Start Scientific, Inc. - Quarter Report: 2018 September (Form 10-Q)
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q
[ X ] Quarterly Report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the quarter ended September 30, 2018
OR
[ ] Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the transition period from __________ to ___________
Commission file number: 000-52227
START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
(Name of Small Business Issuer in Its Charter)
Delaware | 20-4910418 | |
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) |
(IRS Employer Identification No.) | |
521 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 101 | ||
Oklahoma City, OK | 73116 | |
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) | (Zip Code) |
(210) 758-5898 | ||
Issuer’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code | ||
(Former name or former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report.)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the past 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [ ] No [ X ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).
Yes [ ] No [ X ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See definition of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large Accelerated Filer [ ] | Non-Accelerated Filer [ ] |
Accelerated Filer [ ] Emerging Growth Company [X] |
Smaller reporting company [X] |
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes [ ] No [X]
APPLICABLE ONLY TO ISSUERS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY
PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PRECEDING FIVE YEARS
Check whether the registrant has filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Sections 12, 13, or 15(d) of the Exchange Act of 1934 after the distribution of securities under a plan confirmed by a court. Yes [ ] No [ ]
APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS
State the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common equity, as of the latest practicable date. As of November 13, 2018, the Company had issued and outstanding 745,024,353 shares of common stock.
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PART I
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REQUIRED BY FORM 10-Q
The Financial Statements of the Company are Prepared as of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, and for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018 and 2017.
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
NOTE 1 - BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION
The accompanying unaudited financial statements have been prepared by Start Scientific, Inc. (the "Company") pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted in accordance with such rules and regulations. The information furnished in the interim financial statements includes normal recurring adjustments and reflects all adjustments, which, in the opinion of management, are necessary for a fair presentation of such financial statements. Although management believes the disclosures and information presented are adequate to make the information not misleading, it is suggested that these interim financial statements be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited financial statements and notes thereto included in its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017. Operating results for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2018.
NOTE 2 - GOING CONCERN CONSIDERATIONS
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared using generally accepted accounting principles applicable to a going concern which contemplates the realization of assets and liquidation of liabilities in the normal course of business. As reported in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017, the Company has incurred operating losses of $16,842,389 from inception of the Company through December 31, 2017. The Company’s accumulated deficit at September 30, 2018 was $16,890,373 and had a working capital deficit, continued losses, and negative cash flows from operations. These factors combined, raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans to address and alleviate these concerns are as follows:
The Company’s management continues to develop a strategy of exploring all options available to it so that it can develop successful operations and have sufficient funds, therefore, as to be able to operate over the next twelve months. The Company is attempting to improve these conditions by way of financial assistance through issuances of additional equity and by generating revenues through sales of products and services. No assurance can be given that funds will be available, or, if available, that it will be on terms deemed satisfactory to management. The ability of the Company to continue as a going concern is dependent upon its ability to successfully accomplish the plans described in the preceding paragraph and eventually attain profitable operations. The accompanying condensed financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of asset carrying amounts or the amount and classification of liabilities that might result from the outcome of these uncertainties.
NOTE 3 - ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUED LIABILITIES - RELATED PARTIES
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities – related parties consisted of the following:
September 30, 2018 | December 31, 2017 | |||||||
Accounts payable | $ | 1,000 | $ | 586,757 | ||||
Accrued interest | 23,370 | 102,707 | ||||||
Misc. loans and advances | — | 82,154 | ||||||
Total | $ | 24,370 | $ | 771,618 |
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
During the three months ended September 30, 2018, the Company negotiated with related parties for the settlement of accounts payable and other liabilities of the Company. The amount settled of $613,245 was recorded as additional paid in capital.
NOTE 4 - CONVERTIBLE NOTES PAYABLE
Convertible notes payable consisted of the following:
September 30, 2018 | December 31, 2017 | |||||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 8%, due on February 25, 2016, in default (A) | $ | 23,630 | $ | 23,630 | ||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 10%, due on April 29, 2016, in default. The note carries a 24% interest rate in the event of default. (B) | 43,185 | 43,185 | ||||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 10%, due on demand (C) | 20,900 | 22,400 | ||||||
Total Notes Payable | 87,715 | 89,215 | ||||||
Less: Current Portion | (87,715 | ) | (89,215 | ) | ||||
Long-Term Notes Payable | $ | — | $ | — |
(A) On February 25, 2015, the Company issued a promissory note in the original principal amount of $52,500 to a lender. The Note matured on February 25, 2016 and carried an interest rate of 8% per annum. The Note is due and payable in full unless converted partially or in its entirety upon the election of the lender into fully paid and non-assessable shares of common stock of the Company at a 60% discount to the lowest trading price as reported on the OTCQB for the fifteen trading days previous to the conversion date. As of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company owed a balance of $23,630. The derivative liability associated with this convertible note payable is discussed in NOTE 7.
