Back of the Napkin - Inspiring Stories from Biotech Pioneers Michelle Arkin: Stabilizing Protein-Protein Interactions for Therapeutic Applications
Aug 18, 2023
Michelle Arkin, Professor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UCSF, discusses her work on stabilizing protein-protein interactions and starting a biotech company. She shares her journey from art conservation to chemistry and the challenges in the field of science. The speakers also discuss protein-protein interactions, quality controls, and the use of molecular glues to target undrugable proteins.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
From Art Conservation to Chemistry
02:01 • 24min
Transitioning from Industry to Academia
26:15 • 14min
Stabilizing Protein-Protein Interactions and Starting a Biotech Company
39:52 • 17min
Challenges in the Field of Science
57:00 • 3min
Discussion on Protein-Protein Interactions, Quality Controls, and Molecular Glues
01:00:28 • 2min
Discussing the Name, Personal Scribblings, and Collaboration Opportunities
01:02:05 • 3min