The consortium comprises of experts in microfluidics engineering process automation for cell therapies, stem cell molecular biology and bioinformatics, GMP production, and AI modelling.
MIDA Biotech
the “stem cell biologists” – consortium coordinator
MIDA Biotech (“MIDA”) is an innovation company in the field of stem cell therapy based in Leiden, The Netherlands. MIDA is creating facilities to support other biotech companies through innovation in manufacturing technologies. Besides, MIDA focuses on research and development in the field of stem cells for aging disorders, injuries and degenerative disease.
KVentures
the “artificial intelligence specialists”
KVentures is an ISO-13485 certified MedTech company based in Athens, Greece. KVentures’ mission is to use AI to increase the accuracy and speed of medical processes and deliver personalised care solutions for patients, thus prolonging their survival and improving their quality of life. KVentures’ team of developers and machine learning experts continuously work hand-in-hand with experienced scientists and medical practitioners, to deliver AI tools with practical use in the clinic.
Leiden University
the “stem cell biologists & bioinformaticians”
Leiden University, founded in 1575, is one of the leading international research universities in Europe. Prof. Micha Drukker’s team from Leiden University is a leader in research of hiPSC differentiation, biological mechanisms, stem cell manufacturing and cell therapy and highly experienced in single cell genomics.
MirCod
the “microfluidic and automation engineers”
MirCod is an IoT company based in Latvia. MirCod designs and builds state-of-the-art equipment for the fast, safe, cost-effective development and production of biologics and vaccines. MirCod’s devices are equipped with multifunctional control systems and high-technology sensors. Through this system users can reliably control and program the ongoing biotechnological processes.