Participated · Seed · Jul 2022

Maolac uses a proteomics discovery platform and computational biology to identify and extract functional proteins from bovine colostrum and plant-based sources, building a library of over 1,500 bioactive proteins found in human breast milk. The company found bovine colostrum contains more than 400 homolog proteins with over 95% biosimilarity to human breast milk and formulates a white powdered milk protein mixture that digests similarly to breast milk and can be added to cooked foods. Maolac says its mixtures produce higher overall efficacy at lower dosages and plans to price competitively relative to existing ingredients (competitors charge about $500/kg). The company is pre-revenue and is working on a first product line of anti-inflammatory aids: one for athletes to reduce muscle strain and speed recovery, and one to improve elderly mobility, with products expected to hit the market in 2023. Maolac is building a pilot facility with ~100 kg/month small‑scale production capacity, preparing analytics and samples for customers and clinical trials, and plans to expand its 12‑person team. It is also pursuing regulatory approval in the U.S. and Europe and is in discussions with food, supplement and dairy companies globally.

Participated · Equity · Jul 2020

Uniper Care operates a technology-based community for older adults that delivers a personalized collection of live classes, activities, health recommendations and unlimited interactive experiences, and enables connections with loved ones. The platform is accessible directly from television, computer, tablet or mobile device. The company partners with Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans’ Affairs, HMOs, national and local government agencies, community-based organizations and academia to deliver interactive programming. Led by co-founder and CEO Rami Kirshblum, Uniper’s network is engaged daily by thousands of older adults in 15 states across the U.S. and Israel. The company plans to use new funding to expand managed-care, government and community-based organization relationships, increase seniors’ engagement with the network, expand its team to enhance platform capabilities and enter new geographies. Uniper Care provides an integrated social engagement and telehealth solution that enables seniors to access remote healthcare, leverage preventive care, communicate with family and friends, and participate in live interactive programming via TV, PC, smartphone, or tablet. The company partners with health plans, health providers, hospitals, assisted living facilities, non-profits, and government organizations to reduce healthcare costs for seniors while increasing quality and accessibility of care. Its solution has been deployed across the United States, including with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, to address loneliness and isolation during and beyond COVID-19. Leadership is led by Rami Kirshblum (CEO) and Avi Price (COO). The company has raised $7M to date and intends to use recent funding to accelerate product development and expand global sales and marketing efforts.