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🌟 Keynote: "Restoring Abundance: In A Changing World, Nature Is The Solution" 🌟 We're thrilled to feature Danny Johnson, Head of Marketing and Communications, The Pacific Division, at The Nature Conservancy, during the Road to ECO: Nature Preservation & Repair Mixer. Join us for an engaging presentation on how restoring nature is crucial in addressing the climate crisis. Presentation Highlights: ▶ Shifting from sustaining a diminished nature to actively restoring its richness and vital functions ▶ Innovative restoration of oceans, freshwater flows, and wildlands ▶ Mitigating climate change by investing in nature-based solutions 📅 Date: July 30th 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Larta Institute HQ, Downtown Los Angeles Connect with industry experts and be part of the conversation on creating resilient environments for future generations. RSVP now to reserve your spot! 🔗 https://lu.ma/7ec5qytr Learn more at larta.org/eco 🌍

🌱 SPOTLIGHT ON TECTONICUS 🌱 FOCUSING ON IMPACT: FOOD, WATER & ENERGY SYSTEMS At Larta Institute, we are convinced that combining science, technology, human ingenuity, and community effort can offer genuine solutions to our planet’s most pressing issues. Through our strategic impact focus on Food, Water & Energy Systems, we are harnessing the power of our programs, ecosystems, and funding to foster resilience and adaptation solutions in response to climate change. Today, we spotlight Tectonicus Constructs LLC, a research-driven architecture firm founded by Ben Lepley, dedicated to elevating humankind’s integration into our natural environment. Tectonicus specializes in sustainable design across architecture, infrastructure, adaptive reuse, and historic preservation. By innovating in these areas, Tectonicus is helping to create resilient spaces that harmonize with our ecosystems while addressing the challenges of climate change. Dive into our 2023 Impact Report to learn more about our programs and the companies leading the charge. 👉 Read our 2023 Impact Report: larta.org/impact 👉 Follow us on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gSBs934x 👉 Signup for our mailing list: https://lnkd.in/gtcdE6J2 #FoodWaterEnergy #SustainableDesign #ClimateAdaptation #Resilience #SDG11 #SDG7 #SDG13

How can we make IV protection more reliable and visible to improve patient outcomes? Our #HealLA 2024 cohort member I D Device Solutions LLC is tackling this challenge head-on. Founded by Desiree Valdez, COO, and Iris Geretschnig, CEO, I D Device Solutions has developed an antimicrobial device designed to reduce Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) in both adult and pediatric patients. This innovative device forms a passive antimicrobial barrier, significantly decreasing the risk of bloodstream infections during central line usage for chemotherapy, dialysis, IV fluids, antibiotics, and hemodialysis. 🌍 The founders share, "We envisioned, designed, and patented a highly practical CLABSI prevention device. We believe our solution to IV line contamination can become an industry standard that will benefit individuals, healthcare institutions, and society as a whole." By preventing contamination, I D Device Solutions' groundbreaking device reduces antibiotic overuse and contributes to the global fight against Antibiotic Resistance. Their focus on visible, reliable IV protection not only enhances patient safety but also promotes more effective healthcare delivery. We are proud to support I D Device Solutions and their commitment to revolutionizing IV protection and combating bloodstream infections. 🌱 _________________________________ HealLA provides a free, nine-month accelerator program aimed at nurturing and scaling innovations that address healthcare insecurity, inequities, and lack of preventive care. The HealLA Bioscience and Healthcare Accelerator is supported by esteemed partners such as the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Gilead Sciences, The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, BioscienceLA, Cedars-Sinai, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, UCLA Technology Development Group, Biocom California, MedTech Color, Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics, California State University, Los Angeles, City of Hope, BioLabs, Rio Hondo College, Alliance for Southern California Innovation, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Keck Graduate Institute, WuXi Biologics. Learn more about the HealLA Bioscience and Healthcare Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/gi94ZB_f Discover the 2024 HealLA cohort: https://lnkd.in/gKRdHdzm #IVProtection #HealthcareInnovation #CLABSI #AntibioticResistance #HealLA #SDG3

🌿 Join Us for Larta Institute’s Road to ECO: Nature Preservation & Repair Mixer! 🌿 📅 Date: July 30th 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Larta Institute Headquarters, Downtown Los Angeles Discover how we can collectively sustain and improve life on our planet through interdependent initiatives and groundbreaking solutions. ✨ Event Highlights: ▶ Keynote Speaker: Danny Johnson from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) ▶ Panel Discussion: "The Butterfly Effect of Sustainable Innovation: From Land to Sea" featuring industry experts on the significant impacts of small actions within our physical systems. ▶ Networking: Connect with innovators, key partners, and dedicated community supporters working towards a sustainable future. ▶ Light Refreshments: Enjoy while mingling and sharing ideas. 🌍 Why Attend? Explore the critical role of ecosystems in providing essential resources like food, water, medicine, and materials. Discuss the future of Earth, humanity, and ecology through the lens of nature preservation and repair. 🔔 RSVP: Capacity is limited. Secure your spot by RSVPing at your earliest convenience. 🔗 https://lu.ma/7ec5qytr 📧 Inquiries: Email us at [email protected] 🚗 Parking: Self-parking available in adjacent lots.

SPOTLIGHT ON SYMBROSIA 🌱 FOCUSING ON IMPACT: NATURE PRESERVATION & REPAIR At Larta Institute, we are convinced that combining science, technology, human ingenuity, and community effort can offer genuine solutions to our planet’s most pressing issues. Through our strategic impact focus on Nature Preservation and Repair, we are harnessing the power of our programs, ecosystems, and funding to reverse environmental damage and secure a sustainable planet for generations to come. Today, we spotlight Symbrosia , a company dedicated to solving climate change with the world’s mightiest seaweed. Symbrosia’s SeaGraze, made from the red seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis, helps to reduce methane expelled from livestock, a major contributor to climate change. The Hawaii-based company conducted the world’s first commercial trial of Asparagopsis in 2020 and saw a reduction of over 75% in methane produced by livestock. SeaGraze intercepts the formation of methane without impacting the fatty acids that are involved in the production of meat and milk. Founder Alexia Akbay shares, "When SeaGraze™ is implemented into the diet of ruminant livestock, which are beef, dairy cows, sheep, and goats, it can reduce their methane emissions by over 80%—that’s a big value proposition." Dive into our 2023 Impact Report to learn more about our programs and the companies leading the charge. 👉 Read our 2023 Impact Report: larta.org/impact 👉 Follow us on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gSBs934x 👉 Signup for our mailing list: https://lnkd.in/gtcdE6J2 #NaturePreservation #SustainableInnovation #SDG13 #SDG9 #SDG12

Our #HealLA 2024 cohort member Feminora is revolutionizing women's healthcare with their innovative approach to OBGYN examinations. Founded by Christine King and Dinh Vu, Feminora is committed to redesigning the century-old medical instrument used for gynecological exams. Their mission is to enhance comfort for patients and convenience for physicians, making these vital health procedures more patient-friendly and efficient. 🌍 Christine King shares, "Our innovative design prioritizes patient comfort, eradicating the fear and anxiety surrounding routine pap smears and screenings. By fostering a more comfortable and reassuring experience, Feminora is dedicated to significantly increasing the number of women willing to undergo these crucial screenings." Feminora's redesigned speculum aims to alleviate the discomfort and stigma associated with OBGYN exams, ensuring that more women feel safe and at ease during these important health checks. Their device not only enhances patient comfort but also streamlines the exam process for physicians, promoting a more efficient and effective healthcare experience. We are proud to support Feminora and their dedication to improving women's healthcare. 🌱 HealLA provides a free, nine-month accelerator program aimed at nurturing and scaling innovations that address healthcare insecurity, inequities, and lack of preventive care. California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), U.S. Small Business Administration), Gilead Sciences, The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, BioscienceLA, Cedars-Sinai, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, UCLA Technology Development Group, Biocom California, MedTech Color, Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics, California State University, Los Angeles, City of Hope, BioLabs, Rio Hondo College, Alliance for Southern California Innovation, Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center, Keck Graduate Institute, WuXi Biologics. Learn more about the HealLA Bioscience and Healthcare Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/gi94ZB_f Discover the 2024 HealLA cohort: https://lnkd.in/gKRdHdzm #WomensHealth #HealthcareInnovation #Feminora #PatientComfort #HealLA

