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Supply Chain Operations and Procurement Executive
In this episode, Chris Calabretta discusses the transformative impact of AI on biomanufacturing and pharmaceuticals. He emphasizes AI's role in managing data overload, enhancing real-time data analysis, and adapting to regulatory changes to improve operational efficiency. Calabretta highlights the importance of talent development in navigating this technological shift, urging companies to invest in skilled professionals who understand both the technology and the business landscape. He also explores the potential for personalized medicine, noting that smaller biotech firms are poised to leverage new technologies for rare disease treatments. Throughout the conversation, he advocates for a proactive approach to AI adoption, urging leaders to stay informed about emerging technologies while balancing legacy systems and privacy concerns.
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Ex Vice President of Digital Manufacturing at Pfizer
This episode delves into the transformative role of Katalyze AI in enhancing biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Featuring insights from Mike Tomasco, the discussion explores the implementation of generative AI, including the 'manufacturing copilot', to streamline operations through predictive algorithms and chatbots. Key topics include real-time decision-making, data automation, and the integration of raw materials data into AI models. Emphasis is placed on building trust in AI, scaling models across processes, and the collaborative efforts between data scientists and operators. The conversation underscores Katalyze AI's contribution to optimizing yields, improving quality, and fostering continuous improvement in biopharma manufacturing.
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VP of Value Engineering at Tendo
In this episode of Katalyze AI, the host interviews Michael (Mike) Burton, an expert in biopharma and drug development, about the industry's evolution, challenges, and the impact of AI on manufacturing processes. Burton discusses his career transition from life sciences operations to health tech, highlighting the increasing complexity and costs of biologics and vaccines compared to simpler drugs in the past. The discussion covers the technological lag in the sector, impacts of mergers and acquisitions, and the prevalent use of outdated tools. Real-world examples illustrate issues like temperature-sensitive manufacturing across continents and the rise of contract manufacturing. The conversation emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in optimizing manufacturing, with real-time data analysis and pattern recognition significantly enhancing yields and efficiencies. Katalyze AI is highlighted as a key player in leveraging AI to bring substantial value to the manufacturing space.
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Ex Vice President of Digital Manufacturing at Pfizer
In this episode, Brandy and Mike Tomasco discuss the integration of generative AI in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly how it can enhance shop-floor operations and improve efficiency. Mike, a former VP of digitization at Pfizer, emphasizes the potential of AI-driven tools like Katalyze AI to simplify complex tasks for operators by acting as a co-pilot. This technology can predict and suggest optimal actions based on historical data, helping to preempt issues and guide newer employees to operate with the expertise of long-time workers.
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Life Science and Health Policy Advisor, Food and Drug Lawyer, Former Congressional staffer
This episode of Katalysts by Katalyze AI dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence, featuring Paul Kim’s insights on its transformative potential across industries. With over 30 years of experience in Washington DC, Paul Kim advises patient advocates, global life science leaders, and innovative emerging companies on FDA and public health policy- developing legislative and policy strategies for regulatory reforms, drafting and enacting Federal legislation, and securing funding or creating effective P3s.
The conversation explores pivotal breakthroughs, ethical dilemmas, and the critical role of transparency and regulation in shaping the future of AI. From the practical applications of AI in fields like healthcare to concerns about job displacement and biases in systems, the discussion provides a balanced view of both the opportunities and challenges AI presents.
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Chief Operating Officer @ Mediphage
In this episode, Lee Bowman, COO of Mediphage, explores the intersection of gene therapy, AI, and digital transformation in biotech. With a strong focus on operational excellence, he leads cross-functional teams, manages budgets, and fosters key stakeholder relationships to drive groundbreaking gene therapy technologies. Bowman discusses how innovation is accelerating drug development, the role of strategic partnerships, and the challenges facing small biotech companies. He also shares insights on overcoming industry limitations and the future of personalized medicine. Tune in for a compelling discussion on the advancements shaping the next generation of healthcare.
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Global CTO, Lifesciences @ Snowflake | Forbes Council Member & Contributor
In this episode, we dive deep into how AI is reshaping the pharmaceutical manufacturing landscape with Harini. From improving operational efficiency to leveraging predictive analytics and generative content, Harini shares her expertise on driving smarter, faster, and more accurate decisions in this critical industry.
Harini Gopalakrishnan is a seasoned professional with 17+ years of experience at the intersection of life sciences and technology. She has worked across various sectors including consulting, pharma, CRO, and tech, gaining expertise in product innovations, strategic partnerships, and tech interventions. Known for her energy, drive, and entrepreneurial mindset, she excels at creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align and support key business initiatives. Harini was the winner of the Gartner Award in 2020 for the "Innovative Use of an Emerging Technology in Pharma and Life Sciences.”
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Global Head, Data Management, ML & AI Platform, MSAT at Sanofi
In this episode, we dive deep into the real impact of AI with Ramila Peiris. He shares how businesses can effectively adopt AI by investing in people, fostering collaboration, and creating sustainable data strategies. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, business leader, or just curious about the future of data, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
Ramila Peiris is Global Head, Data Management, ML & AI Platform, MSAT at Sanofi, a pragmatic and strategic leader with a strong track record in problem-solving, driving innovation, and delivering impactful data science solutions. He excels at engaging diverse stakeholders, breaking silos, and implementing digital capabilities that drive real business impact. Passionate about improving processes, scaling innovations from proof of concept to industrialization, and building high-performance teams, Ramila is dedicated to turning data into actionable insights that transform organizations.
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