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By Theresa Phillips, About.com Guide to Biotech / Biomedical

Financing a Biotech Startup

Monday March 19, 2007
Any new business is likely to need some startup capital before it begins bringing in revenue. This is especially true for a biotech company where extensive research is required prior to launching a new product. Many new biotech startups are born in academic research labs. Scientists looking to commercialize the products of their research might receive financial and professional help from their home institutions. Academic assistance or research grants are just one of the five potential sources of financial aid I have identified in my Top 5 Suggestions for Financing a Startup. Check it out for more details, advice for getting bank loans and an explanation of different types of investors and Venture Capital.

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