LipoCoat develops bio-inspired coatings that mimic the phospholipid bilayer of cell membranes, enhancing the biocompatibility and anti-fouling properties of medical devices. Their technology addresses issues of protein and bacterial adhesion, improving safety and performance in healthcare applications.
Funding
$1.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Medical devices are susceptible to protein and bacterial adhesion, leading to healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), increased patient morbidity, and higher healthcare costs. Existing antibacterial coatings often rely on antibiotics or active bacterial-killing agents, which can lead to bacterial resistance and potential harm to patients.
Solution
LipoCoat develops bio-inspired coatings that mimic the phospholipid bilayer of cell membranes to enhance the biocompatibility and anti-fouling properties of medical devices. The coatings prevent bacterial adhesion without the use of harmful chemicals or bacteria-killing agents, offering a passive approach to infection prevention. By blocking biofilm formation, LipoCoat's technology reduces the risk of HAIs and associated complications. The coatings are PFAS-free and can be applied to a wide range of biomaterials.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes medical device manufacturers seeking to improve the safety, comfort, and performance of their products, as well as healthcare providers aiming to reduce healthcare-associated infections.
Features
- Anti-fouling properties that prevent protein and bacterial adhesion
- Hydrophilic and lubricious surface
- Non-thrombogenic
- PFAS-free composition
- Regeneration and self-healing capabilities
- Tunable chemistry for customized applications
- ISO 10993-5 testing for biocompatibility
- Applicable to a wide range of (bio)materials
- Bio-inspired design mimicking natural cell membranes
- Coating thickness of only 5 nanometers