Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) is a quasi-public agency established to implement the Massachusetts Life Sciences Act, a $1 billion initiative aimed at fostering growth in the life sciences sector. Located in Waltham, Massachusetts, MLSC is dedicated to creating jobs and enhancing scientific research to improve health outcomes. The Center focuses on financial investments in both public and private institutions that advance research, development, and commercialization in various fields, including biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health. By promoting innovation and facilitating collaboration within the Massachusetts life sciences community, MLSC plays a crucial role in supporting early-stage companies and driving advancements in therapeutics and infrastructure.

Jennifer Griffin

VP of Industry Strategy and Investments

Carla Reimold

Director of Industry Strategy and Investments

Joseph P. Sullivan

Director of Public Affairs and Communications

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VP of Finance

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The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is owned and managed by its members. With more than 30,000 members around the world, NSBE is one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States. NSBE’s mission is "to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community." The organization is dedicated to the academic and professional success of African-American engineering students and professionals. NSBE offers its members leadership training, professional development activities, mentoring opportunities, career placement services and more. NSBE comprises 394 active chapters — 242 collegiate, 70 professional and 82 pre-collegiate — located in six geographic regions. NSBE is governed by an executive board of college students and engineering professionals and is operated by a professional staff at its World Headquarters, located in Alexandria, Va.

Kephera Diagnostics

Grant in 2021
Kephera Diagnostics is a startup that aims to address the public health challenges of global infectious diseases with the point of care assay technology.
Brigham and Women's Hospital is the largest hospital of the Longwood Medical and academic area in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. It is Harvard Medical School's second largest teaching affiliate with 793 beds. With Massachusetts General Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Partners HealthCare, the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. It is specialized in providing patient care, biomedical research, and education and training programs for physicians, scientists, and health care professionals. In addition, BWH is committed to health equity and reducing disparities locally and through its numerous global health programs. BWH is recognized for its expertise in heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedic, and arthritis treatment, neurologic and neurosurgical care, women's health, and virtually every other area of adult medicine. BWH is the second largest NIH-funded hospital in the country, and has been home to pioneering studies and many firsts, including organ transplantation and mitral valve surgery. Along with its modern inpatient facilities in the heart of Boston's Longwood Medical Area, BWH provides seamless care across an extensive network of outpatient services and clinics, neighborhood primary care health centers, and state-of-the art diagnostic and treatment centers operating in 120 countries around the world.
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is a prominent academic medical center located in Boston, Massachusetts, and serves as a major teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School. It offers a wide range of adult healthcare services, including specialized care in oncology, cardiology, gastrointestinal disorders, and spine health. The center is also known for its transplant services and comprehensive nursing care. In addition to patient care, Beth Israel Deaconess is deeply involved in biomedical research, focusing on areas such as vascular and transplantation studies, cancer signal transduction, and molecular imaging. The institution supports medical education through training programs for students, interns, and residents, fostering a new generation of healthcare professionals. With nearly three-quarters of a million patient visits annually, it is a key player in Boston's medical landscape and has a longstanding commitment to community service and research excellence.

Virex Health

Grant in 2021
Manufactuer of a rapid testing diagnostic kit intended for advanced diagnostics. The company develops rapid point-of-care diagnostic kits that utilize a glucometer and novel glucometer-based test strip that provide affordable and highly scalable advanced diagnostic services for COVID-19 tests, early cancer detection and more, enabling widespread testing in all settings of daily life.

Heritage Hemp

Grant in 2020
Heritage Hemp manufactures consumer products that utilize ethanol, which has made an easy transition to hand sanitizer.

Precision Sportswear

Grant in 2020
Precision Sportswear employees produce medical items for manufacturers including CareAline Products, AliMed, DM Medical Sommerfly, US Bedding, and American Players.

99degrees Custom

Grant in 2020
99C manufactures build-to-order apparel for the growing me-commerce market and serves as an economic mobility bridge for the local workforce in Lawrence and Lowell. It provides quick-turn performance activewear production, advanced concept incubation, and wearable technology integration for global and emerging brands.

New Balance

Grant in 2020
New Balance, their job is to aid athletes in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means helping professional athletes set records and win medals, or propelling everyday athletes to achieve a new PR, run their first 5K or just to live a more healthy and active lifestyle. Their products are the perfect blend of function and fashion, giving you the performance technology you need and the style you want. Their associates around the world bring these goals to life with their high-level skills and creativity. While they offer the best product on the market, they’re also equally committed to giving back. So while they look to succeed, they believe in ensuring others have the same opportunity.

Avila Textiles

Grant in 2020
Avila Textiles has produced quality narrow woven fabrics. Their equipment and trained personnel enable Avila to produce over 3,000 different webbing constructions, meeting the specifications of the U.S. government and foreign customers.

