What if the next big medical breakthrough was already sitting in a lab, waiting to be discovered?
In this episode of Creating Synergy, we sit down with Justin Coombs, Chief Operating Officer at AusHealth, to dive into the groundbreaking advancements shaping the future of medicine. From life-saving cancer treatments to antibiotic innovations and even the surprising role of platypus venom in diabetes research, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about where healthcare is headed.
Why This Episode Will Change How You See Healthcare:
▶︎ CAR T Therapy & Cancer Breakthroughs – The game-changing therapy that’s curing leukemia and could replace chemotherapy.
▶︎ Bacteriophages: The Future of Antibiotics? – The virus that kills bacteria without harming humans.
▶︎ Platypus Venom & Diabetes Treatment – A strange discovery that could change diabetes management forever.
▶︎ The Challenges of Innovation – Why Australia struggles with translating research into real-world solutions—and what needs to change.
This episode isn’t just for scientists or healthcare professionals—it’s for anyone who wants to understand how biotech is shaping the future of human health and why the most important medical advancements might be closer than we think.
🎧 Don’t miss this one—listen now!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Why Biotech Matters to Everyone
02:07 - Biotech vs. Traditional Cancer Treatments
06:12 - The Accidental Discovery That Changed Agriculture
10:27 - From Scientist to Entrepreneur
18:15 - The Life-Saving Power of CAR-T Therapy
27:49 - Fighting Sepsis with a Revolutionary Blood Protein
41:42 - Platypus Venom and Weight Loss
47:29 - Bacteriophage Therapy: A Comeback Story
1:06:04 - AI in Healthcare: Smarter Hospitals
1:10:52 - The Future of Personalized Cancer Treatment
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