Ian Schlander is a synthetic biologist by day and a DJ by night. Ian's personality and unwavering passion manifest in every facet of his life, whether he's experimenting in the lab or spinning tracks at a lively event. Join us as we explore the world of biotechnology, sharing laughter along the way. We discuss biotech's many applications and also tackle important ethical concerns and potential drawbacks.

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Time Stamps:
(01:13)- Intro
(03:13) - Ian’s love as an entertainer
(07:45) - NYC Event Hosting
(13:23) - Making your mark on the world
(19:03) - NYC Comedy Scene
(25:55) - Intro to Biotech
(45:00) - How Ian got into Biotech (IGEM)
(52:03) - Shortcomings of Universities and VC’s role
(1:01:44) - Biotech in our Food Systems
(1:19:38) - Solving for pollution & how to scale
(1:23:39) - What is Ian most excited about in Biotech
(1:28:25) - Biggest challenges Biotech faces
(1:43:57) - Rapid Fire Questions
(1:47:15) - What does Ian love most about life?
(1:48:32) - Outro / Where to Find Ian