Recorded and published daily during #ASGCT2026, Soundbites of the Annual Meeting captures the energy and breadth of the conference through quick-hit conversations, scientific snapshots, attendee perspectives, and highlights from across the field — offering a daily pulse on what’s happening throughout the meeting.

Take a listen from Friday, May 15, 2026 as we talk with Dr. Daria Fedyukina from ARPA-H, who was a panelist during the Fireside Chat, Engaging with ARPA-H—Funding priorities and future directions. The discussion centers around Dr. Fedyukina’s role at ARPA-H and some of the funded projects and companies she is working with.

This soundbite is hosted by Ben McLeod of the ASGCT Communications Committee.

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