ICAP Mentor Outlines Importance of Customer Discovery to Drug Developers

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William McPheat, one of the Life Science Mentors associated with the Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP) at George Mason University explained that drug developers need to have an understanding of the future market long before a drug is ever approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. McPheat, who spent more than 25 year with AstraZeneca, said that was something the pharma giant had to explore when planning development programs. And, he said it’s also critical for startups that may be looking to be acquired by a larger company before getting too deep into the clinical process.

ICAP Seed Funding Seminar Offers Ins and Outs for Startup Entrepreneurs

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The quest for funding can be a stressful experience for entrepreneurs hoping to launch a biotech startup. The need for seed funding is essential but where are the best sources? And what are the proverbial strings attached to that kind of funding?

GMU/ICAP Mentorship Program Connects Mentors with Growing Life Science Startups

GMU and ICAP logos transposed over a map of Virginia
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Developing an ecosystem for life sciences startups takes a lot of energy and support. The Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP), a program of George Mason University and the Virginia SBDC, has been laying the groundwork to support these emerging companies and has tapped two new life sciences mentors to provide guidance for entrepreneurs.

NOVA BioScience Center Addresses Critical Wet Lab Space Needs for Region

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Prince William County and VirginiaBio recently welcomed visitors to the new 33,000 square feet of wet lab space at the Northern Virginia BioScience Center, showcasing the county’s work toward becoming a life sciences hotspot. 

Mason Start-up Ceres Nanosciences Experiences Big Wins and Increases Footprint in Prince William County

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Ceres Nanosciences, a Northern Virginia bioscience company spun out of George Mason University that specializes in diagnostic products and workflows, has opened a 12,000-square-foot advanced particle manufacturing plant in Prince William County’s Innovation Park.

5 Questions With… 2020 Recap

5 Questions With 2020
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In 2020 we introduced a new series titled “5 Questions With…” in an effort to spotlight individuals from across the BioHealth Capital Region and beyond. Providing this platform has allowed us to help share the stories of industry peers and show that there isn’t a single “right” way to becoming an industry success.

5 Questions with Amy Adams, Executive Director of the Institute for Biohealth Innovation at George Mason University

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As Executive Director of the Institute for Biohealth Innovation at George Mason University, Amy Adams is responsible for nurturing and advancing biohealth research and innovation interests of more than 250 faculty and thousands of students who represent a broad range of academic disciplines. Her role includes fostering partnerships with industry, healthcare, government, and academic partners.

2020 Virtual BioHealth Capital Region Forum Kicks Off October 19th

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The 6th annual Biohealth Capital Region (BHCR) Forum kicks off on October 19th. This year’s event will be held virtually and will bring together the top biotech and life science executives and expert speakers from across the industry, academia, healthcare, government, finance, and real estate development, among others.