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The Climate Biotech Podcast

Homeworld Collective
Biotechnology
Climate Change
Climate Biotechnology
Biomanufacturing
Energy Transition
Climate Biotech
Methane
Carbon Emissions
Circular Economy
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Enzyme Immobilization
Sustainability
Carbon Capture
Synthetic Biology
Nitrous Oxide
Microbiomes
Community Biolabs
Microbial Engineering
Cemvita
Homeworld Collective

Are you fascinated by the power and potential of biotechnology? Do you want to learn about cutting-edge innovations that can address climate change? The Climate Biotech Podcast explores the most pressing problems at the intersection of climate and biology, and most importantly, how to solve them. Hosted by Dan Goodwin, a neuroscientist turned biotech enthusiast, the podcast features interviews wit... more

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Professor Pam Silver from Harvard Medical School joins us as a founding figure and legend in synthetic biology whose scientific path led from pioneering work on nuclear localization to co-developing the revolutionary "bionic leaf"—a system that combi... more

Sonja Salmon takes us on a fascinating journey through her 20-year quest to harness the power of enzymes and textiles to fight climate change. Her background in textile chemistry led to a deep understanding of natural polymers like cellulose and chit... more

When Loren Looger walks into a room, he doesn't want recognition, he wants to make things that work. The creator of revolutionary, open-source tools that transformed how we visualize brain activity is increasingly turning his protein engineering expe... more

What happens when a structural biochemist turns his attention to mountains of rock? Dr. Sasha Milshteyn takes us on a remarkable journey from studying tiny molecular movements in proteins to revolutionizing how we extract copper from massive mine hea... more

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Recent Guests

Pam Silver
A leading figure in synthetic biology, co-founder of iGEM and various biotech companies
Harvard University
Episode: Synthetic Biology Acceleration with Pam Silver
Sonia Salmon
Professor at North Carolina State University with expertise in textile chemistry, polymer science, and biology.
North Carolina State University
Episode: Textile-immobilized Enzymes for CO2 Capture with Sonja Salmon
Loren Looger
Professor of neurosciences at UC San Diego and HHMI investigator
UC San Diego
Episode: Optical biosensors for neural circuits and methane-eating enzymes with Loren Looger
Sasha Milshteyn
A biochemist turned entrepreneur and the founder of Transition Biomining.
Transition Biomining
Episode: Redirecting the Microbiome: Rethinking Copper Mining with Sasha Milshteyn
Esteban Gozel
Charles N. Mellows Professor of Engineering at Cornell, a geochemist focused on volcanic ash and its impact on climate.
Cornell University
Episode: Transforming Minerals with Biology: Rare Earth Extraction and Carbon Storage with Buz Barstow and Esteban Gazel
Buz Barstow
Associate Professor of Biological and Environmental Engineering at Cornell, specializing in synthetic biology related to climate solutions.
Cornell University
Episode: Transforming Minerals with Biology: Rare Earth Extraction and Carbon Storage with Buz Barstow and Esteban Gazel
Chris Eiben
Creative biochemist with a focus on synthetic metabolism and protein engineering.
GigaCrop
Episode: Redesigning Photosynthesis to Boost Agricultural Yield with Chris Eiben
Cesar Ramirez-Sarmiento
Professor of Biological and Medical Engineering at Universidad Católica in Chile
Universidad Católica
Episode: The Global Plastics Problem and Protein Engineering with Cesar Ramirez-Sarmiento
Maria Astolfi
Engineer developing biotechnologies that protect biodiversity and co-founder of the first Synthetic Biology Lab in the Amazon.
Episode: Engineering the P450 Workhorse to Secure Supply Chains and Save Endangered Trees with Maria Astolfi

Host

Dan Goodwin
Host of the Climate Biotech Podcast, a neuroscientist turned biotech enthusiast, engaging with leading experts on the intersection of biotechnology and climate solutions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • A rich listening experience

    Thank you Homeworld team for bringing us listeners such a rich listening experience filled with wisdom from the industrial and climate biotech scene.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Albert Anis
    Swedena month ago
  • Breathtaking in scope and depth

    Dan and the team manage to stay on the very forefront of developing climate tech and still dive deep into the stories of researchers lives and passions. Dan brings his warmth and curiosity and enthusiasm to each interview. Amazing people talking about the amazing work they do.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Samuel (Channel) Thompson
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thought provoking

    This show is great. Dan really has a way to bring out the excitement of what be a depressing topic. Timely issue coverage, world experts, discussing the most important topics in a sector that will literally determine the fate of our planet and our species.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loren looger
    United Statesa month ago
  • Relevant, Technical, Inspiring

    Finally, a podcast that dives deep into the real challenges and opportunities in biotech applications for climate — optimistic without the hype. Smart guests, thoughtful questions, and genuinely useful context for anyone building or investing in the space.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosetaru
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the smart, technical discussions that provide practical context and insights into biotechnology's applications for climate solutions.
Many find the expert guests to be relevant and engaging, contributing significantly to the show's informative nature.
Reviewers highlight the podcast's optimistic approach while maintaining a realistic perspective on the challenges within the biotech field.

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Textile-immobilized Enzymes for CO2 Capture with Sonja Salmon
Q: What is one aspect of personal development that you think biotechnologists need to spend more time on?
Believing in yourself and what you're doing is essential.
Textile-immobilized Enzymes for CO2 Capture with Sonja Salmon
Q: If you had a magic wand to get more attention or resources into any one part of bio, what would it be?
Anything that can support biology in helping reduce our CO2 accumulation in the atmosphere is really critical.
Textile-immobilized Enzymes for CO2 Capture with Sonja Salmon
Q: What's the best advice line that a mentor has given you?
Pick up the phone. You need to reach out to people on your own.
Textile-immobilized Enzymes for CO2 Capture with Sonja Salmon
Q: What is a single book, paper, art piece, or idea that blew your mind and shaped your development as a scientist?
Carl Sagan's programs influenced the way I think because I think about molecules.
Engineering the P450 Workhorse to Secure Supply Chains and Save Endangered Trees with Maria Astolfi
Q: What are you currently focused on?
I am working on engineering P450s to improve their activity for biosynthesis to scale the production of valuable molecules.

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The focus is on biotechnology's role in tackling climate change, featuring discussions on innovative solutions and applications across diverse areas such as mining, agricultural productivity, and environmental remediation. The content regularly showcases expert insights on how synthetic biology, protein engineering, and microbial technologies can be harnessed to address pressing ecological challenges, including carbon sequestration and plastic degradation. Unique perspectives from guests who merge academia with entrepreneurship enhance the themes of sustainability and innovation, appealing to listeners interested in the intersection of science, technology, and environmental impact.

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Recent guests on The Climate Biotech Podcast include:

1. Pam Silver
2. Sonia Salmon
3. Loren Looger
4. Sasha Milshteyn
5. Esteban Gozel
6. Buz Barstow
7. Chris Eiben
8. Cesar Ramirez-Sarmiento

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