The Michigan Founders Fund Pre-Accelerator (Winter 2026) is now open. ✔️ $15K non-dilutive grant ✔️ Mentorship & investor access Apply by Dec 28 🔗 gener8tor.com/mffpa

Due to inclement weather, tonight’s BioArbor event is canceled. We will be rescheduling and will share a new date soon. Please stay safe, and thank you for your understanding.

Grateful for Michigan’s incredible life sciences community. Wishing you a safe, joyful, and restorative Thanksgiving! Please note: MichBio will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28.

🚨 Heading to JPM Week? Kick it off at the State Bio Friends Reception! 📅 Sun, Jan 11 • 4 PM 📍 The Marker Hotel FREE event — limited MichBio tickets. 👉 Members: Email [email protected] ASAP to claim yours.

MichBio's 2026 Prospectus outlines a full range of ways to strengthen visibility, build strategic relationships, and show your commitment to the future of bio-innovation in Michigan. Let’s partner for impact: https://www.michbio.org/amplify-your-brand #MichBio #LifeScienceEvents

Passing this along to our network: FlexDex’s remaining hard assets—equipment, furniture, and more—are being sold via online auction. If you or your organization may be interested, bids are open now through November 13. Details here: https://svdisposition.hibid.com/catalog/686694/flexdex-surgical

The biotech patent landscape continues to evolve — are you ready for 2026? Join us Thurs., Nov.13 for a year-end IP briefing with Dykema’s Tom Moga, covering the most impactful updates in biotech IP, enforcement, and USPTO policy shifts. 🔗 Register: https://ow.ly/gf2m50XmukB

Wondering if your pitch deck hits the mark? Learn how investors think. ✅ Get real-world feedback on decks ✅ Connect with life-science innovators and mentors ✅ Gain insights to elevate your funding conversations Join us for BioArbor: Pitch Perfect on Dec 10. Register at: https://ow.ly/fiku50Xfbji

Real savings for Michigan biosciences! Meet BIO Business Solutions® VP Jeff Vallerga + vendors Nov 12 (4–6 PM) at MI-HQ, Ann Arbor. Discover how your company can save big — and network with peers. RSVP: https://ow.ly/JvPf50XgrYo #BioBusinessSolutions #MichBio #AnnArbor

Help us plan the next year of BioArbor events! We want your feedback on what’s working, what’s not, and what topics you’d love to see in 2026. Take our 2-minute survey: https://ow.ly/pq4H50XiZOI #BioArbor #MichBio #LifeSciences

Due to a widespread Microsoft Azure outage, the MichBio website is temporarily unavailable. We appreciate your patience while the issue is being resolved. If you need assistance please reach us at [email protected] Thank you for your understanding.

October is Plasma Awareness Month — a time to recognize the life-saving power of plasma-derived therapies. MichBio member CSL Behring leads global efforts to transform plasma donations into treatments. Read more: https://ow.ly/xMVt50XfIKm

Make your pitch investor-ready. Join us Dec. 10 for BioArbor: Pitch Perfect – Crafting Winning Life Science Decks that Capture Investors. Learn from experts about what makes a pitch stand out. Register: https://ow.ly/6peH50Xfb83 Event supported by Ann Arbor SPARK. #MichBio #BioArbor

MichBio CEO Dr. Stephen Rapundalo sets the record straight in the Detroit Free Press—calling for shared accountability in tackling rising healthcare costs and defending Michigan’s biosciences innovators. Read the letter (paywall applies): https://ow.ly/Fuus50Xh2ZS

Big news from TSRL, Inc.! MichBio member, TSRL has been awarded a $2.2 M Phase II SBIR grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance the development of a weekly microneedle patch for overactive bladder treatment. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Jmhe50XgUpN

Michigan’s Bioscience Rankings are rising! 6th for BioPharma, 5th for Medical Devices, 9th for Agri-biosciences, and 16th overall. A state of innovation and growth! (Source: BIO's 2024 TEConomy report) #BioscienceLeadership #MichiganInnovation #LifeSciences

Stay informed and connected with Michigan’s biosciences community! 🧬 The latest issue of BioLink features news, advocacy updates, resources, and upcoming events across the life sciences sector. 🔗 Read the October 20 edition: https://ow.ly/KWZk50Xf2zJ