Gloucester Bio

Grant in 2020
Gloucester Bio manufactures and supplies yeast to ethanol distilleries. With their familiarity in handling and manufacturing ethanol, they are pivoting to the production of hand sanitizer.
High Purity Natural Products, LLC, established in 2017 and headquartered in Southbridge, Massachusetts, specializes in contract manufacturing and white label hemp products, particularly focusing on CBD offerings. The company provides a diverse range of CBD products, including tinctures, skin care items, cosmetics, edibles, and vapes. In addition to its hemp product line, High Purity Natural Products also manufactures and fills hand sanitizer in various container sizes for bulk distribution.

Transcom Scopes

Grant in 2020
Transcom Scopes makes complex machined parts small pieces for medical device OEM clients.

Web Industries

Grant in 2020
Web Industries is one of the most diverse providers of precision converting and outsource manufacturing. It help customers in the Aerospace, Medical, Personal & Home Care, and Industrial markets bridge their capability gaps and accelerate their go-to-market success by leveraging close, trust-based relationships to develop ingenious solutions precisely tailored to their needs.

CareAline

Grant in 2020
CareAline creates functional, line management garments for patients with implanted intravenous lines.
Industrial Polymers and Chemicals supplying fiberglass reinforcement to the abrasives industry, body armor components for first responders, DIY repair kits, and now PPE to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
Versatope Therapeutics is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in immunotherapy. The company has developed a unique bacterial factory nanoparticle technology that allows for the display of multiple epitopes, addressing the challenges of strain-specific immunity. This innovative approach aims to enhance vaccine potency and improve therapeutic delivery. By enabling the creation of a single vaccine capable of protecting against multiple strains of influenza, Versatope seeks to provide solutions that can significantly advance vaccine development for biotechnology companies.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), founded in 1865, is a non-profit educational institution located in the United States. It provides a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including fields such as computer science, chemical engineering, psychology, and business administration. WPI is known for its distinguished faculty, advanced research facilities, and an active community that fosters collaboration and innovation. The institute emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning, encouraging students to engage in real-world problem-solving and make meaningful contributions to society.
New Equilibrium Biosciences provides a platform that reveals opportunities for structure-based design by learning biophysics with AI.

Salem Public Schools

Grant in 2020
Salem Public Schools is a diverse and welcoming community that promotes the academic, social, physical development of each student through the equitable delivery of challenging, relevant, and joyful learning experiences.
UMMS was founded in 1962 to provide affordable, high-quality medical education to state residents and to increase the number of primary care physicians practicing in underserved areas of the state. Consistently ranked by U.S.News & World Report as one of the leading medical schools in the nation for primary care education.

Broad Institute

Grant in 2019
Broad Institute brings together a diverse group of individuals from across its partner institutions — undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, professional scientists, administrative professionals, and academic faculty.
Northeastern University, established in 1898 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, is a non-profit institution that offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across nine colleges and schools. The university emphasizes experiential learning, integrating rigorous academic coursework with practical experience through its Cooperative Education Program. This unique approach allows students, particularly in the legal field at the Northeastern University School of Law, to alternate between traditional studies and full-time work placements in legal settings, enhancing their skills and professional networks. Northeastern's mission is to equip students with the knowledge, ethical values, and practical skills needed to serve clients and the public effectively. The university also maintains graduate campuses in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Seattle, further expanding its educational reach.
Boston Children's Hospital provides pediatric health care services. The hospital provides surgical, radiological examination, and clinical and cancer research services. Additionally, it offers diabetes, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology, neonatology, orthopedics, and pulmonology healthcare services. The hospital also provides community service programs and postdoctoral training services. Boston Children's Hospital was founded in 1869 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Boston Children's Hospital operates as a subsidiary of Children's Medical Center Corporation.
Brigham and Women's Hospital is the largest hospital of the Longwood Medical and academic area in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. It is Harvard Medical School's second largest teaching affiliate with 793 beds. With Massachusetts General Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Partners HealthCare, the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. It is specialized in providing patient care, biomedical research, and education and training programs for physicians, scientists, and health care professionals. In addition, BWH is committed to health equity and reducing disparities locally and through its numerous global health programs. BWH is recognized for its expertise in heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedic, and arthritis treatment, neurologic and neurosurgical care, women's health, and virtually every other area of adult medicine. BWH is the second largest NIH-funded hospital in the country, and has been home to pioneering studies and many firsts, including organ transplantation and mitral valve surgery. Along with its modern inpatient facilities in the heart of Boston's Longwood Medical Area, BWH provides seamless care across an extensive network of outpatient services and clinics, neighborhood primary care health centers, and state-of-the art diagnostic and treatment centers operating in 120 countries around the world.
Harvard Medical School, established in 1782, is dedicated to improving human health through education, research, and clinical care. With a mission to foster a diverse community, the school has produced thousands of leaders in medicine and science who influence healthcare worldwide. Faculty members have been at the forefront of medical innovation, achieving significant milestones such as introducing the smallpox vaccine to the United States. The school has been recognized globally, with fifteen researchers awarded Nobel prizes for their work while at Harvard. Comprising over 11,000 individuals, the Faculty of Medicine engages in cutting-edge research and education in various settings, including its main quadrangle in Boston, which houses 146 tenured faculty members. Harvard Medical School collaborates with 16 prestigious hospitals and research institutes, providing essential clinical training and care. This extensive network and commitment to addressing emerging healthcare needs position Harvard Medical School as a leader in shaping the future of medicine and science for local, national, and global communities.

