FGF2

Growth Factors

Social Enterprise

Our Team

Contact

Valor Scientific

Valor Scientific

More than just science

Valor Scientific is a biotech company based in Madison, Alabama, built to serve the real-world needs of research labs studying stem cells and patient-derived organ models. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality human growth factors for research, medical, and commercial uses. Our approach combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to positively impact research and patient well-being. We are dedicated to creating a company that not only pushes scientific breakthroughs and honors its stakeholders but also leaves a lasting legacy of compassion.

Valor Scientific is a biotech company based in Madison, Alabama, built to serve the real-world needs of research labs studying stem cells and patient-derived organ models. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality human growth factors for research, medical, and commercial uses. Our approach combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to positively impact research and patient well-being. We are dedicated to creating a company that not only pushes scientific breakthroughs and honors its stakeholders but also leaves a lasting legacy of compassion.

Andrew Kodani, Ph.D.

CEO / Co-Founder

Dr. Kodani has dedicated his career to helping patients with rare diseases, leading teams to develop research strategy and novel treatments.

Dr. Kodani has dedicated his career to helping patients with rare diseases, leading teams to develop research strategy and novel treatments.

Bethany Blake

COO / Co-Founder

Bethany is a biotech startup and social enterprise veteran who specializes in data-driven project management and operational development.

Bethany is a biotech startup and social enterprise veteran who specializes in data-driven project management and operational development.

Matthew Knuesel, Ph.D.

CSO / Co-Founder

Dr. Knuesel is leading innovation in bioactive growth factor development with 25 years of expertise in protein engineering & stem cell biology

Lauren Kneeland

Production Manager

Lauren brings a foundation in biomedical research and lab processes to drive efficient, organized, and compliant production excellence.

Vision

Vision

Our vision is to fuel the change that will impact human research and healthcare for the next 100 years.

Our vision is to fuel the change that will impact human research and healthcare for the next 100 years.

Mission

Mission

Our mission at Valor Scientific is to innovate systems for scientific breakthroughs, facilitate translational applications through sustainable, socially responsible biotechnology, and democratize access to research in human health.

Our mission at Valor Scientific is to innovate systems for scientific breakthroughs, facilitate translational applications through sustainable, socially responsible biotechnology, and democratize access to research in human health.

The Mark

The Mark

The Valor Scientific mark is inspired by the peak of a chromatogram, the highest level of purification in our growth factor production process. This peak signifies precision and quality, the moment when complex science reaches its purest form.


For us, it’s more than a data point. It symbolizes our pursuit of excellence, commitment to integrity, and dedication to advancing biotechnology with clarity and purpose. Our mark reflects Valor’s dedication to elevating scientific standards and empowering discovery.

The Valor Scientific mark is inspired by the peak of a chromatogram, the highest level of purification in our growth factor production process. This peak signifies precision and quality, the moment when complex science reaches its purest form.


For us, it’s more than a data point. It symbolizes our pursuit of excellence, commitment to integrity, and dedication to advancing biotechnology with clarity and purpose. Our mark reflects Valor’s dedication to elevating scientific standards and empowering discovery.