🚨 MichBio Member News: Canton-based TrialAssure unveils advanced AI architecture to make clinical trial transparency smarter, clearer, and more reliable. 🔗 https://www.trialassure.com/resources/blog/ai-platform-for-pharma-and-biotech/ #MichBio #MemberNews #AI #LifeSciences

Connect, collaborate, & save! Join MichBio for a Networking Mixer + BIO Business Solutions® session on Nov 12 at MI-HQ (Ann Arbor). Learn how life science companies saved $13.1M last year! Free to attend, RSVP: https://ow.ly/CV8h50XgrK4 #LifeSciences #MichBio #Networking

Meet, connect & collaborate! Join Michigan’s biosciences community at our upcoming networking events: - BiMixer – Nov 5, Kalamazoo - BioArbor – Dec 10, Ann Arbor More info 👉 michbio.org/events #MichBio #LifeSciences #Networking #Medtech

Proposed tariffs on medical devices could raise healthcare costs and threaten U.S. innovation. MichBio urges the Department of Commerce to strengthen—not penalize—America’s medtech sector. 🔗 https://ow.ly/yTxZ50XeWyA #Medtech #Policy #Trade #LifeSciences #MichBio

U-M BME’s Team SafeSpike wins big at the 2025 NIH DEBUT Challenge! 🏆 Their spring-loaded needle safety device earned the $15K HIV/AIDS Prize for innovation in healthcare design. 🔗 https://ow.ly/eJC650XeYFx #MichBio #Medtech #BiomedicalEngineering

The Senate’s revised BIOSECURE Act could transform biotech & biopharma supply chains and federal partnerships. MichBio explains what’s new and what it means for Michigan’s life sciences community. 🔗 https://ow.ly/ZM1V50XeWaq #Biotech #Biopharma #Policy #MichBio

Michigan’s moment is now. Let’s make life sciences a pillar of our economy. 📖 Read the full op-ed: “Michigan should seize the moment to lead in life sciences” (Crain’s Detroit Business, Oct. 13, 2025) https://ow.ly/F4s350XaAos

The Oct. GBG Report from G2G Consulting is now available for MichBio members — covering the latest non-dilutive federal funding across biotech, medtech, research, and more. 🔐 Members: Log in to access the report. https://ow.ly/uUbj50XazcW

🙌 Thank you to MedBio for being a Silver Sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Medical Device Summit! 📅 Sept 25 | 📍 Grand Rapids 🔗 Register now: www.michbio.org/medical-devi... #MichBio2025 #Medtech #Sponsors

We’re thrilled to announce that our President & CEO, Stephen Rapundalo, has been recognized by Crain’s Detroit Business as a Notable Leader in Healthcare Technology! His leadership in innovation, policy, and coalition-building continues to elevate MI's life sciences industry. ow.ly/OXJS50WTe7P

Welcome in2being LLC as a Silver Sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Medical Device Summit! Thanks for supporting Michigan’s medtech community. 📅 Sept 25 | Grand Rapids 🔗 www.michbio.org/medical-devi... #MichBio2025 #Medtech

We’re proud to welcome Able Medical Devices as a Silver Sponsor of the 2025 Michigan Medical Device Summit! Thanks for supporting Michigan’s medtech community. Early registration ends tomorrow! 📅 Sept 25 | Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids 🔗 www.michbio.org/medical-devi...

🚨 Early Registration Ends Friday! 🚨 Save on the 2025 Michigan Medical Device Summit—featuring keynote Mark Leahey (MDMA) + new speakers daily. Don’t miss Michigan’s top medtech event. 👉 www.michbio.org/medical-devi... #MichBio2025

BioArbor is back on Sept. 10 in Ann Arbor! Join MichBio for networking and a fireside chat with Alan Vanderborght, CEO of KYBORA. 📅 5–7 PM | Plymouth Green Technology Center Don’t miss your chance to connect with Michigan’s life sciences leaders. Register here: www.michbio.org/events/bioar...

