Thu Aug 28 2025

In this episode of the SoCal Edge, we're joined by Nick Edwards, CEO and founder of Potato and host of the Once A Scientist podcast. Nick discusses his transition from a PhD and postdoc in neuroscience to strategy consulting at BCG, and eventually founding his AI-driven biotech company. He explains how Potato uses AI to streamline wet lab and computational biology, enabling faster and more efficient scientific discoveries. Nick also shares his personal journey, the inspiration behind Potato, his experience with fundraising, and how he balances entrepreneurship with his enduring passion for science. Additionally, we delve into the motivations behind starting his podcast, the impact it's had, and his active role in the San Diego biotech and AI startup ecosystem.