126: How to Enhance Cell Engineering Using Mechanical Intracellular Delivery with Armon Sharei - Part 2

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As biotechnology rapidly evolves, cell therapies are emerging as a groundbreaking frontier with the potential to transform medicine. In this episode of the Smart Biotech Scientist Podcast, host David Brühlmann speaks with Armon Sharei, founder and CEO of Portal Bio, about the complexities, challenges, and future of cell therapies.

Cell therapies could revolutionize medicine in ways similar to antibiotics and vaccines. However, the current manufacturing process is costly and time-consuming.

Armon Sharei envisions a future where point-of-care production makes these therapies more accessible, even at the patient's bedside. This approach could not only benefit developed countries but also emerging markets.

Armon suggests that cell therapies could be as transformative as antibiotics and vaccines, with the potential to address complex diseases like cancer and autoimmune disorders. These therapies could precisely target tumors, correct dysfunctions in autoimmune diseases, and regenerate tissues in conditions like Parkinson's.

Key Takeaways:

Cell Therapies as the Future: Armon emphasizes that cell therapies, like antibiotics and vaccines, offer high efficacy with minimal toxicity. They can address complex diseases such as tumors and autoimmune disorders.
Simplifying Manufacturing: Current manufacturing methods are expensive and slow. Portal Bio’s point-of-care approach could streamline production, reducing both time and costs.
Expanding Accessibility: Making cell therapies more accessible requires technological advances as well as changes in regulatory and quality standards to lower costs and make treatments available globally.

As technology advances, the future of cell therapies looks promising. Armon believes point-of-care cell therapies will bring sophisticated treatments directly to patients, transforming healthcare.

Connect with Armon Sharei

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armonsharei/

Portal: https://www.portal.bio

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