112: AI Meets Biology: Why Domain Expertise Still Rules in the Age of Large Language Models with Lars Brandén - Part 2

Can artificial intelligence revolutionize drug development and reduce the staggering 90% failure rate in clinical trials? In this insightful episode, Lars Brandén, Director of Biology at Kolibri, shares his vision for the future of personalized medicine.

Drawing from his extensive experience bridging academia and industry, Lars explores how AI models could transform our understanding of human disease by simulating body-wide cell signaling. He reveals an innovative approach to drug delivery using receptor ligand combinations that could dramatically reduce side effects and improve treatment efficacy.

Key takeaways:

• Learn why maintaining "youthful naivety" in biotech innovation can lead to breakthroughs others deemed impossible
• Discover how combining AI with deep biological understanding could reduce clinical trial failure rates from 90% to potentially 15%
• Understand why interdisciplinary collaboration between biologists, software engineers, and other experts is crucial for advancing personalized medicine

Ready to dive deeper into the future of biotech innovation? Listen now to unlock Lars Brandén's insights on scaling therapies, navigating cross-functional teams, and maintaining scientific creativity in the face of challenges.

Connect with Lars Brandén:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsbranden

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