Health Care — Landmark drug pricing legislation signed into law

Health Care — Landmark drug pricing legislation signed into law

This is not a repeat of the famous Michael Crichton novel, or movie that bears its name. A “de-extinction” CRISPR startup is hoping to get justice for the Tasmanian tiger by bringing it back from the dead. Life, uh, finds a way.  Today in health care, President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act, a measure aimed at lowering prescription drug prices, […]

Flagship Pioneering’s Senda Bio secures $123M for new ‘programmable medicines’ – MedCity News

Flagship Pioneering’s Senda Bio secures $123M for new ‘programmable medicines’ – MedCity News

  Senda Biosciences set out to overcome challenges in drug delivery. Its research has led the startup to nanoparticles, which executives say offer a path to “programmable medicines” that can be directed to specific cells and tissues. The startup now has $123 million to support its research as it looks toward bringing its medicines into clinical testing within the next […]

This Black-Owned Brand Redefines High End Jewelry

This Black-Owned Brand Redefines High End Jewelry

Jameel Mohammad: I would say the most central theme of the collaboration with St-Germain was the will to create and to innovate even in challenging circumstances. For Fleuriste St-Germain we made a series of vessels that were paired with Zoe Bradley’s paper florals, from resin clay, hand painted acrylic and gold leaf, with each featuring a figure in motion. By […]

Senior Companionship Startup Naborforce Secures $9M In Series A

Senior Companionship Startup Naborforce Secures $9M In Series A

Amid a slowdown in funding for startups, the senior tech company Naborforce has secured $9 million in a Series A. The company “connects older adults to a network of trusted ‘Nabors’ for on-demand support and social engagement.” Its financing round was led by Translink Capital. Existing investors Claritas Capital, The Artemis Fund and TechStars also participated in the round. Naborforce […]

25 Stylish Walking Shoes for Conquering the Trails and the Streets Alike

25 Stylish Walking Shoes for Conquering the Trails and the Streets Alike

Walking is good for you—like, really good for you—but the best walking shoes for men haven’t exactly always screamed “sex appeal.” Until now. Given the explosion of interest in running’s less strenuous cousin over the past couple years, walking shoes have, ahem, stepped up their game. They’re still packed with all the cushion-heavy outsoles, breathable uppers, and vital arch support […]

CareHarmony raises $10M for virtual care coordination platform – MedCity News

CareHarmony raises $10M for virtual care coordination platform – MedCity News

CareHarmony, a virtual care coordination startup, is on a mission to help hospitals provide more value-based care. That mission got a $15 million boost on through a Series A funding round. Maverick Ventures led this round with participation from Nashville Capital Network. The company will use its new influx of capital to fuel the development of its platform and accelerate hiring. Since […]