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Mendelspod Podcast

Theral Timpson
Genomics
Precision Medicine
Proteomics
Illumina
Genomic Medicine
Artificial Intelligence
Genetic Testing
Drug Development
Oncology
Liquid Biopsy
Cancer
Synthetic Biology
Biotechnology
CRISPR
Single-Cell Genomics
Spatial Biology
Aging
Rare Diseases
Cancer Treatment
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Offering a front row seat to the Century of Biology, veteran podcast host Theral Timpson interviews the who's who in genomics and genomic medicine. www.mendelspod.com

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Acute leukemia patients often wait days or even weeks for the full battery of molecular tests needed to guide treatment decisions. Dr. Parth Shah from Dartmouth believes long read sequencing can dramatically shorten that timeline. In this episode, Sh... more

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We’ve become remarkably good at reading cancer cells. Spatial biology enabled us to read them in context. Today we discuss a new Nature study suggesting that the tumor ... more

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For the past decade, liquid biopsy has largely been defined by oncology. Tumors shed DNA carrying mutations and epigenetic changes which allows researchers to detect ca... more

The future of genomics has arrived in Abu Dhabi.

On today’s show, Dr. Mohamed Alameri of the UAE Department of Health and Albarah El-Khani of M42 describe one of the most ambitious precision medicine efforts underway anywhere in the world: the Emira... more

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Recent Guests

Vince Miller
Former founding chief medical officer of Foundation Medicine; thoracic oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Foundation Medicine (former), Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Episode: Liquid Biopsy for the Tumor Microenvironment: with Vince Miller and Mirna Jarosz
Mirna Jarosz
CEO of LiquidCellDx
LiquidCellDx
Episode: Liquid Biopsy for the Tumor Microenvironment: with Vince Miller and Mirna Jarosz
Mohamed Alameri
Division Director of Genome and Biobank, Department of Health, UAE
Department of Health, UAE
Episode: The UAE’s Big Bet on Genomic Medicine with Mohamed Alameri and Albarah El-Khani
Albarah El-Khani
Chief Operating Officer of Integrated Health Solutions, M42
M42
Episode: The UAE’s Big Bet on Genomic Medicine with Mohamed Alameri and Albarah El-Khani
Ryan Flynn
Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital
Harvard Medical School; Boston Children's Hospital
Episode: Ryan Flynn of Harvard on Non-Coding RNA
Gary Schroth
Chief Scientific Officer at Cellanome
Cellanome
Episode: Gary Schroth on Connecting Cellular Behavior to the Transcriptome
Phil Febbo
Chief Medical and Scientific Officer at Veracyte
Veracyte
Episode: Two-Thirds of High-Risk Breast Cancer Patients May Avoid Chemotherapy According to Veracyte Data Presented at ASCO
John Leite
Chief Commercial Officer at Veracyte
Veracyte
Episode: Two-Thirds of High-Risk Breast Cancer Patients May Avoid Chemotherapy According to Veracyte Data Presented at ASCO
Karina Kulangara
Associate Vice President of R&D in Companion Diagnostics at Agilent
Agilent Technologies
Episode: Building the Diagnostic Layer of Modern Cancer Care with Rita Shaknovich and Karina Kulangara of Agilent

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Theral Timpson
Host of Mendelspod Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Great views into high science

    As a fractional CFO at BluePrint CPAs, I find the technical aspects of the shows help me dive into the fast-paced world of life sciences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BluePrint CPAs
    Canada4 years ago
  • Fascinating content!

    No matter the subject, you’re guaranteed to learn something from every episode - can’t recommend Mendelspod enough! 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States5 years ago
  • Great podcast if you’re into life science

    Great interviews and panelists. In depth and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    111CooperDale
    United States6 years ago
  • Informative Listen

    Informative, up-to-date commentary and interviews delivered by a knowledgable, engaging and entertaining host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B-111
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Interesting subject, bad interviewer

    There are some great guests but Theral interrupts them often to put in his own 'two cents'. Let your guests tell their story!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    smlmbrt
    Canada9 years ago

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Content is up-to-date and practically informative for biotech strategy
Guests are often top-tier, with rigorous questions from the host
Insightful discussions pairing high science with industry context
Some listeners wish for smoother moderation and more guest-led dialogue

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The UAE’s Big Bet on Genomic Medicine with Mohamed Alameri and Albarah El-Khani
Q: What lessons can other countries learn from the UAE's approach to building a national genomics program?
Key lessons include establishing strong national stewardship and governance, aligning ethical and regulatory standards, and fostering cross-sector collaboration. Centralization of data to enable scalable research while protecting privacy, and a proactive, hands-on ecosystem approach where regulators and operators work together in hospitals and ministries, have been critical to accelerating impact.
The UAE’s Big Bet on Genomic Medicine with Mohamed Alameri and Albarah El-Khani
Q: What are some concrete, real-world examples of how genomic information is changing patient care in the UAE?
A notable example involved a middle-aged woman with a family history of cancer who re-consented to diagnostic testing; she was found to carry a BRCA1 mutation, leading to a tailored care pathway including heightened surveillance and potential surgical options. The program also expanded pharmacogenomics reports to the health system, enabling more precise medication choices for many patients.
The UAE’s Big Bet on Genomic Medicine with Mohamed Alameri and Albarah El-Khani
Q: Mohamed, could you describe the original vision behind the Emirati Genome Program and how it evolved toward national healthcare infrastructure?
The program started with a goal to sequence around one million genomes, but the deeper aim was to create a national asset that supports predictive, preventive, and precision health. Early decisions focused on research, but the trajectory quickly shifted to clinical integration, using genomic data to inform patient care and population health, not just to accumulate data for its own sake.
Ryan Flynn of Harvard on Non-Coding RNA
Q: What led you to explore RNA on the cell surface beyond the nucleus?
The long-standing view that glycans and RNAs occupy different cellular spaces was challenged when RNA was found to be conjugated to glycans and presented on the cell surface, suggesting a functional role for RNA in extracellular contexts and prompting new questions about RNA's surface biology.
Ryan Flynn of Harvard on Non-Coding RNA
Q: Can you remind us what a glycan is?
A glycan is one of the four major biopolymers, consisting of carbohydrate chains; they are external to the cell and play a central role in cell communication, alongside nucleic acids, proteins, and lipids.

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What is Mendelspod Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on cutting-edge biology, genomics, and biomedical innovation, with episodes spanning Bayesian modeling in oncology, six-base genomics, spatial transcriptomics, MRD and genomic medicine adoption, aging biology, and peptide therapeutics. Guests include lab scientists, biotech founders, and industry leaders, often pairing deep technical explanations with practical implications for clinical practice, drug development, and health systems. A notable strength is bridging laboratory advances with real-world applications, from diagnostics and therapy design to regulatory and reimbursement considerations, making it a strong resource for researchers, investors, and decision-makers seeking the latest in genomic medicine an... more

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