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?? Fundraising for Early-Stage Biotech: Giving Investors the Courage to Take a Leap Last week, the Merck Digital Sciences Studio (MDSS) hosted office hours with Merom Klein and Louise Yochee Klein from Courage Growth Partners, exploring one of the most critical aspects of fundraising: how to give investors the confidence to champion your company. Fundraising isn’t just about breakthrough science or a compelling pitch—it’s about building relationships and equipping investors with the trust and conviction to advocate for you. Merom and Louise shared actionable strategies on fostering investor confidence, creating momentum, and navigating venture firm dynamics. A special thank you to Courage Growth Partners for leading such an insightful discussion. These conversations are what make MDSS an invaluable resource for biotech founders. #BiotechFunding #StartupSuccess #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #BiotechInnovation #FundraisingTips #NJII #MDSS #LifeSciences #InvestorRelations

Join our VP of The Learning and Development Initiative, Michael Edmondson, Ph.D., at the UPCEA Annual Conference in Denver! He’ll be speaking alongside leaders from The University of Utah, The University of Nebraska, and Ziplines Education on how AI is transforming workforce development and upskilling. Expect insights on AI education challenges, strategies for agile training programs, and the critical role universities play in bridging the AI skills gap. ?? Wednesday, March 26, 2025 @ 10 AM MT ?? Denver, CO Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-JVViAA #NJII #AI #WorkforceDevelopment #UPCEA #HigherEd

March is Women's History Month! ? At NJII, we are proud to celebrate the women who drive innovation, leadership, and progress. As a 2023 and 2024 recipient of the ‘Empowering Women’ award, we remain committed to fostering opportunities that uplift and support women in every field.? ? This month, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and champion the future of women in every industry. #WomensHistoryMonth ? #EmpoweringWomen #NJII #WomenInLeadership #BreakingBarriers

Moments from our monthly celebration: Mardi Gras Edition!? ? This month, we brought the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras to our team with great food, festive fun, and a chance to come together and celebrate each other. ???? ? #MardiGras #NJII #Celebration #WorkTeams

Mary Jane Durkin and Michael van Ter Sluis from the NJII Entrepreneurship team attended the latest gathering of the NJIT Center for Translation Research: https://lnkd.in/eWmvRrCE to scout new inventors and their technologies for the NJII Venture Studio: https://lnkd.in/ezKv2f28. The gathering showcased 8 New Jersey Institute of Technology faculty inventors working with industry partners to achieve problem-solution fit for their technologies. Each year, the NJII Venture Studio will create and capitalize at least 2 new companies that leverage NJIT technologies. Check out the recent post from our President, Michael Johnson, Ph.D., learn more about how the venture studio model and NJII support innovation at NJIT: https://lnkd.in/eDQpGV_a ? #innovation #commercialization #venturestudio #newarknjtech

?? Elevate your skills with The Learning and Development Initiative's March workshops! ? Unlike pre-recorded courses, our workshops are interactive, tailored to your goals, and designed for real-time problem-solving. Learn directly from experts, get your questions answered, and earn a certificate of completion. ? Spots are filling FAST, secure yours spot today! ?? https://lnkd.in/eHQmXvM5 #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #AI #CareerGrowth

Happy Employee Appreciation Day! ??? ? We’re grateful for our team and the impact you make every day. Thank you for all that you do!? ? #EmployeeAppreciation #ThankYouTeam #WeValueYou #TeamworkMatters #GratefulForOurEmployees

AI Meets Drug Development: How ModernVivo is Transforming Preclinical Research ? At NJII, our NJII Entrepreneurship team is proud to support groundbreaking startups through the Merck Digital Sciences Studio (MDSS), helping them accelerate innovation in life sciences. One standout from the latest MDSS cohort? ModernVivo—a company using AI to revolutionize preclinical research and drug discovery. ? With over 90% of drug candidates failing in human trials, ModernVivo’s AI-powered platform helps researchers design better preclinical studies, reducing costs, improving accuracy, and speeding up the path to life-saving treatments. ? In our latest blog, Brittany Ryan takes a deeper dive into how ModernVivo’s cutting-edge technology is addressing these challenges and what’s next for the company as it grows within MDSS. ? ?? Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e9ZykBrP #AI #DrugDevelopment #PreclinicalResearch #BiotechInnovation #LifeSciences #HealthcareAI #StartupSuccess #MDSS #NJII #Entrepreneurship #PharmaTech

Upskill and Reskill Your Team with the LDI! ?? At NJII, we know that every organization faces unique challenges. That’s why the The Learning and Development Initiative delivers tailored training programs designed to build the skills that matter most—leadership, change management, AI, data visualization, and more. We bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world application, equipping teams to adapt, innovate, and thrive in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. By partnering with the LDI, you’re not just investing in training—you’re investing in the future of work and positioning your organization for lasting success! ?? Ready to learn more? Our team is here to help:?https://lnkd.in/eGPSm4Fg #FutureOfWork #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkforceInnovation #LeadershipTraining #AIinBusiness #SkillsForSuccess #EmpowerYourTeam

???Did You Know? Your MIPS Score Impacts Your Payments!??? ? Your MIPS score determines whether you receive a positive or negative adjustment to your Medicare payments—so making sure your submission is accurate and on time is crucial! ? With the March 31st MIPS submission deadline approaching, now is the time to get on track. If you’ve been taking the EUC exception in recent years, navigating 2024 requirements may feel overwhelming—but Healthcare Innovation Solutions, Inc. (HCIS) is here to help! ? ??Certified registry & expert support ??Streamlined MIPS & MVPs reporting ??Maximize your payment adjustments ? ???Let’s get your submission over the finish line together! ?? https://lnkd.in/ebq5Xs5h ? #MIPS #CMSReporting #HealthcareInnovation #QualityImprovement