Gwen Lily Research Foundation Selected as Member of ARPA-H Investor Catalyst Hub Spoke Network

IRVING, Texas - Aug. 18, 2024 - PRLog -- Gwen Lily Research Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit based in North Texas, announced today that it was selected as a spoke for the Investor Catalyst Hub, a regional hub of ARPANET-H, a nationwide health innovation network launched by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).

Based in the Greater Boston area and managed by VentureWell, the Investor Catalyst Hub seeks to accelerate the commercialization of groundbreaking and accessible biomedical solutions. It utilizes an innovative hub-and-spoke model designed to reach a wide range of nonprofit organizations and Minority-Serving Institutions, with the ultimate aim of delivering scalable healthcare outcomes for all Americans.

"At the Gwen Lily Research Foundation, our mission is deeply rooted in improving the health and well-being of individuals within marginalized and underserved communities. Joining the ARPA-H Investor Catalyst Hub Spoke Network aligns perfectly with our commitment to advancing knowledge, expanding access to resources, and creating equitable opportunities for all. We are excited to be part of this transformative network, as it empowers us to further our efforts in bringing groundbreaking and accessible health and research solutions to those who need them most, ensuring that everyone has the chance to live a healthy and fulfilling life."
— Dr. Tania M. Martin-Mercado, MS, MPH, Executive Director of Gwen Lily Research Foundation

Gwen Lily Research Foundation joins a dynamic nationwide network of organizations aligned to ARPA-H's overarching mission to improve health outcomes through the following research focus areas: health science futures, proactive health, scalable solutions, and resilient systems. Investor Catalyst Hub spokes represent a broad spectrum of expertise, geographic diversity, and community perspectives.

"Our spoke network embodies a rich and representative range of perspectives and expertise," said Mark Marino, Vice President of Growth Strategy and Development for VentureWell and Project Director for the Investor Catalyst Hub. "Our spokes comprise a diverse network that will be instrumental in ensuring that equitable health solutions reach communities across every state and tribal nation."

As an Investor Catalyst Hub spoke, Gwen Lily Research Foundation gains access to potential funding and flexible contracting for faster award execution compared to traditional government contracts. Spoke membership also offers opportunities to provide input on ARPA-H challenge areas and priorities, along with access to valuable networking opportunities and a robust resource library.

The spoke network will continue to grow as the Investor Catalyst Hub expands its efforts, with applications being selected on a rolling basis. Interested organizations can visit
https://investorcatalysthub.org/ to learn more or submit a membership application.