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January 23, 2025 61 mins

Patrick Ball, Associate Director of Operations at the Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium, brings the energy as he dives into how HRBRC is tackling health disparities and revolutionizing biohealth innovation in Hampton Roads.

From cutting-edge tech like 3D-printed lifelike medical models to community-driven initiatives that address equity in healthcare, Patrick gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how HRBRC is changing lives.

Get ready to explore the science, partnerships, and passion driving this state-sponsored powerhouse to transform healthcare in the region.


Chapters:

(0:00) Introduction and casual banter
(2:12) Super Bowl anticipation and sports unpredictability
(4:10) Patrick Ball's journey from sports to technical career
(7:33) The role of storytelling in technical fields
(9:08) Technical writing ethics lesson
(12:11) Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium (HRBRC) overview
(16:01) Navigating acronyms and facility renovations at HRBRC
(20:12) Advanced lab technologies at HRBRC
(24:31) Developing medical training models at HRBRC
(25:57) Patrick Ball's career shift to HRBRC
(31:27) Public support for HRBRC's mission
(33:09) JIACES introduction and healthcare AI applications
(38:36) Tackling healthcare costs with technology
(41:00) Medical training innovations using 3D printing
(43:19) ODU's R1 designation impact on HRBRC
(45:15) Future of remote surgery and NOAA collaboration
(48:21) 3D printing in anthropology and archaeology
(51:19) Student outreach and technology career inspiration
(56:02) 3D printing in sports medicine
(58:05) Local eateries favorites
(1:00:36) Closing remarks


Guest links:

https://hrbrc.org/


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