23. Biology is Hard. Bioconcrete is Harder. Prometheus Materials' Loren Burnett

Episode Description:

In this episode of Grow Everything Biotech Podcast, Karl and Erum interview Lauren Burnett from Prometheus Materials about the company's innovative bioconcrete. Their bioconcrete is more sustainable and stronger than traditional concrete and has unique properties like insulation and blast resistance that make it ideal for various applications. The episode also discusses the challenges of developing a new type of concrete and the need for innovation in the biotech industry. The potential of biotech to create new sustainable solutions and products is vast and the future of the industry is promising. Prometheus Materials' bioconcrete is a prime example of how biotech is revolutionizing the construction industry and addressing environmental impact.

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Topics Covered:

• 00:00:00 Biology is Hard. Bioconcrete is Harder. Prometheus Materials' Loren Burnett
• 00:03:43 Reconnecting With Friends And Attending Lab Opening
• 00:05:31 Prometheus' Biotech Concrete: A Radical Solution To Pollution
• 00:08:46 The Future Of Concrete: A Zero-carbon Alternative.
• 00:11:03 Focused On Precast Concrete Products
• 00:13:24 A New Material Stronger Than Traditional Concrete
• 00:14:59 Unique Material Provides Insulation And Blast Resistance: Energy Management
• 00:18:01 Using Nature To Combat Co2 Pollution: A Look Into Biotech Manufacturing Facilities' Techniques
• 00:22:52 Company's Ultimate Goal Is To Reduce Co2 Emissions Through Licensing Technology To Producers Of Cement And Precast Concrete Prod
• 00:23:54 Concrete Industry Adressing Unsustainability Of Production
• 00:27:56 Positive Reception For Concrete Industry's New Innovations
• 00:29:10 American Concrete Institute Exhibition And Biological Solutions
• 00:31:27 Using Algae To Create Concrete: The Potential Of Bio And Biotechnology For Climate Change Reduction And Innovation
• 00:35:50 The Importance Of Sound Absorption In Materials And The Fascination With Seashell-based Structures
• 00:39:55 Potential Use Of 3d Printing For Portable Cement Material

Episode Links:

• Prometheus Website
• Loren Burnett on LinkedIn

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