# What makes life science angel investment work?

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Podcast: [BioSpace](https://stenobird.com/podcast/biospace-6696251)
Published: 2026-04-30T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Denatured, you'll be hearing from Yaniv Sneor, founder of the Mid Atlantic Bio Angels and Alex Pederson, an investor at Mid Atlantic Bio Angels and partner at Alloy Bio Consulting. We discuss why a life sciences-only angel group matters, how they evaluate opportunities, and the importance of strong teams, capital efficiency and a realistic path to exit. Host Jennifer C. Smith-Parker , Director of Insights, BioSpace Guests Yaniv Sneor , Founder, Mid Atlantic Bio Angels Alex Pederson , Investor, Mid Atlantic Bio Angels & Partner, Alloy Bio Consulting Disclaimer: The views expressed in this discussion by guests are their own and do not represent those of their organizations.

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