OM DENNE EPISODE
In this episode of Executive Insights for Life Sciences Innovators, Don Alexander speaks with Michael Fanous, Founder of SCANIMUS.
Michael discusses how SCANIMUS combines continuous slide scanning with AI image reconstruction to make digital pathology more accessible. The conversation explores the practical barriers to digitization, including cost, complexity, and workflow fit, and how a compact imaging system could help bring digital tools to more researchers and laboratories.
Michael also shares perspective on his transition from computational imaging research to entrepreneurship. He discusses how feedback from pathologists shapes product development, the importance of earning trust in AI-assisted imaging, and the challenges of moving from a working prototype to hardware that can be manufactured, shipped, and supported reliably. The conversation also examines how scientific founders balance affordability, funding, and the partnerships needed to support adoption.
This episode was streamed live on YouTube on October 30, 2026. Learn more at genecoda.com.