Mytide Therapeutics

Grant in 2019
Mytide is committed to providing peptides to serve a diverse array of applications. During their beta phase, they intend to work closely with partners to overcome challenges in synthesizing and purifying particular classes of peptides of interest, identify useful peptide modifications, and design and construct peptide libraries. We provide initial partners access to their cloud platform for immediate ordering, properties calculator, order tracking, and interactive data display with guaranteed purities of >90%, 3 mg quantities, and 5-day turnaround of peptides up to length 40 AA.

Lumme Inc.

Grant in 2019
Lumme Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an addiction treatment platform that integrates wearable technology, machine learning, and behavioral psychology. Founded in 2014 and based in Amherst, Massachusetts, the platform is designed to function as a personal therapist, providing timely assistance to users. By utilizing sensors on smartphones and smartwatches, Lumme's technology detects, predicts, and prevents behaviors that negatively impact health, specifically targeting addictions to smoking, alcohol, and unhealthy diets. The company's innovative passive gesture recognition technology alleviates the challenges associated with self-monitoring, making it easier for users to manage their behaviors. Lumme Inc. markets its platform to health insurance companies and corporations, aiming to enhance wellness and support addiction recovery.

XGenomes LLC

Grant in 2019
XGenomes LLC develops technology to read DNA sequence information. The company's technology works by unzipping strands of DNA and sequencing them concurrently. Its DNA sequencing technology serves clinical research and development, industrial biotechnology, and ancestry industry. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Flaskworks

Grant in 2019
Flaskworks is improves the manufacture of immuno-therapeutics and dendritic cell-based vaccines.

PhAST Corp

Grant in 2019
PhAST Corp develops a diagnostic technology platform that offers actionable information on pathogens. The company uses single-cell imaging and provides rapid diagnostic results based on proprietary computer vision algorithms that quantifies changes in pathogen phenotypes upon antibiotic exposure. Its platform also offers pathogen detection, species identification, and antibiotic susceptibility testing. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Reveal Pharmaceuticals focuses on developing gadolinium-free MRI contrast agents, aiming to provide safer alternatives to current gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs). The company’s innovative pipeline includes precision imaging agents that enhance the effectiveness of targeted therapeutics and personalized medicine, particularly in conditions such as pulmonary embolism and cancer. By utilizing its patented gadolinium-free RVP platform in conjunction with targeted molecular probes, Reveal Pharmaceuticals enables healthcare professionals to perform safer diagnostic scans without the necessity for biopsies, thereby improving patient safety during crucial medical imaging procedures.

Gel4Med

Grant in 2019
Gel4Med LLC is a Boston-based medical technology company founded in 2015, specializing in the development of innovative biomaterials for tissue treatment and regeneration. The company focuses on creating an antimicrobial tissue-scaffolding matrix designed to eliminate antibiotic-resistant bacteria while promoting tissue regeneration. Its platform employs bioinspired engineering approaches to address healthcare challenges, particularly in wound care and tissue regeneration. The core technology features self-assembling peptides that function as an antibacterial barrier and enhance healing, enabling patients to prevent infections during surgical procedures. Through its advancements in regenerative medicine, Gel4Med aims to improve patient outcomes significantly.

UrSure

Grant in 2019
UrSure, Inc. is a Boston-based company that develops and commercializes diagnostic urine tests designed to measure adherence to HIV medications, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Founded in 2015, UrSure focuses on creating patient-friendly diagnostic tests aimed at improving medication adherence. The company offers both urine and blood test kits specifically for assessing adherence to HIV treatment regimens. Through its innovative diagnostic solutions, UrSure addresses a critical need in managing HIV care and prevention.

Prapela

Grant in 2019
Prapela is a health and wellness company.SVS than any other infant health and wellness company in the world. It's the result of ten years of effort in the science, product development and clinical evaluation of SVS at Harvard’s Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, the University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital.
Quisigamond Community College, located in Worcester, MA, serves over 13,000 students and offers more than 70 associate degree and certificate programs. In addition to the traditional student academic program, Quisigamond offers online classes specifically geared toward working students or professionals who want to enhance their skills or build new ones. Those classes include Business Administration, Fire Science, Criminal Justice, Computer Science and Hospitality Management. Certificates are available in business administration/insurance or medical office options, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Early Childhood Education, and Law Enforcement. Various healthcare certificates are also offered including Surgery Technology, basic Paramedic and Dental Assisting. Associate Degrees are offered in Deaf Studies, Biomedical Engineering, Electromechanical Technology, Telecommunications Technology and Energy Utility. Quisigamond has developed outstanding relationships with potential employers in the central Massachusetts area including Intel, Verizon, Kennedy Diecasting, UPS and Ken-Weld and sponsors regular collaborations for workforce training. The Children’s School is available for enrolled students and members of the community with children between the ages of 2 to 5 years and also operates as a training center for Early Childhood Education students . The Division of Continuing Education hosts non-credit courses, workshops and seminars that are widely attended by the community and students.

