Episode 106: The Story Behind BIO on the BAYOU 2025 – Building the Gulf South Biotech Hub
What makes the Gulf South one of the most exciting—and overlooked—regions for biotech innovation?
In this special episode, Elaine Hamm, PhD (Tulane Medicine), Patrick Reed, RTTP (Auburn University), and Marcus Brown, PhD (LSU Health) come together to explore the origins, growth, and future of BIO on the BAYOU, the preeminent event showcasing biotech across the Gulf South. From its beginnings as a collaboration between Tulane and LSU, to its expansion into a regional destination that attracts universities, startups, investors, and global partners, this conversation dives into why BIO on the BAYOU has become a must-attend for biotech leaders (returning October 28 & 29, 2025).
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How BIO on the BAYOU grew from a local idea to a marquee conference drawing national and international attention.
- Why the Gulf South’s overlooked science, startups, and universities are finding their spotlight through this event.
- The unique mix of panels, pitches, partnering, and New Orleans-style networking that sets BIO on the BAYOU apart.
Whether you’re a startup founder, an investor, or simply curious about the future of Gulf South biotech, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the story behind BIO on the BAYOU 2025.
Links:
Check out BIO on the BAYOU and make plans to attend October 28 & 29, 2025.
Connect with Elaine Hamm, PhD, and learn about Tulane Medicine Business Development and the School of Medicine.
Connect with Patrick Reed, RTTP, and learn about Auburn University.
Connect with Marcus Brown, PhD, MBA, and learn about LSU Health New Orleans.
Check out the New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC) and check out their BioChallenge 2025.
Check out The Bullpen and PartneringONE.
Connect with Ian McLachlan, BIO from the BAYOU producer.
Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU – the podcast.
Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.
