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LifeX is now part of the Pittsburgh Life Sciences Alliance.

The two organizations combined in October 2026 to support companies from inception through maturity. LifeX continues as the Life Sciences Greenhouse for Western Pennsylvania. As we evolve our offerings, here is a snapshot of our current offerings.

  • InvestmentPre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds through the Life Sciences Greenhouse for Western Pennsylvania
    Actively deploying fundsCheck your fit
  • Startup supportUpdated programs coming soon
    In developmentTell us about your company
Actively deploying funds

Is your company a fit for LifeX investment?

LifeX invests in Pennsylvania companies whose technology directly impacts human health. Answer three questions to see where you stand.

Human healthDoes your technology directly impact human health?

LifeX focuses on digital health, medical devices, diagnostics, and biotech and therapeutics.

PennsylvaniaIs your company headquartered in Pennsylvania?

Key members of your team also need to live locally.

Proof of conceptHave you moved past ideation to a basic proof of concept or MVP?

Investments typically come in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds.

Ready to apply? Submit the intake form.

In development

Startup support

Updated programs are coming soon. They build on the LifeX Accelerator and Launchpad, which help founders move from discovery to scalable companies.

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Why did a LifeX link bring me here?

LifeX combined with the Pittsburgh Life Sciences Alliance in October 2026, and lifexglobal.com now points to this page.

Read the October 13 announcement

Is LifeX currently investing?

Yes. LifeX invests as the Life Sciences Greenhouse for Western Pennsylvania, a separate organization with its own board, and is accepting inquiries. Check your fit against the criteria above, then submit the intake form.

Can I apply to any programs?

Not yet. Updated programs are coming soon. Sign up for PLSA’s email newsletter to be the first to know when they launch. In the meantime, tell us about your company.

I’m a LifeX portfolio company or co-investor. How do I reach the team?

Email the LifeX investment team at investments@lifexglobal.com.

What is a Pennsylvania Life Sciences Greenhouse?

Pennsylvania’s Tobacco Settlement Act (Act 77 of 2001) authorized the Department of Community and Economic Development to establish three regional Life Sciences Greenhouses to build on the state’s life sciences strengths and promote economic growth. Greenhouses may invest directly in startups. LifeX was designated the Life Sciences Greenhouse for Western Pennsylvania in 2022.