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Thanks Darpa: Minimally Invasive “Stentrode” Shows Potential as Neural Interface for Brain

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The technology was developed under DARPA’s Reliable Neural-Interface Technology (RE-NET) program , and offers new potential for safely expanding the use of brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) to treat physical disabilities and neurological disorders.

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2021 GeekWire Awards revealed: Big winners, surprise guests, and the best in Pacific NW tech

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Other finalists: Accolade; Athira Pharma; Rover; and Sana Biotechnology. Winner: Adaptive Biotechnologies. Lance Baldo, chief medical officer at Adaptive Biotechnologies. Adaptive Biotechnologies developed a first-of-its kind diagnostic tool called T-Detect COVID. Deal of the Year – Funding, presented by Wilson Sonsini.

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Meet the unicorns: A look at the 15 Seattle-area startups that boast valuations over $1 billion

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That list dropped by three last year when Remitly and Sana Biotechnology completed their initial public offerings and Auth0 sold to Okta for $6.5 Co-founder and CEO : Nick Fajt , former principal program manager working on Microsoft’s HoloLens. Industry : Gaming. GeekWire story from Dec. Valuation : $3.5 Founded : 2016.

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List of the world’s top female futurists (Update #5)

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Presentations and projects find her speaking to her interests, the importance of safe equanimity and its impact on the nexus of biotechnology and cultural design. She has previously worked in Human Resources for Pfizer and consulted with various companies and individuals apart from her Psychotherapy private practice.

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