PhagePro

Grant in 2019
PhagePro is an early-stage biotechnology therapeutics company that develops bacteriophage-based products to help the world's most vulnerable communities.

LivOnyx

Grant in 2019
LivOnyx is focused on developing an automated rapid hand disinfection system aimed at reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in both healthcare and public settings. The company's innovative technology effectively inactivates resistant bacteria, such as MRSA and VRE, which are significant contributors to the spread of infections. With a notable statistic indicating that 1 in 25 patients in the United States contract an HAI, resulting in approximately 75,000 deaths annually, LivOnyx's system addresses a critical need for improved hand hygiene. By providing a rapid and effective solution for hand disinfection, the company seeks to minimize the transfer of pathogens from healthcare workers to patients, ultimately aiming to save lives and alleviate the burdens associated with HAIs in the healthcare system.

Lucy Therapeutics

Grant in 2019
Lucy Therapeutics is a biotech company providing effective treatments for neurological diseases start with the mitochondria. They offering a differentiated and novel approach to drug discovery by drugging targets associated with early disease pathogenesis. Their innovative approach can also be expanded to provide new options for treating similar neurologically focused diseases including Parkinson's Disease (PD) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD). Lucy Therapeutics' unique approach recognizes that improvement of mitochondrial function early in disease will lead to disease modification as opposed to late-stage symptomatic treatments being pursued by many others. It proposes to focus on the orphan disease Rett Syndrome for a proof of concept. The Rett Syndrome (RTT) is a devastating pediatric disease, with no currently available drug treatments. Lucy Therapeutics was founded in 2017 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
MBI is a private, independent economic development organization that serves as a catalyst for life science and healthcare innovation. They help start biomedical companies and create jobs within the Biotechnology, Medical Device, Informatics, and Biomanufacturing industry by providing secure, clean bench and sink surface, staff trained and fully licensed laboratory space for usage by “seed stage” companies. Building and maintaining collaborative affiliations and partnerships are essential to their success.

