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Junaid Mian is a graduate of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and is a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and investor. Mr. Mian views the emerging space economy as an engine of economic growth and a driver of human healthspan. In pursuit of this vision, Mr.
Mian became an early investor in Axiom Space and several notable Newspace startups. Junaid is constantly on the look for the next best biotech startup, whether it be terrestrial or space-based.

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/junaidmianrph/

Heather grew up in Mount Gambier, Australia till moving to Adelaide in 2001 to study her degree in Molecular Biology (honours Biochemistry) and then after a year in Scotland as a Research Assistant, moved to Sweden to do a PhD in Medical Science…..the important part here is that since 2003 Heather has been working with pluripotent stem cells (PSC), the cells that form our entire bodies. Originally the only source of embryonic stem cells (ESC) was leftover IVF embryos but since Shinya Yamanaka’s Nobel prize winning discovery in 2005, we now also have adult derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC). PSC give us amazing abilities to create new and healthy cells in a laboratory for the purposes of replacing dead or defective cells of the body. This has always fascinated Heather and is a field she still works in. There are over 130 clinical trials worldwide using PSC derived cell types making transformative strides in the treatment of Epilepsy, Parkinson’s and Diabetes, and many more applications in degenerative disease and cancer. The controversy around ESC has exposed Heather to the disconnect between science and the public and she has always been active in this space. Heather tries to use her upbringing in evangelical christianity, to understand and respect different points of view, while ensuring the information beliefs are based on is informed by the amazing science we have access to. Heather’s excitement for research into longevity is the opportunity for discovery of new preventative or treatment options to improve our abilities to treat classical disease earlier, or with better quality of life outcomes. Being matched in this podcast with Sanjay is a wonderful opportunity for Heather to combine her knowledge of cell therapy, stem cells and gene therapy (mRNA, virus, CAR T) with established expertise in longevity, lifestyle and human disease. I look forward to learning and exploring together!

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-main-012a1171/

Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj is an interventional cardiologist who spent more than 20 years caring for patients with advanced heart disease. After witnessing firsthand the limits of conventional treatment when disease has already taken hold, he transitioned his focus toward prevention and longevity medicine. Today, he combines his expertise in cardiology with the latest advances in precision health to help people extend not only their lifespan, but their healthspan—the years of life lived with vitality, clarity, and purpose. Through this podcast, he brings together leading voices in medicine, science, and wellness to share actionable strategies that empower listeners to take control of their future health.

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sanjay-bhojraj/