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Insulin Delivery Innovation: These Founders Offer Solutions for Better T1D Management

November 15, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsBill Ervin, Bulsai, Cardiometabolic Health, Cardiometabolic Moonshot, diabetes, Diabetes Moonshot, GO-Pen, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Communities, Health Moonshot Update, Logan Plaster, Ole Kjerkegaard Nielsen, Ole Nielsen, T1D, T1D Moonshot, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes MoonshotNicole Kinsey

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Hope and Progress in Type 1 Diabetes Management

In honor of World Diabetes Day earlier this week, this podcast episode celebrates the strength of our T1D Moonshot Community and explores innovative solutions for better insulin delivery management.

This episode features inspiring conversations with:

Ole Kjerkegaard Nielsen, PhD, CEO & Co-founder of GO-Pen: Making insulin pens more affordable and accessible
Bill Ervin, CEO & Founder of Bulsai: Revolutionizing injection techniques for optimized results

Discover how these groundbreaking ventures are:

Empowering patients with better tools and technology
Addressing key frustrations in current diabetes management

Plus, learn about StartUp Health’s Health Moonshot Communities, like the T1D Moonshot Community, and how they connect founders tackling the biggest health challenges, such as Type 1 diabetes.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone impacted by Type 1 diabetes, healthcare professionals, and innovators passionate about improving patient lives.

Listen now and join the movement for a brighter future!

Are you ready to tell your story? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. Exposure in StartUp Health Media to our global audience of investors and partners – including our podcast, newsletters, magazine, and YouTube channel – is a benefit of StartUp Health’s PRO Membership. To schedule a call and see if you qualify to join and increase brand awareness through our multi-media storytelling efforts, submit our three-minute application. 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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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.

Are you ready to tell your story? Members of our Health Moonshot Communities are leading startups with breakthrough technology-driven solutions for the world’s biggest health challenges. Exposure in StartUp Health Media to our global audience of investors and partners – including our podcast, newsletters, magazine, and YouTube channel – is a benefit of StartUp Health’s PRO Membership. To schedule a call and see if you qualify to join and increase brand awareness through our multi-media storytelling efforts, submit our three-minute application. 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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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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How AI Is Creating an Inflection Point in Brain Health Innovation: Reporting from the AAIC

August 1, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, StartupsAAIC, AI, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Moonshot, artificial intelligence, Brain health, Health Moonshot, Health Transformer, Health Transformers, Logan Plaster, RetiSpec, SinapticaNicole Kinsey

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Join StartUp Health NOW for a powerful episode recorded live at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC)! We explore the exciting inflection point in Alzheimer’s research fueled by AI and machine learning.

Hear directly from passionate founders in the StartUp Health Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community:

Catherine Bornbaum, PhD, CBO at RetiSpec, fresh off the company’s $10M Series A, unveils a groundbreaking AI-powered device that analyzes the retina for insights into brain health.
Ken Mariash, CEO of Sinaptica Therapeutics, discusses using AI and neuromodulation to potentially slow Alzheimer’s and strengthen brain function in healthy individuals.

Discover:

How AI is unlocking a multi-modal understanding of the brain
The potential for revolutionizing treatment for all brain conditions
The cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of Alzheimer’s research

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about brain health and the fight against Alzheimer’s!

Innovating in Alzheimer’s disease? Learn how you can join our Alzheimer’s Moonshot.

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A Masterclass with the Founder of One of the Great Success Stories in Health Innovation

June 14, 2024Business, Health, Innovation, Startupsbusiness, diabetes, Digital Health, health innovation, Health Moonshot, health startups, Health Tech, Health Transformer, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Sami Inkinen, Type 2 Diabetes, Virta, Virta HealthNicole Kinsey

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Virta Health is one of the greatest success stories in health tech today.

