BioTools Innovator VANGUARD

BioTools Innovator VANGUARD

Los Angeles, Californiabiotoolsinnovator.org

Overview

BioTools Innovator VANGUARD is a joint initiative between BioTools Innovator and BARDA that supports life science tools startups developing solutions for drug discovery, biomanufacturing, and clinical research, with a focus on enhancing readiness for public health emergencies.

Year Founded

2024

Portfolio Companies

12

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
LikardaNov 2025GrantCo-investor
NovilyticNov 2025AcceleratorCo-investor
CellChorusAug 2025GrantCo-investor
InnovaPrepJun 2025AcceleratorCo-investor
VisiCELL MedicalJun 2025AcceleratorLead

Key People

Ayelet Marom

Program Director

Jim West

Associate Director

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HeadquartersLos Angeles, California
Year Founded2024

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