(B) On April 29, 2015, the Company issued a promissory note in the original principal amount of $53,500 to a lender. The Note matured on April 29, 2016 and carries an interest rate of 10% per annum. The Note is due and payable in full unless converted partially or in its entirety upon the election of the lender into fully paid and non-assessable shares of common stock of the Company at a 55% discount to the lowest trading price as reported on the OTCQB for the fifteen trading days previous to the conversion date. As of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company owed a balance of $43,185. The derivative liability associated with this convertible note payable is discussed in NOTE 7.
(C) On January 12, 2016, the Company issued a promissory note in the original principal amount of $25,000 to an unrelated lender. The Note is due on demand and carries an interest rate of 10% per annum. The Note shall be due and payable in full unless converted partially or in its entirety upon the election of the lender into fully paid and non-assessable shares of common stock of the
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
Company at a conversion price equal to $0.00005. During the nine months ended September 30, 2018, $1,500 of the principal balance of the note was converted into 30,000,000 shares of common stock. As of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the Company owed balances of $20,900 and $22,400, respectively.
The Company recognized amortization expense related to the debt discount of $-0- and $1,183 for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 and 2017, respectively.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 and 2017, the Company recognized interest expense on convertible notes of $6,599 and $6,640, respectively. As of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017, the accrued interest payable was $28,911 and $25,294, respectively, which is included in accrued expenses.
NOTE 5 - NOTES PAYABLE
Notes payable consisted of the following: | September 30, 2018 | December 31, 2017 | ||||||
Note payable to a company, interest at 24% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | $ | 25,000 | $ | 32,100 | ||||
Notes payable to an individual, interest at 10% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | 15,760 | 15,760 | ||||||
Note payable to an individual, default interest at 24% per annum, due on August 27, 2012, unsecured, in default | 100,000 | 100,000 | ||||||
Notes payable to an individual, default interest at 24% per annum, due on July 13, 2013, unsecured, in default | 100,000 | 100,000 | ||||||
Notes payable to individuals, default interest at 24% per annum, due on August 30, 2013 and September 9, 2013, unsecured, in default | 300,000 | 300,000 | ||||||
Notes payable to an individual, interest at 8% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | 47,496 | 19,150 | ||||||
Notes payable to a company , interest at 8% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | 14,600 | — | ||||||
Total Notes Payable | 602,856 | 567,010 | ||||||
Less: Current Portion | (602,856 | ) | (567,010 | ) | ||||
Long-Term Notes Payable | $ | — | $ | — |
Accrued interest at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017 was $322,722 and $274,794, respectively, and is included in accrued expenses.
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
NOTE 6 - NOTES PAYABLE – RELATED PARTIES
Notes payable – related parties consisted of the following: | September 30, 2018 | December 31, 2017 | ||||||
Note payable to a related individual, interest at 24% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | $ | — | $ | 62,252 | ||||
Note payable to a related individual, interest at 10% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | 16,578 | 16,578 | ||||||
Note payable to a related individual, interest at 10% per annum, due on demand, unsecured | 4,145 | 4,145 | ||||||
Notes payable to a company, due on demand, unsecured | 759 | 7,418 | ||||||
Notes payable companies, interest at 8%, due on demand, unsecured | 182,160 | — | ||||||
Total Notes Payable – Related Parties | 203,642 | 90,393 | ||||||
Less: Current Portion | (203,642 | ) | (90,393 | ) | ||||
Long-Term Notes Payable – Related Parties | $ | — | $ | — |
Accrued interest at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017 was $23,370 and $102,707, respectively and is included in accrued liabilities – related parties.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2018, the Company transferred $196,233 of Accounts Payable - Related Parties to Notes Payable - Related Parties, and received $3,136 in note proceeds from related parties. In addition, as discussed in NOTE 3 , during the nine months ended September 30, 2018, the Company negotiated with related parties for the settlement of accounts payable and other liabilities of the Company. The amount settled of $613,245 was recorded as additional paid-in capital, and included $86,120 in Notes Payable - Related Party.
