Peter Heinrich

Intelligent Bio-Systems is developing a next generation DNA sequencing system that can simultaneously increase the speed and reduce the cost of producing sequence data by a factor of 100 to 1,000. It uses a proprietary chemistry, high-density chip and fluorescent instrument system to accurately decode the sequence of DNA fragments. The technology has the potential to dramatically change the way research is performed and healthcare is delivered.

McKinsey & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It specializes in design, marketing and sales, analytics, operations, transformation and restructuring, risk, strategy and corporate finance, and sustainability and resource productivity. The company was founded by James O. McKinsey in 1926 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

BioM AG is a regional technology transfer and venture capital services company created in 1997 following Munich's selection in the Government-sponsored BioRegio Competition. The firm provides business support services to Munich-based biotechnology companies, focusing on startups. Through BioM Biotech Cluster Development GmbH, established in 2006, BioM coordinates the Munich Biotech Cluster, with the objective of turning it into a leading biotechnology center in Europe. They seek to foster an active cooperation between Bavarian research institutions and corporations. BioM actively invests seed capital in biotechnology startups in the Munich area, and manages a venture capital investment fund invested in high-growth early-stage businesses.

Epigenomics, Inc. operates as a molecular diagnostics company. It focuses on blood-based detection of cancers using its proprietary DNA methylation technology. The firm develops and commercializes blood-based diagnostic products across multiple cancer indications with high medical need. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

AMGEN GmbH develops, manufactures, and markets human therapeutics based on cellular biology. It was established to help sell and distribute biotechnical therapies for the treatment of such ailments as chemotherapy side effects, chronic kidney failure, and rheumatoid arthritis. Among the group's products are Epogen & Aranesp for the treatment of anemia in people with chronic kidney disease; Neupogen & Neulasta to help restore white blood cell counts for cancer patients and Enbrel for the treatment of psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

BioM AG Munich BioTech Development (BMBD) is a venture capital firm specialized in the life sciences sector. Located in Martinsried on the outskirts of Munich, BMBD was established in 2002 to manage the investment portfolio of BioM AG, a regional technology transfer and venture capital services company. BioM was created in 1997 following Munich's selection in the Government-sponsored BioRegio Competition, and provides business support services to Munich-based biotechnology companies, focusing on start-ups. BMBD manages the BioM Venture Capital fund. Their clients include regional banks, German and European private equity firms and private individuals. The firm operates in partnership with public entities, in particular the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and HighTech Gründerfonds (HTGF), a partnership between the Government of Germany, the KfW banking group and leading technology corporations.

Rentschler Biopharma SE develops and produces pharmaceutical products. Its solutions include bioprocess development, bio manufacturing, associated consulting activities including cell line process, cell culture, aseptic filling, consulting, planning and project management services. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Laupheim, Germany.

Dr. Rentschler Holding GmbH & Co. KG operates as a holding company with interests in pharmaceutical research and production. Its services include project management, cell line and process developing, as well as analytics and quality controlling solutions. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Laupheim, Germany.

The Independent Community Bankers of America provides community banking services. The private company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. Rebeca Romero-Rainey has been the CEO of the American company since 2011.

QIAGEN Aarhus A/S develops and markets software and hardware solutions and consultancy services within bioinformatics. Its products include workbench, server solutions, database, and modules. The company was founded by Thomas Knudsen and Bjarne Knudsen in 2004 and is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark.

Curetis GmbH operates as a molecular diagnostics company which focuses on the development and commercialization of products for diagnosing severe infectious diseases. The firm offers diagnostic solutions for hospitals and large-scale laboratories. Its products include Unyvero L4 Lysator, Unyvero C8 Cockpit, Unyvero A50 Analyzer, and Unyvero Application Cartridges. The company was founded by Andreas Boos, Johannes Bacher, Gerd Lüdke, and Anne Thews in August 2007 and is headquartered in Holzgerlingen, Germany.

Sumitomo Electric Bordnetze SE engages in the development, production, and sale of wire harnesses. It also offers cable ducts, cable clips, and electrical junction boxes. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Wolfsburg-Hattorf, Germany.

Max-Delbrück-Centrum für Molekulare Medizin operates as a biomedical research institute. It engages in translating discoveries from molecular research into applications to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of major human diseases. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Catherex, Inc. provides medical research services. The company was founded by Michael A. Christini and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

Amnisure International LLC manufactures and distributes medical assays in determining the presence of a rupture of fetal membranes in pregnant women. The firm’s technology includes Amnisure ROM test, PAMG-1 Protein, Lateral Flow, Alpha Fetoprotein and Biomarker Testing for PROM and Non-Invasive PROM & pPROM testing. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

International Center For Biosaline Agriculture operates a research center. It offers research and innovation, Bio-saline agriculture, quinoa, agriculture diversification, waste water reuse, marginal environments, climate change, and natural resource management. The Company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.

GNA Biosolutions GmbH develops instruments for molecular pathogen detection. The firm offers PCA technology, lab and portable solutions. The company was founded by Joachim Stehr, Federico Bürsgens and Lars Ullerich in 2010 and is headquartered in Martinsried, Germany.

Part of QIAGEN NV, QIAGEN Sciences LLC is a company that manufactures and distributes sample and assay technology products for preanalytical sample preparations. The company is based in Germantown, MD.

Part of QIAGEN NV, Qiagen Hong Kong Pte Ltd. is a company that manufactures and wholesales laboratory equipment. The company is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

INDICAL BIOSCIENCE GmbH provides solutions for molecular diagnostics for vet-specific applications. It offers diagnostics for better animal and human health. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Leipzig, Germany.

Curetis USA, Inc. engages in the manufacture and development of diagnostic instruments. The company is headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD.

The Council of European Bioregions is a membership-based biotechnology organization. The Spanish company was founded by Horst Domdey.

Neovii Biotech GmbH develops and markets biopharmaceutical products in the field of transplantation. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Gräfelfing, Germany.