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Founded by Dr. Elena Itskovich, Dr. Natasha Shtraizent, and Dr. Rachel Blau, Nest Catalyst Ventures is based in the life sciences sector and focuses on seed-stage investments. The firm operates a six-month entrepreneurship training program designed for life science scientists, connecting them with industry leaders and investors. Specific fund size and assets under management are not disclosed.
Nest Catalyst Ventures invests in seed-stage biotech and healthcare companies, emphasizing entrepreneurship training for life science scientists. Their program includes weekly online workshops and a week-long roadshow in Silicon Valley, providing participants with hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned biotech executives. Key topics covered include intellectual property, strategy, FDA regulation, and fundraising.
Notable collaborations include partnerships with Goodwin Labs, NFX Bio, Scispot, the California Israel Chamber of Commerce (CICC), and 8200 Alumni. These partnerships support emerging life sciences companies and promote business collaboration within the biotech sector.
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Nest Catalyst Ventures runs a six-month entrepreneurship training program that connects life science scientists with biotech industry leaders. The program includes weekly online workshops and culminates in a roadshow in Silicon Valley, providing participants with essential skills for founding successful ventures.
Nest Catalyst Ventures primarily focuses on training and mentorship rather than leading investment rounds. They connect participants with industry leaders and investors for potential funding opportunities.
Specific information on follow-on investments is not detailed, but the firm emphasizes mentorship and connections to investors, which may facilitate future funding.
Details regarding the size of their current fund are not publicly available.
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