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EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 30 MIN

Beyond the Lab: Policy, Politics, and the Future of Research

from Driving the Business of Science · host Keith Parent

In this episode of the Driving the Business of Science podcast, host Keith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group,  interviews Nicholas Dirks, President and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences. Nick emphasizes the importance of federal funding for basic research and the need for international collaboration while highlighting the impact of the pandemic and the current administration on scientific research, funding cuts, and the exodus of international researchers. He also explains why the Academy’s efforts to connect scientists from around the world in various fields, including AI and biomedical research, is a crucially important aspect of its overall mission to drive scientific innovation and address global challenges. Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world.Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business.Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.

In this episode of the Driving the Business of Science podcast, host Keith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group, interviews Nicholas Dirks, President and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences. Nick emphasizes the importance of federal funding for basic research and the need for international collaboration while highlighting the impact of the pandemic and the current administration on scientific research, funding cuts, and the exodus of international researchers. He also explains why the ...

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