UNLV is Nevada’s premier public research university and a powerhouse for groundbreaking discovery and innovation, particularly in life sciences and biotechnology. At the forefront of UNLV’s industry and business engagement are our dynamic offices of Economic Development and Technology Transfer, serving as vital connectors between pioneering research and impactful commercialization opportunities. UNLV’s cutting-edge Brain Health Department as well as the innovative Wastewater Surveillance Laboratory exemplify our bold approach to solving complex health and environmental challenges. Researchers at these centers drive groundbreaking advancements with profound implications for neuroscience, public health, environmental monitoring, and disease prevention. Uniquely situated within a collaborative and vibrant regional ecosystem, UNLV thrives alongside major stakeholders committed to ambitious, strategic coordination and innovative thinking. This environment enables business and industry partnerships to flourish, supported by open communication and outside-the-box planning that accelerate shared success. At BIO International 2025, our goal is clear: to connect industry leaders, visionaries, and partners directly with UNLV’s exceptional talent, transformative research capabilities, and rich pipeline of licensable technologies. Opportunities abound at UNLV for collaborative sponsored research, tailored workforce development programs, robust startup incubation support, and access to patented university technologies poised for commercialization. Discover how partnering with UNLV can propel your organization’s priorities forward through innovative solutions and collaborations. Connect with us at BIO to harness the full potential of our research excellence and vibrant innovation ecosystem. | UNLV, a Carnegie R1 research institution, is a key player in the delegation’s efforts. UNLV emphasizes industry engagement through opportunities for students, strong bio research, innovation, a collaborative research and technology park, and commercialization of life-changing products in fields like life science, physical science, and engineering. UNLV is seeking to connect with BIOtech companies and explore collaboration opportunities.
NEUROPHET
NEUROPHET Inc., Seoul, Republic of Korea, with expertise in neuroscience. We have been focusing on developing and providing innovative medical solutions for helping patients suffering from neurological diseases. To achieve the mission, we have applied state-of-the-art AI technologies to our expertise in neuroimaging, brain modeling and neuromodulation. We are conducting research in imaging-based biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which will be valuable tool for clinical trials (surrogate biomarker for drug response and disease progression) and companion diagnostics for AD therapeutics and furthermore, global standardization for AD staging and diagnostics. Neurophet provides medical-grade solutions approved by international regulatory bodies. | Neurophet Inc. develops advanced AI-powered neuroimaging solutions to enhance the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment planning of neurological disorders. Its flagship products—AQUA AD, AQUA, and SCALE PET—deliver precise, quantitative insights into brain atrophy, lesion dynamics, and imaging biomarkers, including those associated with amyloid-targeted therapeutics (ATT) and amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA), through MRI and PET imaging. | Neurophet is a specialized company developing AI-powered brain imaging analysis solutions and therapeutic medical devices, covering the full cycle of neurological care — from MRI and PET analysis to wearable brain stimulation devices. We support medical institutions with AI-based imaging for diagnosis and treatment monitoring, and provide standardized central imaging services for global pharmaceutical clinical trials through our Imaging Core Lab (ICL). From the clinical frontline to global clinical trials, Neurophet is advancing as a global leader in neurological imaging analysis.
Instant NanoBiosensors Co. Ltd
Instant NanoBiosensors (INB) is an innovative precision medicine company specializing in ultra-sensitive protein-based blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease and gene-based solutions for leukemia through its INLab NGS Solution. Revolutionizing Alzheimer’s Diagnostics Leveraging our proprietary Fiber Optic Particle Plasmon Resonance (FOPPR™) technology, we provide a non-invasive, rapid, and cost-effective solution for the early detection of Alzheimer’s-related biomarkers. Our technology enhances diagnostic accuracy, accelerates drug development, and supports personalized medicine applications for medical institutions and pharmaceutical companies. INB is the only point-of-care testing (POCT) platform on the market that enables end-to-end solutions—from antibody analysis to ultra-sensitive assay development. This platform has been adopted by the EU-funded TAuimMunE (TAME) project as a key training tool for PhD researchers. Current blood biomarker diagnostic methods are often expensive, centralized, and require specialized personnel to operate. INB’s solution addresses these limitations by making early Alzheimer’s detection more accessible and affordable. Our goal is to provide a highly accessible and precise diagnostic platform that enhances patient care and therapeutic outcomes worldwide. Leukemia Precision Medicine: INLab NGS Solution In leukemia diagnostics, INB has developed a comprehensive NGS Precision Medicine Solution that streamlines the entire workflow—from sample processing to final report generation—with fully integrated instruments, reagents, and software. We have extensive experience collaborating with National Taiwan University Hospital, working closely with hematology and oncology specialists to develop clinically relevant diagnostic reagents. Our solution currently serves nearly 70% of leukemia patients in Taiwan and has also been adopted by Yale Medical Center in the United States. Key Advantages of Our Solution ✅ Enhanced Accuracy and Efficiency: Our proprietary DimerOff™ technology minimizes primer dimer formation and sequencing noise, producing cleaner, more accurate sequencing data. This significantly improves sensitivity for detecting MDS/AML-related mutations, ensures higher clinical reliability, reduces sequencing costs by more than 50%, and shortens the turnaround time to just three days. ✅ MRD Detection & MPN Monitoring: Our solution enables precise monitoring of measurable residual disease (MRD) and myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN), supporting long-term patient management and treatment adjustments. ✅ Customizable Panels for Specific Clinical Needs: We work closely with clinicians and researchers to develop NGS panels tailored to specific research and diagnostic requirements. Our flexible approach optimizes mutation detection, enhances patient stratification, and reduces operational costs for both research and clinical applications. Through continuous innovation and strategic partnerships, INB is committed to transforming precision medicine and improving patient outcomes worldwide. We Are Seeking Partnerships With: International Distributors interested in bringing our innovative diagnostic solutions to global markets. Biotech Companies looking for co-development opportunities in assay and panel development. Pharmaceutical Companies seeking companion diagnostics solutions to support targeted drug development. Hospitals & CROs aiming to establish a comprehensive precision medicine system within their organization. Scientists & Research Institutions interested in collaborative grant applications. If you are interested in collaborating with us, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how INB’s cutting-edge solutions can support your research, clinical, and commercial objectives.
