Global innovators revolutionizing women’s health while confronting systemic challenges in the male-dominated venture capital landscape.
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In The Vagina Business, author Marina Gerner, PhD, shares insights from interviews with 100 entrepreneurs, researchers, and investors across 15 countries, highlighting groundbreaking advancements in women's health. Despite women making 80% of healthcare decisions, only 4% of medical R&D focuses on their needs. This session explores the transformative potential of femtech innovations.

SXSW panel recording can be found at SXSW.com.

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