Baystate Health

Grant in 2019
Full Investment Portfolio: Money market: 0.98% Mutual funds: Equity index funds: 9.65% Fixed-income securities—US government securities: 40.57% Domestic equity securities: 12.23% Plan assets—at contract value: 1.87% Commingled international equity funds: 11.33% Commingled emerging markets funds: 5.17% Commingled master limited partnerships: 1.81% Commingled hedge funds: 3.22% Hedge fund of funds: 4.76% Private market funds: 8.42% Baystate Health is a not-for-profit integrated health system based in Massachusetts that serves the people of western New England.
MassBay Community College is a place that changes lives. Dedicated to student learning and achievement, They offer associate degrees and certificate programs that provide students with top-notch education to prepare them for transfer to accredited bachelor's degree programs or direct entry into high-demand career fields. At MassBay, Their students have opportunities to enrich their college experience through leadership and participation in activities, student services, field work with local businesses, civic organizations, and schools.Fwe
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), founded in 1865, is a non-profit educational institution located in the United States. It provides a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including fields such as computer science, chemical engineering, psychology, and business administration. WPI is known for its distinguished faculty, advanced research facilities, and an active community that fosters collaboration and innovation. The institute emphasizes a hands-on approach to learning, encouraging students to engage in real-world problem-solving and make meaningful contributions to society.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a research university that conducts research and offers educational courses in science, technology, and engineering. Its five schools and one college encompass numerous academic departments, divisions, and degree-granting programs as well as interdisciplinary centers, laboratories, and programs. Degrees earned at MIT include bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorates. Students from MIT are regularly named Fulbright Fellows, Marshall Scholars, Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholars, and Gates Scholars. The faculty of MIT has won numerous awards, including the Nobel Prize, Medal of Science, John Bates Clark Medal, Fields Medal, PECASE awards, MacArthur ’genius’ grants, and more. Many faculty members are of the AAAS, IEEE, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and other prestigious societies. Massachusetts Institute of Technology was incorporated by the [Commonwealth of Massachusetts](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/commonwealth-of-massachusetts) on April 10, 1861, and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
University of Massachusetts Lowell is a high-ranking university, with several nationally recognized academic departments. Located about 30 minutes from Boston in Lowell, Massachusetts, UMass Lowell offers more than 100 degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. UMass Lowell has several nationally recognized, research-oriented programs, including science and engineering. These programs undertake groundbreaking research and also provide exceptional work opportunities for its students and graduates. Other programs at UMass Lowell include liberal and fine arts, humanities, health-related programs, teacher education and social sciences. UMass Lowell also offers a range of internship opportunities for students who wish to gain experience in their field of study. Student life options at UMass Lowell include more than 100 diverse student organizations, leadership programs and community service opportunities. Lowell’s admissions policies are moderately competitive. Financial aid is available to eligible students through loans, academic scholarships and other sources to help cover tuition.
Boston University School of Medicine is one of the graduate schools of Boston University. It holds the unique distinction as the first institution in the world to formally educate female physicians. Boston University School of Medicine offers MA, MS, and PhD degrees through its Division of Graduate Medical Sciences (GMS). GMS offers MA degrees in bioimaging, clinical investigation, medical sciences, mental health counseling, and behavioral medicine. MS degrees are available in biomedical forensics, forensic anthropology, and genetic counseling. GMS also grants MD and PhD degrees in areas such as anatomy and neurobiology, biomedical neuroscience, genetics and genomics, microbiology, pathology and laboratory medicine, behavioral neuroscience, biophysics, immunology, molecular medicine, pharmacology, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, medical nutrition sciences, oral biology, and physiology. Originally known as the New England Female Medical College, the university was subsequently renamed Boston University School of Medicine in 1873. It is notably also the first medical school in the United States to award an M.D. degree to an African-American woman in 1864. As the only medical school located in the South End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center, its primary teaching hospital, operates the largest 24-hour Level I trauma center in New England, the largest network of regional community health centers, and possesses the most diverse patient base in New England. Boston University School of Medicine is also the home of the world-renowned Framingham Heart Study, from which all knowledge of cardiovascular disease risk factors were originally discovered. Notable alumni of the medical school include Marcia Angell, former editor-in-chief of the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine and the only woman to hold the position in the journal's almost 200 year history, as well as Louis Wade Sullivan, former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and founder of Morehouse School of Medicine. Boston University School of Medicine is ranked 30th on the 2014 list of Best Medical Schools by the U.S. News and World Report. Boston University School of Medicine was founded in 1848 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
Brigham and Women's Hospital is the largest hospital of the Longwood Medical and academic area in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. It is Harvard Medical School's second largest teaching affiliate with 793 beds. With Massachusetts General Hospital, it is one of the two founding members of Partners HealthCare, the largest healthcare provider in Massachusetts. It is specialized in providing patient care, biomedical research, and education and training programs for physicians, scientists, and health care professionals. In addition, BWH is committed to health equity and reducing disparities locally and through its numerous global health programs. BWH is recognized for its expertise in heart and vascular care, cancer care, orthopedic, and arthritis treatment, neurologic and neurosurgical care, women's health, and virtually every other area of adult medicine. BWH is the second largest NIH-funded hospital in the country, and has been home to pioneering studies and many firsts, including organ transplantation and mitral valve surgery. Along with its modern inpatient facilities in the heart of Boston's Longwood Medical Area, BWH provides seamless care across an extensive network of outpatient services and clinics, neighborhood primary care health centers, and state-of-the art diagnostic and treatment centers operating in 120 countries around the world.
Massachusetts General Hospital, established in 1811, is an independent non-profit private foundation located in Boston, Massachusetts. It was founded with the mission to provide care to the sick, regardless of their socioeconomic status. As the first teaching hospital for Harvard University’s medical school, it has consistently redefined excellence in healthcare through a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and education. The hospital prioritizes the well-being of its patients, striving to deliver safe and compassionate care while advancing medical research and education. With a focus on serving diverse communities, Massachusetts General Hospital emphasizes the importance of inclusion and equity in its practices, ensuring that it meets the needs of all individuals it serves.
As a non-profit, public/private partnership, North Shore Ventures want to ensure the best use of invested public and private resources through careful screening and selection of only the highest-potential candidate companies. All InnoVenture Center companies will have access to extensive support systems focused entirely on turning breakthrough technologies into thriving businesses. That support comes in the form of first-rate facilities, but also in access to experienced business leaders, investors, professional and technical experts, including our Board of Directors and Advisory Board. The thriving businesses that graduate from the North Shore InnoVentures accelerators will help advance the vision of vibrant technology clusters leading the future of the region's economic growth.
Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute addresses critical challenges facing oceans, human health, and the environment through innovative scientific research and education.

