University City Science Center POC program funds handheld breast cancer diagnostic technology
A breast cancer diagnostic startup that uses fingertip sensors to detect tumors has received a research grant of more than $878,000 to advance its handheld diagnostic device. UE Lifesciences’ “Intelligent Breast Exam” can distinguish between normal breast tissue and a tumor. Breast cancers are stiffer and less mobile than the surrounding tissue, according to a paper documenting […]
Washington PreCede Grants Go To Three, Promising University of Washington’ Health Companies
The Life Sciences Discovery Fund, a Washington state agency established in May 2005, makes (Proof of Concept PreCede) grant investments in innovative life sciences research to benefit Washington and its citizens. Three, EcoGuide Medical, Viket Medical, and Nexgenia are all University of Washington start-up companies