Berkeley SkyDeck

Founded in 2012, Berkeley SkyDeck is a global startup accelerator based at UC Berkeley. It offers a six-month cohort program for startups founded by UC Berkeley students, alumni, and faculty, providing up to $100,000 in funding divided into two tranches. The accelerator is industry-agnostic and supports around 120 startups annually.

Brian Bordley

Partner

Chon Tang

General Partner

Past deals in Wearables

MZR Neurotech

Grant in 2023
MZR Neurotech is a medical technology company focused on sleep monitoring solutions. The company has developed an innovative in-ear electroencephalogram (EEG) sensor that utilizes biosensors to accurately measure brain activity during sleep. This device allows users to enhance their sleep quality by providing valuable insights into their sleep patterns. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, MZR Neurotech aims to contribute to better sleep health and understanding.

Gisens Biotech

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Gisens Biotech is a biotechnology company focused on bioelectronics and nanotechnology, developing portable diagnostics such as the Nano-Lab, a device that provides real-time measurements of biomarkers from tiny samples of blood, urine, or saliva. The Nano-Lab aims to deliver accurate, portable biomarker analysis and interpretation, potentially changing how measurements are performed. The company is also pursuing a nanotechnology-based platform to diagnose and monitor renal biomarkers—urea, creatinine, and potassium—from a single blood drop, with results accessible through an application for real-time health monitoring.

Kura Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2016, Kura Technologies is based in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing augmented reality glasses equipped with micro-display and variable focus technology.

Humm

Seed Round in 2019
Humm is a neurotechnology company dedicated to enhancing human capabilities through innovative products that leverage advancements in neuroscience. The company focuses on developing non-invasive wearables that improve cognitive function and overall quality of life. Its flagship product is a clinically validated patch that stimulates brain activity and boosts working memory for up to 90 minutes with just a 15-minute application. By integrating cutting-edge machine learning and cloud processing, humm aims to provide a healthier alternative to traditional medication and supplements for cognitive enhancement. The company’s mission is to facilitate personal growth and learning at any stage of life, allowing individuals to engage more fully in both professional and personal realms.

Renren Zhuang Kejì

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Renren Zhuang Kejì is a producer of medical equipment designed to offer services for geriatric care. They specialize in developing wearables and electronic gadgets that monitor older health conditions and send out frequent notifications to remind elderly users to take their medications, allowing them to track medication consumption more effectively and reduce medical risks.

PTW Design & Development

Seed Round in 2019
PTW Design & Development Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, dedicated to creating assistive technology solutions for individuals with physical limitations. Founded in 2015 by Philip Weiss and Richard Weiss, the company focuses on developing innovative devices that enhance communication and mobility for disabled individuals. Among its notable products is AireTOUCH, a low-force accessibility switch designed for use in wheelchairs, catering specifically to those with limited finger strength and dexterity. PTW Design & Development aims to improve the quality of life for its users through practical and accessible technology.

Aimee

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Aimee Health is a company that specializes in developing a mobile application focused on personalized vitamin plans. The app utilizes artificial intelligence technology and system-thinking algorithms to analyze key inputs related to the body's needs. Based on this analysis, Aimee Health offers users presorted thirty-day subscription packs of vitamins tailored for brain health. This approach aims to help users live longer, fitter, and healthier lives by providing customized healthcare services through their mobile application.

Evolution Devices

Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Evolution Devices is a neuro rehabilitation technology company that creates functional electrical stimulation devices. Its flagship product, EvoWalk, uses artificial intelligence to track walking patterns and personalize therapy for individuals recovering from neurological impairments such as stroke or multiple sclerosis.

MONIT

Seed Round in 2019
MONIT is a Korean technology company focused on developing innovative smart care solutions for the elderly and infants. The company has created a smart baby diaper sensor that enhances infant healthcare by easily attaching to diapers and distinguishing between urine and feces without direct contact with the baby's skin. This sensor sends mobile notifications to parents, allowing them to respond promptly to their baby's needs and improve communication. MONIT aims to provide peace of mind for parents and caregivers while ensuring better care for vulnerable populations through its advanced IT solutions.

Impressivo

Seed Round in 2019
Impressivo, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2012 that specializes in the development of advanced fabric 3D touch sensors. These sensors are designed for use in smart wearables, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, automotive applications, digital healthcare, and both virtual and augmented reality interfaces. By creating pressure and multitouch sensitive fabric sensors, Impressivo aims to enhance user interaction with digital devices, enabling brands to incorporate smarter functionalities into their products. The company focuses on providing next-generation input solutions that enrich the experience of interacting with technology.

