Insights Type: Podcast

What if hydration could be tracked as easily—and accurately—as your heart rate? On this episode of the Russo Edge Podcast, host Solomon Wilcots sits down with Professor Mark Kendall, CEO and founder of WearOptimo, to explore how hydration could become the sixth vital sign. Mark explains the science behind microwearables—tiny sensors designed to measure hydration … Read more

When memory fades and caregiving becomes a daily reality, how do we hold onto hope? In this episode of the Russo Edge Podcast, novelist and mental health advocate Muffy Walker shares how her experiences helped inspire her debut work of fiction, Memory Weavers. Set in the late 1990s and early 2000s, the novel follows two … Read more

Sara Jane Demy, CEO and Founder of Demy-Colton, has spent more than two decades helping biotech CEOs get into the right rooms—and build the relationships that move their companies forward. In this episode of The Russo Edge Podcast, Sara joins host Solomon Wilcots for a candid conversation about what it takes to lead in today’s … Read more

Football Icons: Shaun O’Hara, Ed McCaffrey, and Alex Smith appear on the Russo Edge podcast from Radio Row on the site of Super Bowl LIX, joining Solomon Wilcots on the most exciting event of the year. On this episode of the Russo Edge, Solomon Wilcots and these Football legends explore the intersection between athletic achievement … Read more

Dr. Shiran Zimri, Vice President of R&D at Neurosense Therapeutics, joins the Russo Edge Podcast and shares her journey as a scientist tackling neurodegenerative diseases like ALS. In this episode, Dr. Zimri explains how NeuroSense’s innovative combination therapy, Prime C, could reshape ALS treatment by addressing multiple pathways involved in the disease. She provides a … Read more

Dr. Paul Wotton, Executive Director of the Rice Biotech Launchpad and Managing Partner of RBL LLC, joins host Solomon Wilcots on the Russo Edge Podcast. In this episode, Dr. Wotton shares how his leadership is transforming groundbreaking research into clinical applications. Discover the unique advantages of Houston’s thriving biotech ecosystem, the challenges of translating research … Read more

Kevin Caldwell, CEO and co-founder of Ossium Health, joined the Russo Edge Podcast to share the groundbreaking work his company is doing to revolutionize bone marrow transplants. Learn how Ossium Health is leveraging innovation to store life-saving bone marrow from deceased organ donors and improve outcomes for patients with serious blood cancers. With host Solomon … Read more

Gaylene Xanthopoulos, CEO and founder of The Leadership Edge, joins the Russo Edge Podcast to share her expertise on leading life science companies through growth, innovation, and investor engagement. As an advisor to biotech CEOs and board members, Gaylene delves into the unique challenges life science leaders face today, from building effective teams to establishing … Read more

Join Graig Suvannavejh, veteran biotech and biopharmaceutical analyst at Mizuho Securities, as he sits down with our host Solomon Wilcots, Sports-Health Alliance Team Leader at Russo Partners. In this episode, Graig discusses the evolving biotech landscape, upcoming market catalysts, and the key therapeutic areas poised for growth. We also dive into best practices for companies … Read more

Can cell therapy provide a real solution for spinal cord injuries, as well as vision and hearing loss? In this episode, Solomon Wilcots speaks with Brian Culley, CEO of Lineage Cell Therapeutics, about how their groundbreaking work is creating new possibilities for patients. Brian shares how replacing damaged cells with healthy ones is transforming the … Read more