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With changes in the patent process favoring life science companies who are first to file an idea, companies can't be afraid to file multiple applications, including some that are never used. Read more about filing to protect your intellectual property.
Non-dilutive funding offers startups a lot of advantages, but some entrepreneurs get caught up chasing too many grants. Read more about choosing which funding sources to pursue.
Entrepreneurs raising money for a life sciences startup can take many paths. One CEO makes the case for raising money slowly.
A life science company's business model is important to its success. Read more about validating a business model.
Hiring smart people for a new company is not enough, says Kim Popovits of Genomic Health. Read more about what she thinks is important when growing a company.
Life science entrepreneurs at the Life Science Ventures Summit are set to gain valuable knowledge this weekend from those in the know. Read more about this event for life science entrepreneurs.
Selling technology to hospitals can be daunting, but not if you know how to stand out from other vendors. Read more about what to do to sell your technology.
Security for mobile medical devices is key in the healthcare industry. Read more for tips on keeping healthcare data secure.
Dell made a splash last week with its announcement of the Dell Innovators Credit Fund—a $100 million initiative intended to amplify the effects of venture or angel funds recently invested by a select group of VCs or angel investors. Once startups are approved, they can borrow up to 10% of their funded amount—up to $150,00—for an added boost to their growth trajectory.
The APEC Startup conference that just wrapped up in Seoul signaled stepped-up interest within the 21 APEC member nations in policies that promote new firm formation as ameans of “booting up” economies. Interestingly, the drive for this effort is being led not by the United States, but by South Korea which has taken big strides over the past two years to rebuild its own startup ecosystem.
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