Nucleate Podcast

Engineering Dendritic Cells to Treat Cancer (Part 2) | Guardian Bio

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Nucleate Podcast, we are joined by Ananya Zutshi and Ricky Barrett, founders of Guardian Bio, a Boston-based biotech company (and Nucleate Alumni). Their platform focuses on engineering dendritic cells to target solid tumors. We delve into the ups and downs of their entrepreneurial journey, the unique dynamic between co-founders, and their advice for communicating complex science topics.

Episode Notes

Part 2

• Using TikTok to develop scientific communication skills [0:00]
• Advice for entrepreneurs starting a company [6:00]
• Guardian's Series A Fundraise and how they are navigating VC Fundraising [10:30]
• The long-term vision of Guardian Bio for novel cell therapies treating [14:30]
• The importance of Diversity in Biotech [17:20]
• Exciting trends in Biotech that Ananya and Ricky are following [25:40]
• Passions outside of biotech and staying centered with a busy career [30:30]