OBI Client Company Recent Wins
- The EndoSound® team is proud to share another significant milestone — FDA 510(k) clearance for our Biopsy Port Adapter (BPA).
The BPA transforms the biopsy/working channel port of Olympus or FUJI upper gastrointestinal endoscopes into a luer-lock connector, enabling seamless integration of the Micro-Tech Endoscopy FNA and FNB needles with the EndoSound Vision System™ (EVS™).
This marks yet another 510(k)-cleared device in our growing portfolio—a reflection of the innovation, agility, and dedication of our small but exceptional team. As we near the launch of our next-generation EVS, this achievement reinforces our commitment to advancing accessible, high-quality endoscopic ultrasound for the ASC.
- Hemex Health captured the Growth Stage Award at the 2025 OEN Entrepreneurship Awards, a recognition reserved for companies showing strong traction, market readiness, and serious growth potential. It is a well earned milestone that highlights their steady momentum and the impact they continue to make in Oregon’s biotech community.
- We are continuing to advance the science of noninvasive circulatory dysfunction monitoring; introducing yet another patent to our IP portfolio at ProMedix Inc – Precision Patient Monitoring!
Learn more about OBI’s 30 startups by visiting our website!
A Warm Welcome to Our New Board Member, Caitlin Vargas
We are thrilled to welcome Caitlin Vargas to the OBI and OTRADI Board of Directors. Caitlin brings a sharp strategic mind paired with a big heart for community, and she has spent her career opening doors for entrepreneurs who historically haven’t had a seat at the table. As Co-Founder and Vice President of Community Impact and Partnerships at the Collaborative Economic Development Organization, she has built statewide initiatives that help female founders access capital, mentorship, and the networks needed to grow. Her leadership at Onward Eugene and the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce set a new bar for innovation, including launching Oregon’s first accelerator to provide free childcare for women entrepreneurs.
Caitlin’s background spans economic development, nonprofit leadership, communications, fundraising, and regional policy. She has served on numerous boards across transportation, housing, leadership development, and bioscience. She also somehow manages life as a proud mother of four competitive soccer players, channeling the same energy and teamwork that define her professional approach. We are excited for the vision and momentum she will bring to our board and to the bioscience community we serve.
February 2026 Workshop Alert: Boost Your Grant Readiness
If securing non-dilutive funding is on your radar for 2026, this is the workshop you do not want to miss. Our SBIR and STTR Grant Preparation Workshop in February will break down the art, science, and strategy behind winning proposals, giving you practical tools you can put to work the same day. You will learn exactly what agencies look for, how to position your innovation, and how to avoid the pitfalls that sink otherwise strong applications. Whether you are gearing up for your first submission or aiming to boost your competitiveness, this workshop will help you walk in confident and walk out ready.
Registration details available HERE.
Sponsored by The Biotech Collective and hosted by OHSU and OBI.
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OBI BioMembership Launches January 2026
Starting January 2026, a new way to belong to the OBI community is taking shape. OBI BioMembership gives innovators, founders, and bioscience professionals the chance to stay connected to the people, programs, and energy that make OBI the hub of Oregon’s life science ecosystem.
No lab lease required, just a passion for what’s next.
Membership details and registration coming soon. Stay tuned to be among the first to join!
Oregon’s New AI Accelerator: Powering the Future of Innovation
Applications are now open for the new Oregon AI Accelerator, launched in partnership with Google and built to fast track the next generation of AI driven companies. This program will bring early stage founders into a supportive ecosystem filled with mentorship, technical guidance, and business development support, along with startup friendly funding designed to help teams move quickly. The first cohort kicks off in 2025, and the application window closes December 15. If you are working on an AI innovation and ready to scale, this is a strong opportunity to gain visibility, sharpen your roadmap, and accelerate your path to market.
Dedicated Desks Now Available in OBI’s Co-Working Space
Due to high demand, OBI is excited to announce that dedicated desk leases in our co-working space are once again available. These desks offer a professional, collaborative environment ideal for biotech innovators looking for a productive place to work and connect with like-minded professionals.
To learn more about the available spaces and how they can support your company’s growth, visit our facilities page to fill out the inquiry form at the bottom. Don’t miss this opportunity to become part of our thriving biotech community!
Upcoming Events at OBI
Accelerate Biotech Happy Hour
Thursday, December 4th | 5:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m.
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Virtual Lunch & Learn:
Leadership R&D-How to Lead Yourself & Your Team Through….Well, Anything
Wednesday, December 17th | 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Community Events
2025 Angel Oregon Life & Bioscience: Investment Announcement Mixer
Monday, December 1st | 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
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