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02/04/2026

Athari BioSciences is proud to be recognized in BioSpace’s 2026 Hotbed Maps, highlighting organizations shaping the future of the life sciences.

This recognition places Athari BioAthari Bio among contributors to the BioCapital Region, a nationally significant hub for biotechnology, research, and healthcare innovation. Our work in genomics, population health, clinical testing, and translational research aligns with the strengths of this ecosystem and reflects our focus on translating science into real-world impact.

We’re honored to be included and look forward to continuing to build scalable, evidence-based solutions across the life sciences.

Click below to read the full blog.
https://athari.bio/athari-biosciences-recognized-in-biospaces-2026-hotbed-maps/

Susan Mitchell

01/30/2026

A Look Back at 2025: Building the Platforms That Power the Future of Immunosurveillance

2025 marked a pivotal year for Athari Bio, one defined by the transition from concept to ex*****on.

Over the past year, we advanced biological technologies into infrastructure-grade platforms designed for speed, adaptability, and real-world deployment. From dual-reporter neutralization and cytotoxicity systems to field-deployable vaccine architectures, our focus has been on building tools that perform under operational conditions, not just controlled laboratory environments.

Equally important, we treated workforce development as core infrastructure, embedding trainees directly into active R&D efforts and coupling scientific ex*****on with hands-on learning to strengthen long-term capability and resilience.

Our January blog reflects on the scientific progress, platform validation, ecosystem engagement, and organizational milestones that shaped this work, and how those efforts position us for the next phase of impact in 2026.

Read the full blog: A Look Back at 2025: Building the Platforms That Power the Future of Immunosurveillance
Here: https://athari.bio/a-look-back-at-2025-building-the-platforms-that-power-the-future-of-immunosurveillance/

Susan Mitchell Janelia Research Campus

01/19/2026

Today, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the enduring impact of his leadership on the scientific, educational, and innovation ecosystems we work within today.

Dr. King’s advocacy for civil rights helped shape a society in which ideas, education, and scientific progress could advance more freely creating conditions that support collaboration, discovery, and the responsible pursuit of knowledge. The modern biomedical research enterprise benefits from the legal, educational, and institutional frameworks that emerged from this era of change, enabling science to move forward through shared standards, rigorous inquiry, and open exchange.

At Athari Bio, our work in immunosurveillance, therapeutic development, and workforce training is grounded in the belief that progress in science is inseparable from progress in society. Dr. King’s vision reminds us that lasting impact is built through discipline, integrity, and commitment to improving human health through knowledge and action.

Susan Mitchell

01/15/2026

National Blood Donor Month | Advancing the Science Behind Safe, Effective Blood Use

This month, we recognize National Blood Donor Month and the vital role that blood donation plays in modern medicine; from trauma care and surgery to cancer treatment, immunotherapy, and rare disease management.

At Athari BioSciences, our work supports the blood donation ecosystem through science that strengthens how blood and blood-derived products are studied, evaluated, and translated into care.

Our contributions include:
• Developing high-precision assays that evaluate immune activity, viral neutralization, and cytotoxicity, helping ensure blood products and biologics are well characterized before clinical use.
• Supporting transfusion-relevant research in immunology, infectious disease, and therapeutic development.
• Building laboratory platforms that improve how researchers understand immune responses associated with plasma-derived and blood-based therapies.

Blood donation is more than a supply chain, it is a scientific system that depends on trust, rigor, and precision. We are proud to contribute to that system by advancing the tools that make safe and effective therapies possible.

This month, we thank blood donors, clinicians, and researchers whose collective efforts continue to save lives and advance medicine.

Susan Mitchell

01/12/2026

Today is National Pharmacist Day! A time to recognize the critical role pharmacists play in advancing patient care, medication safety, and translational science.

Pharmacists sit at the intersection of research and real-world application. Their expertise supports everything from clinical trials and medication management to pharmacogenomics and therapeutic optimization.

At Athari BioSciences, we support pharmacists through our research, diagnostic, and training programs. Supporting work in assay development, data interpretation, and the application of genomic insights to inform medication use. Through education, research support, and workforce development, we are helping prepare and equip pharmacists for the evolving demands of precision medicine.

We thank pharmacists for their scientific rigor, clinical insight, and ongoing contributions to better health outcomes.

Susan Mitchell Athari Bio

01/02/2026

Happy New Year from Athari Bio!

As we welcome a new year, we reflect with gratitude on the partnerships, ideas, and shared purpose that moved science and healthcare forward over the past year. Innovation is never a solo journey. It’s built through collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to improving lives.

In the year ahead, we remain focused on advancing genomics, strengthening healthcare solutions, and supporting the people and organizations shaping the future of medicine.

Here’s to new discoveries, meaningful progress, and a healthy, hopeful year ahead.

Wishing you a joyful and successful New Year.

Susan Mitchell

12/04/2025

GEMS—The Next Phase of Our Mission in Genomic Education

Preparing the next generation of scientists has never been more important. Genomics now shapes healthcare, public health, national security, and the innovations defining modern medicine. But many students still never gain early access to real laboratory science—access that can transform academic and career pathways.

That’s why we’re proud to highlight GEMS (Genomic Education Mentors & Scientists), the nonprofit partner advancing our shared mission to expand hands-on biotechnology training and genomic literacy.

Formerly known as FBGEN, GEMS has evolved to meet the growing demand for structured mentorship, advanced lab experiences, career exploration, and meaningful engagement with working scientists. Today, GEMS reflects rigorous training, quality mentorship, and a growing network of students, educators, and researchers preparing for the future of molecular science.

