Monod Bio is a pioneering life sciences company that specializes in AI-powered de novo protein design, focusing on the development of biosensors and research use only (RUO) tools. Their innovative platform leverages advanced computational protein engineering to create highly modular reporters and biosensors, enabling rapid, sensitive, and cost-effective analytical assays. Founded in 2022 as a spin-out from the University of Washington's Institute for Protein Design, Monod Bio is positioned at the forefront of biosensor innovation, with a strong founding team and state-of-the-art technology that enhances their market position in clinical diagnostics and life sciences tools.
Talus Bioscience is a pioneering biotechnology company focused on drug discovery for transcription factors, particularly in the context of challenging diseases like cancer. Their innovative MARMOT platform integrates functional proteomics, automated biology, and machine learning to target previously undruggable transcription factors in their native cellular environments. With a highly interdisciplinary team comprising over 50% PhD scientists and significant academic recognition, Talus Bio is positioned to accelerate drug development for rare and incurable childhood cancers driven by genome regulators. The company aims to unlock the therapeutic potential of transcription factors, which hold immense promise for treating a variety of diseases, including cancer and diabetes.
Turion Space designs, builds, and operates DROID satellites to enhance space sustainability and address national security needs. Their key products include the STARFIRE OS and DROID satellites, which focus on orbital debris mitigation and space domain awareness. The company differentiates itself through advanced technology that reduces positional uncertainty of space objects and provides in-space mobility services. With a mission to secure humanity's future in space, Turion is positioned to tap into the abundant resources of our solar system, laying the groundwork for future space exploration and resource utilization.