Venture Capital Enters Women’s Health
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the emerging trend of venture capital investment in women's health in this 49-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Discover how untapped market opportunities and increased awareness of gender-specific health issues are attracting private equity investors, particularly entrepreneurial women. Learn about the motivations behind this shift, including a commitment to gender equity, a supportive regulatory environment, and the potential for significant profits. Examine the historical underrepresentation of women in medical research and the traditional focus on beauty products and reproductive health. Gain insights into the expanding landscape of women's health innovations, including apps, products, and services that are drawing attention from savvy investors recognizing the enormous commercial potential in addressing the diverse health needs of the female population.
Syllabus
Venture Capital Enters Women’s Health
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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