Podcast Episodes

How Can AI and the Community Drive Climate Action? – David Dao

Episode 50

David Dao, ETH alumnus and GainForest scientist, shares his journey from climate activism to XPRIZE-winning AI innovations, supporting indigenous communities, and driving impactful solutions.

David Da…

Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago

From Doodle to Decarbonization – Myke Naef

Episode 49

ETH alumnus and computer scientist Myke Naef shares his journey from founding Doodle to pioneering investments in climate tech, blending innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.

What sparked …

Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago

Embracing Innovation - Robotics and Hugs - Alexis E. Block

Episode 48

ETH alumna Alexis E. Block and assistant professor at the Case Western Reserve University discusses her HuggieBot research, designed for high-quality hugs, highlighting its emotional benefits, design…

Published on 1 year ago

A Journey Beyond Time – Stephan Sigrist

Episode 47

With a background in biochemistry and former researcher at Collegium Helveticum, Stephan Sigrist, founder of the think tank W.I.R.E., is dedicated to the power of collaboration and creative thinking.…

Published on 1 year ago

Combating «Forever Chemicals» – Fajer Mushtaq

Episode 46

Did you know that toxic pollutants can even be found in some water bottles? Fajer Mushtaq, co-founder and CEO of Oxyle, an ETH spin-off, has developed a breakthrough technology that removes toxic PFA…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Tackling Drug Resistance in Cancer Treatment – Stefanie Flückiger

Episode 45

Stefanie Flückiger, co-founder and CEO of Tolremo Therapeutics, is transforming cancer treatment with her innovative biotech company. Discover how Tolremo, an ETH spinoff, is tackling non-genetic dru…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

How to Cultivate Meat – Nicole Kleger

Episode 44

Transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship, Nicole Kleger co-founded Sallea, a startup focused on pioneering sustainable solutions in the cultivated meat industry, driven by her passion for impa…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Leadership, Innovation, and the Power of Education – Suzanne Thoma

Episode 43

Suzanne Thoma, Sulzer’s executive president and ETH Zurich alumna, discusses her career journey, the power of engineering education, and her role in transforming the Swiss industry.

Dr. Suzanne Thoma,…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Transforming the Chemical Industry – Remy Buser

Episode 42

Remy Buser's journey from studying at ETH to founding Bloom Biorenewables and how he emphasises the need to defossilise materials and find sustainable alternatives.

Remy Buseris on a mission to replac…

Published on 1 year, 5 months ago

From Research to Action: Combating Climate Extremes – Wim Thiery

Episode 41

Wim Thiery, a climate scientist and associate professor at the University of Brussels, revealed during his recent visit at ETH Zurich, that children born in 2020 will face significantly more extreme …

Published on 1 year, 5 months ago