NSF Piedmont Triad RegenMed Engine

We're thrilled to share that FetTech has transitioned its ReyaGel manufacturing to Novex Innovations in the Innovation Quarter of Winston-Salem! This strategic move is a key step in FetTech's growth and will help further strengthen the Piedmont Triad's position as a center for regenerative medicine innovation. The partnership between FetTech and Novex Innovations, both active members of the NSF-supported Piedmont Triad Regenerative Medicine Engine (PTRME), is expected to create new job opportunities and drive economic growth in the region. This collaboration highlights the power of the PTRME ecosystem, which brings together industry, academia, and government to accelerate the commercialization of regenerative technologies. Read more about this exciting development in our latest press release: https://lnkd.in/eMPSBRyk #RegenerativeMedicine #Innovation #PTRME #EconomicGrowth #NSFengines #WoundCare #Manufacturing

?? We’re proud to introduce our new logo—a bold symbol that reflects our commitment to regenerative medicine, pioneering innovation, and collaborative progress. Our updated branding is more than a fresh look, it’s a testament to our dedication to shaping a better future through science, technology, and innovation. Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter and continue advancing the frontiers of regenerative medicine! #RegenerativeMedicine #Innovation #Collaboration #NewBeginnings

?? Wrapping Up Global Entrepreneurship Week: ReMDO Spotlight As we conclude our Global Entrepreneurship Week highlights, we want to celebrate the Regenerative Medicine Development Organization (ReMDO) and its indispensable role in advancing the mission of the Piedmont Triad Regenerative Medicine Engine. ReMDO’s commitment to accelerating regenerative medicine therapies and fostering public-private collaboration directly supports our vision of driving innovation and economic growth in the Piedmont Triad region and beyond. By de-risking technologies and managing multiple societies and consortia of more than 60 industry and academic members, ReMDO paves the way for groundbreaking discoveries to transform lives and markets. Its leadership in advanced biomanufacturing and entrepreneurial incubation is a cornerstone of the NSF-PTRM Engine, ensuring that innovation not only thrives but also reaches global markets faster. Thank you for celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship with us this week! Together with ReMDO, we’re shaping a brighter future for regenerative medicine. #GEW2024 #EntrepreneurshipMatters #RegenerativeMedicine #NSFengines #PTRME #ReMDOImpact

?? Global Entrepreneurship Week: North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) Spotlight We’re excited to highlight NCBiotech as a valued partner in the NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem. For 40 years, NCBiotech has been committed to building North Carolina's global life sciences leadership with its first statewide office established 2 decades ago in the Piedmont Triad and Winston-Salem community. ? NCBiotech has programs that help entrepreneurs and startups thrive and has invested in more than 279 North Carolina life sciences companies through its loan and convertible note programs. Companies receiving investment from NCBiotech's loan program have raised $8 billion, or $132 in follow-on funding for each $1 invested by NCBiotech. Its investment portfolio includes companies in therapeutics, medical devices, diagnostics, health IT, ag tech, and other areas of the life sciences. ? Additionally, the organization hosts the NCBiotech Venture Challenge, a biennial competition awarding $300,000 to life sciences ventures, with awards presented at Triad BioNight. In 2024, BRINTER, a 3D bioprinting company and NSF-PTRM Engine partner was a regional finalist and won the Triad BioNight Entrepreneurial Excellence Award. In 2022, Plakous Therapeutics, another NSF-PTRM Engine partner, was the inaugural statewide winner of the Venture Challenge. To learn more about this valued partner, visit?www.ncbiotech.org. #NSFengines #PTRME #NCbiotech #venturechallenge #triadbionight #globalentrepreneurshipweek #lifesciences

?? Global Entrepreneurship Week:?MasKidney, Inc Spotlight Today, we’re featuring MasKidney, Inc., an NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem partner on a mission to transform kidney care through innovative gene therapy. Founded in 2024, MasKidney is pioneering groundbreaking treatments for Autosomal Dominant Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease (ADTKD), a rare genetic condition affecting over 50,000 people in the U.S. and progressing to end-stage renal disease without current treatment options. Hear from CEO and Co-Founder Ashley Johns a leader in cell and gene therapy, as she shares how MasKidney’s entrepreneurial spirit thrives on collaboration—within our region and across the industry—to drive bold ideas and deliver life-changing solutions. With Ashley’s strategic vision, MasKidney is poised to make a lasting impact on the field of kidney health and regenerative medicine. Check out the video to learn more about how MasKidney is pushing boundaries in gene therapy for kidney disease. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #GeneTherapy #KidneyCare #MasKidney #NSFengines #PTRME #Collaboration #ImpactfulSolutions #RegenerativeMedicine #CreatingChange?

