That perspective perfectly captures the insights shared by Kiran Khan, Manager, Regulatory Affairs at Kymera Therapeutics, in the latest episode of the Life Sciences – In Focus podcast.

As drug development becomes increasingly complex, regulatory affairs professionals are stepping into more strategic roles than ever before. From navigating accelerated approval pathways to leveraging artificial intelligence responsibly, Kiran offers a thoughtful and practical perspective on the future of regulatory affairs and the skills professionals will need to succeed. The discussion explored the evolution of regulatory strategy, global harmonization, health authority engagement, and why curiosity remains one of the most valuable traits in the profession.

00:00 - Welcome and Introduction to Kiran Khan

01:06 - Kiran’s Journey into Regulatory Affairs

05:28 - How Regulatory Affairs Became a Strategic Function

07:12 - AI’s Impact on Regulatory Strategy and Submissions

10:37 - Navigating Accelerated Approval Pathways

13:56 - Global Harmonization vs Regional Regulatory Requirements

17:58 - Changing Health Authority Engagement and Communication Skills

21:45 - The Future of Regulatory Affairs and Key Industry Trends

About Life Sciences - In Focus

Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division.

About Vistatec

We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com

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About Life Sciences - In Focus

Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division.

About Vistatec

We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com

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"AI is powerful, but in life sciences, it's an augmentation, not a shortcut." This episode of Life Sciences – In Focus features Simon Hodgkins, Chief Marketing Officer at Vistatec AI, as we explore one of the industry's most debated topics: artificial intelligence.

Host Karen Tkaczyk takes on both interviewer and contributor roles. This creates a dynamic conversation, rich with insights, that explores the promise of AI and its practical realities in regulated environments.

00:00 – Welcome and Role Reversal Introduction

01:25 – Simon’s Perspective on AI in Life Sciences

03:10 – Industry Challenges and Regulatory Complexity

05:04 – AI vs Reality in Regulated Environments

06:10 – Translation, Compliance, and Cultural Nuance

08:55 – Human-in-the-Loop: Why It Matters

10:15 – Data Privacy, Security, and AI Costs

13:36 – Regulations, EU AI Act, and Risk Classification

23:57 – Multilingual Communication and Meaningful Engagement

About Life Sciences - In Focus

Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast by Vistatec, a fascinating conversation with global life sciences experts. The show has multiple hosts and topics. Follow Life Sciences - In Focus on Spotify for all the latest episodes, or subscribe to the show on YouTube and Apple podcasts. Life Sciences - In Focus is available on many other podcast platforms. To learn more about the podcast, please visit https://vistatec.com/life-sciences-division.

About Vistatec

We have been helping some of the world’s most iconic brands to optimize their global commercial potential since 1997. Vistatec is one of the world’s leading global content solutions providers. HQ in Dublin, Ireland, with offices in Mountain View, California, USA. To learn more about Vistatec, please visit https://www.vistatec.com

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/vistatec-life-sciences