Low Content Analysis: When A Smaller Panel Is Better Than A Larger One The Conversational Flow

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In the 19th episode of “The Conversational Flow”, our hosts, Brian and Adam, dive into the utility and innovation behind backbone panels in spectral flow cytometry, spotlighting a recent paper from BMS that presents a robust, flexible assay designed for immune monitoring using the Aurora platform. They discuss how backbone panels streamline assay development, enhance reproducibility, and are well-suited for integration with AI-driven gating strategies. The conversation also touches on industry trends shared at WRIB, including the push toward global harmonization of instruments and standards in clinical trials. With insights on panel optimization, autofluorescence extraction, and metadata standardization, the episode offers a practical look at how backbone panels are shaping the future of flow cytometry. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Flow Cytometry & Cell Therapy: One Cell Can Make a World of Difference 1:08:51

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In this engaging episode of the podcast, hosts Brian Wile and Adam Cotty welcome special guests Michael Naso, Hillary Quinn, and Barry Morse from The Therapeutic Innovations Group—a powerhouse team of scientists and biotech veterans with decades of experience across biologics, small molecules, and cell therapy. The conversation dives deep into the guests’ unique career journeys, and their own consulting venture aimed at helping startups and academic teams navigate early-stage biotech development. Along the way, listeners are treated to insider stories, genuine camaraderie, and valuable insights into cutting-edge topics like CAR-T cell analysis, flow cytometry, and the evolving landscape of cell therapy. Whether you're a biotech professional or just biotech-curious, this episode delivers science, strategy, and plenty of laughs—don't miss it! “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Flow Validations and Guidance Document Changes in 2024-2025 45:48

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Episode 17 of The Conversational Flow podcast, hosted by Brian Wile and Adam Cotty, dives into the evolving landscape of flow cytometry networking and regulatory guidance, where they analyze recent FDA biomarker validation guidance, comparing it to existing industry standards like CLSI H62. Our hosts explore the challenges of harmonizing flow cytometry reporting, the role of regulatory clarity, and the potential for standardized data formats to drive the field forward. Packed with insights on professional networking and scientific validation, this most recent episode offers a deep dive into both career development and regulatory trends in flow cytometry. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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The Role of Flow in Drug Autoimmune Indication Research 1:00:41

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In episode 16 of The Conversational Flow podcast, hosts Brian Wile and Adam Cotty are joined by Allie Greenplate and Ayman Rezk to explore “The Role of Flow in Drug Autoimmune Indication Research.” The discussion delves into the surge in pharmaceutical R&D for immune and autoimmune indications, highlighting the influence of oncology treatments in shaping this trend. The guests shed light on how advancements in high-dimensional flow cytometry, particularly with more than 20-color capabilities, have accelerated breakthroughs in this field. They also discuss the cutting-edge frontiers of autoimmune research, from innovative therapies to emerging technologies in development. This episode provides an insightful overview of the evolving landscape of autoimmune research, blending scientific expertise with practical applications. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Fantastic Fluorophores and Where to Find Them (w/ Kelly Lundsten) 1:05:35

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In this exciting 15th episode of The Conversational Flow podcast, titled "Fantastic Fluorophores and Where to Find Them," hosts Brian Wile and Adam Cotty from KCAS Bio are joined by special guest Kelly Lundsten from FluoroFinder. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of spectral flow cytometry, exploring key questions such as whether spectra or brightness is more critical for controls, which traditional fluorophores the field should consider moving away from, and what potential pitfalls new dyes might present for users. They’ll also discuss the operational benefits of adopting newer dyes, including how they can simplify cocktail preparation and streamline the workflow. Whether you're a seasoned cytometry expert or just getting started, this episode offers valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of fluorescent dyes. “The Conversational Flow” is an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Modifying Flow Cytometry Panels: the “Backbone” of Flow Cytometry 50:27

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A flow cytometry backbone panel is a set of antibodies that can be used as a starting point for identifying cell types, and then supplemented with additional markers. On the most recent episode of “The Conversational Flow”, our hosts, Brian and Adam, spend some time together as they answer the questions of “What is a backbone panel?”, “What type of changes should be considered for a backbone panel?”, “What are the advantages to backbone panels for translational teams?”, “What should one be careful of when modifying a backbone panel?”, “Should you use a backbone panel for a translational research program?”, and many others. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Low Content Analysis: When a smaller panel is better than a larger one 1:04:14

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During the most recent episode of “The Conversational Flow” podcast, our hosts Brian and Adam talk about those times when a smaller panel might be desirable over a larger panel. To dive deep into this discussion and really analyze all the angles of these questions, the guys have invited a special guest to join them – Amrutesh Puranik, PhD. Amrutesh is the founder of Bespoke MultiOmics Consultants, and his perspective is very insightful as they answer the questions of “What are the benefits of having a focused biological question and data interpretation plan?”, “Why are small panels recommended for cell sorting?”, “What is the impact of a larger panel on quantitative or semi-quantitative assays like RO?”, and “What are the practical impacts of a larger panel on longitudinal panel performance?” “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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High Content Analysis: Finding Needles in a Growing Haystack 1:03:05

