59. Cementing Change: How Ginger Dosier's Biomason is Paving a Greener Path

Grow Everything Biotech Podcast

Episode Description:

Karl Scmieder and Erum Azeez-Khan welcome Ginger Dosier, an architect-turned-biotech innovator, and the co-founder of Biomason, to the Grow Everything podcast. With a rich background that intertwines experiences at NASA and a deep passion for sustainable building materials, Ginger shares her groundbreaking work in developing biofabricated bricks. This revolutionary approach to construction not only challenges traditional methods but also introduces a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative. Throughout the episode, listeners will gain insights into the intersections of architecture, biology, and environmental stewardship, highlighting Ginger Dosier’s unique perspective on building a greener future.

Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?

Learn more at www.messaginglab.com/groweverything

Topics Covered:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome to Innovation: Introduction to the Episode
• 00:02:01 - Meet Ginger Dosier: Interview with the Co-Founder of Biomason
• 00:08:13 - Revolutionizing Materials: The Concept of Biofabricated Cement
• 00:11:34 - Crafting the Future: How Biomason Grows Bricks
• 00:17:53 - Changing the Industry: Biocement's Impact on Construction
• 00:19:29 - Beyond Strength: Analyzing Biocement's Performance Characteristics
• 00:22:41 - Looking Ahead: Future Applications of Biocement
• 00:26:55 - Evolving Ideas: The Development of Biomason
• 00:29:40 - Facing the Future: Upcoming Challenges in the Industry
• 00:31:25 - Localizing Production: The Power of Distributed Biomanufacturing
• 00:37:48 - Transparent Building: The Importance of Supply Chain Clarity
• 00:42:53 - Leading Change: The Role of Biotech Firms in the New Economy
• 00:45:23 - Inspirational Farewell: Closing Thoughts and Future Goals

Episode Links:

• Ginger Dosier on LinkedInBiomason
• Biomason on Twitter
• Ginger Krieg Dosier Wikipedia
• Biomason (company)
• Biomimicry by Janine Benyus (book)
• Endolith (company)
• Ecovative (interview with CEO Eben Bayer is Ep. 23, company)
• Parley for the Oceans (company)
• Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari (book)
• Superfly by Jonathan Balcombe (book)
• Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman (book)
• Unknown: Cosmic Time Machine (film)
• Leave The World Behind (film)
• Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber (series)

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