Hardware Podcasts

085 - Digital Innovation, Proteomics, Core & Non-Core Innovation, Consulting after Academia, Democratizing Access and Clinical Trials with Jacob Laprote

Let's Combinate · 17 May 2023 · 36m

What this episode covers

Jacob LaPorte, Co-Founder of the Novartis Biome and founder of Snapdragon Chemistry, discusses his transition from Harvard academia to McKinsey consulting and his work in digital innovation management. He explains the distinction between core and non-core innovation, detailing how the Novartis Biome was established to partner with digital health providers to co-create solutions for patient engagement and clinical trial accessibility. LaPorte also highlights his current ventures, including a new proteomics company and Unleash Health, focusing on democratizing access to care and leveraging advanced analytics in drug discovery.

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early-stage companies and large enterprises

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Companies
McKinsey, Snapdragon Chemistry, PPD, T-Lac Healthcare, Unleash Health
Products
Novartis Biome
Also
The Singularity Is Near

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