LuBlog: Biotech to drive next wave of electronics - ISS U.S. Recap: "What does biotech have to do with semiconductors?
Steve Jurvetson, managing director of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, a lead venture capitalist in Silicon Valley (known for nano and cleantech and overall technology) believes that bio will inspire the next generation of electronics. He spoke of the work happening at Harvard and other places that essentially creates an interface between the body and electronics. Researchers at Harvard have been able to functionalize virus’ and DNA to send and receive signals – quite amazing stuff. It is the work of VC’s to think far out in the future, but not too practical for equipment and materials companies that are looking for near term sources of revenues."
