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🚀 Element Biosciences Raises Over $277M, Poised to Challenge Illumina's Dominance Element Biosciences has successfully raised over $277 million in its latest funding round, aimed at accelerating the development and commercialization of its highly differentiated NGS platform. This significant investment underscores the rapid growth and strong market position of the company, in a difficult fundraising environment. 💡Strategic Utilization: Funds will drive innovation in product development and expand commercialization efforts, positioning Element to compete fiercely with struggling Illumina. 🌐 Implications: Element’s continouus advancements of its AVITI platform and drive in global expansion reinforce its commitment to reshape the NGS market. With significant placements and this capital injection, Element has now significantly outpaced competitors like Singular Genomics and Ultima Genomics. 🔍 Looking Ahead: This Series D funding milestone not only propels Element Biosciences into its next phase of growth but also sets the stage for potential IPO plans. Congratulations to Molly He, David Melaugh, Brian Stolz, Michael Previte, Shawn Levy and the entire Element Biosciences team 👏👏👏 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d3vwpTZb #Genomics #Biotech #Innovation #Funding #ElementBiosciences #Growth #Investment #FutureTech #IPO

🚀 Exciting Partnership Alert! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce that Genient Technologies has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Envision Biotech, marking a major milestone toward developing biosafety level 3 and 4 turnkey laboratories. Genient Technologies, a leader in MedTech and life sciences, focuses on in-vitro diagnostics, IVF, genomics discovery, and basic science research, driving innovations in healthcare. On the other hand, Envision Biotech, with 16 years of expertise in prefabricated cleanrooms, BSL 3 labs, and integrated molecular biology research facilities, brings robust infrastructure and technical excellence. Led by Vishal Verma, Director of Envision Biotech, this collaboration aims to revolutionize life science research, animal biotechnology, and IVF. This partnership leverages Genient’s technology aggregation and Envision’s infrastructure solutions to create next-gen healthcare facilities. Together, we envision a future of groundbreaking research breakthroughs and enhanced patient outcomes! Stay tuned as we embark on this journey to redefine healthcare standards and life science innovations! 💡 #MedTech #LifeSciences #Innovation #HealthcareTransformation #Biosafety #ResearchAndDevelopment #IVF #Genomics #Collaboration #CleanroomSolutions #StrategicPartnership https://lnkd.in/gtsPGruD

“Knowledge of what causes human disease has exploded in the ‘omics’ era, but the ability to discover and develop new molecules to treat those diseases hasn't kept pace,” said Terray Therapeutics CEO and co-founder Jacob Berlin, PhD. “Trained on rapidly iterating, precise data generated at unprecedented scale in our labs, Terray’s AI will dramatically improve the success rate of small molecule development and bring relief to patients.” Terray Therapeutics has just secured an additional $120M in #SeriesB funding (bringing its total equity financing since inception to over $200M) to propel its small molecule programs forward. In an industry where precision and speed in drug development are paramount, Terray’s AI-powered platform offers a new approach to addressing the challenges of traditional discovery methods. This milestone comes with the backing of key investors like NVIDIA and Bristol Myers Squibb, who clearly see the transformative potential in this partnership. Together, they aim to tackle the bottlenecks in traditional drug discovery, combining Terray’s proprietary AI technology with the expertise of industry heavyweights. Other milestones include: ✅ Rapid progress on internal immunology programs, driven by AI-powered chemistry optimization. ✅ Strategic partnerships with Calico Life Sciences and Bristol Myers Squibb to address complex disease targets. ✅ Development and publication of the industry-leading COATI chemistry foundation model and the application of latent diffusion machine learning for small molecule design—a first in the field. ✅ Strenghtened leadership at Terray with the addition of experienced figures such as Feroze U. (Fez Ujjainwalla) as Chief Business Officer and Anna Goranson as Chief People Officer. Additionally, biotech veterans like John Maraganore, Bassil Dahiyat, and Sudha Parasuraman have taken on strategic roles within the company, further solidifying its leadership position in the industry. Bedford Ridge Capital nVentures Maverick Capital Goldcrest Capital Madrona Venture Labs Two Sigma XTX Ventures Digitalis Ventures Sid Shenai Kimberly Powell #Biotech #AIinHealthcare #DrugDevelopment #TerrayTherapeutics #SmallMolecule #PrecisionMedicine #BiopharmaInnovation #Biopharma #Innovation

