Biomedical Research
Additional Ventures Selected as Member of ARPA-H Investor Catalyst Hub Spoke Network
September 4, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Additional Ventures was selected as a spoke for the Investor Catalyst Hub, a regional hub of ARPANET-H, a nationwide health innovation network launched by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).
Based in the Greater Boston area and managed by VentureWell, the Investor Catalyst Hub seeks to accelerate the commercialization of groundbreaking and accessible biomedical solutions. It utilizes an innovative hub-and-spoke model designed to reach a wide range of nonprofit organizations and Minority-Serving Institutions, with the ultimate aim of delivering scalable healthcare outcomes for all Americans.
“We’re thrilled to join this ecosystem of innovative thinkers,” said Kirstie Keller, Chief Executive Officer of Additional Ventures. “This opportunity represents a pivotal moment for us to engage with forward-thinking organizations tackling some of the most pressing and seemingly unsolvable health challenges. We’re excited to contribute our unique perspectives and resources to a collaborative network that is that is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare.”
Additional Ventures joins a dynamic nationwide network of organizations aligned to ARPA-H’s overarching mission to improve health outcomes through the following research focus areas: health science futures, proactive health, scalable solutions, and resilient systems. Investor Catalyst Hub spokes represent a broad spectrum of expertise, geographic diversity, and community perspectives. “Our spoke network embodies a rich and representative range of perspectives and expertise,” said Mark Marino, Vice President of Growth Strategy and Development for VentureWell and Project Director for the Investor Catalyst Hub. “Our spokes comprise a diverse network that will be instrumental in ensuring that equitable health solutions reach communities across every state and tribal nation.”
As an Investor Catalyst Hub spoke, Additional Ventures gains access to potential funding and flexible contracting for faster award execution compared to traditional government contracts. Spoke membership also offers opportunities to provide input on ARPA-H challenge areas and priorities, along with access to valuable networking opportunities and a robust resource library.