Companies may join AIRFoundry and become part of an AI-augmented biofoundry and user facility specializing in mRNA synthesis and Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) formulations. Companies may become part of our RNA network to accelerate discovery, reduce trial-and-error, and open new pathways in RNA science. Our mission is to enable faster and smarter innovation across agriculture, biotechnology, sustainability, therapeutics, and basic science, while also contributing to workforce development as the national RNA network grows. AIRFoundry seeks to accelerate the discovery of novel RNA molecules and the development of diverse delivery vehicles, ushering in the “RNA revolution.”

Joining our Emerging Corporate Alliances Program (ECAP) will provide your company with the following privileges:

  • Be invited to Monthly hybrid seminars where project progress is discussed.
  • Have first access to our RNA talent pipeline.
  • Join a pre-competitive workspace among member companies (grow RNA community).
  • Credits and Discounts on services for End User members.

We offer three membership modes for companies:

  1. End users, who seek RNA and LNP products made by the AIRFoundry or through access to our facilities. The ECAP membership fee for end user members is $15,000 and will be credited to services in the first two years of membership.
  2. Technology integrators and suppliers, who can test their technology in our User Facility and have access to our user base.
  3. Talent Seekers, who are primarily interested in our skilled scientists and engineers to add to their workforce.

If you are interested in joining ECAP, please email us at airfoundry [at] seas.upenn.edu or fill out our Contact Form.