In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jim Pollock, an experienced technology entrepreneur with a background in electrical engineering from MIT and a track record of successfully launching and exiting multiple startup companies. Jim is currently the CEO and Co-founder of LumenAstra, a pioneering medical technology company developing a non-invasive, wearable sensor that can measure core body temperature with potential life-saving applications in surgical procedures like aortic dissection.
00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet Jim Pollock: From MIT to Serial Entrepreneur
01:17 Jim's Early Influences and Career Path
03:28 The Passion for Innovation and Technology
06:22 LumenAstra: Revolutionizing Temperature Sensors
15:42 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Sensor Development
19:52 Future of Medical Technology
20:16 Revolutionizing Health Monitoring
21:16 Continuous Wearable Sensors
22:40 AI in Healthcare
27:10 Leadership Lessons
28:19 Building a Smart Team
33:45 Challenges in Science Funding
38:55 Excitement and Inspiration
40:00 Conclusion and Farewell
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