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About us

Yellowbird Diagnostics develops plug-and-play imaging dyes for common medical imaging procedures. Our solutions enable better diagnostic imaging for patients with the greatest need for early diagnosis of diseases of the brain, heart and kidneys. Our products reveal otherwise invisible hallmarks of disease, empowering clinicians to make earlier and more effective medical decisions. Our molecular imaging dyes and platforms have been purpose-built to fill the current gap in diagnostic imaging of the brain, heart, and kidneys.

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Yellowbird Diagnostics

Leadership

Nicholas D. Calvert

Co-Founder and CEO

Adam J. Shuhendler

Co-Founder and CSO

Alexia Kirby

Co-Founder and COO

Status

Intellectual Property

Fundraising

Sector

Subsector

i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Open

Applications are now open for i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort 3

Are you developing and/or redesigning new green products, services, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact?

The i.d.e.a.™ Fund program focuses on supporting a more sustainable economy while fostering an inclusive and equitable growth in southern Ontario. Find out if you’re eligible to access up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert mentorship.

Applications are open from September 9 to September 30, 2024.

14th Annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition and in-person Gala on September 26, 2024 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. Tickets available on lionslair.ca

Attend the 14th annual LiONS LAIR pitch competition

Since 2011, Innovation Factory’s LiONS LAIR has helped more than 150 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, join over 350 entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders to network over dinner and drinks, celebrate innovation, and watch finalists pitch live to a panel of judges to win cash and in-kind prizes.

When: September 26, 2024 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: LiUNA Station – 360 James St. N, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 1H5