Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a Phoenix, Arizona-based nonprofit organization dedicated to conducting groundbreaking research with life-changing results. TGen is part of City of Hope, a world-renowned independent research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. This precision medicine affiliation enables both institutes to complement each other in research and patient care, with City of Hope providing a significant clinical setting to advance scientific discoveries made by TGen. TGen is focused on helping patients with neurological disorders, cancer, diabetes and infectious diseases through cutting-edge translational research (the process of rapidly moving research toward patient benefit). TGen physicians and scientists work to unravel the genetic components of both common and complex rare diseases in adults and children. Working with collaborators in the scientific and medical communities worldwide, TGen makes a substantial contribution to help patients through efficiency and effectiveness of the translational process. For more information, visit: tgen.org. Follow TGen on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter @TGen. | About TGen, part of City of Hope Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) is a Phoenix, Arizona-based nonprofit organization dedicated to conducting groundbreaking research with life-changing results. TGen is part of City of Hope, a world-renowned independent research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. This precision medicine affiliation enables both institutes to complement each other in research and patient care, with City of Hope providing a significant clinical setting to advance scientific discoveries made by TGen. TGen is focused on helping patients with neurological disorders, cancer, diabetes and infectious diseases through cutting-edge translational research (the process of rapidly moving research toward patient benefit). TGen physicians and scientists work to unravel the genetic components of both common and complex rare diseases in adults and children. Working with collaborators in the scientific and medical communities worldwide, TGen makes a substantial contribution to help patients through efficiency and effectiveness of the translational process. For more information about TGen, follow us on Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Phase Clinical Services
Your complete resource for oncology clinical trials and biospecimens | Phase Clinical Services is a biospecimen provider headquartered in the New York area which specializes in science-driven and large-scale projects. Utilizing our global network of collection sites, we provide a wide range of materials, such as tumor tissue, blood products, FFPE blocks, cell preparations (e.g. PBMCs, CD34 cells), bulk plasma etc. We cover indications for oncology, infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions, many other disorders, as well as healthy volunteer studies. Our clients are pharma and biotech companies from startup to the top-ten level, assay developers, high-end academic institutions, and the U.S. government. We maintain an FDA-registered cell isolation lab in Milwaukee and an in-house pathology service. | Phase Clinical Services is a biospecimen provider headquartered in the New York area which specializes in science-driven and large-scale projects. Utilizing our global network of collection sites, we provide a wide range of materials, such as tumor tissue, blood products, FFPE blocks, cell preparations (e.g. PBMCs, CD34 cells), bulk plasma etc. We cover indications for oncology, infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions, many other disorders, as well as healthy volunteer studies.
iLoF
iLoF is a digital health company pioneering a breakthrough AI-platform to accelerate the future of personalized drug discovery and development. Through advanced AI and Photonics, iLoF is collecting massive amounts of data to build a digital library of biomarkers and biological profiles, bringing together world-class physicists, biologists, and data scientists to get life-saving personalized treatments to patients faster. Recognized by CB Insights as one of the top Digital Health companies in the world and by the Financial Times as a Transformational Business in Healthcare, iLoF is supported by leading institutions like Microsoft Ventures, Mayfield or the Oxford University, and has been regularly featured by outlets like Tech Crunch, Wired, or Sifted as a rising star in AI-Driven Drug Discovery, Health Screening & Data Analytics.
HiComp
Established in 2014, HiComp Microtech stands as a premier original design manufacturer specializing in advanced microfluidics products and laboratory consumables. Our solutions boost precision, efficiency, and reliability from prototyping to mass production. Quality, performance and affordability are our priorities. | Established in 2014, HiComp Microtech is a leading original design manufacturer (ODM) specializing in advanced microfluidic products and laboratory consumables. Our ISO-certified and FDA-registered facilities span 100,000 sq. ft., including approximately 40,000 sq. ft. of high-standard cleanroom space. We provide precision, efficiency, and reliability from prototyping through volume production, serving renowned pharmaceutical and clinical diagnostic companies globally. With a proven track record, HiComp has successfully completed over 100 commercialized projects. Our services include: • Product Design • 3D Printing • CNC Micro Milling • MEMS Manufacturing • PDMS Manufacturing • Organoids/Organ on a Chip • Cleanroom Injection Molding • Surface Functionalization • Bonding & Sealing • Custom Microwell Plates • Assembly & Automation • Reagent Storage and Lyophilization
CTCELLS
CTCELLS is an innovative cancer diagnostics and drug development company founded on the belief that effective cancer care requires solutions tailored to each individual. Powered by Circulating Tumor Cell (CTC) liquid biopsy, CTCELLS enables automated isolation of diverse CTC subtypes to better capture the full biological heterogeneity of cancer. To translate these insights into actionable research and clinical value, CTCELLS integrates its proprietary Continuous Centrifugal Microfluidics (CCM) technology for robust, automated CTC processing, lossless cell staining enabled by hydrogel-based HypICC to preserve cellular information for downstream analysis, and single-cell picking to support precise molecular profiling and functional characterization. By connecting cancer-specific cellular characteristics with the most suitable therapies, CTCELLS is committed to improving patient outcomes and accelerating the development of next-generation treatments, bringing new hope to patients facing difficult-to-treat cancers. | CTCELLS is an innovative biotechnology company striving for a total solution for cancer. With platform technologies in both therapeutics and diagnostics, the RACE platform is designed to deliver safer and more effective immunotherapies by optimizing the selection and administration of treatment based on a patient’s unique immunological profile. The TRACE Platform, on the other hand, is a cutting-edge liquid biopsy system that captures all types of Circulating Tumor Cells (CTCs). This allows for more precise diagnostics and treatment planning, targeting a range of cancer types. CTCELLS is committed to improving patient outcomes by integrating the latest in scientific research and technology into their products.