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In the 12th episode of “The Conversational Flow” podcast, Brian and Adam welcome two special guests – Sean Burke of Denovo Software and Ryan Brinkman of Dotmatics – who join them to discuss the answers to a number of specific questions about High Content Analysis: How can we manage and derive insight from higher complexity panels? How can this be standardized? Once standardized, how can the process be automated? Why is more data challenging to deal with? How can we generate meaningful answers from known and unknown antibody combinations? How can this enormous amount of data be standardized? How can this type of analysis be automated while still retaining the single cell intensity detail we need? How can we generate new information that we didn’t expect? . “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Going Global with Spectral Flow Cytometry - US, EU and Now Australia 1:06:10

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During this special episode of "The Conversational Flow" our hosts, Brian and Adam, welcome two guests: John Bucksath, CEO of KCAS Bio, and Stefan Cross, CEO of Crux Laboratories. These two guests discuss the elements and advantages of their organizations' new partnership between KCAS' US and European locations and Crux's location in Melbourne, Australia. Recent months have seen the three locations (Crux in Melbourne, and KCAS's Philadelphia and Lyon facilities) collaborate with Cytek to globalize the use of KCAS' multiple Cytek Aurora platforms and offer advanced spectral flow cytometry universally to their customers around the world. Learn about all the things that have gone into this global adventure, and see what it might mean for you and your team's flow cytometric needs. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Instrument Comparison: Some Instruments are More Equal than Others 55:01

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When it comes to flow cytometry instrumentation, there are a number of things that can be different. You may have different types of lasers, you might have a different path for the laser to follow to get to the detector, you can have different actual detectors, different filters in front of those detectors, not to mention the varying sensitivities or levels of power for any of these items. In episode #10 of "The Conversational Flow", Brian and Adam discuss all of these while comparing them and deciding which elements matter the most for your project. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Batch Effects, Controls, and Considerations for Longitudinal Studies 1:04:56

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Let’s face it - nobody likes batch effects (unless it has to do with cookies, but that’s for another podcast). In episode #9 of “The Conversational Flow”, Brian and Adam talk about Batch Effects which is when you're having changes in the study that are not necessarily related to the scientific variables of the study – and what that might mean you will need to do next. Batch Effects can cause a number of headaches for anyone without experience with them… luckily both of our hosts have a number of years in the lab, and they have seen a thing or two. They put this experience to work during this most recent episode to help you with these issues. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Receptor Occupancy Testing in Clinical Trials 45:36

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For episode #8 of “The Conversational Flow” podcast, Brian and Adam spend the time discussing Receptor Occupancy Testing in Clinical Trials. Receptor occupancy (RO) assays are important in clinical trials because they provide valuable information about a drug’s binding characteristics and mechanism of action. Our hosts begin by outlining the general need for accurate RO calculation (per time point, per subject, etc), then they move on to pre-analytical risks (collection, shipment, transit, receipt, etc) and more specifics like staining and preparation process, acquisition and data analysis, harmonization between multiple testing facilities, and interpreting RO data. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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The Current State of Receptor Occupancy Validation 1:00:34

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For episode #7 of “The Conversational Flow”, Brian and Adam invite David Ambrose to join them as they continue their conversation about Receptor Occupancy assays. There are so many unique considerations around an RO assay and with any flow cytometry assay, the precision of that assay is important. Our hosts discuss the biggest differentiators when you're starting to think about an RO assay and how to optimize the development of those assays and why it is so incredibly important to have a full understanding of the instrumentation being used in order to get the process right. “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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Receptor Occupancy: Deceptively Simple Questions 38:05

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The newest episode of “The Conversational Flow” has Brian and Adam talking about the concepts around Receptor Occupancy and all the deceptively simple questions people often have about them, as well as the important but sometimes difficult answers to those questions. They talk about the biology of receptors and the few different "classes" associated with ROs. At their core, these are complex molecules with complex functions being discussed... and who better to have these complex discussions than our own experts, Brian and Adam? “The Conversational Flow” an official podcast of KCAS Bio, and focuses on the more niche topic of Flow Cytometry and its role within the greater pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioanalytical industries. Every month, KCAS Bio will bring you another 60 minutes (or so) of friendly banter between our two finest Flow Cytometry experts as they chat over coffee and discuss what they’ve learned about the world of Flow Cytometry the past couple of weeks. “The Conversational Flow” is brought to you by KCAS Bio. KCAS Bio is a progressive growing contract research organization of well over 250 talented and dedicated individuals with growing operations in Kansas City, Doylestown, PA, and Lyon, France, where we are committed to serving our clients and improving health worldwide. Our experienced scientists provide stand-alone bioanalytical services to the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, animal health and medical device industries.…

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What Is Cell Sorting and What Role Does It Play in Bioanalysis? 44:13

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