Jan 14, 2019
Founded by Martin Bak in 1983, Microprobes for Life Science seeks to provide a unique electrode model that uses Parylene-C as an insulator. This company aims to sell customizable products to neuroscientists studying electrophysiology. All products are handmade, tested for precision and quality, and made by request of the customer. The company has experienced steady growth at 6-8% since its conception and uses its handmade approach as its business model.
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Show Notes:
[0:00] Martin Bak introduces himself as the founder of Microprobes for Life Science.
[3:50] Nicolas Alba introduces himself as the Chief Operating Officer of Microprobes for Life Science.
[5:00] It is explained how the company uses traditional hand-manufacturing techniques to make customizable products.
[8:00] It is described how the products must be precise and flawless—most technicians have been trained for more than ten years.
[10:00] All products must go through extreme testing; the products envelop the forefront of new techniques.
[15:00] Microprobes for Life Science uses the skills of technicians to take the long route and make products that emulate quality.
[17:00] Their business approach takes advantage of hand-making products and training technicians.
[18:30] The company focuses on electrodes to be able to support the neuroprosthetic community the best way possible.
[20:00] Microprobes for Life Science has experienced 6-8% steady growth since conception.
[22:00] The company seeks to enter the clinical market which may be more stable.
[23:00] The field has an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurship and has many interesting people that will help humanity.