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In 2012 I invented a drug for brain cancer but...

@brainsurgerydropout

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Why it worked

The video succeeds by pairing high-stakes professional achievement with raw, vulnerable human emotion, creating a compelling narrative of sacrifice and success.

Summary

A biotech founder shares an emotional moment of holding his brain cancer drug for the first time after 11 years of development. He reflects on the personal sacrifices made to reach this milestone and encourages viewers to pursue their dreams.

Structure

1Emotional hook about a long-term invention
2Revealing the drug vial for the first time
3Reflecting on personal sacrifices and costs
4Inspirational quote and call to persevere

Call to action

Dare greatly, my friends! Don't give up on your dreams!

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In 2012 I invented a drug for brain cancer but... ...I have never actually “seen” the drug before (May 31, 2022) 11 years ago TODAY I founded a biotech startup to develop my brain cancer drug called “OS2966” It took dropping out of neurosurgery training, somehow raising $20M, putting off my life for a decade, and the failure of my marriage to get to this. EXACT. MOMENT. OMG ✨ they are so cute I didn’t expect to get so emotional 😭 I still can’t believe I ✨invented✨ this 🤯 “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena ... and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly” (Roosevelt) Dare greatly, my friends! Don’t give up on your dreams! 🚀🚀🚀

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BIRTHDAY WEEK COUNTDOWN 🎂 Happy birthday to me! 🥳 My number ONE fave video was posted a year ago and the response was super crazy. It led to a lot of interviews and amazing new friends for which I am grateful. It also was the kick in the pants to get started on my first book about my founder’s journey… stay tuned. 📖 #STEMTok #biotech #startup #sciencetok #Science