Episodes

  • Securing the Cyberworld: Seven AI's Funding Success and Mission

    Securing the Cyberworld: Seven AI's Funding Success and Mission
    Jun 8 2024
    This episode of 'AI in Life Sciences' presents exciting updates from the world of artificial intelligence and its game-changing applications in the Life Sciences sector. Pioneering the breakthroughs, in our first news item, Seven AI has garnered an impressive $36 million in initial funding. This considerable investment will bolster the tech company's ambition to equip businesses with AI-powered cybersecurity. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, Seven AI's adaptive software is a remarkable step towards empowering digital defenses. Notably, Greylock took the lead in this round, boosting the cybersecurity company's value to over $100 million.
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    1 min
  • Intermountain Health's AI Initiative and Regeneron's $100M Bet: Advancements in Health IT and Biomedicine

    Intermountain Health's AI Initiative and Regeneron's $100M Bet: Advancements in Health IT and Biomedicine
    Apr 26 2024
    "AI in Life Sciences" dives into the world where technology and biology intersect, providing expert insight and analysis on the latest trends, breakthroughs, and controversies. In this episode, we explore a potential bird flu threat in Midwestern milk, the innovative use of AI in tackling workforce shortages in healthcare, and impressive revenue growth in AstraZeneca, thanks in part to their cancer drugs. We also discuss Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ $100M wager on Mammoth’s CRISPR technology, the crucial role of AI understanding for health IT leaders, and how AI is revolutionizing drug discovery at AION Labs. Finally, we delve into Bristol Myers Squibb’s major restructuring and its implications for employees and the company's future growth. Stay tuned for these stories and more on "AI in Life Sciences".
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    5 mins
  • "From Novartis' New Chair to AI Advancements: Key Insights in Pharma and Tech"

    "From Novartis' New Chair to AI Advancements: Key Insights in Pharma and Tech"
    Apr 24 2024
    AI in Life Sciences is a podcast that keeps a finger on the pulse of technological advancement within the healthcare and pharmaceutical fields. In this episode, we'll take a deep dive into Novartis AG's recent nomination of former Bristol Myers CEO Giovanni Caforio as incoming chair, examining what this could mean for the company's future amidst the global competition. We'll then switch gears to discuss the ongoing reorganization of AI-driven drug developer, BenevolentAI, and how shifting priorities are impacting its workforce. The episode will also cover Ultrahuman's anticipated expansion into the US market through the establishment of a manufacturing center in Indiana, a move benefiting domestic production and job creation. Finally, we'll review Basware's new AP Protect tool, designed to detect errors and fraudulent activities in finance teams using advanced AI algorithms. Join us for thought-provoking insights into how AI continues to revolutionize the life sciences sector.
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    3 mins
  • Advancements in AI Healthcare: ABOUT and Edgility Merger, Scopio Labs' Breakthrough, Innovaccer's HXP Launch, and GE Healthcare's Ultrasound Systems

    Advancements in AI Healthcare: ABOUT and Edgility Merger, Scopio Labs' Breakthrough, Innovaccer's HXP Launch, and GE Healthcare's Ultrasound Systems
    Apr 21 2024
    "AI in Life Sciences" explores the intersect of artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare this week. We start with a discussion on the ABOUT Healthcare's merger with Edgility which it is hoped will usher in a new era of care orchestration solutions, utilizing AI and predictive analytics to optimize hospital operations and improve patient care. We then celebrate an unprecedented regulatory move in blood disorder diagnosis with Scopio Labs' FDA De Novo clearance for its Full-Field Bone Marrow Aspirate (FF-BMA) Application, a software that digitizes the analysis of bone marrow aspirate with the help of AI. Our next story analyses the abilities of Innovaccer's latest healthcare data activation platform, HXP. Born after Innovaccer's acquisition of Cured, this platform uses AI to engage patients and expedite revenue growth. Finally, we wrap up with new developments at GE HealthCare, which recently launched Voluson Signature ultrasound systems that fuse ergonomics with AI, aimed at improving women's healthcare. Tune in to stay updated on how AI continues to refine and revolutionize the healthcare industry.
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    3 mins
  • "AI in Supply Chain with Johns Hopkins, GLP-1s in Parkinson's Treatment, Bridging the Healthcare Divide, and Philadelphia's Safehouse Setback"