Quincy College

Grant in 2019
If you’re looking for a leg up on a four-year degree or you want a two-year certificate or associate’s degree, Quincy College in Quincy, Massachusetts is the place to be. The school maintains a transfer agreement with Cambridge College for those who want to go on to earn a bachelor’s degree and more. In addition to the traditional academic programs, there are also community and workforce development courses available to study. There are plenty of academic programs to choose from including subjects such as Allied Health, Business Management, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Fine Arts, Healthcare Administration, Natural Science, Nursing, and Paralegal Studies. The financial aid office has counselors who are prepared to help any and all students find the right aid programs to apply for, which could help cover tuition with loans, scholarships, grants, work-study programs, or veteran’s benefits if you qualify. The Quincy College learning center is available for students who need help in their classes. There are workshops for improving student study skills, as well as free peer and professional tutoring. Other resources for students include academic advising, a bookstore, and a library. Student life on campus is filled with plenty of student activities and organizations, which are the perfect opportunity for socialization. For more information, contact Quincy College today.
Northeastern University, established in 1898 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, is a non-profit institution that offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across nine colleges and schools. The university emphasizes experiential learning, integrating rigorous academic coursework with practical experience through its Cooperative Education Program. This unique approach allows students, particularly in the legal field at the Northeastern University School of Law, to alternate between traditional studies and full-time work placements in legal settings, enhancing their skills and professional networks. Northeastern's mission is to equip students with the knowledge, ethical values, and practical skills needed to serve clients and the public effectively. The university also maintains graduate campuses in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Seattle, further expanding its educational reach.
Boston Children's Hospital provides pediatric health care services. The hospital provides surgical, radiological examination, and clinical and cancer research services. Additionally, it offers diabetes, endocrinology, gastroenterology, urology, neonatology, orthopedics, and pulmonology healthcare services. The hospital also provides community service programs and postdoctoral training services. Boston Children's Hospital was founded in 1869 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Boston Children's Hospital operates as a subsidiary of Children's Medical Center Corporation.

Year Up

Grant in 2018
Year Up's mission is to close the Opportunity Divide by providing urban young adults with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education.

The Possible Project

Grant in 2018
The Possible Project is a youth entrepreneurship center that teaches high school students to start and run their own businesses. They are a multi-year afterschool program that offers students the opportunity to gain crucial skills that will open up a world of possibilities. Students learn resilience, professionalism, self-confidence, leadership, teamwork, and a whole host of other abilities that will propel them on a pathway to success.

Cam Med

Grant in 2017
Cam Med LLC develop patient-friendly, precise and actively-controllable drug delivery devices by applying microfluidics. The company’s product include Evopump a bandage-like patch pump for subcutaneous delivery of one or more medications. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in West Newton, Massachusetts.

Artaic

Grant in 2017
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications including bathrooms, backsplashes, flooring, hotels, kitchens, lobbies, outdoor spaces, pools, and restaurants. In addition to its design services, Artaic provides installation services to clients. The company employs advanced technology, utilizing computer-aided design software, a cloud-based logistics system, and an innovative robotic mosaic assembly system to ensure precision and efficiency in its projects. Artaic has garnered support through investments from angel investors and corporate offices, as well as significant non-dilutive grant funding from various organizations.

Insightfil

Grant in 2017
Insightfil is dedicated to positively impacting patient outcomes by reducing medication errors, improving medication adherence (from norm of 40% to NIH goal of 75%), optimizing health professional time, and eliminating wasted drugs and packaging. They are delivering to the market with a unique “Personalized Wellness Portfolio” (PWP) that dispenses custom medication regimens. It is the first of its kind to connect the patient, clinic, and pill manufacturer in the administration of therapy.

Snapdragon Chemistry

Grant in 2017
Snapdragon Chemistry, Inc. engages in developing continuous flow chemistry solutions for the discovery and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients, intermediates, and materials. It offers process development, reactor design and build, portfolio optimization, and GMP manufacturing services. The company develops processes to solve chemistry problems of pharmaceutical, chemical, animal care, and material science companies. Snapdragon Chemistry, Inc. was formerly known as Firefly Chemistry, Inc. and changed its name to Snapdragon Chemistry, Inc. in April 2015. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Aldatu Biosciences

Grant in 2017
Aldatu Biosciences Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing diagnostic tools to address drug resistance in antiretroviral treatments for HIV. Utilizing its proprietary PANDAA platform, which stands for pan degenerate amplification and adaptation, the company provides advanced genotyping solutions that help healthcare providers tailor HIV treatments to individual patients. This approach aims to enhance patient outcomes while also reducing the overall costs associated with HIV care. Founded in 2014, Aldatu is focused on tackling diagnostic challenges in global health, particularly in infectious diseases, and is dedicated to improving the quality of patient care and healthcare efficiency.

Platelet BioGenesis

Grant in 2017
Platelet BioGenesis is a biotechnology company focused on producing donor-independent human platelets from pluripotent stem cells for clinical use. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company has developed a microfluidic bioreactor that enables the generation of functional platelets at commercial scale from human stem cell cultures. Platelet BioGenesis distributes these bioreactor-produced platelets to hospitals and blood banks, aiming to provide a reliable source of platelets for patients worldwide. By specializing in the fields of platelets and drug discovery, the company is addressing critical needs in the medical community related to blood supply and treatment options.

Lariat Biosciences

Grant in 2017
Lariat Biosciences, Inc. is an employee-owned biotechnology start-up, situated at the North Shore Innoventures incubator in Beverly, MA.

