The Age of Biology: Safeguarding America’s Bio-Industrial Edge  episode artwork

EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 33 MIN

The Age of Biology: Safeguarding America’s Bio-Industrial Edge 

from Emerging Tech Horizons · host Dr. Arun Seraphin

Join host Dr. Liz Specht for a conversation with Dr. Michelle Rozo, Vice Chair of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, to discuss why biotechnology is becoming a critical pillar of U.S. national security. Dr. Roso explains how breakthroughs in biomanufacturing promise to secure DoD supply chains and create new defense capabilities, producing key materials like synthetic blood or advanced polymers. The episode explains the evidence that the United States risks losing its lead to China in biotechnology, and outlines legislative recommendations to strengthen the domestic bio-industrial base, including innovative industrial policy tools like advanced market commitments.To receive updates about the conference please join our mailing list here: https://www.emergingtechnologiesinstitute.org/sign-uphttp://emergingtechnologiesinstitute.orghttps://www.facebook.com/EmergingTechETIhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ndia-eti-emerging-technologies-institutehttps://www.twitter.com/EmergingTechETI

Join host Dr. Liz Specht for a conversation with Dr. Michelle Rozo, Vice Chair of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, to discuss why biotechnology is becoming a critical pillar of U.S. national security. Dr. Roso explains how breakthroughs in biomanufacturing promise to secure DoD supply chains and create new defense capabilities, producing key materials like synthetic blood or advanced polymers. The episode explains the evidence that the United States risks losing its lead to China in biotechnology, and outlines legislative recommendations to strengthen the domestic bio-industrial base, including innovative industrial policy tools like advanced market commitments.To receive updates about the conference please join our mailing list here: https://www.emergingtechnologiesinstitute.org/sign-uphttp://emergingtechnologiesinstitute.orghttps://www.facebook.com/EmergingTechETIhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ndia-eti-emerging-technologies-institutehttps://www.twitter.com/EmergingTechETI

NOW PLAYING

The Age of Biology: Safeguarding America’s Bio-Industrial Edge 

0:00 33:01

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

XXX Tech by SOVRYN Dr. Brian Sovryn The crossroads between technology, sensuality, and metaphysics - and the longest running anarchist podcast in the world! Brought to you by Dr. Brian Sovryn. Dadgets Joe Vargo & Tony Gruenwald We’re dads! We love tech! We know your dad does too! We’re Joe and Tony and this is Dadgets! CISO Perspectives (public) N2K Networks This season on CISO Perspectives, host Kim Jones explores some of the challenges of leading through uncertainty. We explore the complexity of the changing nature of regulation and working with the federal government, the evolution of privacy and fraud, and how emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing are changing cyber. When you don’t know what questions to ask, you’re afraid to ask, or don’t know who to ask, CISO Perspectives provides the foundation for learning in this brave new world. The Protocol CoinDesk Dive deep into the blockchain realm with The Protocol Podcast, where we unravel the intricate technologies powering cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Join us on a journey through the labyrinthine layers of blockchain innovation, as tech-savvy developers sculpt the future of finance and the decentralized web. Led by CoinDesk's adept journalists, we dissect the freshest news and project revelations, demystifying the mechanics and significance of it all for those hungry to grasp the inner workings of this dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.Meet your hosts: Brad Keoun, Sam Kessler, and Margaux Nijkerk…and tune in, techies!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Emerging Tech Horizons?

This episode is 33 minutes long.

When was this Emerging Tech Horizons episode published?

This episode was published on September 17, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Join host Dr. Liz Specht for a conversation with Dr. Michelle Rozo, Vice Chair of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, to discuss why biotechnology is becoming a critical pillar of U.S. national security. Dr. Roso explains how...

Can I download this Emerging Tech Horizons episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!