Episode 219 | Kelly Collier, Director of Ecosystem Development at LifeX | Steel City Science: Building Pittsburgh's Life Science Ecosystem
- Author
- Project Medtech
- Published
- Mon 28 Apr 2025
- Episode Link
- https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/projectmedtech/episodes/Episode-219--Kelly-Collier--Director-of-Ecosystem-Development-at-LifeX--Steel-City-Science-Building-Pittsburghs-Life-Science-Ecosystem-e320dqb
- In this episode, Duane Mancini interviews Kelly Collier at LifeX on the dynamic life science startup ecosystem thriving in Pittsburgh. We explore the unique synergy between major academic institutions like the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University, and healthcare giants such as UPMC and Allegheny Health Network. Discover Kelly's entrepreneurial journey and learn how LifeX provides crucial support and programming for emerging life science companies. We also discuss the common pitfalls startups face and the specific advantages Pittsburgh offers to innovators. Tune in to understand the key ingredients fueling Pittsburgh's rise as a life science hub.
- Kelly Collier LinkedIn
- LifeX Website
- Duane Mancini LinkedIn
- Project Medech Website
- Project Medtech LinkedIn
