Victoria Chernow, a Caltech-trained material scientist, and Steve Taub, a seasoned corporate venture capitalist, dive into the groundbreaking world of advanced materials. They discuss the historical evolution of materials like Gorilla Glass and lithium-ion batteries while highlighting their transformative impacts on sustainability and energy efficiency. The conversation shifts to investing trends, emphasizing the importance of specialty materials and global competition. They also explore futuristic innovations, including biofabrication and the use of AI in materials discovery, setting the stage for a sustainable future.
