Breaking News: Sinaptica’s Noninvasive Neuromodulation Device Slows Alzheimer’s Disease in Year-Long Trial

November 1, 2024Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Brain health, Dementia, Health Moonshot, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, HLTH, Ken Mariash, Logan Plaster, Sinaptica, StartUp Health @ HLTHNicole Kinsey

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Hear the latest groundbreaking news in Alzheimer’s research. Sinaptica, a member of StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community, has announced significant results from its Phase 2 clinical trial testing the company’s noninvasive, personalized, precise neuromodulation designed to stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Ken Mariash, CEO of Sinaptica, joined us in the StartUp Health Studio to break it all down for us. As you’ll hear, the interview took place prior to the release of this data, which became public on October 31.

In this exclusive interview, you’ll learn:

Details on Sinaptica’s Phase 2 trial results show significant promise in slowing Alzheimer’s progression
The science behind Sinaptica’s technology
How personalized neuromodulation is revolutionizing brain health
The potential for proactive brain strengthening and repair
The impact on patients’ daily lives
The future of Alzheimer’s treatment

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in Alzheimer’s research, neuroscience, and the power of innovation to transform lives.

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Master the Art of Storytelling: Chrissy Farr’s Guide for Health Tech Founders

October 25, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsChrissy Farr, Digital Health, Health Tech, Logan Plaster, Manatt, Masterclass, StorytellingNicole Kinsey

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Elevate your startup’s narrative with Chrissy Farr, a renowned health tech journalist and investor.

In this Masterclass, members of StartUp Health’s Health Moonshot Communities had a chance to interact directly with Farr, Managing Director at Manatt Health, and health tech investor, advisor, and author of Second Opinion. Farr has impressive communications savvy and a deep understanding of the health industry and emerging trends, with an emphasis on the intersection of health and venture capital. She provides a range of go-to-market, fundraising / investor relations, social media strategy, content development and communications counsel to both emerging and established companies as well as the investors behind them.

In this insightful episode, you’ll learn:

The power of storytelling in shaping your company’s future
How to craft compelling narratives that resonate with investors and the media
Leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT for effective communication
Balancing founder time between operations and communications
Quantifying the impact of your communications efforts
The role of social media in your strategy

This episode is a must-listen for any health tech founder looking to refine their messaging and build a stronger brand.

Tune in now to unlock the secrets of effective storytelling!

Do you want to attend Masterclasses live and ask your questions of experts? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. If you’re mission-driven, collaborative, and ready to contribute as much as you gain, you might be the perfect fit. Learn more and apply today.

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Robert Garber of 7wireVentures: I’m Afraid of Incrementalism

October 17, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, Startups7Wire Ventures, 7wireVentures, fundraising, Health Moonshot Communities, Health Moonshots, HealthTech Investor, impact investing, Logan Plaster, Robert GarberNicole Kinsey

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Struggling to secure funding for your healthcare startup? A top health tech investor from 7wire says: Let’s stop “nibbling at the edges” and collaborate on true Health Moonshots.

Join StartUp Health as we unlock the fundraising secrets from a top health tech investor, Robert Garber.

In this Masterclass held live for members of StartUp Health’s Health Moonshot Communities, Garber, a partner at 7wireVentures, shares his 30 years of investing, advising, and operating experience in a discussion on negotiating term sheets that not only close deals but also create long-term value for startup founders.

Hear him discuss:

Why “incrementalism” is a fundraising killer
The importance of intellectual honesty for founders
Striking gold with contract-market fit instead of just product-market fit
Red flags investors see in early-stage companies

Plus, get tactical insights from live audience Q&A with founders!

This episode is a must-listen for any entrepreneur in healthcare seeking funding to take their innovation to the next level.

Listen now and gain a competitive edge!

Are you ready to join a Health Moonshot Community and attend Masterclasses live? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. If you’re mission-driven, collaborative, and ready to contribute as much as you gain, you might be the perfect fit. Learn more and apply today.