Aldatu Biosciences

Grant in 2017
Aldatu Biosciences Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing diagnostic tools to address drug resistance in antiretroviral treatments for HIV. Utilizing its proprietary PANDAA platform, which stands for pan degenerate amplification and adaptation, the company provides advanced genotyping solutions that help healthcare providers tailor HIV treatments to individual patients. This approach aims to enhance patient outcomes while also reducing the overall costs associated with HIV care. Founded in 2014, Aldatu is focused on tackling diagnostic challenges in global health, particularly in infectious diseases, and is dedicated to improving the quality of patient care and healthcare efficiency.

Micro-Leads

Grant in 2017
Micro-Leads Medical is a medical technology company focused on creating innovative therapies within the neuromodulation and bioelectronic medicine sectors. The company has developed a wireless implantable neuromodulation device that delivers arbitrary bi-phasic pulses and kilohertz blocking patterns. This platform allows for wireless programming of stimulation patterns via a browser interface, utilizing subcutaneous, implantable peripheral nerve stimulators. Its offerings include features such as tether-free animal operation, adjustable anodic and cathodic amplitudes, and unobtrusive wireless charging accessories. These advancements aim to enhance spinal-cord stimulation therapy, providing relief for patients suffering from back pain and related disorders.

DS Labs

Grant in 2017
DS Labs presents a new technology that gives mothers unprecedented freedom, enabling discreet breast pumping anytime, anywhere. Although breast milk is the best nutrition for infants, many of the 2.5M new working mothers can’t keep up with the demands of pumping. Just imagine: taking an unnatural suction device that into an isolated and depressing space, and sitting for 30 minutes every 2-3 hrs. By mimicking the age-old and trusted art of hand expression instead of high-powered suction, I developed the most natural & effective breast pump. This technology enables completely discreet pumping, liberating women everywhere.

Rebion

Grant in 2017
REBIScan is a medical device manufacturing company that specializes in data analytics firm developing pediatric vision scanners to detect serious eye conditions. It manufactures innovative devices for definitively identifying life-altering diseases that manifest from functional impairments in the brain most notably, lazy eye and traumatic brain injury. The company was founded in 2009 and headquartered in Massachusetts, United States.
Full Investment Portfolio: U.S. Government Money Market Fund - 0.67% U.S. Government Securities - 7.01% U.S. Equity Securities - 6.58% U.S. Equity Mutual Funds - 12.01% International Equity Securities - 3.07% International Equity Mutual Funds - 19.89% Alternative Investments - 50.77% Founded in 1947, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc. is a non-profit organisation based in the United States. The foundation provides cancer treatment to adults and children.
Harvard Medical School, established in 1782, is dedicated to improving human health through education, research, and clinical care. With a mission to foster a diverse community, the school has produced thousands of leaders in medicine and science who influence healthcare worldwide. Faculty members have been at the forefront of medical innovation, achieving significant milestones such as introducing the smallpox vaccine to the United States. The school has been recognized globally, with fifteen researchers awarded Nobel prizes for their work while at Harvard. Comprising over 11,000 individuals, the Faculty of Medicine engages in cutting-edge research and education in various settings, including its main quadrangle in Boston, which houses 146 tenured faculty members. Harvard Medical School collaborates with 16 prestigious hospitals and research institutes, providing essential clinical training and care. This extensive network and commitment to addressing emerging healthcare needs position Harvard Medical School as a leader in shaping the future of medicine and science for local, national, and global communities.

Merrimack College

Grant in 2017
Merrimack College is a selective, independent college in the Catholic, Augustinian tradition whose mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives. Leadership Mission History Accreditations Fast Facts Recognition & Rankings The College offers undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts, business, science and engineering, and education programs; it also offers master’s programs in accounting, computer science, education, engineering, health sciences, and management; and a range of certificate, licensure and degree completion programs. Throughout the curriculum, students can take advantage of hands-on opportunities including cooperative education and internships, research with faculty, study abroad and service learning. And, because our curriculum emphasizes the liberal arts, graduates are prepared to be imaginative, analytical, aware of trends and historical perspectives, clear thinking, and adaptable to changes in their career.
University of Massachusetts Lowell is a high-ranking university, with several nationally recognized academic departments. Located about 30 minutes from Boston in Lowell, Massachusetts, UMass Lowell offers more than 100 degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. UMass Lowell has several nationally recognized, research-oriented programs, including science and engineering. These programs undertake groundbreaking research and also provide exceptional work opportunities for its students and graduates. Other programs at UMass Lowell include liberal and fine arts, humanities, health-related programs, teacher education and social sciences. UMass Lowell also offers a range of internship opportunities for students who wish to gain experience in their field of study. Student life options at UMass Lowell include more than 100 diverse student organizations, leadership programs and community service opportunities. Lowell’s admissions policies are moderately competitive. Financial aid is available to eligible students through loans, academic scholarships and other sources to help cover tuition.
Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School is a Vocational school.

Minuteman High School

Grant in 2017
Minuteman High School serves students from communities just west of Boston. Among its member towns are Concord and Lexington where American colonists fought the first battles of the Revolutionary War.

