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BioLab Collective with Jack Wang
by Jack Wang
The Business of Science & Jobs of the Future. biolabcollective.substack.com
Episodes
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LabBytes #018: What Makes Bacterial Antibiotic Resistant?
In this excerpt from Episode #029 of the podcast, I explore the causes of antibiotic resistance and how Superbugs are wreaking havoc in the healthcare systems. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or...
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LabBytes #017: Make Adaptability your Science Super Power
In the face of constant setbacks, how can scientists remain nimble and adapt to the changing landscape in innovation? In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss 3 ways to make adaptability your super-power as a scientist BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To…
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LabBytes #016: Science Communication's Secret Role
Fleming’s discovery of Penicillin wasn’t enough. He couldn’t purify it in anywhere near the quantities needed to treat millions of wounded soldiers during World War 2. In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss Science Communication Secret needed to take Fleming’s penicillin discovery to the next...
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LabBytes #015: The 1 Thing Theranos Got Right
Theranos is just known for fraud, right? In this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into the strange parallels between the exacting nature of forensic DNA analysis and the tale of Theranos, did manage to get one thing right... BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To...
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LabBytes #014: The Future of Cancer Diagnosis?
How has cancer diagnosis become more sophisticated over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17 , we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer diagnosis has advanced. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and...
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LabBytes #013: What Actually Causes Cancer?
How has our understanding of the risk factors for cancer changed over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how the scientific understanding around the emergence of cancer cells has advanced. BioLab Collective with Jack…
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LabBytes #012: There is No "Cure" for Cancer?
From nitrogen mustard gas to vaccines and immunotherapies - cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. Will we ever find a "cure" for cancer? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer treatment has...
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LabBytes #011: Alzheimer's Tell-Tale Signs
How do you know if you're at risk of Alzheimer's disease? Can you find out? In this excerpt from Episode 15, we deep dive into novel Alzheimer's therapies to discuss their effectiveness, safety, and how to find out if you're at risk. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported...
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LabBytes #010: 23andMe's Secret Plan
Can 23andMe be trusted with your DNA? In this excerpt from Episode 13, we dive into 23andMe's secret plan, which is at least 10 years in the making. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid...
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LabBytes #009: Useless DNA Evidence?
What is the smallest amount of DNA still usable as evidence in a Murder Trial? That's the debate at the center of the recent inquiries into Forensic Science Testing and in this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into what counts as a "lab bungle" when working with tiny microscopic amounts of…
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LabBytes #008: Open to Work? Try this instead
The "Open to Work" tag on LinkedIn is one of the biggest red flags for recruiters. What should you do instead? In this excerpt from episode #027 I discuss a long-term strategy for showcasing your value - to your employer as well as outside of your immediate networks. BioLab Collective with Jack...
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#035: The Hardest Part of Being a Scientist?
I’ve been closely following all of the Science Headlines in the news on a daily basis for the past 18 months. My observation of where all this is going is… not great. Every article is a random scatter of topics with no clear long-term messaging behind it. Is this reflective of audience appetite…
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LabBytes #007: A Scientist's Greatest Fear
In this episodes of LabBytes, I contemplate every scientist’s greatest fear: being called out as an impostor. It could be by your supervisor, the most esteemed researcher in your field, or simply by an anonymous troll. Even though the academic weight of these opinions is nowhere near the same…
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LabBytes #006: Big Pharma's High Stakes Gamble
What is the secret to Big Pharma's approach to innovation? In this LabBytes episode I explore hostile takeovers in the biosciences, and the parallels between Big Pharma and Big Tech. BioLab Collective with Jack Wang is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work,...
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LabBytes #005: What do Nobel Laureates have in common?
What can we learn from the 2023 Nobel Prize Laureates? Other than the impact of their discoveries, what do these brilliant minds have in common? In this week’s LabBytes podcast episode we explore the careers and lives of Nobel Prize winners in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology to draw inspiration…
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#034: Applying for Biomedical Science Jobs?
Are there any jobs in Biomedical Science? Of course there are, let's talk about how to apply for them from beginner to advanced using the HALO framework: Headlines: the 3 most impressive things about you that an employer should know Activities: the range of duties and responsibilities you’ve…
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LabBytes #004: Are you bad at Job interviews?
As part of 2024’s ongoing focus on Jobs in Science, last week we talked about how a career in Biomedical Science - specifically the Bioinformatics branch of the field - can easily pivot towards Data Science. Much of this discussion has focused on how to make you look good on paper, but what…
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#033: From Biomed to Data Science: Bioinformatics?
How do you get access to the world's most complex datasets as a training ground for your long career in Data Science? Biomedical Science and Bioinformatics may be the answer. Chapters: * (0:00) Introduction * (1:42) Data Science jobs are not for beginners * (6:33) Bioinformatics and Data Science…
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LabBytes #003: Are Soft Skills Important in Science?
I have just launched a new series for the new year, “Job Hunters”, walking through live job listings in Science and Tech (as well as the strategy to apply for them). The contrast between entry-level versus senior roles often comes down to soft transferable skills not immediately obvious on paper....