J.P. Morgan Week 2024 Highlights Over 8,000 global participants gathered in San Francisco for J.P. Morgan's 42nd Healthcare Conference, unveiling game-changing trends: Medable, Inc's new intelligent automation slashes clinical trial timelines by 50%, revolutionizing eCOA deployments and accelerating study startups. Top-10 pharma giants are already reaping the benefits. NVIDIA's $1 trillion valuation meets Amgen in a bid to transform drug discovery. The BioNeMo platform and AI system Freyja aim to reshape AI models, while Isomorphic Labs, backed by Alphabet Inc., pioneers drug discovery with Novartis and Eli Lilly and Company. Dr. Peter Marks unveils FDA's initiatives for advancing gene therapies in 2024. Streamlining platforms, accelerated approvals, regulatory harmony, and support for smaller companies through the START pilot program are on the agenda. Union Square buzzes with optimism, signaling a lasting shift in biotech attitudes. EY's Firepower report reveals a robust M&A capacity of $1.37 trillion for 2024, marking the second-highest figure in a decade. #JPMorganWeek #JPM2024 Reference: https://lnkd.in/d_sGuhfD Image Credit: Michael Weber/Courtesy of Westin St. Francis

Latin America's Diagnostic Breakthroughs In the current landscape of diagnostic technologies, medium throughput solutions are emerging as a significant commercial opportunity, especially in Latin America, where innovative companies are making remarkable progress. Geneprodx from Chile recently launched its diagnostic platform for thyroid nodules using Idylla technology, showcasing how medium throughput solutions can provide accurate and rapid diagnoses at a reasonable cost. TIMSER GROUP from Mexico has gained approval for its Preventix kit, aimed at early detection of cervical cancer, highlighting the effectiveness of these technologies in addressing critical medical needs. ZEV Biotech, operating in Argentina and Brazil, offers an even more integrated example with its IRIS platform, focused on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Their fully integrated approach and commitment to medium throughput solutions allow them to address specific market niches and offer more accessible diagnostics in terms of cost and technological complexity. These ventures illustrate that the medium throughput segment is not only viable but crucial, filling a gap between low and high throughput technologies that often do not suit the realities of diagnostics in emerging markets. This segment allows for simpler implementation compared to high throughput technologies, which require significant investments in equipment and specialized training, and are more versatile than low throughput technologies, which, although simpler, are often inadequate for addressing more complex pathologies. The situation in Latin America reflects a window of opportunity for medium throughput technologies, especially as large international corporations often focus on more developed markets. This landscape provides fertile ground for local innovators like Geneprodx, TIMSER GROUP, and ZEV Biotech to advance, overcoming obstacles and setting new standards in healthcare in the region. The story of these ventures is a source of inspiration and a reminder that, although biotechnology and molecular diagnostics may be dominated by first-world powers, there are significant opportunities in substantial markets like Latin America. As Steve Jobs once said, "Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower." These emerging leaders are not just innovating; they are paving the way toward a healthier future in their communities. #DiagnosticInnovation #LatAmDx #MidThroughput #BiotechLatAm #ZentynelVC

I am glad to join other organizations at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh, NC, to celebrate NCBiotech’s 40th anniversary. This organization serves as a hub for #entrepreneurs looking for a guiding hand. From funding to custom market reports, it has the resources to transform innovative #ideas into commercial realities.#40NCBiotech https://lnkd.in/etzAhJp5 Labcorp is a global life sciences company that supports innovation in a number of ways, including: 1) Working with partners across the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and crop protection industries. 2) Investing in startups 3) Using AI and machine learning 4) Expanding precision oncology 5) Supporting cell and gene therapy development 6) Maximizing patient support services Labcorp's scientific expertise includes over 1,200 patents and a team of more than 2,500 MDs and PhDs https://lnkd.in/eFRkxR7H https://lnkd.in/e_vjpcqF #Labcorp; #Diagnostics; #innovation; #lifesciences

