Ember LifeSciences
Reusable smart shipping containers with real-time monitoring ensure safe, sustainable delivery of temp-sensitive medicines.
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World's first self-refrigerated cloud-connected shipping box with real-time intervention
Key Differentiators
- World's first self-refrigerated cloud-connected shipping box with real-time intervention
- reusable design reduces waste by millions of lbs
- patented temp control tech with 200+ patents, supports extreme temps incl. cryogenic.
Overview
Ember LifeSciences develops reusable, smart cold chain shipping containers using proprietary temperature control technology to transport temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, biologics, vaccines, and lab specimens. The flagship Ember Cube provides active refrigeration, real-time GPS/temperature monitoring via cloud dashboard, and sustainability benefits by replacing single-use packaging. Upcoming products include Ember Cube 2 (passive modular), Ultra-Cold Cube (-20°C to -60°C), and Cryogenic Shipper (below -150°C for cell/gene therapies).
Services & Capabilities
- Ember Cube (self-refrigerated cloud-based shipping box, 2-8°C for 72+ hrs), Ember Cube 2 (passive modular with vacuum insulation & PCM packs), Ultra-Cold Cube (-20°C to -60°C), Cryogenic Shipper (LN2, below -150°C up to 12 days), cloud-based real-time tracking & alerts.
Competitive Position
- World’s first self-refrigerated cloud-connected shipping box with real-time intervention
- reusable design reduces waste by millions of lbs
- patented temp control tech with 200+ patents, supports extreme temps incl. cryogenic.
Recent Developments
$16.5M Series A funding (Dec 2025) for Ember Cube 2 expansion & patient deployments ; USADA partnership for Olympic Trials sample transport (2024) ; sponsoring LogiPharma 2026 . No hits in specified sources (FiercePharma etc.).
Client & Partner Ecosystem
CVS Health, Chartwell, USADA; investors: Sea Court Capital, Cardinal Health, Carrier Ventures; Cardinal Health (investor/partner for Ember Cube dev); USADA (2024 Olympic Trials); CVS Health (early adopter per news)
Technology Platform
Ember temperature control platform (Ember Cube ecosystem)
Therapeutic Focus
broad/all (temperature-sensitive biologics, vaccines, pharma, cell & gene therapy)
Target Customers
pharmaceutical distributors, specialty pharmacies, infusion pharmacies, testing laboratories, pharma supply chain
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