Nucleate Podcast

Rewriting Genetic Medicine with Epigenetic Editing | Dr Catherine Stehman-Breen, former CEO of Chroma Medicine

Episode Summary

Dr. Catherine Stehman-Breen discusses her career journey, from her early interest in medicine to her roles at pharmaceutical companies like Amgen. The highlight is her time as CEO of Chroma Medicine, a biotech focused on epigenetic editing.

Episode Notes

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04:14 - Dr. Stehman-Breen discusses her decision to pursue a career in medicine.

05:49 - Dr. Stehman-Breen explains her specialty choice in internal medicine and nephrology.

08:09 - Skills and mindset that prepared Catherine for a career in industry.

13:53 - The critical impact that physicians can have in biotech

19:03 - Overview of epigenetic editing and Chroma Medicine's approach.

0:28:22 - Early days of building Chroma Medicine from the ground up.

0:38:22 - Merger with NVelop Therapeutics and future directions.

0:44:22 - Dr. Stehman-Breen offers advice for entrepreneurs and the value of an Entrepreneur in Residence role.

0:49:22 - Balancing her demanding career with personal hobbies and interests.