061 - Sewage Wars From Toxins to Trends: A University Leader's Vision for Pandemic Prevention

In this engaging interview, Dr. Christopher P. Holstege from the University of Virginia discusses his multifaceted career spanning toxicology research, student health and wellness, and academic leadership. He highlights the unique research opportunities within a university setting, particularly focusing on leveraging diverse student data to proactively address health trends and ensure student well-being. Dr. Holstege emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with the School of Data Science and Biomedical Engineering, to drive innovation in healthcare and safety. He also underscores the value of experiential learning for students through internships within the health and wellness center and offers insightful advice on interdisciplinary collaboration and thinking outside the box for aspiring entrepreneurs.For a summary and to connect with the guest, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-decoded-podcastProduced by www.andycostafilms.com