As a companion to his upcoming book, Patenting Life: Tales from the Front Lines of Intellectual Property and the New Biology, Director Jorge Goldstein sat down with fellow Sterne Kessler Director Eldora Ellison, Ph.D. for a conversation about women in law, mentorship, career development, and her work involving CRISPR technology.

During the episode, they discussed Eldora’s experience from graduate school to law school, and an appreciation across the biotechnology industry for lawyers who understand both the science and the law. They also discuss Eldora’s work as lead patent strategist on CRISPR-Cas9 matters for the University of California and the impact that CRISPR technology has had across the industry.

This discussion highlighted the importance of mentorship and diversity in STEM, and how the intersection of the science and law are shaping the future of innovation.

To hear the full podcast episode, click here.