Nicolas Paris

Founded in 1987, BioForward is a member-driven state association and venture capital investor located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm serves as the voice of Wisconsin's bioscience industry. They advocate on their members behalf to create investment and partnership opportunities, attract and retain the best people and support public policy that fosters their continued growth. BioForward also provides member-support services including networking opportunities through a variety of conferences and events, online resources and group purchasing programs. Their members include bioscience companies, universities, non-profit organizations, service providers, as well as state, regional and local government representatives. BioForward was previously known as the Wisconsin Biotechnology & Medical Device Association.

Gilson, Inc. operates as a manufacturer of liquid handling, purification and extraction solutions for the life sciences industry. The firm's products include automated systems, pipettes and accessories, consumables and software. Its services include automated liquid handling, manual liquid handling and pipette services. The company was founded by John Warren in 1957 and is headquartered in Middleton, WI.

Life Science Supplies Ltd. is a British dormant company that was founded in 2010. The private company is based in Dunstable, UK. and has subsidiaries in United Kingdom.

Part of Life Science Supplies Ltd., Gilson Scientific Ltd. is a British company that manufactures medical instruments. The company is based in Dunstable, UK and was founded in 1987.

Armen Instrument SAS manufactures and distributes scientific instruments. Its products include Preparative LC, Industrial LC, Continuous CPC/CCC and LC Pumps. The company was founded by François Couillard in 1994 and is headquartered in Saint Ave, France.