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Elizabeth Iorns

10/03/18

@ Y Combinator

You don't necessarily need a PhD to be a co-founder in biotech; personal motivation and understanding of the field can be just as valuable.

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A Conversation with Elizabeth Iorns - Advice for Biotech Founders

@ Y Combinator

A Conversation with Elizabeth Iorns - Advice for Biotech Founders

10/03/18

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Y Combinator Cast

01/12/24

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder with industry expertise can be helpful, especially in fields like law or healthcare, but it's not a strict requirement for success.

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Elizabeth Iorns

10/03/18

@ Y Combinator

Credentials in biotech are important, but success can also come from being knowledgeable and credible in the field, even without formal qualifications.

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Paul Buchheit

03/07/18

@ Y Combinator

Investing in things that aren't software is okay if you believe in the founder's expertise; there are many great opportunities in biotech that could lead to significant exits.

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Elizabeth Iorns

10/03/18

@ Y Combinator

Having a business co-founder is not a requirement for success; what matters more is finding someone who is passionate about solving the same problem and with whom you work well.

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Elizabeth Iorns

10/03/18

@ Y Combinator

Biotech founders often make the mistake of not conducting the essential experiments needed to validate their ideas, fearing that failure could jeopardize their startups.

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Elizabeth Iorns

09/14/17

@ Y Combinator

Providing a path for PhD students and postdocs to become entrepreneurs can leverage their deep knowledge of scientific discoveries for company success.

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Michael Seibel

01/12/24

@ Y Combinator

Yes, every startup doesn't necessarily need a non-technical co-founder, but it can be beneficial depending on the context.

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Shana Fisher

06/20/14

@ Y Combinator

Having co-founders isn't always necessary; some single founders can take their companies far without partners.

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Elizabeth Iorns

09/14/17

@ Y Combinator

There is a growing trend of former students starting biotech companies, which encourages others to explore similar entrepreneurial paths.