🚨 Michigan startups need your voice! 🚨 SBIR/STTR programs, which provided $84.9M to Michigan startups, expire on Sept 30, 2025. Join MichBio in urging Congress to act! 🖊️ Sign on by Aug 15: ow.ly/WOvP50WzxbI #SBIR #STTR #Advocacy #MichiganInnovation

Got a big idea? Pitch it on Meet The Drapers for a chance at $1M in funding! 🎥 Filming happens Sept 26 in Detroit. Apply by Aug 31 at www.meetthedrapers.com/usa. Don’t miss your shot! 💡 #BigIdeas

🧪 The MSU Surplus Store is hosting a lab equipment sale today, July 18, & next Friday, July 25! Don't miss out on great deals for your lab. 🧬🔬 Details: msusurplusstore.com #LabEquipment #ResearchDeals #MichBio

CONNECTING MINDS. SPARKING INNOVATION. Join us for BioMixer in Marquette for networking hosted by MichBio and Avantor. 📅 Monday, August 25 | 5:00–7:00 PM | Blackrocks Brewery, 424 N 3rd St, Marquette Register: ow.ly/KmuN50Wq6Y3 #BioMixer #LifeSciences #MichBio

🚨 It's here! The 2025 Life Sciences Workforce Trends Report: @LifeSciWork highlights national trends in hiring, upskilling, AI, and STEM. Access the full report: 🔗 LifeSciencesWorkforce.org #LSWC2025 #BioJobs #FutureOfWork #LifeSciencesWorkforce

Visit the Michigan Pavilion at #BIO2025 booth #2835! Meet reps from top innovators like Akadeum Life Sciences, MichBio, PharmOptima & more. Discover groundbreaking ideas & connect with leaders driving life sciences forward. Let's collaborate! #BIO2025 #MichBio2025

We’ve launched our new website! Enjoy easier event registration, profile updates, invoice tracking, and more. 📌 Important: Create a new login to access all features. 🚀 Explore the site and set up your account today! www.michbio.org

The Spring 2025 issue of BioMatters® is here! Get an inside look at Michigan’s thriving bioscience community. Read how local innovators are creating global impact in life sciences. Check it out online now! ow.ly/jFKJ50W7VeI

Join us for the MEDICA Mixer! Network with Michigan's medtech leaders, learn about MEDICA 2025, explore MI-STEP grant benefits, and connect with trade experts. 📅 June 17, 4-6 PM 📍 Thornapple Brewing Co., Grand Rapids RSVP now! Contact [email protected].

Join MichBio at the BIO International Convention in Boston, June 16-19! Visit the Michigan Pavilion, Booth #2835, to explore Michigan biotech innovation. Learn more about the organizations driving progress in our article here: www.michbio.org/news/michiga... #BIO2025 #MichBio2025

Protect your big idea! Join MichBio’s webinar, Prenuptial Patenting: Responsible engagement with engineering firms, on June 5 at 12 PM. Learn about IP ownership, assignments, and avoiding “viral IP” traps. Register at www.michbio.org/events #IntellectualProperty #MichBio

Join MichBio! We’re hiring an intern to support data research and help grow Michigan’s biosciences industry. Open to MI residents/students only. Details + apply today: www.michbio.org/michbio-hiri... #Internship #Hiring #MichBio

Member News: MMS Holdings proudly wins the 2025 Data Breakthrough Award for its Datacise® platform, a game-changer in accelerating drug development through cutting-edge data science. Learn More: ow.ly/sZ5p50VvXcq

MichBio welcomes BiotechExec, Corporate Traveler, and SU Group to our cost-savings program! Members get exclusive discounts to boost their business. Learn more: www.michbio.org/preferred-pu...

The U.S. bioscience industry generates $3+ trillion in economic impact! Strong policies are needed to Drive research, support biotech jobs and growth, and fuel long-term investment. MichBio is at #CSBAFlyIn25, advocating for policies that power innovation. ow.ly/nTKP50Vthhp

MichBio is standing strong against proposed NIH budget cuts that could harm Michigan's bio-industry and threaten U.S. dominance in biomedical innovation. Learn why this fight matters and what we're doing to protect progress. Read more: www.michbio.org/michbio-cont...

MichBio is off to D.C. for the #BIOFlyIn! We’re meeting Michigan Congressional offices to advance biotech innovation and growth—big thanks to Emergent BioSolutions and Regeneron for their support. 🔗 Read here: www.michbio.org/michbio-head...

Proud to partner with MDMA for the 2025 Annual Meeting, April 30-May 2 in DC! MichBio members get a reg discount (ask us how). Hear from leaders, visit Capitol Hill, and join the Fly-In. Don’t wait, register now! members.medicaldevices.org/events/Event...

NIH funding cuts risk innovation, competitiveness, and biosecurity. Experts urge action to safeguard our global edge. Industry leaders like MichBio's Stephen Rapundalo, PhD are calling for action. Read the full article: timmermanreport.com/2025/03/nih-...