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Welcome to the IQT Podcast. In this continuation, host Clayton Williams, Managing Director of IQT’s London office, continues the conversation with Lorenz Meier, Co-founder and CEO of Auterion, and Rob Rainhart, Auterion’s Chief Operating Officer. Building on part one, the conversation examines the significant role of drones in modern warfare and defense technology. Highlighting impressive figures—such as Ukraine increasing monthly drone production from 20,000 to 200,000 units and aiming for millions more—this episode investigates the rapid expansion of drone deployment and the innovations driving it. Lorenz recounts his experiences leading operations in Kyiv and how Auterion’s agile engineering and quick iteration have reshaped battlefield dynamics. Rob discusses the global shift in defense strategies influenced by developments in Ukraine, affecting regions from the U.S. and Europe to Taiwan and the broader Indo-Pacific. For those interested in the progression of AI, drones, and defense technology, this episode offers valuable perspectives on innovation in action.
Welcome back to The IQT Podcast. In this episode, Clayton Williams of IQT's London office speaks with Lorenz Meier, co-founder and CEO of Auterion, and Rob Rainhart, Auterion’s Chief Operating Officer. They explore the remarkable evolution of autonomous systems and drone technology — an area that’s rapidly reshaping the future of defense. Lorenz and Rob share the story of how Auterion grew from an open source student project into a powerhouse in drone autonomy.
They also offer a unique perspective on how the company has bridged commercial innovation and defense applications, navigating a fast-changing market and shifting global demands. Watch as they unpack the challenges of operating in a dual-use tech space, the regulatory forces at play, and how conflicts like the war in Ukraine have driven urgency and innovation in the drone ecosystem. Whether you’re tracking the future of autonomy or curious about the intersection of startups and defense, this conversation offers an inside look at how Auterion is helping shape what’s next.
Welcome to the IQT Podcast. In this episode of "IQT Explains," we explore asymmetric deterrence — a strategic approach in modern defense that emphasizes quantity, innovation, and resilience over traditional firepower, led by our host, Kevin Schaeffer.
Joining him are Kevin Wepasnick, a senior technology architect and drone systems enthusiast, and Sameer Punyani, a national security expert with extensive experience at the Department of Defense (DoD). Together, they examine the transition from costly, singular defense systems to networks of affordable, adaptable technologies. The discussion covers topics such as domestic manufacturing challenges, battery supply chains, and the intricacies of military doctrine and logistics.
This episode highlights the evolving nature of modern warfare and offers insights for technologists, policy analysts, and those interested in national security. Discover how startups, policy developments, and lessons from history and fiction are influencing the future of global security.
Key Takeaways:
- The Power of Many: Asymmetric Deterrence Unpacked
- Manufacturing at Scale: America’s Critical Challenge
- Doctrine and Doctrine: Bridging Rhetoric and Reality
- Interoperability and Modularity: The Path to True Scale
- Startups as Catalysts: The Innovation Engine
- Winning Through Agility, Not Just Might
- The Cost Imbalance: An Urgent Warning
- The Art of the Possible: Our Call to Action
Featured in this episode:
Kevin Schaeffer
Senior Vice President, Advanced Systems
Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-schaeffer-39a4404/
Kevin Wepasnick
Senior Technology Architect, Advanced Systems
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwepasnick/
Sameer Punyani
Senior Director, Growth Partnerships
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sameer-punyani-69b6a85/
IQT Website: https://www.iqt.org/
Welcome to another episode of The IQT Podcast! Today, we’ll examine the potential future of wireless technology and how it can enhance national security. Our guests, Dr. Tom Rondeau, Principal Director for the DoD’s FutureG Office, and Dr. Nate Roberts, Senior Technology Architect at IQT, will discuss the evolution from 1G to 5G and explore the exciting possibilities of 6G, including its role in digital transformation and advanced sensing capabilities. Tune in to discover how these advancements will shape the future of telecommunications and what lies ahead for 6G technology.
Key Topics
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Transition from 1G to 5G Technology
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Developments in 6G Technology
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Future of Wireless Communication
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Economic Implications of Wireless Advancements
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Considerations for National Security
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Advanced Sensing Capabilities
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Innovations in Telecommunications
Featured in this Episode
Pat Mitchell
Research Manager
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-j-mitchell/
Dr. Thomas Rondeau
Principal Director for FutureG
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrondeau/
Dr. Nathan Roberts
Senior Technology Architect
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsnathan/
Welcome to another episode of The IQT Podcast! In "IQT Explains: Generative AI for Security," we explore the transformative applications of generative AI across various industries, with a special focus on enhancing national security and cybersecurity. This conversation, hosted by Katie Gray, Senior Partner, will cover market trends, use cases, and risks associated with generative AI. Tune in as our guests, Will Howerton, Principal, and Rob Mills, Senior Technology Architect, share their insights.
Takeaways
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Examination of Generative AI and Security
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Enterprise Implementation and Investment
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Applications of Generative AI in the Field of Security
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Augmentation vs. Replacement of Analysts
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Red Teaming Utilizing Generative AI
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Adversarial Applications of Generative AI
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Future Projections for Generative AI and Security
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Implications for the National Security Sector
Featured in this Episode
Katie Gray
Senior Partner
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ktgray/
Will Howerton
Principal
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-howerton
Rob Mills
Senior Technology Architect
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-mills
Welcome to the third and final part of IQT Explains: Biotech and Investments. Today, our guests Dr. Jess Dymond and Dr. Lewis Rubinson will share their forecasts for the future of biotechnology. They will discuss sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, and how advancements in these areas can enhance national resilience. Tune in to learn where biotech is heading next and how these future innovations will play a part in preserving our safety and security.
Key Topics
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Global Health and Biosecurity
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Advancements in Neurotechnology
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Paradigm-Shifting Technologies
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Creative Platform-Based Solutions
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Climate Change and Sustainability
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Role of Biotechnology in Infrastructure
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Challenges in Bioproduction
Featured in this Episode
Farid Nemri
Program Manager
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faridnemri/
Dr. Jessica Dymond
VP Technology
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-dymond
Dr. Lewis Rubinson, MD, PhD
VP Technology
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-rubinson
Welcome to another episode of IQT Explains! In Part 2 of our Biotech and Investments series, we continue to explore IQT's cutting-edge work in biotechnology, focusing on our more recent investment activity and breaking down the latest developments in this ever-evolving domain. Our guests, Eugene Chiu and Dr. Michelle Rozo, delve into IQT's unique architectural approach, advancements in mRNA vaccines, gene editing, and AI-enabled biotech, as well as the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on the current biotech landscape and its impact on national security.