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Canopie’s Successful Seed Round Fundraise Provides Personalized Mental Health Support for New Moms

October 10, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAnne Wanlund, Canopie, Health Moonshot, Health Transformer, Innovation, Logan Plaster, mental health, womens healthNicole Kinsey

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Meet Anne Wanlund, the Health Transformer taking on maternal mental health with her groundbreaking platform: Canopie. Canopie joined StartUp Health in 2021, shortly after launching. Now, a couple years in and Canopie appears to be resonating. They’ve just closed a $3.7M raise, a huge feat for a new startup led by first-time founders.

Hear her story:

From policy advocate to passionate entrepreneur
Building a solution fueled by a powerful personal experience
Canopie’s innovative approach to accessible mental health support
Strategies for securing funding in a challenging climate
Unlocking honesty with digital resources

Plus, discover:

Canopie’s comprehensive platform for preventing and treating maternal health conditions
How Canopie identifies and connects at-risk mothers with evidence-based care
The range of services offered to both mothers and care partners
Canopie’s impact on reaching thousands of moms across the United States and United Kingdom

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about women’s health, innovation, and the power of entrepreneurship in making a difference.

Are you ready to join a Health Moonshot Community? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. If you’re mission-driven, collaborative, and ready to contribute as much as you gain, you might be the perfect fit. Learn more and apply today.

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Former CEO of Cleveland Clinic Talks Leadership and the Economics of Hospital Innovation

October 2, 2024Business, Health, Innovationcleveland clinic, Hospitals, Innovation, Leadership, Logan Plaster, Masterclass, Toby CosgroveNicole Kinsey

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A Masterclass with Healthcare Heavyweight Dr. Toby Cosgrove

Join StartUp Health for a Masterclass with a healthcare visionary: Dr. Toby Cosgrove, former CEO of the #2 ranked hospital in America, Cleveland Clinic, and a member of StartUp Health’s Board of Directors.

In this exclusive episode, you’ll hear Dr. Cosgrove discuss:

Hospital economics and the state of healthcare delivery
Leadership insights gleaned from his 13-year tenure
Building a legacy of excellence at Cleveland Clinic
Q&A with members of the StartUp Health community on navigating the healthcare landscape

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about healthcare innovation, leadership strategies, and the future of American hospitals.

Listen now and gain Dr. Cosgrove’s invaluable insights!

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Are You Ready to Join a Health Moonshot Community?

September 19, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's Moonshot, community, Health Moonshot Communities, Health Moonshots, Innovation, Logan Plaster, StartUp Health, Steven Krein, T1D Moonshot, Unity StoakesNicole Kinsey

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Want to be part of the StartUp Health community? This special episode of StartUp Health NOW goes behind the scenes here at StartUp Health as we unveil new health moonshot community offerings!

Join host Logan Plaster as he talks with the co-founders of StartUp Health, Steven Krein and Unity Stoakes, on the evolution of StartUp Health’s global community.

Discover:

An exciting new offering for the StartUp Health community
Exclusive events and a new member app fostering deeper connections
The unifying idea that fuels community success
How YOU can qualify for a health moonshot community and apply

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of healthcare innovation and the power of community in driving change.

Listen now and learn how you can get involved!

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From Caregiver to Changemaker: Inside the Impact Board with Meryl Comer on Fighting Alzheimer’s

September 12, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Logan Plaster, Meryl Comer, UsAgainstAlzheimersNicole Kinsey

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This week on StartUp Health NOW, we meet a powerful force in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease: Meryl Comer, a member of our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board.

Driven by personal experience watching her husband battle the disease, Comer transformed from award-winning journalist to passionate advocate. She is the Co-founder & Board Member of UsAgainstAlzheimers; the U.S. Representative for the Global Brain Trust; and Vice-Chair of WHAM (Women’s Health Access Matters).

