Helical Brew

Helical Brew

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Helical Brew episodes

  • #18 - David Breslauer

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren

    Description: In our second episode of the Blueprints to Breakthroughs series we sit down and talk with silk biomaterial enthusiast, Co-founder, and Chief Technology Officer David Breslauer. His company, Bolt (https://boltthreads.com) has a fascinating story to tell about pivoting and adapting to both market needs and technological feasibility in its path to success. Join the Helical Brew Crew for a fascinating journey through David's founding of the company and how the company is literally changing the material foundation of popular products with biomaterials, particularly silk.

    Segment 1: Intro to David

    Segment 2: Founder's Story Behind Bolt Threads

    Segment 3: Pivots and Products

    Picks of the Week:

    David: Replit, Build Sites and Apps with AI (https://replit.com)

    Mike: David Clark 10S/DC Pro-Audio Headset (https://store.davidclark.com/10s-dc-stereo-headset-12416g-18)

    1 hr 3 min
  • #17 - James Fieberg

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren

    Description: Welcome to our first episode in our Blueprints to Breakthroughs series. In this episode we talk with James Fieberg, a passionate STEM educator. James is a San Diego County Teacher of the Year winner and AP physics teacher.

    Segment 1: The Future of Engineering Engineering Education

    Segment 2: Essential Skills for Future Innovators

    Segment 3: Encouraging Innovation in the Classroom

    Picks of the Week:

    Jeff: His first patent was issued! Adaptive active infrared sensor hardware and software in the detection of pests with pest detection station (https://www.patentguru.com/inventor/nagle-jeffrey-d)

    James: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries (https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Lean-Startup-Audiobook/B005LXV0HI?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp)

    1 hr 15 min
  • #15 - Ian Cooper

    Guest: Ian Cooper, Founder & Lab Automation Recruitment Consultant


    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren


    Description: In the third and final episode of our SLAS 2025 conference lead up series, we talked with Ian Cooper, a seasoned recruiter that specializes in Lab Automation.


    In this episode, you will hear the insiders perspective about:


    -What’s the right about of time to put towards a job search?


    - How does recruiting work behind the scenes? What are the key benefits for both employers and prospective employees?


    -What’s the current state of the Lab Automation job market? What’s next?


    -How to put your next foot forward in your next job search?

    1 hr 9 min
  • #14 - Eli Fine

    Guest: Eli Fine, Lab Automator, Software & Informatics Engineer

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren
    Description: Join us for a deep dive into startups, automating lab workflows, and the role of open-source code in driving innovation.
    -Open Source and the powerful community approach to solving complex problems.
    -Robolint, an open source tool for automated analysis of liquid handler methods to flag programming errors and align to team practices.
    -Open discussion about Start-up experiences and some of the lessons learned for the future.
    -What's exciting for the future? Humanoids in the lab and open source software enabling future lab automators to have a solid foundation in software development as they enter the industry.
    -A walking treadmill for working? Get your steps in with Eli's Pick of the Week!

    1 hr 13 min
  • #13 - Will Serber

    Guest: Will Serber, VP of Automation at Ginkgo Bioworks

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren
    Description: The Brew Crew kicks off our SLAS (Society of Laboratory Automation and Screening) 2025 with our special guest Will Serber.
    -Standardization within Science and Technology used in the pursuit of it
    -Community knowledge sharing and elimination of reinvention
    -Unique approach supporting lab automation systems with fewer onsite resources
    -AI as a spectrum of tools
    -The emergence of closed loop operation due to AI
    -Lower market value science projects achieving possibility and success due to newer more efficient technology

    1 hr 3 min
  • #12 - AI and Too Much Expertise

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren

    As we wind down 2024 with our final episode of the year, we discuss some of the things we are looking forward to in 2025.
    In this Episode:

    -AI is no doubt part of our daily dialog, but what does it really mean when you peel back the message and dig deeper.

    -How much is AI actually coming up in discussions about

    -What are some of the areas, besides things like creating images or writing papers, that AI is being applied to the life science space.

    -Some predictions about what Apple could be doing next now that their entire architecture of specialized Neural Engines, M-series CPUs, iOS, and MacOS have been unified into Apple Intelligence.

    -We would love to see AI, data collection, and predictive modeling come together to improve the user experience with scientific instruments and equipment. Interruptions due to equipment failure are so costly!

    -Pick of the week: The Walabot Stud Finder, the ultimate Stud Finder for OCD users. Not only can you see the stud, you see the detail needed to locate your nail or screw perfectly. Stud finding meets the iPhone!

    1 hr 21 min
  • #11 - We've Created a Monster

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren

    From all of us at the Helical Brew we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
    In this Episode:
    -How did we get here and where are we going to go with the podcast. We reflect on the flood of ideas that have come from having a web domain, logo, and a growing audience.

    -AirPods Pro 2 are an amazing gadget given that they are still adding features even after the product was released a while ago, including an incredible hearing test and enhancement feature.

    -Who's the bigger nerd here when it comes to robots? Who can name the most?

    -Should we do a competitive bracket for lab automation devices? March is coming up after all....

    -Straight up, Jeff demonstrates a working Vectrex on the show. Time machine back to October 1982!

    -Sura and Mike discover using Apple camera effects on the show, live. Mac vs. PC all over again.



    58 min
  • #10 - FLASH CAPITAL!

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren

    The Helical Brew Crew is back with a new episode and also back on schedule with weekly releases. Enjoy!
    In this Episode:
    -A new logo is coming soon and share some initial reactions to this very exciting upgrade to our channel and content.
    -We check-in on some of the technology that was announced at SLAS in 2024. With 12 months under their belt, where are things at.
    -Our goal over the next few weeks is to host some guests on the podcast and get their thoughts ahead of SLAS 2025 in San Diego.


    59 min
  • #9 - The Kids Are Alright

    Hosts: Elizabeth Rodziewicz, Sura Hadi, Jeff Nagle, and Mike Ouren
    The Helical Brew Crew is back with a new episode and also back on schedule with weekly releases. Enjoy!

    In this episode:

    -The brew crew can definitely appreciate all the resources available for kids to learn new skills these days. 10 years of programming experience before even starting college... It's all possible and we have a good time reflecting on our "DIY" and "Self Taught" experiences by comparison.

    -73s hams, this is KC5VJX on the air.




    1 hr 12 min

About Helical Brew

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Just like the DNA of Life from which the phrase, the DNA of Technology originated, the helical construct is a rollercoaster of endless learning, experimentation, and discovery. The Helical Brew Crew is here to take you along for the ride in a fun, relaxed and informative podcast that explores the twists and turns of technology.