Get ready to embrace curiosity in just 2 weeks! At this year's #SwissBiotechDay, hosted by the esteemed Swiss Biotech Association and renowned as one of Europe's premier #biotechnology #conferences, Bavarian Biotech is set to take center stage at the 🏘️ #globalvillage. The Swiss Biotech Day serves as a nexus for professionals within the 🌎global #lifesciences community, drawing in experts from diverse backgrounds. In 2024, it promises yet another immersive experience, offering a fertile ground for #networking, thought-provoking discussions, and the exploration of cutting-edge advancements across various domains such as #R&D, manufacturing, data management, #artificialintelligence, and innovative #financing. We extend a warm invitation for you to connect with the Biotech companies from #Bavaria featured in this year's #BioMdelegation. Join us as we embark on this journey, with the following #pioneers on board: 👉 FGK Clinical Research GmbH: A full service contract #research organisation (#CRO) offering a complete range of clinical development and consulting services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and #medicaldevice companies. 👉 Iris Biotech GmbH provides scientists in both industry and academia with innovative and rare #compounds, standard consumables and unusual building blocks i.e. required for the modification of #peptides. 👉 Cfm Oskar Tropitzsch GmbH assists the chemical, #pharmaceutical and biotechnological industry in sourcing and producing #chemical specialties – with the right documentation, the correct quantity from mg to mt and proper quality. 👉 Cortex Discovery’s in silico #drugdiscovery platform is based on its leading-edge #AI technology which can predict molecule properties in all therapeutic fields. Cortex’s comprehensive services cover the entire spectrum of preclinical #drugdevelopment, from #HitDiscovery to #LeadOptimization. 👉 Velvio GmbH develops new medicines to restore organ repair functions for treatment in #Neurodegeneration and Pulmonary Fibrosis, first in #Orphandiseases Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Idiopathic pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Furthermore, Velvio targets to enhance clinical responses of solid tumors to #Immune-#Oncology treatment concepts. We are looking forward to meeting you in #Basel! #swissbiotechday2024

🌟 Big Wins in Biotech! 🧬💼 Another week, another surge in biotech triumphs! 💰🚀 Leading the charge, three remarkable biotech startups dominated the top five funding rounds, showcasing the sector's undeniable potential. Here's the breakdown: 1️⃣ Alumis leads the pack with a groundbreaking $259M Series C round, developing oral therapies for immune-mediated diseases. 2️⃣ Sionna Therapeutics secures $182M in Series C funding, advancing treatments for cystic fibrosis with small molecule innovations. 3️⃣ Rakuten Medical raises $119M in Series E, advancing its Alluminox cell targeting therapies platform. These phenomenal successes highlight the growing investor confidence in biotech's capacity to drive impactful healthcare solutions. 🌍💉 Feel free to reach out by liking, sharing, commenting, or messaging if you're interested in learning more or know someone who might be. 💪 #biotechnology #artificialintelligence #machinelearning

In drug discovery, preclinical & clinical development, it's important to get the maximum information from your precious samples. Whether they're fresh, fixed or archived tissues, expensive model organisms, or critical patient biopsies. It's amazing to see the work being done using 10x Genomics single cell and spatial technologies in BioPharma to maximise information gained throughout devlopment, in order minimise late stage failures during clinical trials and increase drug success rates. #drugdevelopment #drugdiscovery #clinicaltrials

"After a difficult three years, biotech financing may slowly be returning to health" By Melanie Senior - Larger but Fewer Rounds, and #Investor Preference: #biotech funding is shifting towards larger, fewer rounds, with the average round being around $90 million compared to $56 million in 2019. Investors are leaning towards companies with experienced management teams, focusing on de-risked opportunities. - Late-Stage Focus: Investors are prioritizing late-stage programs, particularly those with in-licensed clinical assets, making it harder for early-stage companies to secure funding. - Hotspots: #ADCs and RLTs are attracting significant investment, while #CGT are struggling due to unresolved manufacturing and scalability issues. - Series A Shifts: Series A rounds of $100M+ are becoming common, often focused on #cancer, immunology, obesity (driven by GLP-1 agonists), and neurology. - #AI in Drug Discovery: There’s still strong investment in AI-driven drug discovery, with tech and biotech investors showing interest. AI has yet to prove its (#clinical) value and impact. - Global #Trends: The quality of Chinese biotech assets is improving, adding another layer of competition and opportunity in the global market. Regulatory / political pressure to continue.