Episode 8: Osso's Virtual Reality Addresses the Gap in Surgical Training

Virtual training and education has never been more important. Even before COVID-19, Osso VR identified a training gap for surgeons, nurses, OR staff, and surgical sales reps in North America. They created a technology to address the surgical training gap which uses virtual reality to improve patient outcomes, increase the adoption of higher-value medical technologies and provide access to critical education globally.

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The Bottom Line: Candid Advice from Angel Investor Randy Thompson

On today's episode of The Platform, we learn about angel and venture investing in the life sciences sector. Randy Thompson, Chairman and CEO of Valhalla Private Capital, gives us a window into the inner workings of venture capital funds and also provides listeners with valuable advice for fundraising in today's business environment.

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Episode 5: New Device Hits the Mark for Parkinson's Patients

In this episode of The Platform, Lise Pape, Founder and Managing Director of Walk With Path joins us to discuss how this new laser shoe technology is paving the way for people living with Parkinson’s Disease. As the company begins to seek investment, you’ll hear about the concept, the numbers, and the opportunity.

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Episode 4: The Future of Digital Therapeutics

Globally, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) has invested more than $23 million US towards the development of a vaccine for COVID-19 and, as of now, it is expected that around 20 companies have potential medicines in various stages of development, with at least four existing medicines now in late phase clinical trials. Meanwhile there are around fifty projects exploring a variety of vaccine technologies, many of them industry/academia collaborations, and the most advanced entering early phase clinical trials... But what does this all mean? And when can we expect to see a vaccine? We chat with Dr. Beatnice Setnik of Altasciences to uncover the timeline and process in getting a vaccine to market.

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Getting a Vaccine to Market: The Timeline, the Process, and What to Expect with Dr. Beatrice Setnik of Altasciences

Globally, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) has invested more than $23 million US towards the development of a vaccine for COVID-19 and, as of now, it is expected that around 20 companies have potential medicines in various stages of development, with at least four existing medicines now in late phase clinical trials. Meanwhile there are around fifty projects exploring a variety of vaccine technologies, many of them industry/academia collaborations, and the most advanced entering early phase clinical trials... But what does this all mean? And when can we expect to see a vaccine? We chat with Dr. Beatnice Setnik of Altasciences to uncover the timeline and process in getting a vaccine to market.

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Introducing The Platform: The Go-To Podcast for Deal Markers in Life Sciences + Pharma

We are flying high off the announcement of our brand new website, but the fun doesn’t end there!. As promised, Sosna + Co has big things on the way. We are so excited to announce our very own podcast, The Platform!  The Platform will bring together thought leaders and industry experts to discuss the ever-changing life science industry. We will bring you up to speed on current events, educated on the inner workings of the industry and keep you well ahead of the curve on trends in the life science industry. The best part? Episode 1 launches tomorrow! Read on to learn about what’s in store and where you can have a listen!

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