Nathan Ratledge

In this compelling discussion, investment lead Eugene Chiu, synthetic biology pioneer Christina Smolke, and mineral tech innovator Nathan Ratledge unpack the transformative power of engineered biology. They reveal how yeast can produce vital pharmaceuticals in just ten days and how proteins can safely separate rare earth elements, reshaping supply chains. Addressing U.S. resilience, they highlight infrastructure gaps and propose public-private partnerships to accelerate innovation. Their insights pave the way for a future where biology drives security and sustainability.