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#032: Lab Jobs in Biomedical Science - Beginner Vs Pro?
Is Biomedical Science worth studying? Do generalists still have the upper hand over specialists in the job market or has the economy turned the tide? In this episode of the podcast I walk through 3 live job listings in biomedical science. While they are all lab-based, they are not at the mercy of...
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LabBytes #002: Year 1 vs Year 2 on YouTube
I have now been a YouTuber for 2 years, balancing it alongside my full-time jobs as a scientist and academic. Is YouTube worth the time and effort? I still haven't made a cent off the platform (yet), but I manage my time using these 5 Atomic Habits. Hopefully you can find value in these habits…
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#031: Alzheimer's Then Vs Now? Biggest Science Headlines of 2023
Not one, but two new Alzheimer’s drugs were announced this year, but that is just the tip of the iceberg for Science news headlines! There's no quicker way to look like a fool than to make predictions about the future of science and tech, but here goes nothing. In the final episode of the podcast...
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#030: How to Survive Burnout in Science
Is it just fatigue, or do you have Burnout? In episode 30 of the (newly rebranded) Biolab Collective with Jack Wang podcast, we dive into why burnout in science and technology is inevitable, my own plans to beat burnout, and how I plan on evolving this podcast in 2024. Chapters: * (0:00)...
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LabBytes #001: It's time for a rebrand.
LabBytes is a new shorter format I’m trying out? #001 is an update on why “Crossover Connections” had to end. I started this podcast in January 2023, and next week will mark 30 episodes around the Business of Science. I love doing the podcast but it has taken up a lot of my down time. Outside of...
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#029: SuperBug Fallout
Is the Nuclear Winter predicted by movies and games still in the realm of Science Fiction? What technologies (if any) may help us survive the fallout? In Episode #029 of the podcast, I explore whether Superbugs can survive in radioactive wastelands, their roles in wreaking havoc in the healthcare...
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#028: DNA on trial: When Forensic Science Fails
That's the debate at the center of the recent inquiries into Forensic Science Testing and in episode #029 I dive into what counts as a "lab bungle" when working with tiny microscopic amounts of Forensic Evidence. How can graduates prepare for this career path when there is so much at stake? The...
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#027: Open AI Vs Big Pharma | The Chaos Is The Point
In episode #027 I try to respond in real time to the crisis at OpenAI, and question how big of a crisis it really is? Hostile takeovers are part and parcel of any industry driven by innovation and there are some striking parallels between Big Tech and Big Pharma. How should graduates respond in...
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#026 Will WeWork Work in Science?
In Episode #026 I discuss WeWork's spectacular rise and recent declaration of bankruptcy, how shared working spaces evolve in startup science labs, and compare traditional scientific institutions versus the biohacker movement. Oh and we also talk about the thorny topic of of negotiating your...
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#025: Surviving Nightmare Job Interviews in Science
Job interviews are not “on the level”. None of the questions are actually about the questions, they’re about the indirect message you send to potential employers about your underlying values. In Episode#025 I explain why job interviews In the highly technical fields of science and innovation are...
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#024: Top 5 Soft Skills for Success in Science
In Episode #024 I explore The Top 5 Soft Skills for Success in Scientific work environments. What's the difference between soft and hard skills, and which is the rarest soft skill in Science? Chapters: (0:00) Introduction (0:58) Soft Vs Hard Skills (4:27) Leadership (6:38) Time Management (10:37)...
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#023: Will Your Tesla Catch Fire?
In Episode #023 I explore everything from solar eclipses to new overheating iPhones and multiple Electric Vehicle battery fires reported in Australia. Has battery technology hit a bottleneck and should EV owners be worried about their safety? Chapters: (0:00) Introduction (2:14) What causes...
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#022: The Subtle Art of Quiet Quitting in Science
"Quiet quitting" can be interpreted as putting in the minimum effort required of us in the workplace in an attempt to foster work-life balance. Why won't this work for Scientists, and is this a sign of systemic toxicity? In Episode #022 I explore Steven Bartlett's Quitting framework, compare the...
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#021: How Can Scientists Win a Nobel Prize?
In Episode #021 we discuss the 2023 Nobel Prizes for Chemistry, Physics, and Medicine, and contemplate their value relative to the satirical and very much tongue-in-cheek Ig Nobel Prizes. What can scientists and non-scientists alike learn from these historical breakthroughs? Chapters: (0:00)...
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#020: Can Scientists Escape the Lab?
In Episode #020 I discuss 5 jobs scientists can do away from the lab, debate the evolving nature of remote work, and provide 2 concrete strategies to create career capital for your next role. Oh and I (stupidly) try to respond to your conspiracy theories about science. Chapters: * (0:00)...
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#019: Mushroom Murder - 5 Deadliest Poisons?
A Mushroom Cook and a family lunch that left 3 dead - can supermarket mushrooms be deadly? In Episode #019 I dive into the molecular machinations of Death Cap mushrooms, and whether nature or synthetic chemicals are more responsible for the deadliest poisons on the planet. Chapters: (0:00)...
