"At Acuity Pharmaceuticals we faced many challenges back in 2003. Five years later, we can view our scientific and financial successes with the benefit of hindsight to seek the contributing factors to that success. BioAdvance was one of the first companies we presented our company to. We received quick feedback and then were involved in a thorough diligence process which gave us more input and encouragement. At that early juncture, BioAdvance decided to invest, yet it was far more than money that made the difference. The BioAdvance team provided contacts and an effective sounding board for our development during those formative years."

Dale Pfost
Former CEO
Acuity Pharmaceuticals
Philadelphia, PA

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The Greater Philadelphia Life Science Guide (GPLSG) is available at www.gplsg.com or www.look4science.com. The guide is a compilation of regional resources such as industry-supporting Associations, Companies, Service Providers, Investment Sources/Funds, and Economic Development Agencies. Visit the guide or click on the link above to add your regional life science company or organizaiton - it's free!

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BioAdvance Funding Workshop Presentation

Attached is an electronic copy of the proprietary presentation that BioAdvance developed and used at its May 27, 2009 funding workshop. It is recommended that all applicants review the contents prior to applying for funding.

Presentation Guidelines (New York Angels)

New York Angels (www.newyorkangels.com) provides entrepreneurs with a list of presentation tips for entrepreneurs applying for funding.

Facilities: Greater Philadelphia Resources Catalog - Working Draft

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Select Greater Philadelphia in conjunction with BioAdvance and several regional organizations have collaborated to build a living document that tracks much of the space and resources necessary for emerging companies and entrepreneurs. BioAdvance space is by invitation and generally for the use of portfolio companies. Please contact us or Select Greater Philadelphia for this working draft. (June 09 version attached).

Blog: http://blogs.wsj.com/health/2008/03/14/ -- Wall Street Journal Blog on Health and the Business of Health

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