NOTE 7 - DERIVATIVE LIABILITY
The Company analyzed the convertible notes for derivative accounting consideration under ASC 815, “Derivatives and Hedging,” and determined that the conversion options associated with two of its convertible notes from NOTE 4 above should be classified as a liability since the conversion options became effective at issuance resulting in there being no explicit limit to the number of shares to be delivered upon settlement.
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
The Company determined its derivative liability to be a Level 2 fair value measurement and used the Black-Scholes pricing model to calculate the fair value as of September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017. The Black-Scholes model requires six basic data inputs: the exercise or strike price, time to expiration, the risk-free interest rate, the current stock price, the estimated volatility of the stock price in the future, and the dividend rate. Changes to these inputs could produce a significantly higher or lower fair value measurement. The fair value of each conversion option is estimated using the Black-Scholes valuation model.
The derivative liability at September 30, 2018 consisted of the following:
Original Note Face Value | Derivative Liability | |||||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 8%, due on February 25, 2016, in default, (A) from NOTE 4 | $ | 52,500 | $ | 60,006 | ||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 10%, due on April 29, 2016, in default, (B) from NOTE 4 | 53,500 | 119,630 | ||||||
Totals | $ | 106,000 | $ | 179,636 |
The derivative liability at December 31, 2017 consisted of the following:
Original Note Face Value | Derivative Liability | |||||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 8%, due on February 25, 2016, in default, net of discount of $1,183 (A) | $ | 52,500 | $ | 67,386 | ||||
Convertible note payable to an entity, interest at 10%, due on April 29, 2016, in default (B) | 53,500 | 134,257 | ||||||
Totals | $ | 106,000 | $ | 201,643 |
The above convertible notes contain variable conversion features based on the future trading price of the Company’s common stock. Therefore, the number of shares of common stock issuable upon conversion of the notes is indeterminate. Due to the variable conversion terms of convertible notes (A) and (B) described in NOTE 4 above, it was determined that there was a derivative liability associated with these notes. The fair values of the derivative liability at September 30, 2018 and December 31, 2017 were $179,636 and $201,643, respectively, which are reported on the balance sheet. The Company recorded a gain on the changes in the fair values of the derivative liability of $22,007 on the statement of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2018. The Company recorded a gain on the changes in the fair value of the derivative liability of $199,323 on the statement of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2017.
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START SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
September 30, 2018
(Unaudited)
NOTE 8 - EQUITY TRANSACTIONS
On January 8, 2016, the Company amended and restated its Certificate of Incorporation to increase the number of authorized shares of common stock to be issued to 5,000,000,000. The par value of both the Preferred Stock and common stock was also changed from $0.0001 to $0.00001.
During the nine months ended September 30, 2018, the Company issued an aggregate of 92,125,000 shares of its common stock for the conversion of accrued interest in the amount of $2,982 and conversion of convertible notes of $1,500.
During the three months ended September 30, 2018, the Company negotiated with related parties for the settlement of accounts payable and other liabilities of the Company. The amount settled of $613,245 was recorded as additional paid in capital.
NOTE 9 - SETTLEMENT OF DEBT
During the three months ended September 30, 2018, the Company negotiated with non-related party creditors for the settlement of accounts payable and other liabilities of the Company. This resulted in a gain on the settlement of debt in the amount of $53,029 as shown on the statement of operations.
NOTE 10 - SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
The Company has evaluated subsequent events for the period of September 30, 2018 through the date the financial statements were issued, and concluded there were no other events or transactions occurring during this period that required recognition or disclosure in its financial statements.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.
You should read the following discussion of the Company's financial condition and results of operations in conjunction with the audited financial statements and related notes included in the filing of the company’s latest annual 10-K. This discussion may contain forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding our expectations, beliefs, intentions, or future strategies that are signified by the words "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "believes," or similar language. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward looking statements. We caution you that Start Scientific’s business and financial performance is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties.
Overview
Prior to April 2012, we were a reseller of technology-related hardware and software, including laptops, desktops, networking devices, telecommunication systems and networks, servers and software. In April 2012, in connection with the acquisition of two separate one-fourth (1/4) working interests in certain oil and gas leases located in Yazoo County, Mississippi, our principal business became the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas interests.
Results of Operations
Following is our discussion of the relevant items affecting results of operations for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2018 and 2017.
Revenues. The Company generated net revenues of $-0- for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2018 and 2017.