Hear her story:

Witnessing the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s firsthand
Taking action through co-founding UsAgainstAlzheimers
The critical role of advocacy and policy change
The emotional and physical burden of caregiving

Comer also shares her insights on:

Destigmatizing Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Anchoring innovation in the realities of care
Treating the source of the disease

This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by Alzheimer’s, passionate about healthcare innovation, or inspired by the power of advocacy.

Are you ready to join a Health Moonshot Community? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities – like our Alzheimer’s Moonshot – are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. If you’re mission-driven, collaborative, and ready to contribute as much as you gain, you might be the perfect fit. Learn more and apply today.

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T1D Therapeutics: Two Health Transformers Tackle Type 1 Diabetes at the Source

September 6, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAmerican Diabetes Association, diabetes, Health Moonshot, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Mike Moradi, Sensulin, T1D, T1D Moonshot, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes Moonshot, Type I Diabetes, Warren Marcus, Wink TherapeuticsNicole Kinsey

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Join StartUp Health NOW for a groundbreaking episode exploring the latest advancements in Type 1 diabetes research. We delve into our T1D Moonshot Community dedicated to improving detection, management, and treatment of the disease, and uncover promising developments on the therapeutic front.

Hear from leading innovators:

Warren Marcus, PhD, CEO & Founder of WiNK Therapeutics, shares insights on his mission to cure Type 1 diabetes using the body’s own beta islet cells.
Mike Moradi, CEO & Co-founder of Sensulin, discusses the creation of a glucose-responsive insulin for personalized diabetes management.

Discover:

The cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of Type 1 diabetes treatment
The progress being made towards a potential cure
The impact these innovations can have on the lives of people with diabetes

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in diabetes research, healthcare innovation, and the inspiring work of entrepreneurs making a difference.

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Bridging the Divide: How Mindr Is Bringing Alzheimer’s Research to Life

August 30, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Health Moonshot, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, Logan Plaster, MindrNicole Kinsey

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Alzheimer’s disease has long been a formidable challenge, but recent scientific breakthroughs offer a glimmer of hope. The FINGER study, a landmark in Alzheimer’s research, demonstrated the power of simple lifestyle changes in preventing cognitive decline. However, translating these findings into practical, everyday strategies has proven elusive.

In this episode of StartUp Health NOW, we explore how Mindr, a pioneering startup in our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community, is bridging the gap between research – the FINGER study – and real-world application in the lives of people at risk for Alzheimer’s and dementia. By leveraging the best of modern consumer tech – like a well designed app on your phone – Mindr aims to make internationally-recognized advances in healthcare accessible to everyone.

This is a story that applies in almost every area of health. We have the information, but we struggle to get it out of the lab, out of the peer reviewed journal, and into everyday life. Mindr’s co-founders Adam Schultz and Ariana Myers explain how they’re attempting to bridge this divide and what it will take to succeed on a bigger scale.

Join us as we discuss the importance of connecting research to practice and how Mindr is empowering individuals to take proactive steps toward a healthier brain.

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Old School Tech Makes Big Impact in Cognitive Care: Reporting from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference

August 23, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Bill Uniowski, Brain health, Caregiving, Dementia, health innovation, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Moneta, Moneta Health, Paul Campbell, ZinniaNicole Kinsey

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This episode of StartUp Health NOW throws out the tech buzzwords and dives into the power of seemingly simple solutions. We meet two innovative founders in our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community who are using familiar technologies – the telephone and television – to tackle major healthcare challenges.

First up, Paul Campbell, CEO & Co-founder of Moneta Health, explains how their evidence-based dementia care program utilizes an “old school meets new school” approach, using AI plus the humble landline to reach a wider audience and overcome tech barriers for patients with early-stage dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Then, Bill Uniowski, CEO & Co-founder of Zinnia, shares how his company is creating smart video content specifically designed for people with advanced dementia, offering a calming and therapeutic experience that reduces the need for medication and improves lives for both patients and caregivers.

Join us for a refreshing look at how low-tech solutions can deliver high-impact healthcare.

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