CancerFree Biotech
CancerFree Biotech has a patented system to create patient-derived organoids (PDO) using a bionic tumor culture system, which can be used as an avatar to help physicians and patients develop the optimal cancer treatment strategy. The technology uses blood specimens, making it easy and non-intrusive, and has been successful in deriving 130+ different types of solid tumors from real-world cancer patients. CancerFree Biotech is also collaborating with pharmaceutical companies, using their PDO model to predict clinical trial outcomes during the drug development process, potentially helping to validate compounds during the preclinical and clinical trial phases. | CancerFree Biotech has developed a proprietary cancer cell culture system called E.V.A. (Ex Vivo Avatar). E.V.A. combines 3D cell culture scaffolding with AI image recognition to facilitate tumor cell proliferation. Using just 20mL of patient blood, the platform grows tumor cells to generate heterogeneous organoid models that closely mimic the patient’s internal tumor. These models allow pharmaceutical companies to identify the best candidates for clinical trials by validating the efficacy of their drugs in suppressing tumor cells from real patients. | CancerFree Biotech has developed Prometheus Lab AI, a smart-glasses platform that automates R&D lab documentation. With hands-free, real-time workflow capture, Prometheus converts visual input into structured experiment records, reducing manual errors and significantly cutting down on documentation time.
BloodScan Biotech Inc.
BloodScan Biotech Inc. is a biotechnology company dedicated to precision oncology. Founded through technology transfer from a research team at the University of Michigan, BloodScan focuses on advancing innovations in liquid biopsy with the goal of becoming a key global driver in early cancer detection and disease monitoring. Our flagship product, Labyrinth One, is the world’s only liquid biopsy system capable of achieving tissue-biopsy-comparable performance. The system enables stable, fully automated enrichment of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and delivers ultra-sensitive capabilities for early cancer screening and monitoring. Three Core Advantages: 1. Reliable CTC Isolation and Monitoring in Advanced Cancer – Enables disease monitoring and treatment response assessment in late-stage patients. 2. Tissue-Biopsy-Comparable Performance – Provides accuracy and biological integrity comparable to conventional histopathology. 3. Ultra-Sensitive Early Cancer Screening – Enhances early cancer detection rates to support more precise and timely treatment decisions. Our vision is to establish CTCs as a central pillar of next-generation cancer diagnostics, empowering healthcare systems worldwide to deliver earlier, more precise, and more personalized cancer care. | BloodScan Biotech Inc. Pioneering Liquid Biopsy for Precision Oncology BloodScan Biotech Inc. is a biotechnology company at the forefront of next-generation liquid biopsy technologies, committed to transforming cancer diagnostics through precision medicine. Established in 2023 as a spin-off from the University of Michigan, BloodScan focuses on advancing circulating tumor cell (CTC) isolation to improve early cancer detection, real-time treatment monitoring, and personalized therapeutic decision-making. The heart of BloodScan’s innovation is the Labyrinth One – Automated CTC Enrichment System, a compact, benchtop platform designed for high-throughput, label-free isolation of viable CTCs directly from blood samples. Unlike traditional antibody-based capture technologies, Labyrinth One utilizes microfluidic separation to deliver exceptional purity, recovery, and reproducibility—all within a 15-minute workflow. This allows for seamless integration into both clinical and research laboratory settings, enabling routine use of CTCs for diagnostics and translational oncology research. BloodScan’s mission is to bridge the gap between academic innovation and clinical implementation. Through strategic partnerships with research institutes, oncology centers, and clinical laboratories, the company aims to accelerate the adoption of liquid biopsy technologies and expand access to non-invasive cancer diagnostics that can meaningfully improve patient outcomes.