Varia Ventures

01/11/2024

Exciting breakthrough in treatment! 🧠

, Inc. announces receipt of significant funding for , a game-changing vaccine.

SurVaxM's Phase 2b trials are set to transform the treatment landscape for this . With promising results already in hand, this investment marks a hopeful step forward for patients and caregivers.

Read More: https://ow.ly/FTfp50QpJvH

/PRNewswire/ -- MimiVax, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on the development of SurVaxM, a survivin-targeted vaccine therapy for glioblastoma and other...

01/10/2024

📢 Big News in Battery Tech! 🌍💡

is revolutionizing the EV battery industry by setting up its first manufacturing plant in Lauenförde, Germany.

Their innovative silicon anodes, a leap from traditional graphite, plan to reduce reliance on Chinese materials, boosting energy density and slashing charge times.

A strategic move that marks a shift in the global battery landscape!

Read more: https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-battery-producer-enticed-to-set-up-shop-in-the-eu-dd92c539

GDI’s silicon anodes can help cut reliance on Chinese materials, but the startup plans to build its first factory in Germany with EU funding.

01/02/2024

Exciting news from EndoSound, Inc. on the FDA 510(k) clearance of the EndoSound Vision System® (EVS®).

This novel and innovative device enables to convert upper endoscopes into an endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) device.

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EndoSound Receives 510(k) Clearance for Breakthrough EVS Innovation, a novel Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) technologyCompany News, Industry News 510(k) Clearance of first-of-kind Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) technology Paves the way for safer and more accessible medical care EndoSound will begin its co...

12/18/2023

We've extended the deadline on the 2024 SAGES -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Shark Tank applications!

We have simplified the application process, and encourage anyone with a groundbreaking business model in the space to apply by Friday, December 22nd! 📅

This is your final call to apply and get the opportunity to present at the annual meeting, competing for the grand prize of $30,000, and the opportunity for potential investment. 🌟

📍 Selected semi-finalists will take the stage at the NBT Innovation Weekend on February 23, 2024, in Houston.

🔗 Your idea could be the next big thing. Apply now: https://www.sages2024.org/shark-tank-2024/

12/13/2023

Interesting article featuring one of our portfolio companies, , on their continued breakthroughs in battery technology! 👇

Learn more: https://electricdrives.tv/gdis-silicon-anode-the-fast-charging-high-energy-battery-breakthrough/

GDI's 100% silicon anode revolutionizes batteries with over 30% higher energy density and a rapid 15-minute charge. Safety is prioritized...

12/11/2023

Varia is pleased to partner with SAGES -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons again this year to help support its annual Shark Tank Competition!

Meet last year's winner--AssistIQ! 🏆

AssistIQ's platform reduces supply waste and costs while minimizing the carbon footprint – without adding extra work for hospital administration.

Developed in a major hospital, the company's technology aims to enhance efficiency while easing nurses' administrative burden.

Lisa Israelovitch, Co-Founder & CEO of AssistIQ, shares, "Winning the prestigious SAGES Shark Tank prize helped us reach and engage in deeper conversations with numerous health systems. Since then, we’ve implemented AssistIQ's AI medical supply and intelligence platform with new partners. Collaborating with surgeons, nurses, perioperative, and supply chain teams, we've fine-tuned AssistIQ's platform for unparalleled accuracy in data capture and actionable preference card insights that meaningfully reduce costs and our carbon footprint."

Could YOU be next? 🚀

If you've got a groundbreaking idea in and a robust business model, apply for the competition and compete to win $30,000 plus a potential investment from the SINC Fund.

⏰ Act fast - applications close on Dec 19, 2023!

We're excited to see the semi-finalists in Houston on Feb 23, 2024!

🔗 Apply now: https://ow.ly/AT9A50Qgbhw

For more information or to apply via email, contact Julie at [email protected].

📸 Pictured: SAGES' Dr. Christopher Schlachta and Dr. Steven Schwaitzberg with Lisa Israelovitch, Co-Founder & CEO, AssistIQ

12/06/2023

Varia is pleased to partner with SAGES -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons again this year to help support its annual Shark Tank Competition! Meet SAGES' 2022 Shark Tank Winner--Santanello Surgical's !

Vampiro is a pioneering dual lumen suction sleeve revolutionizing surgery. The device targets key infection risks by enhancing suction efficiency in complex cases, offering a breakthrough in patient care and cost savings.

With its innovative design, Vampiro addresses the limitations of single lumen spot suction catheters, providing enhanced suctioning capabilities and preventing occlusions. This breakthrough is particularly crucial in complex cases like peritoneal contamination or bowel perforations.

Vampiro's impact goes beyond efficiency – it's about cost savings too, aiming to reduce the hefty price tag of surgical infections in the US.

Ready to showcase your innovation? 🚀

Apply now for Shark Tank and be the change in healthcare! You can also email Julie at [email protected] for more information.

Hurry, applications close Dec 19, 2023!

Apply here: https://sages2024.org/shark-tank-2024

11/10/2023

Dive into the 2024 SAGES -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Shark Tank competition!

Got an innovative idea and a solid business model in ?

Apply now for your chance to present at the annual meeting and compete for the $30,000 first prize. The winner will also be considered for investment by the newly launched SINC Fund. 🌟

📅 Applications are now OPEN and close on December 19, 2023.

📍 Semi-finalists will present at the NBT Innovation Weekend on February 23, 2024, in Houston.

🔗 Click here to apply: https://www.sages2024.org/shark-tank-2024/

11/02/2023

❇️ We're pleased to share an exciting development in Viridi Parente! ❇️

Viridi has launched its global operations with a new subsidiary in Saudi Arabia, and hired its President, a regional energy industry leader who previously served as Chief Engineer at Saudi Aramco.

More information 🔗 https://ow.ly/Lf7f50Q3eHT

Viridi, a developer of innovative battery technology that can be safely installed and operated in nearly any environment or location, is expanding its

11/01/2023

GDI recently received national press on its silicone anode technology and its increasing importance in the lithium-ion battery market.

Read more ➡️ https://ow.ly/7igG50Q3eaP

China's move on Friday to curb exports of graphite, a key electric vehicle battery material, will only accelerate efforts to develop alternative sources and materials, but that will take time, industry executives and analysts said.

08/15/2023

🎉 Exciting News! We are pleased to announce the closing of our investment in Hubly Surgical!

Hubly has secured FDA Clearance for the Hubly Drill, "a groundbreaking and patented device poised to revolutionize bedside ." 🚀

Read more here: https://ow.ly/fq7X50PzqkV