A historical collection of our writing.
One of the most basic human needs is the need for food. We all need to eat and drink to survive. And so it is not surprising that substantial parts of our lives, economies and societies are devoted to growing, distributing and preparing food. Food is also a cultural touchstone. We associate certain […] Read more
Dani GrantAs part of the broadening access to wellbeing thesis, we have been searching for projects that bring down the cost of therapy and coaching. 8% of adults and 12% of teens (and as high as 20% of teen women) suffer from depression in the US, but traditional therapy costs $75-150 an hour and online […] Read more
There are two core reasons that make Dia&Co particularly exciting as an addition to the USV portfolio. First, the size and current state of the market they are focused on. Second, how well positioned this team is to tackle this problem and the ability they’ve shown to create not just a […] Read more
Naomi ShahRecent conversations around healthcare have surfaced words like “crisis” and “collapse”. Besides being confused by the existing system, 20% of Americans can no longer afford basic healthcare (including their insurance premiums), leading to a higher number of people who are uninsured or […] Read more
Naomi ShahUSV has been investing in health-related technologies for about five years. Our approach can be characterized by the notion that digital processes, made more accessible by the internet and mobile access, could over time transform the cost and delivery of medical care. In the last couple of months, […] Read more
Modern Fertility is building a trusted consumer brand in fertility, starting with their launch today of at-home testing for women. In the comfort of their own homes, and for a fraction of what it would cost at a clinic, women can have their key fertility hormones tested through a few drops of blood. […] Read more
