CHICAGO, IL, September 15, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Author Capital Partners ("Author Capital" or "AuthorCap"), a principal investment firm that invests in essential services businesses, announced the recent launch of an acquisition platform focused on developing a world-class, lab services business with capabilities across the pathology, molecular, and genetic diagnostics modalities.

Author Capital's investment thesis is centered around the essential role today's diagnostics labs play in answering complex health questions with science and improving patient outcomes through proven insights that meet the demands of each diagnosis.

"AuthorCap's commitment to essential services guides our investments, and in diagnostics testing, the ability to rapidly deliver actionable insights that improve patient outcomes is paramount," said Duane Jackson, Founding Partner of Author Capital. "Diagnostics testing is foundational to modern healthcare decision-making. Supporting this well-capitalized platform, we're excited to have seasoned industry veterans as strategic partners and a strong pipeline of partner companies at the forefront of patient care—bringing clarity and confidence to clinicians and patients."

Author Capital will provide not only investment capital, but also guidance, industry connections, and strategic support to accelerate the growth of targeted acquisitions in the diagnostics space. The diagnostics platform will pursue a mix of strategic acquisitions across geographies and specialties.

"With an increasing demand for accurate, timely diagnostic results, Author Capital's investment aims to create a scalable platform capable of advancing quality, efficiency, and innovation in laboratory testing and molecular diagnostics," said Andrew Hausmann, Vice President of Author Capital.

About Author Capital Partners
Author Capital Partners, a Chicago-based principal investment firm, is an investor in companies at the nexus of business services, financial services, and health care services. The firm partners with highly entrepreneurial owners and management teams to enable its growth platforms to realize their full potential. The firm draws on its global relationships, operational experience, and rigorous diligence process to source, underwrite, and manage investments. Author Capital's culture is based on the principles of excellence and integrity. For more information, please visit authorcapital.com.

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