Beyond Biotech - the podcast from Labiotech How generative AI and 'Photoshop for proteins' are transforming biopharma R&D
May 23, 2025
Elise de Reus, co-founder of Cradle, brings her passion for biotech and innovative spirit to the forefront. She discusses how generative AI is revolutionizing protein design, making it as user-friendly as 'Photoshop for proteins.' Elise highlights Cradle's platform speeding up R&D processes and aiding major pharma companies in delivering therapies quicker. The conversation also explores applications in animal-free food and sustainable materials, showcasing how AI can not just enhance biopharma but foster eco-friendly solutions.
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Early Passion for Biotechnology
- Elise de Reus's passion for life sciences started young, sparked by a fifth grade presentation featuring a DNA molecule animation.
- Her fascination deepened through studying biotechnology at TU Delft, focusing on engineering yeast for industrial uses.
Beyond More Experiments
- In protein engineering, running more experiments alone isn't enough given low success rates.
- Better experimental designs and hypotheses must be crafted to optimize wet lab resources efficiently.
Accessible AI for Wet Labs
- Use Cradle's software platform to integrate generative AI into wet lab protein engineering workflows without requiring coding skills.
- The tool offers an intuitive interface for scientists to generate and test new protein sequences efficiently.