🌿 Congrats to Modern Meadow and Earthletica Activewear for creating a bio-based jacket for Olympic athletes! Modern Meadow is a climate-tech pioneer, shaping the future of materials through groundbreaking innovations in biology and material science. Their bio-materials technology platform, featuring nature-inspired protein solutions, offers superior performance, sustainability, scalability, and cost-efficiency, significantly reducing reliance on petrochemical and animal-based inputs. Modern Meadow's “plug and play” technologies seamlessly integrate into existing global manufacturing environments, empowering partners to introduce next-gen products across industries such as fashion, footwear, outdoor, automotive, and beauty. Larta Institute has proudly supported Modern Meadow through our NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Commercialization Assistance Program. 🔗 Dive into the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gG5KxBG2 📩 Sign up for our mailing list: https://lnkd.in/gtcdE6J2 Let’s spread the word and promote sustainability! #Sustainability #Innovation #ModernMeadow #BioMaterials #ClimateTech #olympics  #earthletica #activewear

🏘️🌱 SPOTLIGHT ON LIFTWARE 🌱🏘️ FOCUSING ON SUSTAINABLE IMPACT: EQUITABLE, HEALTHY & RESILIENT COMMUNITIES At Larta, we believe that true resilience goes beyond mere recovery from emergencies and crises — it requires the creation of inclusive communities that foster well-being for all. This is why one of our key impact areas is focused on building equitable, healthy & resilient communities. Our approach is to incorporate elements of resilience into the daily lives of individuals, ensuring that the essentials — clean water, nutritious food, secure housing, reliable energy, accessible education, and comprehensive healthcare — are not just available, but equitably distributed. By supporting innovators who are developing solutions that can foster resilience, we aim to empower communities to not only withstand economic and climate shocks, but to thrive. Today, we spotlight Liftware, a company dedicated to helping people with limited mobility retain dignity, confidence, and independence. Liftware began with a simple idea – to assist individuals with hand tremors and limited hand and arm mobility. Founded in 2012 by Anupam Pathak, Liftware was inspired by the experiences of friends and family. This motivation led to the development of technologies aimed at improving quality of life and independence for those with tremors. The Liftware team joined Google Life Sciences in 2014, which later became Verily in 2015. Founder Anupam Pathak shares, "With our device, we allow the hand to move but what you’re holding onto cancels its motion. Digital cameras already do this on a small scale so we’ve come up with technology to do it on a larger scale." Dive into our 2023 Impact Report to learn more about our programs and the companies leading the charge. 👉 Read our 2023 Impact Report: larta.org/impact 👉 Follow us on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gSBs934x 👉 Signup for our mailing list: https://lnkd.in/gtcdE6J2 #EquitableCommunities #HealthInnovation #ResilientCommunities #SDG3

We're thrilled to congratulate our 2024 Venture Fellows cohort company, Gradible and Founder & CEO Yadira Diaz, for being featured as the #6 sustainable company by F6S! 🎉🌿   Gradible's commitment to providing comprehensive environmental concierge services is truly inspiring. By offering a diverse range of services, technologies, and products, Gradible helps organizations reduce their expenses, minimize their environmental footprint, and achieve their sustainability goals. 🌍✨   Their partnerships with reputable companies further amplify their impact, creating a diverse platform of sustainable products and services that make a real difference.   👏 Join us in celebrating Gradible's remarkable achievement and their dedication to a sustainable future!   Learn more about the Venture Fellows Program: https://lnkd.in/gFA2xVft Meet our 2024 Venture Fellows: https://lnkd.in/gMT6xC9j   Venture Fellows is supported by Wells Fargo, Miami-Dade County, NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power,Los Angeles Food Policy Council, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, SDG Investors, Include Ventures, Edison International, and SoCalGas.   #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #Gradible #TopSustainableCompany #VentureFellows #Congratulations #SDG11 #SDG7 #SDG6 #SDG2 #SDG13

Join us as our Founder & CEO, Rohit Shukla, speaks at a panel at the LA Biostart Boot Camp's BioscienceLA Session: The State of The Ecosystem!   Engage with industry leaders Stephen Cheung, Lacarya Scott, CFA, and Howard Kozloff, moderated by Stephanie Hsieh, as they discuss the latest trends, hurdles, and opportunities in the bioscience ecosystem.   Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of biosciences! 📅 Date: Friday, July 12 🕒 Time: 4-6 pm 📍 Venue: BioScience LA HQ in Culver City RSVP today: https://bit.ly/4cCf14b #Innovation #Ecosystem #LABiostart #BioscienceLA