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Biostate AI closes $12M to bring the Netflix model to molecular diagnostics
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-20 13:30
Core Insights - Biostate AI has successfully completed a $12 million Series A funding round led by Accel, with participation from several notable investors [1][2][13] - The company aims to make RNA sequencing services more affordable and integrated for precision medicine, focusing on molecular research in the US [2][3] Company Overview - Founded by David Zhang and Ashwin Gopinath, Biostate AI is based on the principle that the entire RNA transcriptome is an underutilized biomarker for human health [5][17] - The company has patented technologies that significantly reduce the cost of RNA sequencing, allowing for the simultaneous processing of multiple samples [14][17] Technology and Innovation - Biostate AI is addressing key limitations in conventional RNA sequencing, including high costs, data aggregation challenges, and vendor siloing [7][8] - The company utilizes a combination of biochemical innovations and generative AI tools to enhance RNA sequencing capabilities [8][11] - Their proprietary BIRT technology and PERD methodology enable cost-effective and high-quality RNA sequencing from various tissue samples [14] Market Position and Growth - Since its commercialization, Biostate AI has processed RNA sequencing on over 10,000 samples from more than 150 collaborators and customers [15] - The company has secured agreements to process several hundred thousand unlabeled samples annually, contributing to rapid dataset growth [15] Future Directions - Biostate AI plans to expand collaborations in oncology, autoimmune diseases, and cardiovascular diseases, leveraging its AI models for better treatment decisions [12][17] - The company envisions a future where AI can generalize across diseases, enhancing diagnostics and therapeutics [12]
NovelStem Announces Material Developments and Strategic Repositioning of the Company
Globenewswire· 2025-05-20 12:29
BOCA RATON, Fla., May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NovelStem International Corp. (OTC Pink: NSTM) today announced recent material developments and the Company’s new strategic focus on seeking a merger partner in an effort to create shareholder value. In support of this goal, NovelStem’s Board is initiating discussions with potential merger prospects and a simultaneous process to reduce outstanding debt and to enhance its cash position. Additionally, NovelStem announced the extinguishment of approximately $3 ...
Nautilus Biotechnology(NAUT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-04-29 17:27
Nautilus Biotechnology (NAUT) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 29, 2025 01:27 PM ET Speaker0 Good day, and thank you Speaker1 for standing by. Welcome to the Nautilus First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question during the session, you will need to press 11 on your telephone. You will then hear an automated message advising your hand is raised. To ...