After a rigorous application and acceptance process, pitch development support and in-person pitching, the Biofest Invest 2024 winner is NeuraStasis, as startup. NeuraStasis seeks to improve health outcomes for stroke survivors through the use of neurostimulation. The Houston startup was founded in 2021 by Dr. Kirt Gill and Joe Upchurch in an effort to address the rehabilitation plateaus in stroke recovery. ...
BioFest 2024 Recipients
Winner: NeuraStasis
Runner Up: VitaBone Medical
Watch the video from the winners of last year's pitch competition
Check out this year's program!
What is BioFest Invest
BioFest Invest is an annual spring event that brings together potential investors from across the nation and Texas bioscience companies seeking investment funding, while sharing best practices, connections, and valuable advice. The day-long event includes relevant speakers and panelists on valuable topics relevant to bioscience companies. Organizations that provide support to bioscience entrepreneurs will also be on-site to provide information.
After a rigorous screening process, invited companies are able to present their pitch decks during the event. Investors are able to view company pitches and connect with company representatives live or virtually after the event. Judges will evaluate the pitches to award a cash prize of $10,000 and prize packages valued at over $10,000. The cost for companies to present is $150 for members of Bio organizations or $250 for non-members.
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Past Recipients
2023 Recipient
Winner: Vascular Perfusion Solutions
Runner Up: Steradian Technologies
2022 Recipient
Winner: NovoThelium
Runner Up: Vascular Perfusion Solutions
Pitch Companies
Fill out application by Friday, February 24, 2023. Awards include a cash prize of $10,000 as well as prize packages valued at over $10,0000.
Office Hours
New to Biofest Invest 2024, “Office Hours” available for all registered attendees. Book a one-on-one meeting with investors, legal, QARA, and many more before attending the event.
Attendees
The day-long event includes relevant speakers and panelists on valuable topics relevant to bioscience companies.
Sponsors
Sponsors of BioFest Invest have a unique opportunity to support the bioscience entrepreneurial community while receiving corporate awareness.
BioFest Invest Pitch Competition Companies
After a rigorous screening process, the following companies from across Texas were selected to present.
Hotel Information
Need to find a place to stay while in San Antonio? Click below for special hotel rate offers available for BioFest Invest!
BioFest Tours
Visit 7 key assets in San Antonio, showcasing available resources for contract research, manufacturing, labs, and startup support.
Military Tours
A rare opportunity to visit key research areas in the nation’s largest military health complex.