Accelerating new biotech startups

With the Alto Lab Catalyst Program

As a biotech startup, every dollar needs to count toward securing your next funding round or key partnership. That’s why we created the Alto Lab Catalyst Program—to offer affordable access to the most user-friendly label-free system and expert resources to accelerate your research.

This program was designed specifically for startups by offering a simple and affordable monthly subscription payment for the Alto Digital SPR system. Skip the high costs of CROs, unreliable used equipment, or high interest lease agreements, and focus on accelerating your research with the cutting-edge Alto digital SPR system.  

Program benefits

The world’s first and only SPR instrument subscription plan*

  • One affordable monthly rate ($5000/mo) that covers:
    • Alto system and software modules for:
      • Kinetics/affinity characterization
      • Quantitation
      • Screening
      • Epitope characterization
    • Shipping, installation, and two-day on-site training 
    • All warranty and services during subscription
    • Ongoing technical support 

* Available in US and Canada only.

Who is eligible

For biotech startups:

  • Raised less than $20M -OR-
  • Moved into your first lab/incubator space within the last 1 year -OR-
  • Graduated from an incubator space to your own facility within the last 1 year

 

Apply now

Program FAQ

Please fill out the application form on this page. Once completed, a Nicoya representative will contact you to discuss the program details  and will determine your eligibility.

As the world’s most user-friendly SPR system powered by digital microfluidics, Alto simplifies real-time biomolecular interaction analysis by automating sample preparation while eliminating costly maintenance.

  • All-in-one platform: Perform binding kinetics, direct and capture screening, epitope binning, and quantitation all in one system that has a low cost per test.

  • Sample-friendly: 2 μL sample requirement, crude sample and serum compatibility, and automated assays simplify your workflows.  

No, the discounts from this program cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions.

While consumables such as Alto cartridges are not included, we will work with you to help meet your budget needs. Please inquire for more information.

The minimum commitment is 12 months. Once the subscription ends, you have the option to return the instrument, renew the subscription, or buy the instrument at a discount at the end of the term. 

Yes, you are eligible for an additional discount if you pay the 12-month subscription upfront.

Eligibility of this program is subject to Nicoya Lifesciences’ approval. Additionally, standard terms and conditions are applicable to this program. 

"I have been impressed by the professional manner and excellent technical knowledge of the Nicoya Lifesciences staff."

- George espie, Ph.d., professor, university of toronto

Join the Alto Catalyst Program today!