Accelerate Blue Fund

Accelerate Blue Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that focuses on investing in startups licensed from research conducted at the University of Michigan. Managed by Innovation Partnerships at the university, the fund targets a variety of sectors, including information technology, healthcare, materials and resources, financial services, energy, consumer products and services, business products and services, and commercial transportation. By concentrating on U-M research startups, Accelerate Blue Fund aims to support innovation and foster the growth of emerging companies in the United States.

Don Manfredi

Associate Director

Past deals in Michigan

Newhaptics

Venture Round in 2023
Newhaptics is a microfluidic technology company that specializes in full-page digital braille and tactile graphics displays. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

CubeWorks

Seed Round in 2022
CubeWorks Inc. specializes in developing millimeter-scale computing solutions, focusing on autonomous wireless sensing technology. Founded in 2013 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company has created the Cubisens platform, which includes ultra-small wireless smart sensors for various applications such as healthcare logistics, supply chain management, cold chain monitoring, security, and environmental monitoring. These sensors are characterized by their lightweight and durable design, making them suitable for deployment in challenging environments. By enabling real-time tracking and providing critical data access, CubeWorks aims to enhance the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape with innovative sensing solutions that address a wide range of monitoring needs.
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