???Global Entrepreneurship Week: BMI OrganBank Spotlight We’re excited to highlight BMI OrganBank, a valued partner in the NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem, whose mission is to reduce the years-long waitlist for lifesaving organs. BMI OrganBank’s proprietary technology tests the viability of donated organs and preserves them for extended periods, transforming transplant outcomes and reducing costs. BMI OrganBank’s commitment to innovation and collaboration exemplifies the NSF-PTRM Engine’s mission to drive transformative changes. Their entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to overcoming complex challenges reflect the power of our ecosystem partnerships, working together to create a future with breakthrough technologies. Join us in celebrating BMI OrganBank's impact on regenerative medicine! #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #NSFengines #PTRME #OrganTransplant #RegenerativeMedicine

?? Global Entrepreneurship Week: FetTech Spotlight In today’s Global Entrepreneurship Week feature, we’re excited to showcase FetTech, a remarkable NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem partner dedicated to accelerating access to innovative regenerative treatments. Founded by husband-and-wife team Clay Fette and Danielle Fette, FetTech works to break through industry delays, delivering life-changing regenerative products faster. For Clay and Danielle, choosing the NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem at Wake Forest was easy. They’re passionate about the collaborative environment here, where researchers, businesses, and community leaders unite to drive real impact in regenerative medicine. FetTech not only advances innovative solutions but also supports local growth, reinforcing the region’s leadership in cutting-edge medicine. Being entrepreneurs—and partners in both business and life—brings a special dynamic to their journey. Together, they navigate the challenges, celebrate the wins, and share the vision of making a tangible difference. Watch for more exciting developments from FetTech as they continue their mission of creating change! ? #Entrepreneurship #NSFengines #PTRME #MTP #Innovators #BusinessPartners #HusbandAndWifeTeam #Startups #RegenerativeMedicine #Collaboration #CreatingChange #EmpoweredEntrepreneurs?

?? Global Entrepreneurship Week: Ronawk Spotlight We’re kicking off Global Entrepreneurship Week by spotlighting Ronawk, a pioneering NSF-PTRM Engine ecosystem partner in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine! Hear from Ronawk’s CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. A.J. Mellott, as he shares how the collaborative spirit within the NSF-PTRM Engine here in North Carolina creates synergy that accelerates impactful solutions. Founded in 2019, Ronawk has pushed boundaries in regenerative medicine with its advanced BioBlocks? technology, enabling continuous cell growth in body-like environments. This innovation allows scientists to conduct previously challenging experiments, advancing research and technology applications in new ways. Check out the video to learn more about Ronawk’s vision and its partnership with NSF-PTRM Engine to drive meaningful change! #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek?#NSFengines #PTRME?#Ronawk #Innovation #TissueEngineering

This Global Entrepreneurship Week, here’s to the founders pushing the innovation envelopes, building businesses, and creating jobs. Here’s to the dreamers and doers, the thinkers and tinkerers, the researchers and rebels who never give up on their vision. It takes a special person to start a company, and there’s no better place in the world to build a regenerative medicine business than here. You’ll be surrounded by resources ranging from a test bed for prototype manufacturing to a fully equipped lab, to regulatory advice, access to an entire network for trials, GMP manufacturing facility, and a host of collaboration opportunities with 140+ ecosystem partners. Learn how you can accelerate your company’s growth here. Here’s to you. And to what we can accomplish together. This is ecosysteming. #GEW2024 #PTRME #RegenerativeMedicine #WSNC #Innovation #Startups #Ecosystems

Last month, the NSF-PTRM Engine proudly participated in the largest #ConvergeSouth conference yet, held in Winston-Salem. Karen Barnes, from our PTRME leadership team, engaged with numerous startups, sparking valuable discussions on regenerative medicine and exploring potential collaborations. We were excited to join Engine Partners BMI OrganBank, FetTech, BRINTER, Innovation Quarter, and North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) at this exciting event! The conference featured expert-led sessions on Applied AI, Go-to-Market Strategy, and Fundraising, plus a startup expo with 75 companies and direct pitch opportunities to investors from across the Southeast. If you missed it this year, don’t worry—#ConvergeSouth is an annual event in Winston-Salem. Be sure to mark your calendar for next year!