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Life Science Resources
Welcome to the A2 BioSocial Life Sciences Resources page. Here, you’ll find a curated collection of valuable resources, tools, and information to support your journey in the dynamic field of life sciences. Whether you’re a scientist, entrepreneur, investor, or enthusiast, these resources are designed to empower and enrich your experience.
MichBio
MichBio has been a cornerstone in driving Michigan’s bio-industry growth for over 25 years. Serving as an advocate, resource hub, and networking platform, the organization supports a diverse range of sectors from pharmaceuticals and medical devices to bio-agriculture. Committed to delivering valuable resources, promoting industry achievements, and influencing policy, MichBio aims to advance both individual talents and organizational capabilities within the biosciences community.
New Enterprise Forum
The New Enterprise Forum serves as a catalyst for business innovation, providing entrepreneurs with the resources, insights, and expertise they need to transform their ideas into successful ventures. By fostering a supportive ecosystem of investors, mentors, and professionals, the organization aims to propel startup growth and economic development.
TechTown
TechTown Detroit is an urban innovation hub dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and local businesses. By offering a robust suite of resources including co-working spaces, mentorship programs, and business acceleration services, TechTown aims to stimulate economic growth and cultivate a vibrant, collaborative community.
Michigan SBDC
The Michigan SBDC is a comprehensive resource center committed to the growth and success of small businesses in Michigan. Offering a wide range of services from business consulting and training to market research, the organization serves as a critical support system for entrepreneurs and small businesses navigating the complexities of the business landscape.
MichBio has been a cornerstone in driving Michigan’s bio-industry growth for over 25 years. Serving as an advocate, resource hub, and networking platform, the organization supports a diverse range of sectors from pharmaceuticals and medical devices to bio-agriculture. Committed to delivering valuable resources, promoting industry achievements, and influencing policy, MichBio aims to advance both individual talents and organizational capabilities within the biosciences community.
New Enterprise Forum
The New Enterprise Forum serves as a catalyst for business innovation, providing entrepreneurs with the resources, insights, and expertise they need to transform their ideas into successful ventures. By fostering a supportive ecosystem of investors, mentors, and professionals, the organization aims to propel startup growth and economic development.
TechTown
TechTown Detroit is an urban innovation hub dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and local businesses. By offering a robust suite of resources including co-working spaces, mentorship programs, and business acceleration services, TechTown aims to stimulate economic growth and cultivate a vibrant, collaborative community.
Michigan SBDC
The Michigan SBDC is a comprehensive resource center committed to the growth and success of small businesses in Michigan. Offering a wide range of services from business consulting and training to market research, the organization serves as a critical support system for entrepreneurs and small businesses navigating the complexities of the business landscape.
MEDC
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the state’s official agency for driving sustainable economic growth. Specializing in business attraction, retention, and expansion, the organization offers a range of financial programs, resources, and services to help businesses and communities thrive in Michigan.
Michigan Capital Network
Michigan Capital Network serves as a vital conduit connecting investors with promising startups and growth-stage companies in Michigan. Through a variety of events, educational offerings, and networking opportunities, the organization aims to facilitate investment and stimulate economic growth in the region.
IDVentures
ID Ventures is an influential force in powering Michigan’s startup scene, specializing in scaling early-stage ventures into successful contributors to the state’s economy. As a venture capital program under Invest Detroit, they offer not just funding but a broad spectrum of support, from expert advice to ecosystem connections aimed at facilitating follow-on funding and team growth. With a decade-long history and over 200 investments, ID Ventures is Michigan’s leading source for early-stage capital, committed to diversifying the entrepreneurial landscape and fueling equitable economic growth.
Michigan Rise
Michigan Rise, a subsidiary of the Michigan State University Research Foundation, specializes in investing in Michigan-based tech startups to advance the commercialization of innovative technologies. With a focus on sectors ranging from advanced automotive and mobility to life sciences and alternative energy, the organization provides not just capital but also comprehensive support in the form of coaching, grant assistance, and more. Backed by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the MSU Research Foundation, Michigan Rise aims to propel economic development in the state while fostering cutting-edge innovation.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the state’s official agency for driving sustainable economic growth. Specializing in business attraction, retention, and expansion, the organization offers a range of financial programs, resources, and services to help businesses and communities thrive in Michigan.
