust come first — creating opportunities that go far beyond business cards and conference booths. In

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Episode 112: Curiosity, Creativity, and the Human...

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2025/11/12

What can today’s biotech innovators learn from the greatest thinkers in history?In this special episode, we’re bringing you a live recording from BIO on the BAYOU featuring a fireside chat between Elaine Hamm, PhD, and Walter Isaacson — renowned biographer of Steve Jobs, Jennifer Doudna, Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, and other groundbreaking innovators. Together, they explore the power of curiosity, resilience, and imagination in shaping scientific discovery. From the

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Episode 111: The #1 Way to Build Your Network as an...

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2025/11/05

Does networking stress you out? Are you having difficulty connecting with colleagues at conferences or partnering events?Mastering the art of genuine connection is essential to advancing your career and building your network. In this listener-favorite episode, James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and Elaine Hamm, PhD, dive deep into their personal strategies for networking success. With years of experience attending and producing biotech events, they share invaluable tips, insights, and

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Episode 110: Transforming Maternal Healthcare Through...

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2025/10/29

From escaping Communist Romania to pioneering telemedicine in maternal health, this story redefines what it means to lead with purpose.In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Luissa Kiprono, DO, MBS, MBA, FACOG, CEO Physician and Founder of World Gateway Perinatal Consultants and TeleMed MFM, as well as author of “Push, Then Breathe: Trauma, Triumph, and the Making of an American Doctor.” Dr. Kiprono shares her extraordinary path – from escaping Communist Romania to

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Episode 109: How Collaboration is Transforming...

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2025/10/22

What if drug development could be faster, more efficient, and centered on what matters most to patients?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Klaus Romero, MD, CEO of the Critical Path Institute (C-Path), to explore how two decades of global collaboration have reshaped the way we bring new medicines to life. From redefining clinical endpoints to accelerating treatments for complex diseases like Alzheimer’s and tuberculosis, C-Path is leading a movement to remove

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Episode 108: Solving the Healthcare Workforce Crisis...

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2025/10/15

Is the future of biotech innovation at risk because of workforce shortages?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, talks with Van Ton-Quinlivan, MBA, CEO of Futuro Health and host of the WorkforceRx podcast, about how the biotech and healthcare industries can overcome the growing workforce crisis. Together, they explore how intentional workforce development, stackable credentials, and stronger partnerships between industry and education can help close the talent gap and create a

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Episode 107: How Hearing Loss Research Is Shaping the...

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2025/10/08

What if preventing hearing loss could also help prevent dementia and other aging-related diseases?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, speaks with Celia Belline, Co-Founder and CEO of Cilcare, a biotech company pioneering therapies and analytics for hearing disorders. Celia shares how her company evolved from early research roots into a global leader tackling the connection between auditory health and cognitive decline. From building a business in a niche market to striking a

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Episode 106: The Story Behind BIO on the BAYOU 2025 –...

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2025/10/01

What makes the Gulf South one of the most exciting—and overlooked—regions for biotech innovation?In this special episode, Elaine Hamm, PhD (Tulane Medicine), Patrick Reed, RTTP (Auburn University), and Marcus Brown, PhD (LSU Health) come together to explore the origins, growth, and future of BIO on the BAYOU, the preeminent event showcasing biotech across the Gulf South. From its beginnings as a collaboration between Tulane and LSU, to its expansion into a regional destination

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Episode 105: Women’s Health, Clinical Trials, and...

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2025/09/24

How can we fix a healthcare system that has too often overlooked women?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, speaks with Georgie Kovacs, MBA, Founder and CEO of Fempower Health, about her mission to empower women through evidence-based information and community support. Georgie shares her journey from personal experience with endometriosis to building a trusted platform that connects women with leading experts. Together, Elaine and Georgie dig into the history—and ongoing

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Episode 104: Key Lessons from North Carolina’s...

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2025/09/17

How do you turn world-class science into sustainable biotech companies that grow both patients’ futures and local economies?In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, speaks with Dave Ousterout, PhD, Co-Founder and General Partner of Cape Fear BioCapital. Drawing from his journey as a biotech entrepreneur and now investor, Dave shares how his team is working to transform North Carolina’s biotech ecosystem—filling funding gaps, building strong teams, and helping startups

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Episode 103: A Board Member’s Perspective on Biotech...

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2025/09/10

What do biotech boards want to see in a CEO—and what mistakes can quickly derail a company’s success?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Mark Corrigan, MD, one of the most experienced and respected leaders in the biotech industry. From shaping the development of blockbuster drugs to serving as CEO and board member for multiple companies, Mark has a unique perspective on the intersection of science, leadership, and strategy. He shares candid insights on what

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Episode 102: Building Patient-Centered Biotech Deals...

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2025/09/03

How can healthcare investment banking put patients—not just profits—at the center of biotech deals? In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, speaks with Sam Libby, President and Managing Director of TCB Capital Advisors. Drawing from more than $20 billion in transactions across therapeutics, diagnostics, and digital health, Sam explains how TCB’s unique advisory model partners with companies before and after deals close. From growing up with therapist parents to

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Episode 101: Biotech Strategy and Creative...

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2025/08/27

How can biotech leaders navigate the complexities of neurodegenerative research while tackling today’s funding challenges?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, welcomes Vikas Sharma, PhD, Chief Business Officer at QurAlis, for an insightful conversation on innovation, leadership, and fundraising in the biotech sector. Drawing from his extensive experience with ALS and neurodegeneration research, Vikas shares lessons on balancing science with business, navigating board dynamics,

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Episode 100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of BIO from the...

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2025/08/20

How did a podcast that started as a simple experiment become a trusted voice in biotech conversations?In this special 100th episode, co-hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, take a step back to reflect on the BIO from the BAYOU journey. From the early days of experimenting with format to connecting with some of the most influential voices in biotech, they share behind-the-scenes stories, lessons learned, and how the podcast has evolved into a platform that

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Episode 98: How AI in Medicine is Transforming...

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2025/08/13

Can artificial intelligence map your heart and help prevent strokes, dementia, and even death from cardiac arrhythmias?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, talks with Rob Krummen, JD, CEO of Vektor Medical, and Travis Manasco, MD, Principal at Solas BioVentures, about how AI is changing the game for diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders. They share how Vektor’s vMap technology — the “Google map of your heart” — pinpoints arrhythmia sources using standard EKGs, fitting

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Episode 98: How to Navigate Biotech Innovation Amidst...

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2025/08/06

How can biotech companies stay resilient and competitive when public sector funding becomes unpredictable? In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sits down with Adeyinka “Adey” Pierce-Watkins, MS, PMP—Director of Biodefense and Government Contracting at BDO USA—for a timely conversation on surviving and thriving in today’s evolving federal funding landscape. From defense contracts to international partnerships, Adey shares practical guidance for life science leaders

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