EPISODE · Aug 28, 2024 · 45 MIN
Fostering Innovation in Biotech | Fiona Mack Bayer Co.Lab
from Nucleate Podcast · host Vianca Williams, Sam Kessel
0:00 Background and inspiration for pursuing a career in Biotech5:10 Pivoting from academia to industry 8:30 Growth in industry from a scientist role into business development 16:15 The inspirational mission and vision for Bayer Co-lab to support early stage entrepreneurs20:30 Fiona’s role at Bayer Co-lab24:15 Fiona’s advice for entrepreneurs applying for the Co-lab29:00 Fiona’s view on trends in Biotechnology34:00 Discussing diversity in biotech and ways to improve representation
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In this episode, Sam Kessel and Vianca Williams speak with Fiona Mack, the head of Bayer's Co.Lab in Cambridge. Dr Mack discusses her career path from Cornell and the University of Pennsylvania to Bayer, highlighting her transition from academia to industry. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and risk-taking in her journey. Dr Mack describes Bayer Co.Lab's mission to support early-stage biotechs with lab space, mentorship, and resources, aiming to accelerate their growth. She notes the global expansion of Bayer Co.Lab to Cambridge, Berlin, Shanghai, and Kobe, and the focus on translational medicine and external innovation. Dr Mack also touches on trends in biotech, including AI, women's health, and the need for diversity in the workforce.
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