Episode 10: Behind the Scenes of Genomics Innovation with Edgar MacBean

In this episode, Dr. Koenig welcomes Edgar MacBean, a prominent figure in genomics, to discuss his journey and contributions to the field. Educated at Duke University and Rush University in health systems management, Edgar has had a significant impact on genomics through his work at companies like Pathway Genomics, Illumina, and Helix. Edgar shares his experiences from leading early consumer genomics product development to engaging in population genomics and enhancing DNA insight accessibility. He also touches on regulatory challenges, the role of health systems in genomic data integration, and the future use of AI in healthcare. 

Episode Highlights:

·         Pathway Genomics and Consumer Genomics

·         Challenges and Controversies in Consumer Genomics

·         The All of Us Research Program

·         Human Genome and Genetic Diversity

·         Consumer Genomics Market Evolution

·         Ethical and Security Concerns in Genomics

·         The Role of Illumina in Genomics

·         Helix's Evolution and Collaboration with Health Systems

·         Genomic Information and Health Outcomes

·         Integration with Electronic Health Records

·         Future of Genomics and Personalized Healthcare

LINKS:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmacbean