BioTalk Unzipped | Organoids, AI, and the Future of Healthcare

Organoids, AI, and the Future of Healthcare | Jason Burke

May 1, 2024 / 34:40/E11

Summary In this episode of BioTalk Unzipped, the hosts discuss the applications and ethical concerns surrounding organoids, which are 3D cell clusters that mimic the features of full-sized organs. They explore the potential of brain organoids in brain-computer interfaces and neuroplasticity. The conversation then shifts to the impact of AI and data sciences in healthcare, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities in implementing AI strategies. The hosts also discuss the future of quantum computing in healthcare and the FDA's IT strategy with 21 CFR Part 11. Chapters 01:14 - Introduction to BioTalk Unzipped 03:30 - NEW NEWS: Discussion on Organoids and Their Applications 04:45 - Ethical Concerns with Brain Organoids as mini bio-computers 06:31 - Organoid Possibilities in Drug Discovery Research and Brain Interfaces 08:59 - The Potential of Brain Training and Neuroplasticity 10:51 - The Impact of AI and Data Sciences in Healthcare 11:18 - Jason’s Background and Emerging Technologies Transforming Clinical Research 13:43 - The Role of AI in Precision Medicine, Quantum Computing and Business Growth 24:15 - FDA's IT Strategy and the Challenges of Implementing AI 26:32 - The Importance of Strategy and Prioritization in IT, Data Integrity, and 21 CFR Part 11 How to reach us: Jason Burke https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonburke/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonburke/) Creo Inc. - https://www.creoinc.net/ (https://www.creoinc.net/) Dr. Chad Briscoe https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/) Celerion - https://www.celerion.com/ (https://www.celerion.com/) Gregory Austin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/) ECI - https://eci-rx.com/ (https://eci-rx.com/) New News Link: The many uses of mini-organs https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/03/08/1089612/the-many-uses-of-mini-organs/ (https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/03/08/1089612/the-many-uses-of-mini-organs/) Image Credits Brain - https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/658977-kawaii-cute-happy-brain-with-arms-and-legs UFO - https://www.pinterest.com/pin/swampthingy--675891856570360044/ #HealthcareInnovation #Organoids #AI #QuantumComputing #Podcast #BioTalkUnzipped #drugdiscovery

Miniature organs grown from cells. Artificial intelligence making increasingly complex healthcare decisions. Quantum computing. FDA-regulated data systems.

Science fiction is becoming remarkably close to scientific reality.

Jason Burke joins BioTalk Unzipped for a wide-ranging discussion of emerging technologies and how they could change drug discovery, clinical research, precision medicine, and healthcare.

The conversation begins with organoids, three-dimensional cell structures designed to reproduce important characteristics of human organs. Gregory, Chad, and Jason discuss their applications in research as well as the ethical questions that become particularly interesting when brain organoids enter the conversation.

Jason then explains his background and discusses the technologies he believes could materially transform clinical research.

The discussion moves into AI, data science, precision medicine, and quantum computing before addressing a challenge every organization eventually confronts: implementing powerful new technologies without sacrificing data integrity, regulatory compliance, or sound strategy.

The episode concludes with discussion of FDA expectations, 21 CFR Part 11, and why successful digital transformation requires more than simply adopting the newest technology.

Chapters

01:14 - Introduction to BioTalk Unzipped

03:30 - New News: Organoids and their applications

04:45 - Ethical questions surrounding brain organoids and biological computing

06:31 - Organoids in drug-discovery research and brain interfaces

08:59 - Brain training and neuroplasticity

10:51 - The impact of AI and data science in healthcare

11:18 - Jason’s background and emerging technologies transforming clinical research

13:43 - AI in precision medicine, quantum computing, and business growth

24:15 - FDA IT strategy and the challenges of implementing AI

26:32 - Technology strategy, prioritization, data integrity, and 21 CFR Part 11

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