Michigan Capital Network
Michigan Capital Network serves as a vital conduit connecting investors with promising startups and growth-stage companies in Michigan. Through a variety of events, educational offerings, and networking opportunities, the organization aims to facilitate investment and stimulate economic growth in the region.
IDVentures
ID Ventures is an influential force in powering Michigan’s startup scene, specializing in scaling early-stage ventures into successful contributors to the state’s economy. As a venture capital program under Invest Detroit, they offer not just funding but a broad spectrum of support, from expert advice to ecosystem connections aimed at facilitating follow-on funding and team growth. With a decade-long history and over 200 investments, ID Ventures is Michigan’s leading source for early-stage capital, committed to diversifying the entrepreneurial landscape and fueling equitable economic growth.
Michigan Rise
Michigan Rise, a subsidiary of the Michigan State University Research Foundation, specializes in investing in Michigan-based tech startups to advance the commercialization of innovative technologies. With a focus on sectors ranging from advanced automotive and mobility to life sciences and alternative energy, the organization provides not just capital but also comprehensive support in the form of coaching, grant assistance, and more. Backed by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the MSU Research Foundation, Michigan Rise aims to propel economic development in the state while fostering cutting-edge innovation.
in2being
Navigating the complex terrain of medical device development is simplified with in2being at your side. Specializing in development, intellectual property, and regulatory clearance, this experienced team has been supporting inventors, startups, and established companies since 2010. Whether you need comprehensive guidance or targeted assistance for a critical milestone, in2being offers proven expertise to ensure your product not only meets its design requirements but also clears regulatory hurdles.
DWN Consulting
DWN Consulting, founded by Dr. Duane W. Newton, offers specialized coaching and consulting services for professionals and students in clinical and scientific fields. As a career and personal development coach, Dr. Newton guides individuals in identifying and pursuing their optimal career paths. He employs a practical, empathetic, and intuitive approach to help you navigate your professional journey. In his role as a consultant for diagnostic manufacturers, Dr. Newton leverages over 20 years of experience in clinical and industry settings to offer strategic guidance for product development in the clinical laboratory space. His unique blend of experience, effective communication, and recognized professional integrity makes him a trusted partner in achieving your career or organizational goals.
EntreMentor
Specializing in the commercialization of medical devices, this organization offers comprehensive consultation and contracted services to help start-ups navigate from research to market. With expertise in quality management, product development, and operational excellence, the team provides a tailored approach to each venture, balancing regulatory compliance with entrepreneurial agility.
TSRL, Inc.
TSRL is a pharmaceutical development accelerator based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, developing a portfolio of innovative therapeutics across a variety of disease areas. With a team of pharmaceutical experts, many of whom worked at Pfizer, TSRL focuses on the clinical translation of early-stage drug product concepts. The company partners with, mostly academic, inventors to advance their technologies from discovery through early clinical development. TSRL secures non-dilutive funding and spearheads efforts to identify strategic partnerships for late-stage clinical development and product launch.
Incubiotech
Life Science Consultants
Navigating the complex terrain of medical device development is simplified with in2being at your side. Specializing in development, intellectual property, and regulatory clearance, this experienced team has been supporting inventors, startups, and established companies since 2010. Whether you need comprehensive guidance or targeted assistance for a critical milestone, in2being offers proven expertise to ensure your product not only meets its design requirements but also clears regulatory hurdles.
DWN Consulting
DWN Consulting, founded by Dr. Duane W. Newton, offers specialized coaching and consulting services for professionals and students in clinical and scientific fields. As a career and personal development coach, Dr. Newton guides individuals in identifying and pursuing their optimal career paths. He employs a practical, empathetic, and intuitive approach to help you navigate your professional journey. In his role as a consultant for diagnostic manufacturers, Dr. Newton leverages over 20 years of experience in clinical and industry settings to offer strategic guidance for product development in the clinical laboratory space. His unique blend of experience, effective communication, and recognized professional integrity makes him a trusted partner in achieving your career or organizational goals.