In our December Blog, explore:
• How FBGEN evolved into GEMS
• The laboratory skills students learn through hands-on biotechnology and bioinformatics
• The Hairitage summer program and its impact
• How students conducted real research inside Athari BioSciences’ CLIA-certified laboratory
• Why early scientific exposure strengthens the future workforce
• How year-end support expands access in 2026

GEMS is reshaping how we prepare future scientists—beginning with access, exploration, and experiential learning.

Read the Blog : https://athari.bio/gems-the-next-phase-of-our-mission-in-genomic-education/

Support GEMS: https://www.gemsleaders.org/sponsorships

The future of genomics begins with the students we support today.

11/21/2025

Athari BioSciences is proud to share that our CEO & Founder, Susan Mitchell, will be speaking at Bisnow’s “Mid-Atlantic Life Sciences & Biotech Summit” on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, beginning at 8:00 AM EST.

This year’s Summit explores the dynamic shifts shaping Maryland, Virginia, and DC’s life sciences landscape—from evolving tenant needs to development pipelines, investment activity, and strategic growth opportunities across the region.

Session Spotlight:
The Mid-Atlantic's Life Sciences Path Forward
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

Susan, alongside fellow industry leaders, will explore key investment opportunities, growth drivers, emerging trends and the pivotal role of talent development, infrastructure, and public-private partnerships in driving regional innovation and expansion.

If you’re involved in life sciences, biotech, investment, or ecosystem-building, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Register today and join us as we explore the future of life sciences in the Mid-Atlantic region!

10/29/2025

When One Cure Doesn’t Fit All

Every cancer awareness month reminds us of how diverse these diseases are — leukemia, breast, and liver cancers each tell a different story. But what if our greatest barrier isn’t biological differences — it’s how we build treatments?

At Athari BioSciences, we believe the future of oncology lies in programmable, modular therapeutics — systems that adapt to cancer’s complexity without starting from zero each time.

Our latest blog explores how:
-The FDA’s evolving frameworks can open doors for platform-based cancer therapies
-Standardized, validated targeting libraries can accelerate innovation
-A shared, modular foundation could transform how we deliver care across tumor types

Because one cure will never fit all — but one framework could.

Read the full article: When One Cure Doesn’t Fit All: Building What Cancer Treatment Actually Needs Next

08/20/2025

Training the Next Generation of Scientists & Bioengineers

We’re excited to share that Loudoun Now recently featured Athari BioSciences and our summer internship program in their article “Sterling Startup Trains Next Generation of Bioengineers, Scientists.”

At Athari Bio, we believe the future of healthcare innovation depends on creating real-world opportunities for students to learn, explore, and grow. This summer, our interns gained hands-on lab experience, contributed original ideas, and even led their own projects—all while receiving mentorship from our leadership team.

The article highlights how our program:
- Provides rare, hands-on biotech training opportunities
- Encourages innovation and safe spaces to try, fail, and try again
- Builds the professional and leadership skills needed to thrive in the industry

We are proud to invest in tomorrow’s scientists, engineers, and healthcare leaders—and grateful to our interns for their hard work and fresh perspectives this summer.
Read the full story here: https://www.loudounnow.com/business/sterling-startup-trains-next-generation-of-bioengineers-scientists/article_32fb1d8e-76c9-4241-9f6d-52e31c149473.html?utm_source=loudounnow.com&utm_campaign=%2Fnewsletter%2Foptimize%2Fdaily-headlines%2F%3F-dc%3D1754506431&utm_medium=email&utm_content=headline

08/01/2025

Intern Spotlight: Terri Owens

This summer, we're proud to spotlight Terri Owens, Undergraduate Research Intern at Athari BioSciences and a rising leader in biotechnology with a deep commitment to improving public health through science and innovation.

Currently pursuing her B.S. in Biotechnology at the University of Maryland Global Campus (Class of Dec. 2025), Terri holds a 3.85 GPA, Dean’s List honors, and several microcredentials in laboratory safety and aseptic technique. She brings a solid foundation in molecular biology, scientific documentation, and project coordination—skills that she has actively applied and expanded during her internship with us.

At Athari Bio, Terri has:
- Supported the development of a pseudotyped RNA viral vector for high-throughput drug screening
- Collaborated on assay development and project planning in a BSL-2 CLIA-certified environment
- Explored collaboration and funding opportunities to support Athari’s translational research pipeline
- Contributed weekly presentations on data findings, literature review insights, and validation progress

In her own words:
"What has truly made this experience transformative is the supportive and empowering culture at Athari Bio. The inspiring leadership here not only challenges me to grow but also uplifts me in ways that remind me my future is bright. I've been encouraged to grow not only as a scientist but as a visionary."

Terri is also a proud student member of Women In Bio and the recipient of the 2025 MYStory Scholarship, awarded for academic achievement and exceptional promise in the life sciences. Her journey has been further inspired by the mentorship of Athari Bio’s own Susan Mitchell, who continues to champion Terri’s path toward becoming a biotech project manager.

Join us in celebrating Terri and the incredible contributions she’s made to Athari Bio and beyond!

07/30/2025

We’re thrilled to share that our newly launched website has been honored with a Platinum Award from the dotCOMM Awards, celebrating excellence in web creativity and digital communication!

Competing against thousands of contestants, we set ourselves apart by clearly communicating our mission to the world; To progress therapeutic and diagnostic development, inform chronic and infectious disease research, for all Americans.

Our new website reflects how we’re reimagining the intersection of research, technology, and public health. By being clear, bold, and driven by purpose, our story is being told the way it’s meant to be. Thank you to our community for believing in our impact of transforming healthcare, our VP of Marketing & Communications Sonora Jackson, and our agency partner Focused Image for helping us visualize the mission.

Take a look at the award-winning experience for yourself: https://www.athari.bio/

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