Key Topics
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Global Competition and U.S. Response
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Latest Developments and Innovations
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Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
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Geopolitical Influence
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Future Prospects and Potential Risks
Featured in this Episode
Farid Nemri
Program Manager
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faridnemri/
Eugene Chiu
Senior Partner, Investments
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugenechiu
Dr. Michelle Rozo
VP Technology
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rozo
Welcome to The IQT Podcast! In this episode, we explore IQT's origin story in biotech. Host Farid Nemri, along with guests Dr. Megan Anderson and Dr. Kevin O'Connell, discuss IQT's strategic investments in the bio sector, spanning from the post-9/11 era to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dive into the history of the B.Next practice, IQT's investing methodology, and the technologies developed for national security and pandemic readiness. Interested in learning more? Tune back in for next week’s episode where we’ll pick up with IQT’s present-day biotech investing strategy.
Featured in this Episode
Farid Nemri
Program Manager
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faridnemri/
Dr. Megan Anderson
Executive Vice President
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-anderson-408a639/
Dr. Kevin O'Connell
SVP Technology
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-o-connell-3885695/
Welcome to another episode of IQT Explains! Today, we are joined by Dr. Yan Zheng, IQT’s Chief of Staff, and Michael Falcon, Investment Partner, to discuss the importance of microelectronics.
Microelectronics are crucial to modern technology, impacting devices we rely on every day — cell phones, computers, automotives, and medical systems. U.S. manufacturing has declined due to offshoring, but initiatives like the CHIPS Act aim to bring production back.
Today, we’ll discuss the importance of onshoring production as well as investing in emerging trends like advanced packaging (chiplets), photonics (light-based electronics), and using materials beyond silicon like gallium nitride and silicon carbide.
Join us for a conversation on how the U.S. can maintain leadership in this domain and why doing so is critical to preserving national security.
Key Topics
- Supply Chain Complexity & Innovation
- Future of Microelectronics Innovation
- Microelectronics Significance
- Challenges & Opportunities in Microelectronics
- Investment and Market Trends
Featured in this Episode
Farid Nemri
Program Manager
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/faridnemri/
Dr. Yan Zheng
IQT Chief of Staff
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/yan-zheng-8aa84b1/
Michael Falcon
Investment Partner
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-falcon-1b047/
Welcome back to The IQT Podcast! Today, we dive into the depths of the dataverse. Our guests, Diana Keenan and Hanyu Chwe, shed light on the significance, evolving market trends, and regulatory challenges surrounding commercial data, emphasizing how new data technologies can enhance decision-making across various sectors.
This episode explores the increasing prominence of the data economy, fueled by generative AI and driven primarily by financial applications. Companies like Exploding Topics and Domo highlight the staggering volume of daily data production, which is being harnessed for commercial use. Discover the impact on sectors like finance and real estate. Plus, learn how commercial data can be used to enhance national security and fuel technological advancements!
Key Topics
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Venture Capital in the Data Space
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National Security Relevance
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Industry Trends and Data Types
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Generative AI and Data Economy
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Market Trends and Inflection Points
Featured in this Episode
Ari Chadda
Data Scientist
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arichadda/
Hanyu Chwe
Associate Technology Architect
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanyuchwe/
Diana Keenan
Senior Associate
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-keenan-cfa/
Join General David Petraeus, renowned retired U.S. army general and former CIA director, as we explore historical conflicts, strategic leadership, and the intersection of technology in modern warfare. From past military engagements to contemporary challenges, this episode promises enlightening insights on conflict evolution and the leadership skills essential for turbulent times.
If you enjoy this episode, be sure to pick up a copy of the General’s latest book and New York Times Best Seller, Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine for an even deeper dive into lessons learned over the last 70 years of conflict.
Key Topics:
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General Petraeus' military and intelligence background
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Impact of historical conflicts on modern warfare
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Stakeholder management and decision-making
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Learning and adapting military strategies
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Rapid iteration in strategic decision-making
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Gaza conflict and security challenges
Featured in this Episode
- General David Petraeus, U.S. Army General (Ret.)
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpetraeus/
- Steve Bowsher, CEO of IQT
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-bowsher/
References
Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine - https://www.amazon.com/Conflict-Evolution-Warfare-1945-Ukraine/dp/0063293137
David Petraeus on Strategic Leadership - https://www.belfercenter.org/publication/david-petraeus-strategic-leadership
Our host, Vishal Sandesara, is joined by IQT colleagues Grant Whiting and Dan Bocknek to discuss cybersecurity and the importance of enhancing cyber capabilities for future conflicts. They explore the fast-paced nature of cyber warfare, the role of AI and automation, and the significance of quality data. Topics covered include data management, scaling capabilities, partnerships, and the integration of AI-based technology. Tune in to gain insights on adapting to emerging threats and advancing cybersecurity.
Welcome to The IQT Podcast where we explore the fascinating world of technology innovation and national security. In our latest episode, host Vishal Sandesara is joined by esteemed guests Pat Mitchell, Chris Shaw, and Tommaso Melodia. Together, they discuss the complexities of undersea technology and its significance in military, commercial, and scientific realms. The episode highlights challenges that are unique to underwater innovation like the lack of GPS functionality and the need to adapt to a highly pressurized and corrosive environment. Despite this, companies such as Advanced Navigation and Hydronet are making strides in this domain, unlocking new opportunities under the ocean's surface. Listen in to learn more!
Takeaways
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Importance of Undersea Innovation
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Challenges and Opportunities for Undersea Startups
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Integration and Collaboration Between Companies
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Global Partnerships and Innovation in Maritime Technology
Featured in this Episode
Vishal Sandesara
VP, Operations
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishals/
Pat Mitchell
Research Manager, IQT
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-j-mitchell/
Undersea Innovation Paper - https://short.iqt.org/undersea-innovation
Chris Shaw
CEO, Advanced Navigation
LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-adnav/
Tommaso Melodia
CEO, Hydronet
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommasomelodia/
Chapters
01:53 - Exploring Future Prospects of Undersea Enabling Technologies
04:06 - Looking at the Bigger Picture: Why Is the Undersea Domain Important and Why Is Now a Good Time to Focus On It?
08:07 - Navigating Undersea Challenges: Pressure, Corrosion, and Limitations
11:41 - Addressing Connectivity Challenges in Underwater Environments
12:57 - Solving Challenges and Reducing Costs with Unique Software
17:13 - Adaptable Real-Time Models for Overcoming Underwater Data Limitations
20:14 - Enhancing Navigation Accuracy with Quantum Technology
23:38 - Common Challenges Across the Commercial Market and How To Address Them
28:48 - Bolstering Collaboration and Interoperability in Underwater Technology
30:59 - AUKUS: Trilateral Partnership on Submarine and Tech
33:20 - Thoughts for Policymakers Interested in Promoting Leadership in This Domain
In this episode of The IQT Podcast, Dr. Sarah Sewall delves into the world of critical minerals and the challenges facing the United States' supply chain security. Our guests, Nicole Richards, Nick Myers, and Oliver Gunasekara, share their expertise and innovative approaches to address these challenges. From developing biological solutions for rare earth element separation to utilizing autonomous underwater vehicles for critical mineral extraction, these industry leaders are at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship. Join us as we explore the importance of domestic supply, responsible mining practices, and the need for government support to ensure a sustainable and secure critical minerals supply chain.
Key Takeaways
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Challenges in Critical Mineral Supply Chain Security
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Technological Solutions and Applications
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Environmental and Societal Impact
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Future Prospects and Challenges
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Government and International Partnerships
Featured in this Episode
Sarah Sewall
EVP, National Innovation Policy, IQT
Website: https://www.iqt.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsewall/
Nicole Richards
CEO, Allonnia
Website: https://allonnia.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-richards-3268b07/
Nick Myers
CEO, Phoenix Tailings
Website: https://phoenixtailings.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaswilliammyers/
Oliver Gunasekara
CEO, Impossible Metals
Website: https://impossiblemetals.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunasekara/
Additional Resources
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Closing the Critical Mineral Gap: https://assets.iqt.org/pdfs/Critical_Minerals_February_2023_final.pdf/web/viewer.html
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Why Will Deep Sea Mining Be Less Expensive Than Traditional Land-based Mining?: https://impossiblemetals.com/blog/why-will-deep-sea-mining-be-less-expensive-than-traditional-land-based-mining/
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Current Status of Deep Sea Mining Regulations: https://impossiblemetals.com/blog/current-status-of-deep-sea-mining-regulations/
In this episode, host Vishal Sandesara and guest Michael Chadwick from IQT Labs discuss maritime innovation in the open source and maker communities. They cover IQT Labs' involvement in the maritime domain, challenges of AI algorithm data collection, and the spillover benefits of open source aerial drone contributions. Tune in as they highlight projects like the AI Sonobuoy, showcasing cutting-edge developments in maritime technology.
Topics
- Accessibility of Open Source Technology
- Government Interest in Maritime Technology Advancement
- Challenges Faced by the Maker Community
- Data Collection and Labeling for AI Algorithms
- IQT Labs Initiatives
Featured in this Episode
Vishal Sandesara
VP, Operations
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishals/
Michael Chadwick
SVP, Deputy Director, IQT Labs
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-chadwick-37208865/
Mentioned in this Episode
MakerBuoy (Wayne Pavalko)
https://www.instagram.com/makerbuoy/
In this episode of The IQT Podcast, host Vishal Sandesara leads a discussion on the accelerating venture capital activity in maritime innovation. Guests Diana Keenan, Abi Sivananthan, and Kevin Schaeffer delve into global maritime technology developments and the corresponding investment landscape. The conversation covers the different domains of maritime technology, including surface and subsurface exploration and the evolving market trends driven by advancements in enabling technologies. Tune in to learn all about the potential impact of maritime innovation on national security, commercial applications, and global geopolitics.
Key Topics
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Maritime Technology and Investment Landscape
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Enabling Technologies in Maritime Innovation
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Predictions for Future Developments in Maritime Innovation
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Leveraging Commercial Innovation
Featured in this Episode
Vishal Sandesara
VP, Operations
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishals/
Abi Sivananthan
Senior Technology Architect, Intelligent Connectivity
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abirami-sivananthan-9b362b23/
Diana Keenan
Senior Associate
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-keenan-cfa/
Kevin Schaeffer
VP, Advanced Systems
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-schaeffer-39a4404/
In this episode of The IQT Podcast, host Steve Bowsher interviews Arun Gupta, a venture capitalist, Adjunct Entrepreneurship Professor at Georgetown University, and author of "Venture Meets Mission." Arun discusses bridging the gap between aspiring entrepreneurs and public service, inspiring the next generation to let mission guide them in their careers. The episode explores attracting talent for national security challenges and the evolving landscape of mission-driven ventures. Tune in to learn more about the dynamic intersection of technology and national security!
Topics
Educating Students About Government Service Opportunities
The Inspiration Behind “Venture Meets Mission”
Lowering the Average Age of the Tech Workforce in Government
Leveraging Job Hopping Culture
Mission vs. Money
Featured in this Episode
Steve Bowsher
CEO, IQT
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-bowsher-a039b826/
IQT Website: https://www.iqt.org
Arun Gupta
CEO, NobleReach
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arungupta23/
Venture Meets Mission Book: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Meets-Mission-Aligning-Transform/dp/1503636283
NobleReach Website: https://noblereachfoundation.org/
In this episode of The Intersection, we explore the dynamic realm where innovation meets mission execution. Our usual host and newly appointed CEO, Steve Bowsher, takes the passenger seat this week, allowing IQT’s editorial director, Martin Giles, to take the wheel. With Steve as the interviewee, we get the chance to learn how IQT has been the premier partner trusted to identify, evaluate, and leverage emerging commercial technologies for the national security community for nearly 25 years. Listen in to learn about the enduring success of IQT, the organization’s adept navigation of the intricate landscape of public-private partnerships, and how IQT shapes and deploys emerging technologies for government agencies. Prepare for a captivating discussion on the future of innovation and its profound impact on mission-driven organizations.
Topics
Introduction to IQT and its Mission
Steve’s Background and Silicon Valley Experience
Overcoming Challenges in Connecting the Public and Private Sectors
IQT's Impact on Government Agencies
Becoming a Global Organization
Investment Strategies
Trust & Differentiation at IQT
Shifting Trends in Supply Chain Management
Facilitating Adoption of Technologies
Aligning Capital Stacks for Strategic Innovation
Featured in this Episode
Martin Giles
Editorial Director, IQT
Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinpgiles/
Steve Bowsher
President & CEO, IQT
Profile: https://www.iqt.org/about-iqt/#modal-bio-05788d2f-6741-43c7-86a4-e46c89ab1aa9
This episode of The IQT Podcast delves into the world of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) data, which plays a critical part in supporting modern economies and infrastructure. This often overlooked, invisible aspect of our daily lives is crucial for synchronizing financial transactions, transportation, and navigation services. However, satellite-based PNT data is vulnerable to disruptions, which can have catastrophic consequences for our economy and national security. IQT's Abi Sivananthan, along with Dana Goward, President of the Resilient Navigation and Timing Foundation, join Dr. Sarah Sewall to discuss the resilience of PNT data and what the United States can do to enhance its security. Join us as we explore the nuances of this critical area for innovation and national security.
Topics
• The Importance of PNT Data for National Security and Economic Activity
• Enhancing the Resilience of PNT Data in the United States
• Technological Evolution of Satellite Provided PNT
• Security Concerns and Vulnerabilities of Satellite Provided PNT
• Modernization and the Limitations of GPS Satellites
Featured in this Episode
Sarah Sewall
Executive Vice President, National Innovation Policy (IQT)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsewall/
Dana Goward
President of the Resilient Navigation and Timing Foundation
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-a-goward-3631bb51/
Abi Sivananthan
Senior Technology Architect, Intelligent Connectivity (IQT)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/abirami-sivananthan-9b362b23/
In this episode of The IQT Podcast, host Dr. Sarah Sewall is joined by guests Dr. Scott Pace and Steve Poizner to discuss the future of the U.S. Global Positioning System (GPS). They delve into the development of GPS, its importance in both civilian life and military capabilities, and the challenges it faces in staying ahead of other global navigation satellite systems. The episode sheds light on the crucial role GPS plays in our modern world and explores potential solutions for its continued success. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding GPS and why it is sometimes referred to as “the invisible utility.”
Topics
• Historical and Policy Perspectives on GPS
• The Future of GPS and GNSS
• Challenges in Upgrades and Modernization
• Commercial Uses and Reliability of GPS
• Implications and Advocacy for GPS Modernization
Featured in this Episode
Sarah Sewall
IQT
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsewall/
Steve Poizner
OneNav
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevepoizner/
Scott Pace
George Washington University
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-pace-4011311/
In this episode of IQT Explains, Rita Waite and Ming Luo join our Vishal Sandesara to discuss fintech from their unique perspectives as an investor and technologist, respectively. Hear more about the evolution of currency exchange, global trends in fintech, and regional differences in payment etiquette. While recent developments in digital payment methods have allowed for a new level of consumer convenience, they have also led to record amounts of fraud and identity theft. This episode focuses on what is currently being done and what can be done in the future to enhance digital security so that we can continue to reap the benefits of financial technology without succumbing to the risks.
Topics
- Introduction to Fintech and its Impact on the Financial Landscape
- Fintech Revolution and Digital Payments
- Fraud and Identity Verification Issues in Fintech
- Evolving Stages of Fintech
- Opportunities and Concerns in Fintech
- Risk Assessment and Challenges in Fintech
- Security vs. Convenience
- Global Trends and Leaders in Fintech
IQT’s website: https://www.iqt.org/
Featured in this Episode
Vishal Sandesara
VP Operations, IQT Labs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishals
Rita Waite
Principal
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritacwaite/
Ming Luo
VP, Technology
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ming-luo-312b775
Welcome to the IQT Podcast! In this episode, IQT’s Steve Bowsher hosts SandBoxAQ CEO, Jack Hidary, to explore interdisciplinary collaboration, GPU-driven drug breakthroughs, and SandboxAQ's unique navigation capabilities. Join Steve and Jack as they discuss the power of combining AI and quantum to produce dual-use technology that allows us to safely navigate the globe. Jack also introduces us to SandboxAQ’s education initiative which provides strategic frameworks for C-suite leaders, in-depth curricula for engineers, and meaningful collaborations with academic institutions, ensuring holistic comprehension of emerging technologies. Discover limitless potential at the intersection of AI and quantum. Let's dive in!
Key Takeaways:
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Transformative Impact in Diverse Fields
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GPUs Revolutionizing Drug Development
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Free Tools for Upskilling with SandboxAQ EDU
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Fusion of Disciplines for Positive Impact
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Advancing Chemistries and Quantum Techniques
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Quantum-Safe Encryption and Cybersecurity
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Frontier Technology in National Security
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GPUs' Influence in Driving Innovation
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Technology's Role in the Conflict in Ukraine
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The Dangers of GPS Jamming
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Using Magnetic Fields to Navigate the Globe
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The Importance of Dual-Use Technology
Featured in this Episode:
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Jack Hidary, SandboxAQ CEO: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackhidary/
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Company Website: https://www.sandboxaq.com
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sandboxaq
In this episode of The Intersection, IQT's Steve Bowsher is joined by Dr. Michael Vickers, a former special forces and CIA operations officer, shares experiences his 40+ year career in intelligence and special operations. From his time as a Green Beret to his vision for victory in Afghanistan, Dr. Vickers provides first hand insights into the highest levels of government.
Discover the vital relationship between defense and intelligence as Dr. Vickers stresses the importance of collaboration between the CIA and the Department of Defense in safeguarding our national security. Gain a deeper understanding of the intriguing competition between the United States and China in pivotal areas such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing. Prepare to be captivated by the experiences detailed in Dr. Vickers' new book, "By All Means Available: Memoirs of a Life in Intelligence, Special Operations, and Strategy." Join us as Dr. Michael Vickers offers invaluable insights into the world of national security amidst today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.
In 1999, a global technology revolution was underway and the U.S. government saw an opportunity to harness the power of startup technology to enhance national security. The outcome? IQT was founded to identify and match emerging technology developed by startups to address gaps in national security technological capabilities. Almost 25 years later, IQT continues to serve the national interest, connecting a diverse ecosystem comprising national security, venture capital, and startup communities.
How does IQT accomplish this? Listen in as host Vishal Sandesara is joined by IQT’s A.J. Bertone and Matt Kemph to provide insight into how IQT makes investments and the impact they have on national security.
Key Takeaways:
• Why IQT is a not-for-profit dedicated to mission impact
• How IQT sources and makes investments
• How IQT adapts startup tech for national security
Related Links
• IQT’s website: www.iqt.org
• IQT Explainer Video: www.short.iqt.org/expainer-video
• Harvard Business School Case Study: https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/item.aspx?num=30860
The United States is facing a significant challenge in competing with China on technological innovation, cybersecurity, and national security issues. With China's rapid rise as a global technological superpower, the U.S. must take steps to ensure its own competitiveness and security. This includes addressing concerns such as intellectual property theft, cyber attacks, and the development of emerging technologies. The U.S. government must prioritize these issues in order to protect its economic and national interests.
In this episode of The Intersection on the IQT Podcast, Steve Bowsher is joined by Will Hurd, author of “American Reboot” and managing director at Allen & Company. Will has a lot of experience with national security issues, having worked as a CIA officer, member of Congress, and cybersecurity executive. Tune in to learn about the challenges and solutions that can help shape America's technological future.
Key Takeaways:
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The problems and difficulties that must be tackled in relation to competing with China
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US government’s approach and collaboration with the private sectors on innovation and competitiveness
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Explaining pragmatic idealism and the inspiration behind it
The history of the intelligence community is long and complex. As the world becomes increasingly digital, open communication is more important than ever. Today, intelligence agencies rely heavily on algorithms to analyze data and predict future events. But this approach has its drawbacks. For example, algorithms can be biased and easily manipulated by those in power. This history lesson is just the beginning of a much larger conversation about the future of American intelligence.
In this IQT Podcast episode we discuss this important topic with Dr. Amy Zegart, the Morris Arnold and Nona Jean Cox Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, senior fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, professor of Political Science by courtesy at Stanford University, and a contributing writer at The Atlantic. She joins Steve Bowsher to discuss how technology is changing the nature of intelligence and explores the issues of traitors, congressional oversight, and covert action. Listen in to hear about the challenges and opportunities facing the intelligence community as it adapts to a world where emerging technologies are rapidly changing.
On September 12, 2022, President Biden signed an Executive Order (EO) on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy. The EO aims to sustain and broaden U.S. competitiveness and leadership in biotechnology and extend the impact of biotechnology across industrial areas including health, agriculture, energy, and beyond. What does this mean for the future of the U.S. bioeconomy? In this episode, Dr. Kevin O'Connell, Dr. Tara O'Toole, and Eugene Chiu explore key takeaways from the EO, including the importance of biomanufacturing regarding climate change, bioeconomy international collaborations on supply chains and national security, and how the overall economy will be impacted by the development of biotechnology.
Energy fuels so many things in our daily lives, including the device you are reading this on right now, but do you ever pause to wonder: where exactly does this energy come from? In this episode of The Intersection, Steve Bowsher is joined by Dr. Scott Hsu, Senior Advisor, and Lead Fusion Coordinator in the Office of the Undersecretary for Science and Innovation at the US DOE. Listen to learn more about nuclear fusion and its difference from the current fission technology, why it’s being pursued as an alternative energy source, and what the status of this technology around the world currently looks like.
Takeaways:
• Difference between nuclear fission and fusion energy
• The obstacles to making nuclear fusion a reality
• Definition of fusion breakeven and the Lawson Criterion
• Legislation regarding public safety and security on nuclear fusion energy
• The timetable for nuclear fusion energy in the coming years
Featured in this Episode:
• Scott Hsu, Senior Advisor and Lead Fusion Coordinator, DOE
• Profile: https://arpa-e.energy.gov/about/team-directory/dr-scott-hsu
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottchsu/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottchsu
In this episode of The Intersection series, we are joined by battery and electric vehicles expert Steve LeVine, author and editor of The Electric, to explore how important batteries are and their supply chain. How does this affect the world in the future and who are the big players in the battery industry?
Key Takeaways:
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The current status of the battery supply chain and E-vehicle industry
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Top players in the battery supply chain around the world
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Lithium Ion and how will it shape the future
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Actions and laws to regulate the increasing demand for raw battery materials
In this episode of The Intersection, Steve Bowsher is joined by Bilal Zuberi, co-founder and partner at Lux Capital. Recorded at an event held in May, this discussion draws from Bilal's experience in the world of venture capital, sharing insights on taking calculated risks, predicting which industries will rise to prominence, and coping with business cycles on a personal and company level. Listen to learn more about investors’ biggest considerations and how you can make the best out of economic downturns.
Key Takeaways:
- Evaluating investment risk
- Why deep technology is a growing industry
- How to take advantage of contractions in the market
- Impact of cryptocurrency
This episode of The Intersection shares a discussion between In-Q-Tel's Dr. Megan Anderson and Dr. Sarah Sewall recorded at an event held back in May. Tune in to hear them explore innovative solutions to energy independence and over-the-horizon technologies to help shape a better world, including:
- A U.S.-based ecosystem for battery production
- Addressing vulnerabilities in critical minerals for energy production
- Public and private efforts to achieve fusion
- And more!
You can learn more about this topic and others on the IQT blog at www.iqt.org/blog.
In this episode, Steve Bowsher is joined by John Rice, Founder and CEO of Management Leadership for Tomorrow, a national non-profit organization that empowers a new generation of diverse leaders to combat racial and economic inequality. Listen in as the two explore how the diversity of talents inside organizations is critical to attaining organizational objectives and developing the most innovative companies. The two explore best ways to obtain diverse talents, as well as how to build and nurture talents in an ideal setting that satisfies people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
The climate technology sector is a mature asset class that provides investors with considerable financial returns as well as the potential for outsized environmental and social impact. In this episode, we are joined by Victoria Chernow, A Technology Architect, who works on innovation in the next generation of nuclear energy and engineered biology for energy and materials manufacture, and Steve Taub, a recovering mechanical engineer with 10+ years' experience as a corporate venture capitalist. Listen in to learn more about climate technology, including what it is, why it's essential, and how we might utilize it to help design a brighter future for us all.
For more information, check out Steve and Victoria's Climate Tech blog at iqt.org/blog.
The rising use of artificial intelligence in sensitive industries such as recruitment, criminal justice, and healthcare has raised debate about bias and impartiality. However, human decision-making in these and other disciplines might be incorrect due to unconscious individual and social biases. In this IQT Podcast episode we are joined by Andrea Brennen, VP of Design and Visualization at IQT labs, Andrew Burt, Managing partner at BNH.AI and chief legal officer at Immuta, and Patrick Hall, a principal scientist in BNH.AI, visiting professor in the Dept. of Decision Sciences at George Washington University. They will share insights and knowledge on how we test and assess AI technology to minimize unwanted biases and also consider legalities and ethics. Listen to this episode if you're interested in AI technology and want to discover how it's being evaluated from a legal and ethical stance.
When it comes to software, one thing we know for sure is that sometimes our tools are going to fail, and introducing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning into software tools creates additional vulnerabilities. In Part 1 of our two-part series discussing AI Assurance, we detail methods and findings from a recent audit that IQT Labs conducted on FakeFinder, an open source deep learning tool that predicts whether or not a video is a deepfake. Tune in to learn about our audit approach and overall findings from our IQT Labs experts Andrea Brennen and Ryan Ashley.
This week on The Intersection Podcast, IQT's Steve Bowsher talks with Jacob Helberg, author of The Wires of War, about how technology plays a key role in the global struggle for power and what opportunities and challenges this presents to U.S. tech companies and national security today and in the future.
In the final episode of our three-part space podcast series, host Vishal Sandesara is joined by Kristi Bradford, Tom Gillespie, and Clayton Williams to explore the future of space. Hear from these domain experts as they discuss how the space industry can help shape the future of national security and beyond, including trends they’ve seen based off recent activity in the domain.
Interested in learning how IQT approaches its space investments? In part two of our three-part space series, host Vishal Sandesara is joined by IQT's Kristi Bradford and Kevin Schaeffer to explore IQT's recent space efforts. Hear from these domain experts as they discuss the startup ecosystem and IQT's space framework for making investments that can help contribute to national security.
This episode kicks off a three-part space series featuring some of IQT's domain experts to explore IQT’s space efforts through the years and how they've helped enhance national security. In this first episode, host Vishal Sandesara is joined by IQT's Dave LoBosco and Tom Gillespie to expand on the origins of the space startup ecosystem and the history of IQT's space efforts that helped shape the current framework used today.
Materials innovation touches almost every aspect of our daily lives, and the materials we rely on are advancing at an exponential pace. On this week's IQT Explores episode, Vishal Sandesara is joined by Victoria Chernow and Steve Taub to discuss the history of advanced materials and how they are developed today, the investing landscape, and what the future may hold for this ever-evolving industry.
As health threats continuously evolve in the 21st century, so too has digital health technology. This podcast offers insights from IQT's Dan Hanfling and Eugene Chiu about how utilizing a wide array of digital health tools can create a better information supply chain required for disaster response at the regional, state, and national level.
This week on The Intersection, IQT's Steve Bowsher talks with Eli Dourado, a Senior Research Fellow at the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University, about the future of cutting-edge bio, energy, and space technologies and their commercial and national security implications.
This week’s episode of The Intersection features a conversation between Steve Bowsher and Dr. Ellison Anne Williams, CEO and Founder of Enveil. Tune in to hear their discussion on the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from a career with the federal government to starting a company from scratch.
On this episode of The Intersection series, Steve Bowsher speaks with Chris Brose, Chief Strategy Officer of Anduril and author of “The Kill Chain.” Listen in as they discuss the future of disruptive innovations and the relationship between government and emerging technologies.
This week in The Intersection, listen in as Steve Bowsher talks with Mike Appelbaum, two-time CEO of In-Q-Tel portfolio companies, to discuss why startups should consider the government market.
The debut of The Intersection: Mission Investing for National Security. Hosted by IQT President Steve Bowsher, the inaugural pod with TJ Rylander from Next47 features insights about sourcing and supporting startups, a company's makeup to work with the government market, and more.
As synthetic biology continues to evolve, the ability to control engineered organisms is more important now than ever. In this episode, B.Next's Dr. Kevin O'Connell is joined by Gabriel Lopez, the Co-founder and CEO of Synvivia, a company focused on building protein switches to control the behavior of genetically engineered organisms. Learn more about these protein switches, their commercial applications, how they can enhance biosecurity, and more.
Learn more at synvivia.com
In the era of COVID-19, how do we create safe environments for people to return to work, school, and their daily lives? B.Next's Dr. Kevin O'Connell is joined by Troy Moore, Chief Scientific Officer and Founder at Kailos Genetics, an In-Q-Tel portfolio company providing cost-effective solutions that make genetic screening accessible to everyone. Listen in as the two explore the importance and impact of testing, genetic sequencing, the company's capture and enrichment methodology adapted to work with the COVID-19 virus, and more.
B.Next's Dr. Kevin O'Connell is joined by Jason Kelly, Founder of Ginkgo Bioworks, an In-Q-Tel portfolio company using the most advanced technology on the planet—biology—to grow better products. Learn more about their platform that programs cells, and how they leverage this capability to expand biosecurity and pandemic response.
Learn more at ginkgobioworks.com.
With an abundance of information available on COVID-19 testing, where should one even begin? B.Next's Dr. Kevin O'Connell is joined by In-Q-Tel's Tommy Jones and Chenny Zhang to explore diagnostic testing for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Now that various COVID-19 tests are available, it's important to determine which tests are compatible with each use case, where these tests may be taken, and how well each of the various tests perform. Learn more about the database IQT constructed to help people better navigate this testing world.
For more information, visit covidtestdb.com.
In the final episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers are joined by Mikel Maron, Community Team Lead at Mapbox, a company offering location data platform for mobile and web applications. The rise in ubiquity of mobile devices has enabled the power of location-based tools. This episode explores how these tools can help us better understand and combat COVID-19.
References:
- mapbox.com
- Humanitarian OpenStreetMap
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Todd Mostak, CEO and Founder of OmniSci, an In-Q-Tel portfolio company focused on massively accelerated analytics and data science, joins Dr. Dylan George as they discuss the power of the company’s platform to understand patterns in movement and the spread of COVID-19, and its use in contact tracing and hot spot analysis.
References:
- OmniSci’s COVID-19 Demo
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Dr. Dylan George is joined by Nicolas Kruchten, VP of Product at Plotly, an In-Q-Tel portfolio company helping leading organizations close the gap between data science and the rest of the organization. Learn about the power of good data visualizations and how they can help guide decision-making and aid in COVID-19 response.
References:
- www.plotly.com
- Roundup of Dash apps made by community and partners: https://moderndata.plotly.com/covid-19-dash-apps/
- Singapore Ministry of Health: https://covidsitrep.moh.gov.sg/
- Nursing home data and app: https://covid-19-response.demo.socrata.com/stories/s/3eae-9zd5 and https://tylertech.plotly.com/
- Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/data/new-cases
- Tracking and Comparing projections: https://www.covid-projections.com/
- NVIDIA RAPIDS app: https://github.com/rapidsai/plotly-dash-rapids-census-demo/tree/covid-19
- Traffic analysis app by Stantec: https://covid-vmt.stantec.global/
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, B.Next’s Dr. Dylan George and IQT’s Ryan Lewis are joined by Nathan Wolfe of In-Q-Tel portfolio company Metabiota. Tune in as they discuss Nathan’s work as a virus hunter, their hope for the novel coronavirus to be a once in a lifetime event, the need for real-time prediction system for pandemic risk, and more.
References:
- We Can Protect the Economy From Pandemics. Why Didn't We?
- Catastrophic Modeling and Risk Analytics, with Metabiota’s Nita Madhav
- https://www.metabiota.com/
Marc Lipsitch, Professor in the Departments of Epidemiology and Immunology and Infectious Diseases at Harvard University, and Director of the Center for Communicable Diseases and Dynamics joins hosts Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers as they consider data analytics, public health interventions, disease modeling, and the need for the public health community to be at the fore to help implement, design, and execute strategies to manage the COVID-19 response.
References:
- Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting Series, Dr. Dylan George sits down with Sean Byrnes, CEO of Outlier.AI, (an In-Q-Tel portfolio company) in a discussion about looking for insights – changes, indicators – from the bottom up rather than asking questions from the top down. Outlier produces a coronavirus tracker, a daily report on Outlier’s findings in the pandemic data. The company is focused on helping organizations identify unexpected changes within their critical business data.
References:
- www.outlier.ai
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers are joined by Nita Madhav, CEO of Metabiota, an In-Q-Tel portfolio company working to make the world more resilient to epidemics. The trio explore Metabiota’s use of data to understand and report epidemic preparedness levels across nearly 200 countries, epidemiological modeling to understand disease spread, and a fear index revealing economic impact from coronavirus.
References:
- www.metabiota.com
Data plus analytics (with human intelligence) will yield better informed decision making. Join Dr. Tom Frieden, former Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and former Commissioner of the New York City Health Department, and now President and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, an initiative of Vital Strategies, and series hosts Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers as they explore what data should be collected and analyzed to enable an appropriate public health response to novel coronavirus and other public health challenges.
References:
- Resolve to Save Lives
Modeling is vital to understanding disease spread and optimal interventions. In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Dr. Marita Zimmermann, Affiliate Assistant Professor and Research Economist at the Institute for Disease Modeling, discusses with Dr. Dylan George the need for modeling and how it’s used to understand which people are at risk for COVID-19 and determine public health interventions to minimize their risk.
References:
- Institute for Disease Modeling COVID-19 Reports
In this episode of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers are joined by Dr. Nick Reich, one of the leading researchers who is building operational forecasting capabilities in collaboration with public health agencies. Listen in as they discuss the need for better quantity and quality data to have more high-resolution, real-time data to enable better modeling and guide response efforts, and the development of the CDC COVID-19 Forecasting Hub.
References:
- COVID-19 Forecast Hub
- Reich Lab
- Technology to advance infectious disease forecasting for outbreak management
Today, weather forecasters can spot the development of a tropical storm and use models to help determine its path and strength, which is incredibly important to protect those in its path. In episode four of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series, Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers explain why the world needs a disease forecasting center now more than ever, and how it could work to inform decision making among government, policy makers, the public health community, and more to minimize disease spread.
References:
- How to Forecast Outbreaks and Pandemics
Episode three of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series features Dr. Steven Riley from Imperial College of London, with Drs. Dylan George and Caitlin Rivers exploring the importance of the infection mortality rate, the value, and need for the public health community to embrace data and use it better.
References:
- Report 9: Impact of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) to reduce COVID-19 mortality and healthcare demand
- Transmission dynamics of the etiological agent of SARS in Hong Kong: impact of public health interventions
- Factors that make an infectious disease outbreak controllable
Episode two of the B.Next Outbreak Analytics & Forecasting series features Dr. Dylan George discussing simulated forecasting in infectious disease with Dr. Jeff Shaman, professor at Columbia University and director of the Climate and Health program at the Mailman School of Public Health. Analyzing the past to develop models may be able to inform the trajectory of infectious disease activity in the near-term future and allows for public health officials to consider real-world intervention strategies to help mitigate the spread of disease.
References:
- Substantial undocumented infection facilitates the rapid dissemination of novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2)
- Differential Effects of Intervention Timing on COVID-19 Spread in the United States
In the era of COVID-19, you’ve likely heard the terms outbreak analytics and forecasting being used more frequently. This episode kicks off a special B.Next series that will investigate outbreak analytics and forecasting, how it’s being used to help with pandemic response efforts, and what’s needed to improve these capabilities. Dr. Dylan George, Vice President at IQT’s B.Next, and Dr. Caitlin Rivers, Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Center of Health Security, lead today’s discussion to provide an overview of how outbreak analytics are useful and critical tools in understanding the risks of the pandemic and how to best mitigate them.
References:
- Modernizing and Expanding Outbreak Science to Support Better Decision Making During Public Health Crises: Lessons for COVID-19 and Beyond
- Towards Epidemic Prediction: Federal Efforts and Opportunities in Outbreak Modeling
When it comes to good datasets, which is more important: quality or quantity? This episode explores three different IQT Labs projects across different domains, specifically examining quality and quantity considerations. Hear about the parallels between our projects within the geospatial, biotechnology, and synthetic data domains, as well as lessons learned about good training data characteristics.
Learn more:
- Machine Learning Robustness Study
What are some of the challenges associated with diagnostics and testing surrounding COVID-19? B.Next’s Drs. Kevin O’Connell and Dylan George discuss recent pandemic developments and explore the importance of testing, why it's been challenging, and the exciting technologies that we should look forward to coming soon.
Referenced links: • www.covid-local.org • www.covidexitstrategy.org
Hospitals across the world are operating under a contingency standard of care due to COVID-19. Could the strain of resources be alleviated through remote monitoring of patients through their wearable devices? In this episode, B.Next’s Dr. Dan Hanfling and In-Q-Tel’s Kevin Schaeffer explore wearable sensor technology and how it can affect and help in monitoring patient health.
