Exploring ARPA-H Innovations: Insights with Craig Gravitz and Jenica Patterson, Ph.D.
Release Date: 08/05/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of BioTalk, Rich Bendis, President and CEO of BioHealth Innovation, Inc., welcomes guests from ARPA-H: Craig Gravitz, Director of the Project Accelerator Transition Innovation Office (PATIO), and Jenica Patterson, Ph.D., Portfolio Lead at ARPA-H. Together, they provide a comprehensive overview of ARPA-H's mission and innovative programs.
Craig Gravitz and Jenica Patterson share their educational and career backgrounds, setting the stage for a discussion about ARPA-H and its various initiatives. They provide insights into how ARPA-H differentiates itself from other agencies like HHS and NIH, while also highlighting their collaborative efforts.
Listeners will learn about the Project Accelerator Transition Innovation Office (PATIO) and its crucial role within ARPA-H. Jenica Patterson discusses her portfolio, including key areas and projects, and provides details on the new women's sprint for health initiative and its funding tracks.
The conversation highlights examples of ARPA-H investments and milestones achieved, as well as the processes involved in determining future programs and investment priorities. Craig and Jenica also discuss the unique Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program and how it supports ARPA-H projects.
About Craig Gravitz: Craig Gravitz is designing and implementing the transition and commercial strategy for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). Prior to joining ARPA-H, Mr. Gravitz launched and ran a research and development program at the Defense Logistics Agency. He is a licensed attorney and has previously serviced as a contracting officer.
About Jenica Patterson, Ph.D.: Jenica Patterson, Ph.D is a Portfolio Lead at ARPA-H within the Project Accelerator Transition Innovation Office (PATIO) and leads the Sprint for Women’s Health. Formerly Dr. Patterson served as the Director of the Technology Transfer and Transition (T3X) Division in the PATIO office, where she oversaw public-private partnerships for transition and the small business program for ARPA-H. Dr. Patterson received her Ph.D in Neuroscience at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and served as a Science and Technical Advisor at the Defense Advance Research Project Agency, and a Program Director at NIH prior to joining ARPA-H.
Tune in to BioTalk for an informative discussion with Craig Gravitz and Jenica Patterson as we explore the innovative work of ARPA-H and its impact on health research and development.
Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com).