
Talking Biotech is a weekly podcast that uncovers the stories, ideas and research of people at the frontier of biology and engineering. Each episode explores how science and technology will transform agriculture, protect the environment, and feed 10 billion people by 2050. Interviews are led by Dr. Kevin Folta, a professor of molecular biology and genomics.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 490 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceLife Sciences | |||

Severe burns require specialized care and long healing times at great expense. This week's Talking Biotech podcast explores the latest advancements in burn treatment technology with Dr. Katie Bush from Aveda Medical. Discover how innovative cell ther... more
This episode explores the latest advancements in personalized DNA and RNA technologies for early cancer detection, diagnostics, and treatment monitoring. New technologies identify molecular signatures of tumors that help predict onset and re-occurren... more
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a pressing health issue that affects over a billion people worldwide, yet it often goes unnoticed until it's too late. In this post, we'll explore insights from Dr. Salvatore Viscomi, the CEO and founder of Carna Healt... more
This week's Talking Biotech Podcast examines the realistic potential of AI in cancer research and healthcare, emphasizing data quality, individualization, and system reform. Guest: Dr. Emilia Javorsky, Future of Life Institute.
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Essential listening in an increasingly anti-science world. Dr Folta explains things clearly and has fascinating guests to talk about all areas of science
Great science based podcast that explains it to my level. Thanks for the continued work.
There are not enough fantastic scientific resources like this. It is unbiased, accurate and educational. In this world of science misinformation, I applaud Dr. Flora for being a steady voice for objective evidence-based reason.
Kevin is a great host, inviting experts to discuss a wide array of biotech related subjects. Highly recommended.
This podcast is timely and helps keep one current on biotech issues. I enjoy listening each week
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A biotech-forward show featuring in-depth conversations with scientists, entrepreneurs, and clinicians who are pushing the boundaries of biology, agriculture, and health. Episodes range from CKD prevention platforms and AI-enabled healthcare, to peptide therapeutics, plant propagation, plasmid-based cancer therapies, and biotech-enabled consumer products. The host steers technical discussions toward practical implications, real-world applications, and policy or public perception challenges, making complex science accessible for professionals and educated lay audiences alike. A notable through-line is translating cutting-edge research into scalable solutions, whether in medicine, agriculture, or industry, and critically examining safety, reg... more
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Recent guests on Talking Biotech include:
1. Nathan Montgomery
2. Salvador Viscomi
3. Emilia Javorsky
4. Dr. Steven Lindow
5. Dr. Karsten Eastman
6. Danelle Seymour
7. Dr. Neela Patel
8. Dr. Diane Hollenbaugh
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