Demetrix & Bioengineering Rare Cannabinoids | Jeff Ubersax | 14

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Nick Jikomes talks to Jeff Ubersax, PhD, CEO of the biotechnology company Demetrix (who supported this episode). Jeff discussed the science behind how Demetrix is engineering baker's yeast to produce cannabinoids at an industrial scale, with a focus on making rare cannabinoids other than THC and CBD.

Jeff also discussed how he transitioned from academic science to running his own company, and offered advice for academic scientists in training who might be thinking about moving into biotechnology.

Episode Support: This episode was supported by Demetrix, a biotechnology company using cutting edge fermentation technology to produce rare cannabinoids that are safe, legal, and effective for health and wellness. 

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