EntreMentor
Specializing in the commercialization of medical devices, this organization offers comprehensive consultation and contracted services to help start-ups navigate from research to market. With expertise in quality management, product development, and operational excellence, the team provides a tailored approach to each venture, balancing regulatory compliance with entrepreneurial agility.
TSRL, Inc.
TSRL is a pharmaceutical development accelerator based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, developing a portfolio of innovative therapeutics across a variety of disease areas. With a team of pharmaceutical experts, many of whom worked at Pfizer, TSRL focuses on the clinical translation of early-stage drug product concepts. The company partners with, mostly academic, inventors to advance their technologies from discovery through early clinical development. TSRL secures non-dilutive funding and spearheads efforts to identify strategic partnerships for late-stage clinical development and product launch.
Incubiotech
Life Science Consultants
MI-HQ
MI-HQ is an entrepreneurial hub located in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, Michigan, offering over 290,000 square feet of customizable workspace to foster business growth. Catering to professionals from various sectors like life sciences, medical devices, and robotics, MI-HQ provides a collaborative environment for startups and established companies alike. Beyond just offering functional, affordable space, MI-HQ enriches its community with mentorship programs, networking events, and a program called MI-HQ Enterprise, specifically designed to support startups at every stage of their journey.
MLSIC
The Michigan Life Science and Innovation Center (MLSIC) serves as southeastern Michigan’s leading hub for life science and high-tech startups. With a mission to diversify and grow the Michigan economy, MLSIC offers a 67,000+ square foot state-of-the-art facility equipped with wet labs, offices, and a Phase 1 Clinical Trials facility. The center provides a rich environment for networking, mentoring, and expertise sharing, aimed at helping innovative startups thrive. Eligible businesses include those focused on healthcare, life sciences, biotechnology, and related fields, with an emphasis on commercialization and defensible intellectual value.
The Hatchery
Hawk Hatchery is a city-supported incubator specializing in the Life Sciences sector. Aimed at fostering local entrepreneurial talent, the organization vets potential startups, negotiates contracts, and helps businesses with their specific operational needs. In addition to providing day-to-day management and oversight, Hawk Hatchery is committed to the success of its clients, guiding them through challenges in operations, finance, marketing, and legal compliance.
Michigan Research Institute
MI-HQ is an entrepreneurial hub located in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, Michigan, offering over 290,000 square feet of customizable workspace to foster business growth. Catering to professionals from various sectors like life sciences, medical devices, and robotics, MI-HQ provides a collaborative environment for startups and established companies alike. Beyond just offering functional, affordable space, MI-HQ enriches its community with mentorship programs, networking events, and a program called MI-HQ Enterprise, specifically designed to support startups at every stage of their journey.
MLSIC
The Michigan Life Science and Innovation Center (MLSIC) serves as southeastern Michigan’s leading hub for life science and high-tech startups. With a mission to diversify and grow the Michigan economy, MLSIC offers a 67,000+ square foot state-of-the-art facility equipped with wet labs, offices, and a Phase 1 Clinical Trials facility. The center provides a rich environment for networking, mentoring, and expertise sharing, aimed at helping innovative startups thrive. Eligible businesses include those focused on healthcare, life sciences, biotechnology, and related fields, with an emphasis on commercialization and defensible intellectual value.
The Hatchery
Hawk Hatchery is a city-supported incubator specializing in the Life Sciences sector. Aimed at fostering local entrepreneurial talent, the organization vets potential startups, negotiates contracts, and helps businesses with their specific operational needs. In addition to providing day-to-day management and oversight, Hawk Hatchery is committed to the success of its clients, guiding them through challenges in operations, finance, marketing, and legal compliance.
Michigan Research Institute
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