Nashoba Valley Technical High School

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Nashoba Valley Technical High School is a public, four-year, high school.
Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School offers a unique experience to high school students ready to receive hands-on education and vocational training. Primarily a high school for students in grades 9-12, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School also offers some adult education courses for students 18 years and older. Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School offers standard high school courses to fulfill English, math, science, social science and physical education requirements. However, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School also offers vocational courses to the career-minded in many areas including Communications, Construction, Mechanical, Health Services, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Transportation and several more. Students are able to take courses in their vocational interests and develop their skills for a future career. Adult education at Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School includes programs offering apprenticeships, licensing and courses for self-improvement. Many professionals use adult education programs such as this one to keep up with changing technology in their field, or to improve existing skills. Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School is committed to helping students focus on their future career goals by promoting the required skills. Though Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School is a vocational high school, teachers and staff encourage students to explore higher education after graduation as well. Whatever route you or perhaps your child may take, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School is a great place to start.

Brockton High School

Grant in 2017
Brockton High School, established in 1870, is a high school located in Brockton, Massachusetts. It is a part of Brockton Public Schools. As of 2016 Brockton High School, with 4,200 students, is one of the largest high schools in the United States and the largest high school in Massachusetts.
Founded in 1965, the Bristol Community College Foundation is a non-profit organisation based in the United States.The foundation supports the educational objectives of the Bristol Community College, with the provision of financial support.
New Bedford High School is a public high school.
The mission of Global Learning Charter Public School (GLCPS) is to ensure that all students achieve academic excellence, are ready for the rigors of higher education, and master essential skills that prepare them for the economic, social, and civic challenges of a 21st century, global society.
Providing highly personalized career training, professional work opportunities and extracurricular involvement, Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School in Fall River, Massachusetts, offers high school students the chance to succeed. Since Diman is a public high school, all students are given an academic foundation, taking courses in English, Science, Social Studies and Math. Students receive close attention from instructors in all of their classes, whether getting vocational training in Auto Mechanics, Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, Graphic Communications or another field offered at Diman. Diman’s co-operative work program is another highlight of the school. In the co-op program, students work at jobs in their field under the supervision of faculty. Diman also has a job-placement service for students who wish to move directly from Diman into a career. Extracurricular activities are multi-faceted. Recreational clubs such as the chess, photography or theatre clubs provide an opportunity for creative expression. Other student organizations, such as the Honors Society or Skills USA group, offer chances for students to advance academically and even compete nationally in skills competitions, which may result in scholarship awards. For information on how to apply to Diman contact a school representative or simply fill out an application online.
Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical High School is a vocational high school.
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School offers a full and rigorous series of academic classes.

Smith College

Grant in 2017
Full Investment Portfolio: Global Equities: 34% Private Equity: 31% Alternative Equity: 27% Fixed Income: 6% Cash & Miscellaneous: 2% Founded in 1871, Smith College is a liberal arts college committed to providing undergraduate education for women. The Smith College endowment's investments are administered by the Investment Committee of the Smith College Board of Trustees.
High School of Commerce is a spirited high school that prepares students for college and careers by using personalized learning pathways.
Veritas Preparatory Charter School provides a rigorous education that fosters scholars' social-emotional and academic success.
McCann Technical School where students will receive two complete educations in one – a traditional high school education plus specialized training in a technical major.
Chicopee Comprehensive High School is a public high school educating children in grades 9 to 12.
Springfield Renaissance School is an Expeditionary Learning School.
A top school in the Massachusetts State University System, Westfield State University in Westfield, Massachusetts is ideal for both commuter students and those who wish to live on campus. Westfield State offers a range of liberal arts and professional degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Art, Computer Information Science, Criminal Justice, English, Ethnic and Gender Studies, Music, Nursing, Social Work, Theatre and World Literature are just some examples. Westfield State, while educating many students from Western Massachusetts and nearby New England regions, has a large number of residential students. However, Westfield State also honors the working adult student and his or her needs by offering courses part-time and evening schedules as well as courses through continuing education. Student life at Westfield State offers much in the way of the arts and other activities. Westfield State is home to a student-run radio station and television station as well as student art galleries, a student jazz ensemble and a thriving theatre arts department. There are also intramural sports, a thriving Greek life and over 70 recreational, cultural and academic clubs to choose from. Student services include an academic achievement center, career services, health services, a counseling center, and financial aid offerings for eligible students including scholarships, loans and grants.
Baystate Academy Charter Public School is honored to give Springfield students and their parents a choice in education.
Madison Park Technical Vocational High School is to provides students with rigorous academic and technical education programs.
Medford Public Schools is a caring educational partnership of school, family and community designed to ensure that all students are afforded a safe and healthy learning environment in which they develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to reach their full academic and personal potential.

TechBoston Academy

Grant in 2017
TechBoston Academy High School will create a MakerSpace, allowing for cross-curriculum collaboration and career-focused academic experiences. Students will have the opportunity to learn across the fields of graphic design, biology, and engineering, to develop a career-applicable skill-set.