AlphaThera recently launched a powerful new bio-conjugation product enabling researchers to site-specifically label their antibodies with synthetic strands of DNA, otherwise known as oligonucleotides. The oYo-Link Oligo product can be used in advanced research applications including subcellular feature analysis with multiplexing, ultra high sensitivity protein detection with Immuno-PCR, and other next-gen single cell analysis techniques.

On Thursday, December 3, 1776 invited Jenn Maher, CEO of 1776, for a chance to be interviewed for their final installment of Startup Grind: PHL. As a graduate of George Washington University and Villanova University: Charles Widger School of Law, Jenn always envisioned herself becoming an attorney and working as a partner in a successful law firm.

Watch the Cocoa Press printer launch video here.

The University of Pennsylvania’s Division of Facilities and Real Estate Services has announced that Cocoa Press, creators of a 3D chocolate printer that produces custom chocolate creations, has expanded their leased space at the Inventor Office Building, a recently restored office space within the Pennovation Works development that allows startups and innovators to expand their footprint and grow their businesses.

Media Contact: Jennifer Rizzi, Director, Communications, Penn Facilities & Real Estate Services, 215.573.

Office amenities, access to University network, and connections to qualified professionals in the ecosystem are among key reasons for site selection.

Media Contact: Jennifer Rizzi, Director, Communications, Penn Facilities & Real Estate Services, 215.573.6107, rizzi@upenn.edu

April 9, 2019

Novel tissue-engineered nerve grafts offer a promising new technique to repair currently untreatable peripheral nerve and spinal cord injuries.

Media Contact: Jennifer Rizzi, Director, Communications, Penn Facilities & Real Estate Services, 215.573.6107, rizzi@upenn.edu

February 26, 2019

We are proud to present the PCI Ventures 2018 Spotlight. This report showcases the inventors, entrepreneurs, and partners who are at the heart of what we do. Inside, you’ll find highlights of our impressive startups, profiles of our dedicated company leaders, and examples of the unique programs and services we provide. Download the PDF here!

Pennovation by the Numbers

158,400+ # of square feet leased at the Works site 

55,000+ # of square feet acquired from property across the street (~1.25 acres)

85# of companies in the Works, including at the Pennovation Center

350# of people working daily within this innovation ecosystem

93% of office and lab space leased at the Pennovation Center

62% of dedicated space leased in the newly renovated Office Building

71# of programs hosted at the Pennovation Center

5,000+# of attendees at events held at the Works