This month proved something we already know to be true, your biggest resource is your community. This month at FITCI was a demonstration of what a strong business community can look like: companies supporting each other, sharing what they know, and creating opportunities to be seen. These moments are a reminder that being part of … Read more
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With the 2026 Tech Showcase fast approaching we are spotlighting FITCI companies leading up to it. Follow along to learn more about the companies featured in this years Tech Showcase, and the groundbreaking technology, research, and science happening in right here in Frederick. For Anindya Chanda, CEO of Mycologics, fungi have been the focus of … Read more
Welcome to FITCI, Univison Global Sourcing! For those who may not be familiar, FITCI partners with Maryland’s Global Gateway Soft Landing Program to help international companies explore the U.S. market and build connections right here in Maryland. The program gives companies an opportunity to test the waters, establish a presence, and learn what it takes … Read more
With the 2026 Tech Showcase fast approaching we are spotlighting FITCI companies leading up to it. Follow along to learn more about the companies featured in this years Tech Showcase, and the groundbreaking technology, research, and science happening in right here in Frederick. Discredited human experience, disconnection, and unrealized potential are just some of the … Read more
— Receives New Designation for Treatment of Platelet-Activating Anti-Platelet Factor 4 (PF4) Disorders — Complements FDA Orphan Drug Designation and Fast Track Designation for VLX-1005 Source: Veralox Frederick, MD, Aug. 14, 2024 – Veralox Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing first-in-class therapies targeting the 12-lipoxygenase (12-LOX) pathway, announced that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted Orphan … Read more
FITCI begins transition to new facility, offers community tours Rounding into phase 1 completion of the area’s newest entrepreneurial community space at the EDGE at 321, FITCI achieved move-in approval this month. As part of the transition, startup leaders & potential resource partners can get an exclusive preview. The facility offers state-of-the-art private & shared … Read more
FITCI Grad builds upon an unprecedented three Breakthrough Medical Device designations by the FDA Theradaptive, a leading biopharmaceutical company using protein engineering to create targeted therapeutics, has been awarded a U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Clinical Trial Award of up to $7.4M with options, subject to FDA approval to begin phase I/II clinical studies. Awarded … Read more
Sass Magazine, a women’s lifestyle magazine for female decision makers, focuses on a “vibrant and sassy population of women in western Maryland.” Their readers are “professional, career-oriented individuals with a touch of sass!” Each edition spotlights women leading their fields, especially those making strides in traditionally male-dominated professions. The March/April issue highlighted some of this … Read more
The life sciences media and events company and Frederick entrepreneurial incubator and accelerator will work together to fuel growth in the life sciences industry and BioHealth Capital Region. MARYLAND, March 23, 2023 — BioBuzz, the media outlet of Workforce Genetics, and the Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. (FITCI) have announced a strategic partnership to fuel … Read more
Juniors & Seniors from Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) have an uncommon opportunity to jump-start their advanced studies in science and technology by participating in the Biotechnology Internship Program at Frederick Community College (FCC). Students sign up for a 15-week program that can earn them a dual dose of high school and college credit while … Read more