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.
GCCL
Accelerate your global trials with GCCL – All-in-One Clinical Lab Solution (Central Lab + BA Lab + R&D) GCCL, a Lab CRO based in South Korea, specializing in clinical sample analysis services for all phases of trials. With an exclusive lab service available for clinical trials and a logistics system that meets global quality standards, GCCL is building trust with over 200 partners globally by providing a sample analysis and bioanalytical service spanning the entire cycle of clinical trials to meet customer demands. Based in Korea as a strategic hub for the Asia-Pacific region, GCCL is South Korea’s only provider of a fully integrated “all-in-one lab solution,” combining a Central Lab, Bioanalytical Lab, and Biosafety Level 3/2 (BL3) facilities. This unified approach delivers consistent analytical quality, reliable data, and reduced time and costs by minimizing sample handling. Leveraging its proprietary G-HUB IT platform, cutting-edge analytical technologies, and global LIMS, GCCL provides end-to-end, high-quality clinical sample analysis services—from collection to storage—positioning itself as a trusted partner in drug development. Its dedicated R&D lab drives method development, biomarker discovery, and the evaluation of innovative analytical technologies, continuously enhancing capabilities to meet evolving clinical trial needs. -Supporting clinical trials with comprehensive laboratory services across all therapeutic areas and pipelines (from sample collection and kit production to analysis and storage) -Collaborating on R&D for pipelines, including biosimilars, bioanalysis, assays, and more -Offering clinical trial consulting, including study design and regulatory/approval support
CheckImmune GmbH
CheckImmune is an innovative immune biomarker CRO for preclinical and clinical programs. As a spin-off company of Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin we have strong links to academic state-of-the art research. CheckImmune is providing biomarker studies with focus on novel immunotherapeutics (small molecules, biologics, Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products – ATMPs) and immunological challenges in other medical areas. CheckImmune is specialized in the development and validation of immunological biomarkers for global clinical trials and accredited according to ISO 17025 and 15189 with fulfilling the requirements of GCLP (Good Clinical Laboratory Practice). Our core expertise includes assay development and validation for Receptor Occupancy, Flow Cytometry, Multiplex Cytokine Analyses, Functional Tests, Single Cell Multiomics, and Tissue Biopsies. We are a certified service provider for 10x Genomics, Olink, and ProteinSimple Ella. We are a team of well recognized experts for immune biomarker analyses and data interpretation. Our Services are Selection/validation of drug lead candidates, Phase 0 studies with access to fresh patient material, Therapy monitoring (safety, efficacy/stratification) and Data analysis and scientific & medical interpretation. At CheckImmune, we develop highly specialized immunological biomarker assays and provide end-to-end lab services for clinical and preclinical trials. From assay design to regulatory-grade data analysis – we help biopharma companies understand immune responses with precision. We are a certified service provider for 10x Genomics, OLINK and bio-techne. With a track record of more than 90 industry-sponsored trials and 120,000 samples we have earned an excellent international reputation. Selection/validation of drug lead candidates Application of a broad panel of customized and off-the-shelf biomarker tests using cutting-edge technologies for lead candidate selection. Phase 0 studies with access to fresh patient material Proof-of-concept studies on biosamples from target patient populations (phase 0) to develop and confirm selected biomarker test portfolios for following therapy monitoring. Therapy monitoring Therapy monitoring in clinical trials to check safety, PD/PK, patient stratification with a wide range of validated assays as well as newly developed customized methods. Data analysis and scientific & medical interpretation CheckImmune is backed by a world-renowned team of experts with years of academic and commercial experience in the field of immune biomarkers. Technology used Our Technology platforms are – Complex Flow & Spectral Cytometry – Molecular & Multi-Omics Analysis: Bulk RNAseq, TCR /BCR repertoire, Single cell Multiomics (RNAseq, TCRseq, CITEseq) Spatial multi-omics, qRT- PCR (e.g. IFN signature) and digitalPCR – Multiplex Ligand Assays (MSD, Ella, OLINK) – Functional Assays – Anti-Drug Response (ADA/ADT)