TLR Ventures/ Digital In Vivo Alliance
Glenview, IL
Natalie Bratcher-Petersen, MS, is the Head of Partnerships at TLR Ventures where her primary responsibility is managing the Digital In Vivo Alliance (DIVA), an organization dedicated to advancing digital measures for preclinical in vivo research through collaborative development, validation, adoption, and regulatory acceptance. With a foundation in cognitive and behavioral sciences, Natalie brings over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, where she initially focused on rodent in vivo neuroscience models before transitioning to animal welfare science. In this role, she led a pioneering global 3Rs program, championing innovative approaches to responsible and ethical animal-based research.
Natalie is deeply motivated and dedicated to inspiring teams toward collaborative success. She excels in spearheading initiatives and is committed to promoting rigorous, reproducible research practices. At DIVA, her mission is to cultivate a community centered on digital in vivo technologies, fostering a culture of collaboration with a vision for elevating scientific standards and improving research animal welfare.