Accelerating Innovation for Public Health

We're thrilled to announce that Ramona has been selected for the 2025 BioTools Innovator Accelerator—placing us among just 31 companies chosen from over 400 applicants worldwide.

Even more exciting: we're one of only 10 startups selected for the program's VANGUARD track, a joint initiative with BARDA (Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority) designed to fast-track technologies that strengthen public health infrastructure.

This recognition validates our mission to make high-throughput microscopy accessible to researchers everywhere, enabling biological insights at an unprecedented scale.

Why This Matters for Our Mission

1. Accelerated product development
We'll work directly with mentors from industry giants, whose expertise in imaging, reagents, and AI-powered analytics will help us refine the roadmap for our proprietary multi-camera array microscope ( MCAM™) technology to deliver faster time-to-insight for our users.

2. Direct line to public‑health leaders
Through the VANGUARD track, BARDA specialists will guide us on unique benefits of our proprietary MCAM™ imaging technology for critical public health applications.

3. Innovation Ecosystem
Joining 30 other cutting-edge startups opens doors for collaborations, multiplying what's possible with our technology. We’re excited to connect with other BioTools developers!

About BioTools Innovator

BioTools Innovator is the only accelerator dedicated solely to life‑science tools and diagnostics. Powered by the team behind MedTech Innovator and based in Los Angeles, the program connects early‑stage companies with mentors from Thermo Fisher, Qiagen, Novo Nordisk, Illumina, and other industry leaders. Its mission is to speed the development of technologies that enable cutting‑edge research and improve human health.

“BioTools Innovator brings together exactly the experts we need as we scale our technology. We're excited to expand our reach in the life sciences market and enable biologists to accelerate their discoveries with the world's fastest imaging systems.”
— Gregor Horstmeyer, CEO, Ramona

What's Next

We'll kick off the program at the Innovator Summit in California, where we'll join fellow innovators and industry leaders for the kick-off event.

Throughout the four-month accelerator, we'll share key insights and milestones. Follow Ramona on LinkedIn or subscribe to our newsletter for behind-the-scenes updates on our journey.

Connect With Us

Attending the Innovator Summit? Gregor would love to see you there. Send him an email at gregor@ramonaoptics.com to schedule a meeting.
Have partnership ideas or questions? Reach out at info@ramonaoptics.com

See the originial press release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250610838842/en/BioTools-Innovator-2025-Cohort-Includes-Top-31-Life-Sciences-Tools-and-Diagnostics-Companies