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Galileo Innovations develops human performance-optimizing biotech gear and equipment for athletes, first responders, military members, and labor industry workers. Its proposed technology, KordoFan, augments users with actionable insights concerning environmental and biometric hazards in real-time to target heat injuries; through an array of biomimicry cooling designs, the device aids in speed, agility, mental clarity, muscle recovery, strength, and stamina during training/shifts.

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Fillow aims to disrupt the feminine hygiene industry by providing long-lasting, easy-to-use, leak- and mess-free period products for women. It offers products with an innovative design that combines the best of both tampons and menstrual cups, our product supports, empowers, and uplifts modern women.

Stemloop is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 and based in Evanston, Illinois. It focuses on developing cell-free biosensing products aimed at revolutionizing chemical and molecular testing. By utilizing genetically encoded sensing and response mechanisms, Stemloop creates simple and cost-effective solutions for the accurate and scalable detection of various chemicals. This innovation enables medical professionals to deliver better and faster test results while reducing costs, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of testing processes in healthcare and related fields.

Bridge Financial Technology Inc. offers automated Software-as-a-Service solutions tailored for Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), financial advisors, and wealthtech companies. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company specializes in developing portfolio accounting and management software. Its Atlas platform includes features for quick billing, invoicing, performance aggregation, client portals, and file sharing, enabling fiduciary advisors to streamline operations. By enhancing efficiency and promoting technological adoption, Bridge Financial Technology empowers RIAs to automate office work and investment management, thereby allowing them to serve more clients, scale their businesses, and reduce operational costs.

Infiniteach is dedicated to autism innovation through technology and training. It is a digital learning platform for one in 68 children diagnosed with autism. Its first product, Skill Champ, makes it easy for parents and teachers to create customized lessons that are rooted in evidence-based autism interventions. Infiniteach was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Hubly Surgical Inc. is a medical device company focused on enhancing the safety of neurosurgical procedures. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Chicago, the company has developed an integrated electric drill system designed to replace traditional hand-cranked drills. This innovative technology aims to reduce the high complication rates associated with common neurosurgical procedures, which can fail up to 20% of the time. The drill system features advancements such as drilling guidance, plunge prevention, and catheter guidance, making it suitable for both operating rooms and emergent settings. By streamlining bedside intracranial access and decreasing reliance on traditional operating room environments, Hubly Surgical seeks to improve the overall safety and efficiency of neurosurgery.

Genivity, Inc develops an artificial intelligence software platform that help advisors to engage clients and retain them through health risk, life stage, and care cost planning. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Infiniteach is dedicated to autism innovation through technology and training. It is a digital learning platform for one in 68 children diagnosed with autism. Its first product, Skill Champ, makes it easy for parents and teachers to create customized lessons that are rooted in evidence-based autism interventions. Infiniteach was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Aerospec Technologies is a Chicago-based technology company focused on developing an intelligent three-axis flight control system that can autonomously inspect, monitor and collect high-quality data in the energy industry while making operations safer and more efficient. The insights from our system allow clients to enhance the safety of all stakeholders while reducing the cost of maintaining their assets.

Developer of a point-of-care testing platform designed to automate urine diagnostics. The company's platform utilizes add-on devices to toilets for automating point-of-care urine testing from specimen collection to delivery of results, enabling hospitals to remove clinical staff inputs, improve the efficiency and accuracy of data and create a more hygienic and comfortable patient experience.

Stroma is engaged in the development of advanced edge processing devices aimed at enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency in industrial workplaces. The company's platform utilizes computer vision technology to monitor driver behavior and assess worker fatigue, distraction, and ergonomic load in real-time. By transforming complex data streams into clear, actionable insights, Stroma facilitates continuous quality control and immediate feedback mechanisms. This innovative approach helps reduce accidents and improve overall operational safety in various industrial environments.

Resonado, Inc. specializes in audio technology, focusing on its patented Flat Core Speaker (FCS) technology, which allows for innovative product designs without sacrificing sound quality. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, with additional offices in San Francisco, Boston, and Anyang, South Korea, Resonado caters to a variety of industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, home theater, hospitality, and marine sectors. The company addresses the challenges posed by the trend toward product miniaturization and the increasing demand for compact audio solutions, which traditional conical speaker technologies cannot meet without compromising design or performance. By licensing its FCS technology to global manufacturers, Resonado enables the development of high-fidelity audio systems that align with modern design requirements.