    "AI in Supply Chain with Johns Hopkins, GLP-1s in Parkinson's Treatment, Bridging the Healthcare Divide, and Philadelphia's Safehouse Setback"
    Apr 5 2024
    "AI in Life Sciences" takes a comprehensive look into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare and life sciences. It covers various developments and innovations in healthcare from an AI perspective. In this episode, we discuss how AI is being used by Johns Hopkins to predict supply needs which could potentially revolutionize industry practices. We examine the role of GLP-1 molecules in Parkinson's treatment and how de-extinct species could impact medical research. Shining a spotlight on the troubling divide in the healthcare sector between payers and providers, we discuss its implications and possible solutions. Lastly, we delve into the case of Philadelphia's Safehouse and its setback after a federal judge ruled against their appeal, which could impact the fight against the city's opioid crisis. Tune in to discover more about these captivating topics.
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    3 mins
  • Breaking Health Tech: HeHealth's AI-STI Detection, Healthix & Verato's Patient Identification Solutions, Eko Health's FDA Approved Cardiac Tool, Machine Learning in Personalized Treatments, and VR in Nursing Education

    Breaking Health Tech: HeHealth's AI-STI Detection, Healthix & Verato's Patient Identification Solutions, Eko Health's FDA Approved Cardiac Tool, Machine Learning in Personalized Treatments, and VR in Nursing Education
    Apr 4 2024
    "AI in Life Sciences" is an intriguing podcast that presents the latest advancements of AI and tech in the health sciences. This episode discusses HeHealth's cutting-edge STI detection tool, the challenge of patient identification and how Healthix is solving this using Verato, Eko Health's AI-enabled cardiac tool which has recently received FDA clearance, the use of machine learning techniques to tailor personalized medicine treatments, and the inclusion of VR technology in nursing education, including discussion on the barriers and potential solutions for its wider adoption. Tune in to understand the future of technology in healthcare.
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    3 mins
  • Integrating the Future: Integra Acquires Acclarent, AI Transformations, and Advances in Elder Care

    Integrating the Future: Integra Acquires Acclarent, AI Transformations, and Advances in Elder Care
    Apr 2 2024
    AI in Life Sciences is a cutting-edge podcast, offering you the latest insights into the application of artificial intelligence in the life sciences sector. This week we delve into Integra LifeSciences' lucrative acquisition of Acclarent, a pioneer in ENT surgical interventions, looking at the diverse market opportunities that this presents. We also discuss the role of quality data in improving the effectiveness of AI models in healthcare. The podcast features an insightful segment on the tripartite partnership of Otsuka Pharmaceutical, Click Therapeutics, and the FDA leading to the clearance of a new digital therapeutic for major depressive disorder. Our episode also examines the National Institutes of Health's initiative to fund the development of AI tools to aid health disparity research. We explore how AI is potentially transforming healthcare, and how we need to prepare healthcare professionals to leverage these advancements. Finally, we delve into how innovative technology and automation, led by Norbert Health's AI sensing hub, are changing the face of elder care. Tune in for these exciting developments and much more.
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    5 mins
  • "AI Revolution in Healthcare with DrugGPT & AliveCor's Battle with Apple's Monopoly"

    "AI Revolution in Healthcare with DrugGPT & AliveCor's Battle with Apple's Monopoly"
    Apr 1 2024
    In a groundbreaking project, doctors in Africa use AI to fight against diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis, causing a stir in the medical community. This innovative application of AI in diagnosis and treatment of such prevalent diseases might change the game in global health maintenance. - Lastly, we delve into the intersection of genetics and AI, exploring how researchers are making significant strides in understanding and predicting genetic diseases. A fascinating new project in the US combines machine learning and genetics to predict a family's health risk for illnesses like cancer and heart disease. "AI in Life Sciences" presents these significant developments and ongoing issues in AI applications in medical and health fields around the globe. Tune in to explore the future of health, medicine, and technology.
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    2 mins