Menarini Silicon Biosystems (MSB) has presented data at the 2024 Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) World Congress in Lisbon, Portugal, demonstrating the accuracy of their cell-based non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) technology. The study results indicate that their technology can detect fetal genomic abnormalities through a maternal blood draw with high resolution. MSB offers unique rare cell technologies and solutions that provide clinical researchers…
Grayce has announced the successful closure of a $10.4 million Series A funding round led by Maveron and supported by an array of investors including BBG Ventures and Correlation Ventures among others. With the fresh funds Grayce aims to expand its digital platform designed to assist families in managing care for their loved ones. Founded in San Francisco, Grayce has developed a…
Uber Health has recently introduced Uber Caregiver, a new solution designed to support caregivers and their loved ones. Starting this summer, care-receivers will be able to add caregivers to their Uber profile, enabling them to request and monitor rides and deliveries, and utilize eligible health benefits for payments. This solution aims to enhance the caregiving experience by maximizing ancillary healthcare benefits and…
Backpack Healthcare, a provider of online pediatric mental healthcare, has closed $14 million in Series A funding. The round was led by PACE Healthcare Capital and saw participation from ECMC, Techstars, and Collab Capital, among others. The escalating youth mental health crisis in the United States has underscored the critical need for accessible mental health solutions. With over 40 million children relying…
In a move set to advance pediatric care accessibility, Summer Health, a digital health company, has announced the successful closure of its Series A funding round, securing an impressive $11.65 million. Spearheaded by new investor 7wire Ventures and backed by returning investor Lux Capital, this funding marks a significant milestone for the company’s mission to provide round-the-clock pediatric support to parents. The…
BoobyBiome, a UK-based startup headquartered in the Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, is on a mission to transform infant health for generations to come. Founded by three female entrepreneurs with expertise in microbiology, neuroscience, chemistry, and biophysics, BoobyBiome is advancing the field of infant feeding by harnessing the power of the breast milk microbiome. Since its inception in 2019, BoobyBiome…
Midi Health, a virtual care clinic specializing in women’s health during perimenopause and menopause, has teamed up with Cleo, a global caregiving platform, to provide comprehensive support for women facing hormonal changes. The collaboration aims to address the specific healthcare needs of women during this critical phase of their lives. The partnership between Midi Health and Cleo allows for personalized guidance and…
Amara, an organic baby food brand, recently announced the successful closure of an oversubscribed $20 million Series B funding round. The minority financing was led by HumanCo Investments, with participation from Melitas Venture Capital and Touch Capital, among others. Founded by Jessica Sturzenegger, Amara has garnered attention for its proprietary methods in creating shelf-stable baby food. The company plans to utilize the…
