In this episode of the BCI Podcast, Dr. Manish Kumar sits down with Dr. Christian Homsy, founder & CEO of Capstan Therapeutics, to explore his inspiring journey from a curious child in Lebanon to a pioneering leader in biotechnology and cell therapy.

Dr. Homsy shares how he transitioned from medicine to entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned founding Celiad, and how those experiences shaped the creation of Capstan Therapeutics—a company at the forefront of in vivo precision engineering using lipid nanoparticles.

💡 Topics include:

• The challenges and rewards of moving from medicine to biotech entrepreneurship

• Lessons from Celiad and their impact on Capstan’s foundation

• The game-changing role of lipid nanoparticles in drug delivery

• Navigating fundraising across Europe vs. the US

• The importance of resilience, patience, and building strong teams

• Leaving a legacy and shaping the future of medicine

🎙️ Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, biotech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of medicine, this episode is packed with insights on innovation, resilience, and impact.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Curiosity and passion drive innovation

• Resilience is essential in leadership and entrepreneurship

• In vivo therapies could revolutionize treatment approaches

• Strong teams and patience are key to long-term success

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💊 “If exercise were a pill, it would be the best-selling drug in history.”
In this episode, we dive into a brand-new review published in the Journal of Applied Physiology (June 2025; PMID: 40244910 – open access), led by Glenn A. Gaesser and colleagues.

🔬 What you’ll learn:

• Why exercise and caloric restriction are the two strongest levers to extend our healthspan (not just lifespan).

• How health can be seen as a portfolio strategy – combining movement, nutrition, and even humor (yes, Monty Python’s “Silly Walks” included).

• The science-backed ROI: more years of independence, energy, and mental clarity.

At Biotech Social, we’re passionate about translating cutting-edge science into conversations that inspire action. With TechPod, we also leverage AI assistance to distill insights, making research more accessible and engaging.

👉 Tune in, reflect, and ask yourself: What’s in your personal health portfolio right now?

In this episode of the Biology Career Insights (BCI) Podcast, we welcome Professor Robert A. Harris, Professor of Immunotherapy in Neurological Diseases at the Karolinska Institutet and Academic Vice-President for Doctoral Education.Prof. Harris has made pioneering contributions to our understanding of chronic neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, ALS, Alzheimer’s disease, and brain tumors. His work has advanced the fields of personalized cell therapy and immunomodulation, while his leadership has shaped doctoral education for over 2,000 PhD students at Karolinska.We dive deep into his remarkable career journey—from his early inspirations in science, through decades of impactful research, to his leadership roles at an international level. Prof. Harris also shares valuable advice for aspiring scientists, educators, and leaders in life sciences.🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Prof. Harris’s early career journey and academic rootsBreakthroughs in neuroimmunology and their real-world impactInsights into doctoral education and supervisionBalancing research, teaching, and leadership rolesAdvice for PhD students and postdocs on career development🎧 Subscribe & Follow the Biology Career Insights Podcast:🌐 Website: https://www.bcipodcast.eu📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcipodcastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tq2gUUtDUvE