Join us for an insightful StartUp Health NOW episode featuring Sami Inkinen, the visionary CEO & Founder of Virta Health, a pioneering company focused on the reversal of Type 2 diabetes. In this Masterclass, originally recorded in front of a virtual audience of entrepreneurs in the StartUp Health community, Inkinen – also a member of the community – shares his journey and the innovative strategies behind Virta Health’s success.

Inkinen’s impressive background includes co-founding Trulia, leading it to a successful IPO and eventual sale to Zillow Group. At Virta Health, he’s raised $366M and achieved a $2B valuation, with the company recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company in 2023. Beyond his business acumen, Sami is a world-class athlete and health advocate, known for his rowing expedition to raise awareness about diabetes.

In this episode, Inkinen delves into:

The biggest surprises he faced as a health tech founder
Balancing his roles as CEO, father, and husband
The strategic planning rhythms that drive Virta’s mission
His personal journey, from existential crises to global health impact

As is typical of members of the StartUp Health community, Inkinen is generous in sharing his wisdom. Tune in to learn from his experience and gain valuable insights into leadership and achieving sustainable product-market fit in the digital health industry.

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Gates Ventures’ Aishu Sukumar Is Fostering Collaboration on StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board

June 7, 2024Business, Health, InnovationAishu Sukumar, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Brain health, Gates Ventures, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Innovation, Logan PlasterNicole Kinsey

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Breaking Down Silos for Alzheimer’s Innovation: A Conversation with Aishu Sukumar of Gates Ventures

This episode of StartUp Health NOW welcomes Aishu Sukumar of Gates Ventures in another in our series of conversations with our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board.

A champion for collaboration: Explore Sukumar’s vision for leveraging data and fostering collaboration among Alzheimer’s innovators.
From research scientist to moonshot leader: Discover Sukumar’s unique career path that bridges science, business, and healthcare, taking her from Harvard Medical School and Berkeley to working at startups and then to Gates Ventures.
The power of a Health Moonshot Community: Learn how this initiative is uniting innovators to accelerate progress against Alzheimer’s.

This episode is for you if:

You’re passionate about finding a cure for Alzheimer’s.
You believe in the power of collaboration in tackling complex challenges.
You’re curious about the journeys of inspiring healthcare leaders.

Want even more about Alzheimer’s disease innovation?

Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot
Meet the first companies to join the Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community
Meet Phyllis Ferrell, Chief Impact Officer for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot

Join us as we explore how Aishu Sukumar’s diverse background is shaping the future of Alzheimer’s research as a member of our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board.

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Why Dr. Craig Ritchie Brings Optimism to StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board

May 30, 2024Health, Innovation, Startups, UncategorizedAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Moonshot, Craig Ritchie, health innovation, Health Moonshot, Health Moonshot Impact Board, Impact Board, Innovation, Logan Plaster, Scottish Brain SciencesNicole Kinsey

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This episode of StartUp Health NOW challenges your perception of Alzheimer’s in another in our series of conversations with our Alzheimer’s Moonshot Impact Board. This week’s guest is Craig Ritchie, MD, PhD, CEO & Founder of Scottish Brain Sciences and a Professor at University of St. Andrews.

A new view of Alzheimer’s: Discover the distinction between what Dr. Ritchie calls Alzheimer’s disease vs Alzheimer’s dementia.
The invisible threat: Learn how Alzheimer’s can exist without noticeable symptoms, impacting younger individuals.
Shifting the research focus: Explore the importance of studying pre-symptomatic Alzheimer’s for effective treatment.
Unleashing innovation: Gain insights into Dr. Ritchie’s optimism for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community.

This episode is for you if:

You’re interested in the latest Alzheimer’s research.
You want to understand the different stages of Alzheimer’s.
You’re curious about the power of collaboration in tackling Alzheimer’s.

Want even more about Alzheimer’s disease innovation?

Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot
Meet the first companies to join the Alzheimer’s Moonshot Community.
Meet Phyllis Ferrell, Chief Impact Officer for StartUp Health’s Alzheimer’s Moonshot

Join us as we redefine Alzheimer’s and ignite hope for a future free from dementia!

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