
A collection of stories and insights on matters of discovery that advance life sciences. Brought to you by the curious people at Cytiva.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 120 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceLife Sciences | |||

In this episode of Discovery Matters, we explore the science, stigma, and innovation behind one of medicine’s most misunderstood hormones. We are joined by Shalin Shah, CEO of Marius Pharmaceuticals, to unpack why testosterone plays a foundational ro... more
Oligonucleotides are moving beyond rare diseases—but scaling them is anything but simple. As therapies target larger patient populations, new synthesis technologies must stand up to real‑world manufacturing constraints, regulatory scrutiny, cost pres... more
Global health has hit a low tide, but the story doesn’t end there. In this episode, we revisit Dr. Jerome Kim of the International Vaccine Institute to explore funding cuts, shifting power, and how regions like Africa and Europe are stepping up to re... more
What does real innovation in life sciences actually look like?
In this episode of Discovery Matters, we explore innovation from both a scientific and deeply human perspective. Guests Helena Strigård, CEO of Ventures Accelerated, and Lisa Lindström, ... more
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Curiosity, fun and science mixed together. I love this podcast when I need to take a break yet still learn something new every time.
A really nice series of short snippets exploring different aspects of the bioprocessing and biotech industry.
Such an insightful and entertaining podcast to guide us through the biotech world.
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This program frequently covers cutting-edge topics in life sciences, including bioprocessing, oligonucleotide manufacturing, gene editing delivery, vaccine security, and the role of AI in accelerating discovery. Guests span industry veterans, researchers, and leaders from major biotech and health organizations, offering practical perspectives on translation from lab to clinic, regulatory navigation, and the evolving biotech landscape. The show often blends human-centered narratives with technical detail, making it useful for listeners who want actionable insights on how scientific advances reach patients, funders, and partners. A notable strength is its ability to connect laboratory breakthroughs with real-world impact, governance, and mark... more
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Recent guests on Discovery Matters include:
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2. Barry Cassie
3. William Fong
4. Helena Strigård
5. Lisa Lindström
6. Stephan Reisenberg
7. Adam Crow
8. Dr. TP. Singh
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