Impressivo

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Impressivo, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2012 that specializes in the development of advanced fabric 3D touch sensors. These sensors are designed for use in smart wearables, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, automotive applications, digital healthcare, and both virtual and augmented reality interfaces. By creating pressure and multitouch sensitive fabric sensors, Impressivo aims to enhance user interaction with digital devices, enabling brands to incorporate smarter functionalities into their products. The company focuses on providing next-generation input solutions that enrich the experience of interacting with technology.

Humm

Convertible Note in 2018
Humm is a neurotechnology company dedicated to enhancing human capabilities through innovative products that leverage advancements in neuroscience. The company focuses on developing non-invasive wearables that improve cognitive function and overall quality of life. Its flagship product is a clinically validated patch that stimulates brain activity and boosts working memory for up to 90 minutes with just a 15-minute application. By integrating cutting-edge machine learning and cloud processing, humm aims to provide a healthier alternative to traditional medication and supplements for cognitive enhancement. The company’s mission is to facilitate personal growth and learning at any stage of life, allowing individuals to engage more fully in both professional and personal realms.

Blumio

Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Blumio, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the development of a non-invasive radio frequency wearable sensor designed to measure blood pressure and other cardiovascular diagnostics. Unlike traditional methods that rely on inflatable cuffs, Blumio's sensor utilizes radar technology to detect and analyze the pressure waves traveling through blood vessels, enabling continuous and accurate monitoring of blood pressure throughout daily activities. This innovative approach allows users to track their cardiovascular health in real-time, providing insights that traditional devices cannot offer. By focusing on the dynamic nature of blood pressure and its variations based on activity, Blumio aims to enhance the way individuals monitor their vitals and improve overall health and wellness.

Eleysian

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Eleysian develops an on-skin computing platform that conforms to the wearer’s body and lifestyle.

SwiftMotion

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
SwiftMotion is a company that specializes in developing wearable sensors and analytics aimed at enhancing the health and safety of industrial workers. The company's innovative ergonomic systems utilize full-body motion capture technology to conduct precise ergonomic risk assessments, while also capturing load and force data to identify potential risks. By offering these insights, SwiftMotion enables clients in sectors such as warehousing, distribution centers, airport transit, automotive, and insurance to design effective interventions that reduce injury rates. This not only promotes worker well-being but also helps organizations decrease costs associated with workers' compensation.

Angilytics

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Angilytics is a company focused on cardiovascular wellness through the development of a wearable wristband that provides essential health metrics, including blood pressure and heart rate. Utilizing a patented sensor fusion technology combined with machine learning algorithms, the wristband enables healthcare professionals to remotely monitor patients with various cardiovascular conditions such as heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and myocardial infarction. By facilitating timely and informed medical interventions, Angilytics aims to reduce hospital readmission rates and lower overall healthcare costs, making it easier for doctors to manage and treat heart diseases efficiently.

Inteliclinic

Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Inteliclinic is an engineering studio focused on artificial intelligence technologies and biological signal processing systems. The company is best known for its flagship product, the Neuroon, a groundbreaking wearable sleep mask that integrates advanced brain wave and pulse measurement technology to analyze and enhance sleep quality. With a presence in both Warsaw and San Francisco, Inteliclinic has gained recognition as an innovative startup and has participated in prestigious accelerator programs, including the Sky Deck accelerator at the University of California, Berkeley. The company has received numerous accolades for its innovation, including first place at the LeWeb contest in Paris and recognition as the best sleep startup in 2015 by HealthXL in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic. Additionally, Inteliclinic was awarded the Best Health Startup by the Plug and Play accelerator program, further solidifying its reputation in the health tech sector.

Mentl.io

Non Equity Assistance in 2015
Mentl is a company focused on creating technologies that facilitate seamless interaction between the human mind and electronic devices. It specializes in the development of a wearable brain-reading device designed to make engagement with technology more natural and expressive. The company’s innovative solutions are based on research conducted in the neuroscience laboratory of UC Berkeley professor Jack Gallant, who leads the Mentl team alongside senior researchers. By leveraging patent-pending technologies, Mentl aims to enhance the way individuals interact with their electronic devices, prioritizing user privacy and comfort.

Picosense

Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Picosense is a technology company focused on transforming the heart monitoring industry through the development of a miniaturized, contact-less heart monitoring device. The company has created a millimeter-scale device that utilizes an innovative combination of Magnetoresistive (MR) sensors and Microelectromechanical (MEMS) resonators. This advanced integration allows for an unprecedented level of sensitivity in detecting low-frequency magnetic signals, while maintaining low power consumption, volume, and mass. Picosense's chip-scale sensors are specifically designed to measure picotesla magnetic signals, enabling accurate heart rate monitoring for patients.
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