July 2025 FITCI Updates

by Anna Eyler
Aug 1, 2025 10:53:05 AM

Upcoming Events

Networking Showcase w/Eppendorf
& USA Scientific

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Looking to grow your life sciences network? 🔗

Come network with fellow biotech innovators and learn about exciting new technologies from Eppendorf and USA Scientific!

📆 Thursday, August 21 from 5-7PM
📍 Maryland's EDGE at 321 Ballenger Center Dr., Suite 125, Frederick, MD 21703
🎟️ Registration required, please sign-up below
🍽️ Light refreshments will be served

REGISTER

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2nd Annual WellNest x FITCI Health Hive

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The WellNest x FITCI Health Hive is a collective space for health and wellness in Frederick, MD. We bring together local innovators, wellness practitioners, regenerative farmers, and conscious businesses to collaborate, learn, and grow. 

Join us for a fun day where you can meet local vendors, explore healthy products, and connect with others who care about wellness!

📆 Saturday, August 23 from 9am-1pm
📍 Maryland's EDGE at 321 Ballenger Center Dr., Frederick, MD 21703

Learn More and Apply to be a Vendor

 


 

Recent Past Events

Cytomos x FITCI Networking Event

 

Cytomos Launches in Frederick, Demoing AuraCytTM Technology (4)

Thank you to everyone who came out to the event we co-hosted with Cytomos on July 16! It was a fantastic evening of conversations, connections, and cutting-edge science. We heard from Cytomos about how their AuraCyt™technology is shaping the future of measuring cellular physiology!

Thank you to Lara Fritts, Pat Murray, the Frederick County Office of Economic Development, and the Maryland Department of Commerce for their work in bringing Cytomos to Frederick County, MD! And thank you to Cytomos CEO David Rigterink and the Cytomos team for choosing to join the FITCI community!

We’re thrilled to have Cytomos as a soft landing company at FITCI and can’t wait to support their journey in the U.S. market. If you'd like to connect with Cytomos, please don't hesitate to reach out to us or to them directly!

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MD Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Ricardo Benn Visited FITCI

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On July 29, we were honored to welcome Maryland Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Ricardo Benn to our facility to learn about how we support local startups and fuel entrepreneurship through strategic partnerships, mentoring, and programming. It was a great opportunity to showcase the vital role incubators play in Maryland’s growing life science and tech economy.

 
Frederick County Cell and Gene Therapy Networking

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That same day we co-hosted the Children's National Hospital CHARM (Capital Health and Mid-Atlantic Regenerative Medicine) Cell and Gene Therapy Quarterly Meet-up! We heard from the Deputy Secretary, who emphasized how critical it is to coordinate state resources with local initiatives to drive growth in vital sectors such as life sciences and technology. Participants learned about growing CGT businesses in Frederick County and networked with fellow entrepreneurs and biotech scientists.

 
 

 


Client News

     

Neopathology Corp. Selected as One of MD's Innovative Companies, Attended 2025 Japan Health Exhibition

 

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Neopathology Corp. was selected by the Maryland Department of Commerce to be part of a delegation of 11 Maryland life sciences companies attending the 2025 Japan Health Exhibition, showcasing the state’s cutting-edge contributions to life sciences. With this milestone, their journey to bring more accurate and precision diagnostics to patients globally has begun.

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CELLS Offering Hands-On Science Workshops

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CELLS (Community Enrichment Laboratory for Learning Sciences) is hosting several classes at our Metropolitan Ct location for curious learners of all ages. Class topics so far include micro-pipetting and gel electrophoresis. They also host open lab hours that learners can RSVP for and come in to complete hands-on activities. It’s a great way to keep young minds active and engaged during summer break!

More information on classes


New Clients - Thank you for joining us!

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Ealiox® [ / e-LIX / ] is a social-community platform developed by Ealiox Inc. A prominent feature of Ealiox is the democratized micro-earning opportunities presented to Club Members. For business users and content promoters, Ealiox PRO offers ultra simplified advertising and commerce solutions.

BrainySAS is a Colombian company in the development and supply of high-performance specialty chemicals for industrial applications who have started their Soft Landing right here in Frederick.

Mimir Security Inc: Mimir's BrunnrDB creates a "Data-in-Use" Protection enclave. Secure data becomes UNHACKABLE regardless of server hardware, OS, or application security.

CFrame is a digital platform that captures real-time data on human experience through mobile self-reporting, biometric signals, and AI-driven analytics. Designed for use across clinical, research, and enterprise settings, CFrame helps users track mental health, performance, and well-being. The platform is built on a novel psychological model called the Common Integrative Framework (CIF), enabling personalized insights while adhering to HIPAA and GDPR privacy standards.

Justice Jobs of MD  - Youth Rise Program: Justice Jobs was established in August 2018 to serve the Frederick, Maryland community by helping individuals from all backgrounds overcome barriers to employment. Since then, they’ve grown to serve job seekers across all of Maryland. No matter where you come from or what challenges you face, they’re here to support you. Their mission is to connect job seekers with opportunities and provide ongoing resources like workshops and morale-boosting events.

 


Power Partners

Power Partners drive innovation and economic growth in Frederick and beyond by supporting FITCI startups at pivotal stages of their journey. If you'd like to discuss becoming a Power Partner please fill out this form or give us a call at 301-694-2999.

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New Power Partners

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Eppendorf is a leading life science company that develops and sells instruments, consumables and services for liquid, sample and cell handling in laboratories worldwide. Eppendorf products are most broadly used in academic and commercial research laboratories, e.g., in companies from the pharmaceutical and biotechnological as well as the chemical and food industries.

IPS

IPS-Integrated Project Services, LLC is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry with a global reach that spans over 17 countries in five continents. Their mission is to enable their clients to create and manufacture life-impacting products around the world by listening to the client needs and challenges and providing integrated project and business solutions.

We're incredibly excited to have Eppendorf and IPS joining the FITCI community! Their expertise and experience make them valuable resources for our members. We can't wait to see what we'll accomplish together!


Partner Office Hours

TEDCO

Please join us for our upcoming Partner Office Hours! Graham Dodge​​​​ with TEDCO will be in office at 321 Ballenger Center Dr., Suite 125, Frederick, MD 21703 on Tuesday, August 19th from 1pm to 4pm. Don't hesitate to reach out and schedule a time to meet with him! Email gdodge@tedcomd.com.

 


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Maryland's EDGE at 321

Maryland's CORE at Metro

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321 Ballenger Center Drive

Suite 125

Frederick, MD 21703

301-694-2999

4539 Metropolitan Court

Frederick, MD 21704

301-694-2999

Post by Anna Eyler
Aug 1, 2025 10:53:05 AM

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