From Pharma to Diagnostics: A 20-Year Innovation Journey
Release Date: 02/21/2025
25 Years in Pharma: How One Leader Transforms Companies and Teams
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Brian Lortie, the Chief Executive Officer of Uniquity Bio, who brings over 25 years of pharmaceutical leadership experience ranging from startup ventures to large corporate operations. Brian has an impressive track record of leading successful teams and driving strategic development in the biopharmaceutical industry, including his previous roles as CEO of Onspira Therapeutics and President of the pharmaceutical business at Endo Pharmaceuticals. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:43 Sponsor Message: Bio on the...
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Paul Fabre, a Vice President of Client Services for the Greater Boston Region at BioBridges LLC, A PharmaAlliance Company. With a diverse professional background spanning entertainment, restaurant work, corporate sales, and recruiting, Paul has found his calling as a facilitator, connecting great minds to drive meaningful progress in the life sciences industry. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:43 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025 02:20 Guest Introduction: Paul Fabre 03:32 Paul's Diverse Career Journey...
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Ann Conn, a triple board-certified physician and Chief Medical Officer of NeuroGlympse a pioneering TBI diagnostics company. With her deep clinical expertise in Pain Management, Neurology, and Headache Medicine, Ann brings a passion for innovation and strategic thinking to improve patient care. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:40 Meet Dr. Anne Conn 01:01 Dr. Conn's Journey in Medicine 02:42 Innovative Pain Management Techniques 03:43 Don's Personal Health Story 05:03 Understanding Patient Symptoms 12:19 NeuroGlympse and...
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Water Revolution: Breakthrough Membranes with Aquaporin's Innovation VP
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jörg Vogel, VP of Open Innovation at Aquaporin A/S, who leads the company's innovation efforts through collaborative research and development in advancing their groundbreaking Aquaporin Inside® technology. With over 17 years of expertise in biomimetic membranes and leadership experience, Dr. Vogel drives innovation across internal and external research initiatives, including the Aquaporin Space Alliance, and brings a unique interdisciplinary approach to solving complex technological challenges. 00:00 Introduction to Life...
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Transforming Autism Treatment: One Scientist's Innovative Path
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Patrick Moran, an attorney and entrepreneur who transitioned from industrial agriculture and healthcare to life sciences with his groundbreaking work at Pebble Life Science. Patrick's innovative research, which began with a prototype showing promising results for children with autism, has led to the development of a unique intellectual property and patent strategy that could potentially transform therapeutic approaches in neurodevelopmental conditions. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:28 Meet Patrick Moran: From...
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Pierre Morgon, a seasoned life science executive with over 35 years of experience in global pharmaceutical operations, startup leadership, and board governance. Pierre is the CEO of MRGN Advisors and brings extensive expertise across specialty care, vaccines, and immunotherapy, with a distinguished background that includes multiple leadership roles in multinational corporations and innovative biotech startups. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:42 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025 02:16 Guest Introduction: Pierre...
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From Pharma to Diagnostics: A 20-Year Innovation Journey
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Kris Franklin, a seasoned professional with nearly 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical, agricultural, and clinical diagnostics who founded Clinicore Labs to revolutionize clinical testing through innovative technologies. With a graduate degree from Vanderbilt and a history of groundbreaking developments, including patenting the first small volume blood method for hormone quantification, Kris brings a wealth of expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to the world of clinical diagnostics. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast...
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Forrest Brown: Advancing Global Health Through Innovative Facilities
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, my guest is Forrest Brown, President of Germfree, a pioneering company in mobile laboratory and biocontainment solutions. With a Summa Cum Laude degree in Biomedical Engineering and an impressive career transforming CGMP facilities, Forrest brings a wealth of strategic leadership and technical expertise to our conversation today. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:42 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025 02:16 Guest Introduction: Forrest Brown of Germfree 02:51 Forrest Brown's Career Journey 06:19 Germfree's Global Reach...
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David Craig: Pioneering Treatments for Muscle Wasting Diseases
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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, my guest is David R. Craig, CEO of Sarcomatrix Therapeutics. With over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a track record of successful drug development and commercialization, David brings valuable insights into innovative treatments for muscle wasting diseases. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:34 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025 02:18 Guest Introduction: David R. Craig, CEO of Sarcomatrix Therapeutics 02:47 David R. Craig's Journey in the Pharmaceutical Industry 06:20 Understanding Muscle Wasting...
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HDO Health CEO Tackles Global Bleeding Crisis | Life Science Success
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In this episode of the Life Science Success podcast, my guest is Bryan J. Stewart, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of HDO Health. Bryan is a distinguished board member, certified governance expert, and accomplished executive who is leading the charge in developing innovative medical devices to address uncontrolled bleeding, the leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:35 Sponsor Message: Bio in the Bayou Conference 02:28 Guest Introduction: Brian J. Stewart 04:06 Brian's Journey and HDO Health 06:24 Innovative Medical Device: The HDO Health...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Kris Franklin, a seasoned professional with nearly 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical, agricultural, and clinical diagnostics who founded Clinicore Labs to revolutionize clinical testing through innovative technologies. With a graduate degree from Vanderbilt and a history of groundbreaking developments, including patenting the first small volume blood method for hormone quantification, Kris brings a wealth of expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to the world of clinical diagnostics.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:40 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025
02:14 Guest Introduction: Kris Franklin
02:54 Kris Franklin's Early Career and Education
15:55 Transition to Clinical Labs and Diagnostics
22:47 Building and Managing Labs
32:18 Developing Innovative Diagnostic Tests
34:54 Innovating COVID Testing with Saliva
36:37 From COVID to Wound and UTI Testing
37:46 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Lab Testing
38:44 Introducing the One Touch System
40:34 Revolutionizing Athletic Performance Monitoring
43:46 Comprehensive Endocrine Mapping
45:38 Direct-to-Consumer Testing and Innovations
55:30 Concerns About Overregulation
01:00:04 The Thrill of Problem Solving
01:04:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts