Life Sciences - In Focus

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus - Ep 28 - Kiran Khan

That perspective perfectly captures the insights shared by Kiran Khan, Manager, Regulatory Affairs at Kymera Therapeutics, in the latest episode of the Life Sciences – In Focus podcast. As drug development becomes increasingly complex, regulatory affairs professionals are stepping into more strategic roles than ever before. From navigating accelerated approval pathways to leveraging artificial intelligence responsibly, Kiran offers a thoughtful and practical perspective on the future of regulatory affairs and the skills professionals will need to succeed. The discussion explored the evolution of regulatory strategy, global harmonization, health authority engagement, and why curiosity remains one of the most valuable traits in the profession. 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction to Kiran Khan 01:06 - Kiran’s Journey into Regulatory Affairs 05:28 - How Regulatory Affairs Became a Strategic Function 07:12 - AI’s Impact on Regulatory Strategy and Submissions 10:37 - Navigating Accelerated Approval Pathways 13:56 - Global Harmonization vs Regional Regulatory Requirements 17:58 - Changing Health Authority Engagement and Communication Skills 21:45 - The Future of Regulatory Affairs and Key Industry Trends About Life Sciences - In Focus Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division. About Vistatec We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/vistatec-life-sciences

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus - Ep 27 - Julie Moon

About Life Sciences - In Focus Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division. About Vistatec We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/vistatec-life-sciences

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus - Ep 26 - Karen Tkaczyk and Simon Hodgkins

"AI is powerful, but in life sciences, it's an augmentation, not a shortcut." This episode of Life Sciences – In Focus features Simon Hodgkins, Chief Marketing Officer at Vistatec AI, as we explore one of the industry's most debated topics: artificial intelligence. Host Karen Tkaczyk takes on both interviewer and contributor roles. This creates a dynamic conversation, rich with insights, that explores the promise of AI and its practical realities in regulated environments. 00:00 – Welcome and Role Reversal Introduction 01:25 – Simon’s Perspective on AI in Life Sciences 03:10 – Industry Challenges and Regulatory Complexity 05:04 – AI vs Reality in Regulated Environments 06:10 – Translation, Compliance, and Cultural Nuance 08:55 – Human-in-the-Loop: Why It Matters 10:15 – Data Privacy, Security, and AI Costs 13:36 – Regulations, EU AI Act, and Risk Classification 23:57 – Multilingual Communication and Meaningful Engagement About Life Sciences - In Focus Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division. About Vistatec We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/vistatec-life-sciences

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus - Ep 25 - Karen Tkaczyk and Sara Brueck Nichols

Host Karen Tkaczyk sits down with Sara Brueck Nichols, President of McCreadie Group, for a Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast episode that moves seamlessly between personal experience, industry insight, and practical innovation. About Life Sciences - In Focus Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division.

Vistatec Life Sciences - In Focus Ep 24 - Karen Tkaczyk - Daniela Blanco

In the latest episode of the Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast, Karen Tcazyk speaks with Daniela Blanco, whose journey spans continents, disciplines, and industries, from chemical engineering in Venezuela to building AI-powered tools that are reshaping how scientists run experiments. What makes Daniela’s story especially compelling is not just what she’s building, but why. 00:00 - Welcome and Guest Introduction 00:54 - Daniela’s origin story, from Venezuela to chemical engineering and sustainability 03:16 - Founding Synthetics: from NYU competition to startup launch 03:43 - Why Synthetics pivoted from solar chemistry to AI-driven experimentation 05:47 - The state of AI adoption in chemistry and life sciences 06:28 - Making AI work with small datasets and winning early industry trust 10:21 - Funding lessons for technical founders and the power of non-dilutive capital 14:50 - What’s next for Synthetics, hiring, conferences, and how to connect About Life Sciences - In Focus Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Visatatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division. About Vistatec We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com Social Media: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/vistatec-life-sciences