ETC-Backed IndyGeneUS Bio Wins Disabled American Veterans Pitch Competition

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Written By ETC Baltimore

This article was originally published on CityBiz on August 17, 2025

ETC portfolio company IndyGeneUS Bio, founded by U.S. Army veteran Yusuf Henriques, has earned national recognition by taking first place in the Disabled American Veterans Pitch Competition. The company is building a global genomics data repository to close critical gaps in medical research and improve health outcomes for underserved and minority populations.

This recognition not only underscores IndyGeneUS Bio’s mission to advance health equity in precision medicine, but also highlights the strength of Baltimore’s startup ecosystem and the impact of veteran entrepreneurs driving innovation in life sciences.

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