Learn more at www.bnext.org.
What goes into the development of vaccines, specifically ones to combat COVID-19? B.Next Drs. Kevin O’Connell and Dylan George are joined by Dr. Luciana Borio to discuss the technology and factors involved in creating safe and effective vaccines. Learn more about the scale and timeline of vaccine manufacturing, the level and duration of protective immunity, different phases of clinical studies, distribution logistics, and more as the team breaks down what it takes to develop a very complex countermeasure. Note, this podcast was recorded on 5/15 before Operation Warp Speed was announced, which you may learn more about at the link below.
Links referenced and other resources: • The race for coronavirus vaccines: a graphical guide • US Begins 'Warp Speed' Vaccine Push as Studies Ramp Up • www.bnext.org
B.Next Drs. Kevin O’Connell, Dylan George, and Dan Hanfling are back to help break down the COVID-19 outbreak and the role of technology in defeating the pandemic. This week the trio answers listener questions about the antibody test and immunity, recommendations for hospitals, potential seasonality of the virus, vaccines, testing, and more. Learn more about B.Next’s initiatives at www.bnext.org.
B.Next’s Drs. Kevin O’Connell and Dylan George are joined by IQT Labs’ visualization expert, Andrea Brennen, to discuss the importance of visualizing data to help better absorb and understand epidemics and pandemics. Hear about the research IQT has done on visualizing uncertainty with their Viziflu project, a collaboration with the CDC to help formulate infectious disease forecasts, and how this work may be used to better analyze the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn more about Viziflu:
- https://medium.com/high-stakes-design
- https://github.com/BNext-IQT/Viziflu
B.Next’s Dr. Kevin O’Connell is joined by Patrick Boyle, Head of Codebase at Ginkgo Bioworks, the organism company that uses the most advanced technology on the planet—biology—to grow better products. Listen in as the two explore the world of synthetic biology and discuss how Ginkgo is pivoting the use of its platform to aid in COVID-19 response.
B.Next works at the intersection of biotechnology, innovation, and public health. The team is tackling the challenge that we, the world, is facing today.
B.Next Drs. Dylan George and Dan Hanfling explore the impact of physical distancing and the contact tracing technologies that can be helpful for COVID-19 response. B.Next works at the intersection of biotechnology, innovation, and public health. The team is tackling the challenge that we, the world, is facing today. Note, this podcast was recorded on 4/9/20.
B.Next Drs. Kevin O’Connell, Dylan George, and Dan Hanfling join the podcast to discuss the importance of public health measures, including social distancing, and provide an understanding of the crisis standards of care surrounding COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. B.Next works at the intersection of biotechnology, innovation, and public health. The team is tackling the challenge that we, the world, is facing today. Note, this podcast was recorded on 3/26/20.
How can we prepare for, and combat, infectious disease outbreaks? B.Next’s Kevin O’Connell and Dylan George join the podcast to discuss the epidemiology, diagnostic tools, and testing surrounding COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. B.Next works at the intersection of biotechnology, innovation, and public health. The team is tackling the challenge that we, the world, is facing today. Note, this podcast was recorded on 3/20/20.
There’s a lot of talk about self-driving cars, yet autonomy includes far more than cars. There's a great amount of interest and development in autonomous delivery, which offers solutions that transport goods or people either in air, land, or water. This episode covers the autonomous delivery landscape, who is working on it, and what to expect in the coming years.
With geospatial technologies and 3D data collection platforms like LiDAR and photogrammetry becoming more mainstream, the pieces of a larger tech confluence are already in place and starting to augment our daily lives. This episode dives into spatial computing and how 3D data is used to create digital scaffolds of machine and human readable information for autonomous systems, mixed reality platforms, and beyond.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is baked into virtually every modern software application we use. From automatic spam filters in your email account, to recommending movies to watch on Netflix or products to buy from Amazon, AI is pervasive in consumer applications. This episode discusses the rise of AI devices, how far they've come, and what the future might hold for the technology.
This podcast originally aired in May 2019 and some content may be dated.
This episode explores the field of data science and privacy and how laws like GDPR are changing the market and technology landscape.
This podcast originally aired in April 2019 and some content may be dated.
Can futuristic technology depicted in pop culture come to fruition? This episode explores the technology behind the popular “Black Mirror” episode, “Nosedive”, and aspects of ethical decision making.
This podcast originally aired in February 2019 and some content may be dated.
IQT’s Lab41 discusses how reinforcement learning can be used to train an autonomous agent to play their all-time favorite 1st person shooter video game: Doom! Listen in as they discuss some of the mechanics behind training the agent and interesting issues that arise when trying to optimize the agent.
This podcast originally aired in January 2019 and some content may be dated.
The Voices Obscured in Complex Environmental Settings (VOiCES) corpus is a creative commons speech dataset targeting acoustically challenging and reverberant environments with robust labels and truth data for transcription, denoising, and speaker identification. This episode discusses the importance of open data and what AWS and Lab41 (an IQT Lab) are doing with open data research and analytics.
This podcast originally aired in January 2019 and some content may be dated.
Nature.com describes synthetic biology as the design and construction of new biological parts, devices, and systems…and the re-design of existing, natural biological systems for useful purposes. This episode explores the evolution of synthetic biology, including how it’s used and what we could expect in the future.
This podcast originally aired in December 2018 and some content may be dated.
Why is synthetic data important to certain kinds of machine learning applications? This episode dives into the technology trends and circumstances associated with the rise of synthetic data.
This podcast originally aired in November 2018 and some content may be dated.
This episode provides an overview of IQT’s research and knowledge about commercial space, rocket launches, satellite constellations, and more.
This podcast originally aired in November 2018 and some content may be dated.
5G, the 5th generation mobile network, is expected to take a much larger role than previous generations. This episode explores the evolution of 5G, including its implications, use cases, and what it could mean for businesses and consumers around the world.
This podcast originally aired in October 2018 and some content may be dated.
What is reinforcement learning? You may be wondering the answer to this given the wealth of discussion around Machine Learning (ML). This podcast dives into reinforcement learning (RL), a subfield of ML emerging from academia that allows a system to make decisions without explicit programming.
This podcast originally aired in May 2018 and some content may be dated.
A discussion about the proliferation and growth of social bots, agents that communicate autonomously on social media, often with the task of influencing the course of discussion and/or the opinions of its readers.
This podcast originally aired in April 2018 and some content may be dated.