Georgia Life Sciences Podcast
“Georgia Life Sciences Podcast” is a dynamic exploration of the life sciences industry in Georgia, offering listeners unparalleled insights into the innovations, policies, and partnerships that are driving growth in this critical sector. Hosted by Maria Thacker Goethe, President and CEO of Georgia Life Sciences, the show features fun and in-depth interviews with industry leaders, policymakers, and visionaries who are at the forefront of biotech, medtech, and life sciences in Georgia. Whether you’re a decision-maker within a member organization, an entrepreneur looking to make your mark, or simply passionate about the future of innovations that help to heal, fuel, and feed the world, this podcast is your gateway to the exciting biotech, medtech, and pharma developments in the Peach State.
Episodes
In this episode of the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast, host Maria Thacker Goethe sits down with Avi Robbins, President of the Porex Life Sciences Institute, to discuss how Porex has evolved from a Georgia Tech-founded startup into a global leader in life sciences. Avi shares insights on public-private partnerships, the role of research collaborations, and how Porex is driving innovation in medical devices and diagnostic testing.
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In this episode of the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast, host Maria Thacker-Goethe speaks with Johnna Hodges, Assistant Director of UGA’s Biomedical and International Biomedical Regulatory Sciences Program. They explore the growing need for regulatory professionals in the life sciences sector, how UGA’s program is preparing students for careers in regulatory affairs, clinical trials, and drug safety, and the evolving lands...
Welcome to the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast—your source for the latest insights, innovations, and industry developments in Georgia’s thriving life sciences ecosystem.
This podcast highlights how Georgia Life Sciences is driving industry growth, advancing policies, and fostering strategic partnerships that support biotech professionals and companies. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, policymaker...
In this inaugural episode of Georgia Life Sciences podcast, Maria Thacker Goethe is joined by Steve Damon, CEO of Micron Biomedical.
Steve is an experienced CEO with a demonstrated history of working and succeeding in the biotechnology and medical technology industries. His background includes 4P Thereapeutics, Femasys Inc, and Altea Therapeutics among others. He currently serves as Chairman of Georgia Life Sciences.
Steve and Mari...
In this episode of the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast, host Maria Thacker Goethe sits down with Jon Getzinger, CEO of FERMWORX, to discuss how Georgia is positioned to become a leader in biomanufacturing.
Jon shares insights on how FERMWORX is producing biopolymers and scaling bio-based manufacturing, the challenges of workforce development in biotech, and how federal partnerships are reshaping the U.S. bioeconomy.
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In this episode of the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast, host Maria Thacker-Goethe speaks with Dr. Chris Pack, Director of Preclinical Studies at Metaclipse Therapeutics. They explore the company’s cutting-edge work in immunotherapy, including a personalized vaccine for cancer treatment, how Georgia’s research ecosystem has supported their journey, and what’s next as they prepare for their first clinical trial. Wheth...
In this episode of the Georgia Life Sciences Podcast, host Maria Thacker Goethe sits down with Leanne West, Chief Engineer of Pediatric Technologies at Georgia Tech, to discuss how the Pediatric Innovation Network is transforming healthcare for children.
Leanne shares insights on how collaborative research efforts are leading to groundbreaking medical innovations—from personalized 3D-printed tracheal splints to advancements i...
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