
César de la Fuente
Associate Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania who uses AI and synthetic chemistry to discover new antibiotics, including candidates from archaeal proteomes.
Top 5 podcasts with César de la Fuente
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May 28, 2024 • 1h 51min
#391: César de la Fuente - La Inteligencia Artificial Nos Salvará
César de la Fuente, reconocido biotecnólogo español, aborda la evolución y aplicación de la inteligencia artificial en biología. Destaca el descubrimiento acelerado de nuevos antibióticos, la capacidad excepcional de memoria de una persona mayor y encuentros con Noam Chomsky. También se discute la importancia de la comunidad científica, pasiones personales y teorías conspirativas en el campo de la investigación.

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Oct 30, 2023 • 13min
Thanks, Neanderthals: How our ancient relatives could help find new antibiotics
César de la Fuente, a bioengineering professor at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the potential of our ancient relatives in the fight against antibiotic resistance. He highlights how machine learning is used to uncover new antibiotics from ancient molecules, specifically those from Neanderthals and Denisovans. De la Fuente delves into ethical concerns surrounding de-extinction and shares insights on a promising peptide called Neanderthaline 1. The conversation is a fascinating blend of ancient science and modern medicine, perfect for curious minds.

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May 19, 2025 • 2h 35min
#472: Tertulia de Sapiens - IA: ¿Progreso o Control?
Mariano Sigman, neurocientífico y autor, Conchita Díaz, experta en IA de Google, Neus Alcolea, abogada en tecnologías, y César de la Fuente, científico pionero en antibióticos, discuten cómo la inteligencia artificial puede transformar la salud pública, especialmente en la creación de nuevos medicamentos. Abordan la ética detrás de la IA, el impacto en la sociedad y la necesidad de regulaciones adaptativas. También reflexionan sobre la conexión humana en un mundo mediado por máquinas y los desafíos emocionales y legales que surgen ante su avance.

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Jan 27, 2025 • 19min
AI Is Coming Up With Brand New Molecules, Fueling Drug Discovery
In this engaging discussion, Nobel laureate David Baker leads groundbreaking protein design research at the University of Washington, while César de la Fuente, a bioengineer from the University of Pennsylvania, focuses on AI-driven antibiotics. They delve into the fascinating realm of creating proteins to counter snake venoms and resurrecting genetic data from extinct species to discover new antibiotics. The conversation highlights how AI is revolutionizing drug discovery, presenting a blend of cutting-edge technology and vital medical advancements.

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Oct 11, 2025 • 19min
An Off-The-Grid Nobel Win, And Antibiotics In Ancient Microbes
Dr. Fred Ramsdell, a Nobel Prize winner for his groundbreaking work on regulatory T cells, shares the surprising way he learned about his win while off-the-grid. He delves into the therapeutic potentials of these cells in treating autoimmune diseases. Dr. César de la Fuente, a bioengineering professor, discusses his innovative approach using AI to discover new antibiotics from ancient archaea. With a staggering success rate against bacteria, his research aims to combat the growing issue of antibiotic resistance.


