Optimum Perspectives

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Optimum Insights: Interviews with industry leaders of the healthcare sector in regular episodes highlighting the latest innovation and developments in life sciences. Follow us on Linkedin and Twitter for news and highlights on the life sciences industry. Reach out via our contact page on our website: www.optimumcomms.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 13, 202619 min

How sleep architecture shapes brain health: new frontiers in Alzheimer’s research

On World Sleep Day 2026, Optimum is marking the occasion with a brand-new podcast episode featuring Magnus Ivarsson, CSO of AstronauTx and Prof. Liz Coulthard from the University of Bristol. Did you know getting enough high quality sleep could help protect against developing neurological diseases including Alzheimer’s? This episode delves into the groundbreaking research our guests are doing in the intersection between sleep and neurodegeneration.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 26, 202618 min

Closing the gap on rare diseases in 2026

Ahead of Rare Disease Day 2026, Optimum is marking the occasion with a brand-new podcast episode featuring Hans Schambye, CEO of BOOST Pharma, Jean-Marie Cuillerot, CMO of Kainova Therapeutics, and Josep Prous, Co‑founder & CSO of CONNECTA.This episode delves into the critical gaps in therapeutic options for the more than 300 million people living with rare diseases worldwide and explores why this field is rapidly gaining attention from both researchers and investors.Our guests also share insights into their life‑changing work across brittle bone disease, oncology, and fragile X syndrome, highlighting the breakthroughs that are bringing new hope to patients and families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 11, 202626 min

Why who funds science matters

🎙️On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’re shifting the spotlight to the women funding the future of innovation. This celebratory episode of the #OptimumPerspectivesPodcast explores how female venture capitalists are shaping the future of science, technology, and innovation, and why who funds science matters almost as much as who does the science. Listen to the full episode featuring Victoria Taylor of Medicxi, Bonnie van Wilgenburg of Monograph Capital and Noga Yerushalmi of M Ventures.#IDWGIS2026 #WomeninSTEM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 13, 202531 min

Tackling the threat of AMR

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is an increasingly wide-scale problem. Not contained by borders, and with the ability to turn minor infections into life threatening conditions, it is an issue that experts argue must be addressed in the present, not the future.  Hear from Jennifer Schneider of Centauri Therapeutics, Franz-Werner Haas of LimmaTech Biologics and Neil Murray of ReNewVax on their unique approaches to tackling the threat of AMR, in the latest episode of the Optimum Perspectives Podcast.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

November 3, 202529 min

The ups and downs of ADCs – where to now?

Just in time for World ADC San Diego 2025 - a brand new episode of the Optimum Perspectives Podcast is live! Join Francois Bertelli of DISCO Pharmaceuticals, Stefano Gulla of Kling Biotherapeutics, and Michael Bauer of Novo Holdings, as they dive into the hot topic: ‘The ups and downs of ADCs – where to now?’ Expect sharp insights and forward-looking perspectives on the evolving ADC landscape. Listen to the full episode here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 5, 202523 min

Q&A with CSO Caroline Benn discussing LoQus23's unique approach to Huntington’s disease

The latest episode of Optimum Perspectives Podcast has just dropped, featuring LoQus23 Therapeutics’ Chief Scientific Officer and founder Caroline Benn! Listen as Caroline details the devastating effects of Huntington’s Disease on patients and families, her personal motivations for working in this therapeutic area, as well as LoQus23’s unique approach to battling the disease through their innovative small molecule approach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 25, 202524 min

Q&A with Professor Ali Tavassoli of Curve Therapeutics: RSC Interdisciplinary Prize winner 2025

On the latest episode of the Optimum Perspectives podcast, Optimum Strategic Communications’ Managing Director Eva Haas spoke with Curve Therapeutics CSO and Co-Founder Ali Tavassoli, who has today been awarded the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Interdisciplinary Prize. Listen below as Ali reflects on his scientific journey which has led him to this tremendous recognition, from what inspired his passion for science, to how he came to meet Curve CEO Simon Kerry, with whom he co-founded the Company. Curve’s is using its revolutionary gene-encoded Microcycle® platform to build a pipeline of innovative cyclic peptide and small molecule drugs addressing intracellular targets, with a focus on cancer, immunology and inflammation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 28, 202529 min

Stronger together: changing the future of muscle wasting condition

Listen to our Rare Disease Day Optimum Perspecitives podcast special featuring Tahira Mathur, Patient Advocate and Kate Adcock, Director of Research & Innovation at Optimum's chosen charity Muscular Dystrophy UK, alongside Jasper Morrow, consultant neurologist at University College London Hospital. This emotional yet hopeful episode highlights the importance of raising awareness of rare conditions, while discussing patient care, diagnosis, and genetic testing for Muscular Dystrophy. If you would like to contribute to the life changing work of Muscular Dystrophy UK, or find out more about Tahira's story living with GNE myopathy, visit her page here: Tahira's Team - JustGiving Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

February 6, 202512 min

How bioengineered spider silk-based proteins are changing the world

Want to know how bioengineered spider silk protein fibres can be applied within the textile, biomedical and automobile industries? In the latest episode of Optimum Perspectives, hear from Benoit Cugnet, Head of Fiber Business Unit at AMSilk, on how this German biotech is changing the face of advanced materials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

January 23, 202523 min

How to have a perfect IPO on NASDAQ

Want to know how to prepare yourself for the perfect IPO on NASDAQ? Hear from Lynn Lewis, CEO of Gilmartin Group, Optimum’s US partner, on the considerations and milestones to reach before listing.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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