Developer of a novel drug therapy designed to treat and prevent recurrent kidney stones. The company's therapy is derived from a gut bacterium to prevent and treat kidney stone diseases such as hyperoxaluria and oxalate-based kidney stones as well as renal diseases caused by high levels of oxalate in the body, thereby enabling patients to receive quality drug therapy in order to remove oxalate safely from the body and consequently prevent recurrence of stones.

Sempulse was created for the men and women of their armed forces. With the constant reminders of the dangers their military men and women face in training and combat, Sempulse began developing sensor systems designed specifically for the harsh conditions of battlefield triage spread across the globe. They then realized that they could enhance the entire existing prehospital and multiple casualty spaces with their FieldVitals solution. They are a collection of biomedical, hardware, and software engineers and former U.S. Military Officers located in Arizona, California, Texas, and Illinois. Their Advisory Board consists of Fortune 50 executives, high-ranking U.S. Military flag officers, CEO-tenured physicians, and Tier 1 medical operators.

ImmunArtes is a biotechnology company focused on developing vaccines and therapeutics aimed at preventing diseases caused by Staphylococcus aureus and its antibiotic-resistant strains. The company's innovative vaccine targets the bacteria's immune evasion mechanisms, aiming to provide protection against both infection and colonization. Through research conducted in mouse models, ImmunArtes seeks to demonstrate the efficacy of its vaccine, ultimately offering patients a viable option for vaccination against staph infections.

SecurSpace, Inc. provides access to parking and storage options for trucks, trailers, and containers in the United States. It offers access to a source of parking and storage locations ranging from truck parking and trailer drop yards to heavy equipment storage depots. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. It also has operations in Los Angeles, California; Atlanta, Georgia; and Chicago, Illinois. As of October 5, 2020, SecurSpace, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Envase, Inc.

IntuiTap Medical, Inc. is a Houston-based company that develops innovative devices for spinal punctures, addressing issues of inaccuracy and discomfort associated with these procedures. Founded in 2016, the company has created a handheld device that integrates imaging and needle guidance technology, providing a comprehensive solution for accurate needle placements used in lumbar punctures, spinal anesthesia, and epidurals. By enhancing the precision and efficiency of these procedures, IntuiTap Medical aims to reduce procedural costs and increase confidence among both healthcare providers and patients. The company's focus on improving spinal puncture outcomes positions it as a leader in this specialized medical field.

Neopenda is a healthcare technology company based in New York City that specializes in developing reusable vital signs monitoring devices designed for critically ill newborns. Founded in 2015, the company creates wearable products that integrate into a baby hat, allowing healthcare providers to monitor essential vital signs such as pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood oxygen saturation, and temperature. These devices are powered by rechargeable batteries and wirelessly transmit health data to a central monitoring application, alerting healthcare workers in real time when a newborn is in distress. Neopenda's innovations target low-resource settings, aiming to reduce response times for neonatal emergencies and ultimately combat avoidable neonatal mortality. By enhancing monitoring capabilities, Neopenda supports healthcare providers, including community health workers and home-based care systems, in delivering timely and effective treatment to vulnerable newborns.

Cnature designs and develops a mobile application, which identifies plants and animals in real time. It allows users to snap a photo of the plant or animal and provides information on them. Additionally, it connects users to nature lovers by building a community. The mobile application is available across the iOS and Android formats. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Developer of a predictive analytics platform designed to build high-performing, people-centric workplaces. The company's platform helps to find out the drivers of employee experience, understand the socio-emotional factors affecting employees, identify opportunities and create action plans, enabling organizations to drive productivity, retention, and engagement within their employee base.

MouseHouseApp is a web application that enables researchers in the life sciences industry to track experimental data, health, and complex breeding schemes of laboratory mice. It offers proprietary embedded mouse optimization software to help manage breeding schemes and reduce costs by suggesting animals to cull; a collaborative interface that allows researchers within a lab or multiple parties within an institution to share and record data for the same animals; and an intuitive iPad drag-drop interface to eliminate redundant data entry and save time. MouseHouseApp was founded by Jeegar Shah and Umar Khokhar in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Alltuition is an online search engine that enables collage students to find sources for financial aid. It tracks hundreds of student loan providers to help students find the best loans they are eligible for and to understand the real cost of borrowing.