Leroy Hood

National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Darwin Resources, Inc. is a development stage company intends to effect a merger, acquisition or other business combination with an operating company by using a combination of capital stock, cash on hand, or other funding sources, if available. It also intends to devote substantially all of its time to identifying potential merger or acquisition candidates. The company was founded on June 24, 1993.

Systemix, Inc. develops cell-based gene therapies for diseases. The company is based in Palo Alto, CA. The company was founded by Irving L. Weissman, Leroy E. Hood. Systemix was acquired by Novartis AG on February 14, 1997 for $75.90 million.

Rosetta Inpharmatics LLC designed and implemented DNA microarray gene expression systems. The company provided software for use in informational genomics. The company was founded in may 29, 2009 and was headquartered in Seattle, WA.

NimbleGen Systems, Inc. Develops micro-arrays used in bio-technology. It also supplies microarray products and services. The company combines photo-deposition chemistry with digital light projection to shorten array fabrication from months to hours. NimbleGen System was founded in 1999 & is headquartered in Madison, WI.

InterWest Partners LLC (InterWest Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 1979 by Wally Hawley, Scott Hedrick and Gene Barth. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

ISB Accelerator Corp. is involved in the study of biological systems to help identify strategies for predicting and preventing diseases such as cancer, diabetes and AIDS. The company is located in Seattle, WA.

Lynx Therapeutics, Inc. was a developer of genetic analysis products for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and agriculture industries. It's MPSSTM instruments analyze millions of DNA molecules in parallel enabling genome structure characterization at an unprecedented level of resolution. MPSSTM provides comprehensive and quantitative digital information important to modern systems biology research in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and agricultural industries. The company was headquartered in Hayward, CA.

Cogenics Icoria, Inc. provides medical research services. The firm offers genomics and proteomics-related research instruments, consumables, data, including databases, software & other research-oriented products. Icoria offers gene expression analysis and other related services. Its tissue informatics software performs tissue analysis for toxicology studies of early-stage drug candidates and other purposes. The firm also provides biomarkers to develop diagnostics and therapies for liver injuries, metabolic conditions & cancer. The company is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Geospiza, Inc. develops enterprise-class software systems for workflow management of genetic analysis. It makes software for crunching the vast amounts of genetic data. The firm's products include GeneSifter analysis edition and lab edition which provide integrated solutions for genetic analysis to help researchers and core lab managers focus on the science. The company was founded by Todd M. Smith and Robert Arnold in 1997 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Indi Molecular, Inc. is a life sciences company that develops a synthetic class of diagnostic and therapeutic agents with antibody-like properties: protein-catalyzed capture agents. It offers products used by physicians and patients to manage complex and serious diseases like cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. The company was founded by Michael Phelps, Albert A. Luderer, Leroy E. Hood, and Jim Heath in 2013 and is headquartered in Culver City, CA.

Providence Health & Services provides healthcare services. It offers assisted and independent living; express care; hospice and home health care; hospitals and medical centers; nursing homes and traditional care; PACE and adult day programs; providence medical group; and supportive housing. The company was founded in 1859 and is headquartered Renton, WA.

Integrated Diagnostics, Inc. operates as a molecular diagnostics firm. It develops diagnostics and measurement technologies that has a capability of measuring biomarkers for diagnosis and management of complex diseases. The company was founded by Jim Heath, David J. Galas, Leroy E. Hood, and Paul Edward Kearney and is headquartered Seattle, WA.

Part of The National Academies of Science, the National Academy of Engineering operates as a professional membership organization. The company is based in Washington.

The National Academy of Medicine (United States) is based in Washington and is focused on improving the health and well-being of individuals through various initiatives. These initiatives include the clinician well-being collaborative, which aims to accelerate the implementation of a national plan for health workforce well-being, and the development of a code of conduct for the use of artificial intelligence in health care. The organization also provides resources to support meaningful community engagement in health and health care programs and policies. Recently, the National Academy of Medicine announced the appointment of Mandy Cohen, a member of the organization, as the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, the organization has released a publication celebrating 50 years of progress in biomedical science, health, and health care.

The American Philosophical Society is an organization that hosts biannual general meetings for its members, families, and distinguished guests. The non-profit company is based in Philadelphia, PA. The meetings cater to the diverse interests and expertise of attendees and provide a unique opportunity to indulge the audience’s breadth of intellectual curiosity. The society has an exceptional collection of over 13 million manuscripts, objects, books, images, and works of art covering various topics such as early and revolutionary history, natural history, Indian linguistics and culture, nuclear physics, computer development, medical science, genetics and eugenics, and the development of cultural anthropology.

NABsys, Inc. developed DNA analysis sequencing platform. Its platform used solid-state nanodetectors to analyze single DNA molecules, revealing both location and identity of DNA sequences over long distances. The firm system was designed to set new standards for accuracy, speed and scalability, offering compelling advantages for the analysis of genome structural variation, genome mapping, and both targeted and whole genome sequencing. The company was founded by Xinsheng Sean Ling, Leon N. Cooper and Barrett Bready in 2004 and was headquartered in Providence, RI.

Science Foundation Arizona is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation located in Phoenix, Arizona. They were formed in 2006 through the collaboration of three statewide CEO business organizations: Flagstaff 40, Greater Phoenix Leadership and the Southern Arizona Leadership Council. Science Foundation Arizona seeks to diversify Arizona's economy through strategic research and development investments.