We are excited to announce that Sandbox Bioscience, an ambitious biotech start-up founded by a team of virology experts from the Oxford ecosystem, has joined the BioEscalator.
To celebrate International Women's Day 2025, the BioEscalator was delighted to host a double panel discussion and networking event with EnSpire Oxford and Advanced Oxford.
In its first major refresh since its establishment in 2018, the BioEscalator is delighted to welcome five leading University of Oxford academics and innovators to its Management Board. Professors Catherine Green OBE, Beth Psaila, Molly Stevens DBE, Krina Zondervan and Peter Callow, Financial Controller of the Medical Sciences Division at the University of Oxford. The Management Board provides a source of expertise for BioEscalator tenants and works to enhance research at the University by building strong links with small life sciences companies.
We are excited to welcome Eterna Biologics, a University of Oxford biotech spinout company with a mission to unleash the full potential of RNA medicines. The company aims to enhance global health by expanding the applicability of RNA-targeting medicine to develop treatment for a wide range of human conditions.
We are delighted to welcome RE-AIM Therapeutics to the BioEscalator community, a start-up focused on developing antibody-based curative therapies for inflammatory disorders, such as psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease.
SiGenex is advancing genomic medicine with its innovative, artificial intelligence-powered in-hospital sequencing platform. The company's technology is designed to transform how hospitals, clinics, and medical centres perform targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS) tests.
Bioarchitech's departure from the BioEscalator marks the beginning of an exciting new phase for the pioneering cancer therapy company, as it transitions to the next stage of its innovative journey.
The 5th Annual BioEscalator Pitch Battle was an exciting showcase of fierce competition and groundbreaking innovations. With seven categories, ten companies competing for the top spot, and \u00a32000 in prize money at stake, the judges faced a formidable task in selecting the winners.
Our Business Manager, Dr Claire Shingler, participated in a collaborative project highlighting the strong partnerships between academic and industry professionals in the Medical Sciences Division. In this project, Claire shared her story and discussed her role in managing Oxford's biomedical science incubator. She discussed her motivations and the rewarding experiences she has had in supporting innovative spin-outs.
MediMab Biotherapeutics announces its graduation from the BioEscalator. This move represents a major milestone for the company as it relocates to Abingdon Science Park, positioning itself for further expansion and cutting-edge research in immuno-oncology.
The BioEscalator recently marked its 5th anniversary with a celebration that showcased the impressive journeys of some of its current and graduated biotech companies.
The BioEscalator community engaged with the talented cohort of innovators from The Africa Oxford Health Innovation Platform (AfOx-HIP) programme, a collaborative initiative by the University of Oxford fostering innovation and entrepreneurship to address crucial health challenges in Africa.
Dr. Khwaja Islam's Apprentice Manager Award nomination shows his commitment to providing excellent apprenticeship training and cultivating a skilled workforce for the future.
The event provided an excellent opportunity for BioEscalator residents to connect and build relationships with their colleagues and neighbours outside of the workplace. It also offered a much-needed break from the daily work routine.
Pitching a business idea to potential investors is nerve-wracking for any entrepreneur. The pressure to effectively convey a company's vision, potential, and market viability can be overwhelming. However, for the innovative companies associated with the BioEscalator, this task became an opportunity to shine at the fourth annual BioEscalator Pitch Battle.
The BioEscalator and Oxford University Innovation teamed up to hold an event to showcase the state-of-the-art laboratory facilities at the University of Oxford to resident BioEscalator companies and start-ups from the Oxfordshire innovation ecosystem.
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