Professional Fees. Professional fees consist of legal and accounting fees associated with the preparation, audits and reviews of the Company’s financial statements. Professional fees for the three months ended September 30, 2018 were $24,293 compared to $10 during the three months ended September 30, 2017. Professional fees for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 were $61,245 compared to $630 during the nine months ended September 30, 2017. The increase is mainly the result of legal and accounting fees associated with the Company becoming current in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Other Income (Expense). Other income and expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2018 resulted in net other income of $78,474 compared to net other income of $104,327 during the three months ended September 30, 2017. Other income and expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 resulted in net other income of $13,456 compared to net other income of $141,807 during the nine months ended September 30, 2017. Other expenses incurred were comprised primarily of interest expenses related to the promissory notes and other liabilities of the Company in the amount of $61,580 during the nine months ended September 30, 2018. Also included in this category is the gain on the change in fair value of derivative liability in the amount of $22,007 during the nine months ended September 30, 2018. The Company also recorded a gain on the settlement of debt in the amount of $53,029 during the nine months ended September 30, 2018. During the nine months ended September 30, 2017, the Company incurred interest expenses of $57,516 which includes the amortization of debt discount of $1,183. Also included in this category is the gain on the change in fair value of derivative liability in the amount of $199,323.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
The Company has no off-balance sheet arrangements.
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Personnel
Start Scientific has project-based contract personnel that we utilize to carry out our business. We utilize contract personnel on a continuous basis, primarily in connection with service contracts which require a high level of specialization for one or more of the service components offered.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Since inception, the Company has financed its operations through a series of loans, credit accounts with hardware vendors, and the use of Company credit to procure goods and services. As of September 30, 2018, our primary source of liquidity consisted of $-0- in cash and cash equivalents. We may seek to secure additional debt or equity capital to finance substantial business development initiatives or acquire additional oil and gas resources.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
As a smaller reporting company we are not required to provide this information.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Management’s Report on Disclosure Controls and Procedures
The Securities and Exchange Commission defines the term “disclosure controls and procedures” to mean a Company's controls and other procedures of an issuer that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is recorded, processed, summarized and reported, within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation, controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by an issuer in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is accumulated and communicated to the issuer’s management, including its principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. The Company maintains such a system of controls and procedures in an effort to ensure that all information which it is required to disclose in the reports it files under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified under the SEC's rules and forms and that information required to be disclosed is accumulated and communicated to principal executive and principal financial officers to allow timely decisions regarding disclosure.
As of the end of the period covered by this report, the Company carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of the chief executive officer and chief financial officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures. Based on this evaluation, the chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are designed to provide reasonable assurance of achieving the objectives of timely alerting them to material information required to be included in the Company’s periodic SEC reports and of ensuring that such information is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified. The Company’s chief executive officer and chief financial officer also concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective as of the end of the period covered by this report to provide reasonable assurance of the achievement of these objectives.
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Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no significant changes in our internal controls over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended September 30, 2018 that have materially or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal controls over financial reporting.
PART II
OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
None
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
As a smaller reporting company, we are not required to provide the information required by this item.
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
During the nine months ended September 30, 2018, the Company issued an aggregate of 92,125,000 shares of its common stock for the conversion of various debt instruments in the amount of $4,482.
Exemption From Registration Claimed
All of the sales by the Company of its unregistered securities were made by the Company in reliance upon Section 4(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “1933 Act”). All of the individuals and/or entities listed above that purchased the unregistered securities were all known to the Company and its management, through pre-existing business relationships. All purchasers were provided access to all material information, which they requested, and all information necessary to verify such information and were afforded access to management of the Company in connection with their purchases. All purchasers of the unregistered securities acquired such securities for investment and not with a view toward distribution, acknowledging such intent to the Company. All certificates or agreements representing such securities that were issued contained restrictive legends, prohibiting further transfer of the certificates or agreements representing such securities, without such securities either being first registered or otherwise exempt from registration in any further resale or disposition.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES
None.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
None.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION
Not applicable.
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS:
The following documents are filed as exhibits to this Form 10-Q:
INDEX TO EXHIBITS
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Certificate of Incorporation of Start Scientific, Inc., a Delaware corporation.(1)
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Bylaws of Start Scientific, Inc., a Delaware corporation.(2)
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31.1 | Certification by Chief Financial Officer, Jim Frazier, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. | |
32.1 | Certification by Chief Financial Officer, Jim Frazier, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. |
(1) | Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on November 23, 2011. |
(2) | Filed as an Exhibit to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form 10 SB12G, deemed effective by the Commission on January 17, 2007. |
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SIGNATURES |
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
START SCIENTIFIC, INC. | ||
Date: November 19, 2018 | By: /s/ Jim Frazier | |
Jim Frazier | ||
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer |
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