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#018 - Netflix for Drugs: Subscribe to Big Pharma?
In Episode #018 I explore the economics behind the Netflix subscription model, its advantages when applied to Healthcare and Big Pharma, as well as its potential downsides. Is the Netflix model even working for Netflix? Chapters * (0:00) Introduction * (0:35) What is the Netflix Model for Drugs?…
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#017: Cancer - Then Vs Now.
From nitrogen mustard gas to vaccines and immunotherapies - cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. Will we ever find a "cure" for cancer? In Episode #017 I dive into the advances in cancer detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Chapters * (0:00) Introduction *...
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#016: When Will AI Replace Your Doctor?
In Episode #016 I dive into the future of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare by looking to the past. Who has tried this before, and why did it fail spectacularly? Chapters: (0:00) Introduction (1:25) AI in healthcare needs to be medical grade (5:18) AI needs human doctors to work in healthcare...
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#015: Leqembi vs Donanemab - Cure for Alzheimer's?
After decades of failed drug trials, two new drugs have emerged in slowing memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease: Leqembi and Donanemab. In Episode #015 I deep dive into novel Alzheimer's therapies to discuss their effectiveness, safety, and how to find out if you're at risk. Chapters:...
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#014: Who's to blame for the Opioid Addiction Crisis?
In Episode #014 I dive into the Opioid Addiction Crisis and explore the moral ambiguities associated with R&D. Chapters (0:00) Introduction (0:50) The Origins of the Opioid Epidemic (5:38) Should you use Opioids for Back or Neck Pain? (10:03) Australia's Fentanyl Explosion (14:02) Purdue...
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#013: Can You Trust 23andMe for Genetic Testing?
In Episode #013 I dive into the latest headlines surrounding the inaccuracies and ethical quandaries connected to online genetic testing services, and how this ties into genetics jobs in the future. Chapters: (0:00) Introduction (1:31) 23andMe DNA test reveals IV sperm mixup (3:58) A journalist's...
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#012: Can you Trust Mental Health Apps?
Why are Mental Health Apps collecting your data? In Episode #012 I explore the Mental Health Technology sector, how they handle your sensitive information, and the impact this has on jobs in Colleges and Healthcare. Chapters: (0:00) Introduction (1:20) The Risks of using Mental Health Apps…
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#011: Lab Grown Meat Vs Synthetic Embryos
Lab Grown Meat Vs Synthetic Embryos - it sounds like the worst nightmare in SciFi movies yet it now seems to be our reality. In Episode #011 I react to the latest news headlines surrounding the ethics and legislation of recent advances in synthetic embryos, and contrast that against the nascent…
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#010: Berberine vs Ozempic for weight loss - is Natural best?
In Episode 1.10, Jack and Amanda evaluate Berberine as a replacement for Ozempic in weight loss planning, discuss scientists’ innate skepticism of natural remedies, and breakdown the “number one” characteristic recruiters at Google and Microsoft are looking for in job interviews. Oh and it’s our...
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#009: Should you get the flu shot?
In Episode #009 Jack and Amanda attempt to debunk some common myths around the flu vaccines, discuss our excitement over new triple viral Rapid Antigen Testing, and vent about pet peeves in work email etiquette. Chapters: * (4:36) WHO rejects artificial sweeteners for weight loss * (9:33) Tiktok...
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#008 How do we stop vaping in schools?
It’s better late than never, and in episode 1.08 of Crossover Connections with Jack Wang, we discuss the new ban on vaping imposed by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in Australia, and dive into the impact of e-cigarettes on our long-term health. The Connect: * Gen Z is the most…
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#007: TikTok Ban, AI job interviews, and fraudulent 30 under 30s
With great purchasing power comes great responsibility and in episode #007 we contrast the economic driving force provided by Gen Z, against the pressures they face entering the workforce. Chapters: * (3:56) ChatGPT is hallucinating and making up fake newspaper articles at The Guardian * (6:13)...
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#006: Prime Energy Drink - how much is too much caffeine?
In episode #006 we dissect the “kerfuffle” surrounding the Australian rollout of Prime Energy drink, how dangerous it may or may not be for kids, and the molecular basis of why coffee won’t give you extra energy. Chapters: * (2:24) California’s plan for cheaper insulin collides with Big Pharma’s...
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#005: GPT 4, Ancient Zombie Viruses, and 4-day working weeks
In episode 5, Jack and Amanda contemplate the implications of GPT 4 and the announcement of Microsoft’s AI Co-pilot, how this may impact scientific discoveries, and how productivity in our sectors can be better streamlined. Chapters: * (2:29) Moth eating bats could save wineries $50 million a…
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#004: Diabetic Economics - insulin prices, artificial sweeteners, and Apple watches.
In episode 4 of the Crossover Connections Podcast, Jack and Amanda discuss the latest issues in Science, Technology and Education, this week through the lens of all the new headlines surrounding diabetes treatment and prevention Chapters: (2:32) Our apology to bats (6:17) Nightmarish crochet...
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