Dana Watt

Dana Watt, an investment associate at Ascension Ventures and co-founder of a personalized medicine startup, dives into the world of venture capital in neuroscience. She shares her journey from academia to VC, explaining the importance of strong teams and large markets in funding innovative companies. Watt highlights the unique challenges within the neuroscience sector, such as the complexities of brain science and hardware. She also discusses the growing role of PhDs in venture capital and offers insights on mastering pitch decks to attract investors.