Overview

Techspert is an AI-driven expert network specializing in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Founded in 2015 in Cambridge, UK, the company initially operated under the name Biotechspert, offering broader life sciences services before pivoting to expert calls in 2018.

By leveraging proprietary artificial intelligence technology, Techspert connects businesses, investors, and research institutions with experts across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and diagnostics.

Techspert utilizes advanced machine learning algorithms to analyze billions of online data points. Its AI system continuously scans academic journals, clinical trials, and research papers to identify and connect users with the most relevant experts in real time. The company claims to index over 233 million expert profiles, significantly surpassing the capacity of conventional expert networks.

Core services

1. 1-on-1 expert consultations.
2. Surveys.
3. Focus groups.
4. Data review and appraisal.
5. ECHO (AI-Powered Call Summarization): An AI-driven tool that extracts key insights from expert calls.

Key differentiators

1. AI-Driven Search
2. Innovative Tools: The Feasibility Calculator, introduced in 2020, estimates expert availability for projects.

Funding and growth

1. 2018: £1 million angel investment.
2. 2020: £3.75 million Series A funding from Nauta Capital.
3. 2021: £8.8 million ($12 million) investment from BGF and Nauta Capital.

Headquarters

Cambridge, UK