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04.02.2026
57 Minuten
This episode of Taste of Bionics brings together two leaders who
represent both continuity and transformation at Ottobock: Georgia
Näder, a fourth-generation member of the founding family, embodies
innovation and modern leadership while staying true to the
company’s core values; and Oliver Jakobi, who started as an
apprentice and rose to become CEO, has steered Ottobock through
decades of growth and, most recently, its landmark IPO in October
2025. Together, they share a vision: empowering people through
technology, driving user-centered innovation, and shaping the
future of mobility worldwide.
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21.01.2026
55 Minuten
Working in the field of nerve regeneration has a lot in common with
being an electrician, says Dr. Jennifer Ernst. She is Head of
Innovative Amputation Medicine, Department of Trauma Surgery,
Medizinische Hochschule Hannover (MHH). A specialist in Plastic and
Aesthetic Surgery, Jennifer has special knowledge in modern
surgical techniques such as targeted muscle rein nervation (TMR),
osseointegration and Agonist-Antagonist-Myoneuronal-Interface
(AMI). In this episode of Taste of Bionics, together with Ranga,
she explores the main advantages of such procedures, the current
limitations and existing challenges. Where is the development in
amputation medicine headed and what will the next milestones be?
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07.01.2026
1 Stunde 4 Minuten
What happens when the boundary between humans and machines starts
to dissolve? Dr. Connor Glass is the Founder and CEO of Phantom
Neuro, a neurotechnology company building the next generation of
human–machine interfaces. With a background in medicine and
research at Johns Hopkins, Connor left clinical practice to tackle
a deeper challenge: how humans can intuitively and seamlessly
control the machines that extend their capabilities. In this
episode of Taste of Bionics, Connor talks to Ranga about developing
Phantom X, a minimally invasive muscle-machine interface that
enables intuitive control of prosthetic limbs and robotic devices,
and how to make high-performance neural control accessible and
scalable – not only for amputees, but also for broader applications
in robotics and human augmentation.
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17.12.2025
56 Minuten
How do people react when they see someone running on blades fast –
like really, really fast? Johannes Floors is a German Paralympic
sprinter and double below-knee amputee who competes using
high-performance prosthetic blades. He has won multiple gold
medals at World Championships and Paralympic Games, including in
Rio, Tokyo, and Paris. He is also a trained orthopaedic
technician, works on his Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
and is part in Ottobock’s Research & Development department,
where he contributes to advancing prosthetic technologies. In this
episode of Taste of Bionics, he talks to Ranga about what led to
his decision to amputate both legs below the knees and how it
changed his life, and he takes us on his journey on becoming a
world class athlete. Tune in to discover how technology,
resilience, and curiosity can redefine what it means to be human
and why Ottobock is at the forefront of enabling that future.
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03.12.2025
1 Stunde 3 Minuten
Every guest is our host Ranga’s favourite guest, of course – but
this conversation in particular has him on the edge of his seat:
Hugh Herr is a professor at the MIT Media Lab, where he leads the
Biomechatronics Group and co-directs the K. Lisa Yang Center for
Bionics. But first of all, he is known for transferring the whole
field: After losing both legs in a climbing accident in 1982, Hugh
turned personal adversity into scientific innovation. In this
episode of Taste of Bionics, he talks to Ranga about developing
advanced prosthetic limbs that integrate with the human nervous
system, restoring mobility and enhancing physical capabilities. How
do bionic limbs work? What about the future of human-machine
interfaces? And what are the challenges in translating lab research
to real-world applications? Tune in to discover how technology,
resilience, and curiosity can redefine what it means to be human
and why Ottobock is at the forefront of enabling that future. Find
out more about Ottobock: https://corporate.ottobock.com/en/home
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Über diesen Podcast
Taste of Bionics is a podcast hosted by renowned science journalist
Ranga Yogeshwar, diving deep into the intersection of humans and
technology. In each episode, guests will discuss cutting-edge
topics at the interface between people and technology. They include
the very latest prosthetics, exoskeletons, neural interfaces,
human-machine interaction, artificial intelligence and innovations
in medical technology designed to improve lives. From the emotional
reality of limb loss to the design of bionic systems that can
operate in space, this podcast goes beyond buzzwords. This podcast
is offering real insight into how innovation is redefining
movement, identity and what it means to be human. For anyone
interested in the future of mobility and the science of human
enhancement. Join us every other Tuesday. Follow now and never miss
an episode. Produced by Podstars by OMR.
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