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Otomo is a licensable B2B2C cash management toolkit designed for banks and fintechs. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to offer personalized discounts and rewards, enhancing the financial wellness of consumers. By providing hyper-personalized banking solutions, Otomo enables financial institutions to cater to the unique needs of each end user. This approach not only improves user engagement and retention but also maximizes revenue opportunities for licensing partners. Overall, Otomo aims to create a compelling experience that benefits both consumers and financial institutions alike.

InterGen Data, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based artificial intelligence software solutions and machine learning algorithms tailored for banking, wealth management, insurance, and fintech sectors. The company's platform enables financial institutions to predict when clients may experience significant life events and assess the potential financial implications. Key offerings include SoLOMON, an artificial intelligence engine that manages various client data points such as age, risk tolerance, and life stages; LSLE, which identifies life events; and DAViD, a robo-advisory widget that delivers insights regarding clients' lives. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Murphy, Texas, InterGen Data aims to enhance client engagement and financial planning through its innovative technology.

Equalize Digital, Inc. is a company dedicated to enhancing web accessibility through a combination of software and service offerings. Its primary product, the Accessibility Checker, is an automated scanning tool specifically designed for WordPress websites, enabling real-time monitoring and reporting on accessibility status as content, themes, and plugins are updated. In addition to this software, Equalize Digital provides comprehensive audits, remediation services, and custom website solutions to assist clients in ensuring their digital content is accessible to all users. The company's mission is to act as a catalyst for positive change on the web, helping to create a more inclusive online environment.

SeebeckCell Technologies(SCT) develop and manufacture carbon-negative power solution for Industrial IoTs by utilizing waste heat around them. SCT's first product utilizes ample waste heat in industrial facilities to provide power for the IoT sensors, eliminating the need for changing batteries and increasing active time.

Mod Tech Labs is a developer of an automated workflow platform tailored for the visual effects industry. The company has created an AI Cloud SaaS platform that significantly streamlines the processing of imagery assets, including photogrammetry, volumetric video, and scans. By allowing users to simply drag and drop raw imagery, Mod Tech Labs’ software processes these assets up to 99% faster than traditional manual workflows. This technology not only enhances the quality of three-dimensional digital content but also helps clients reduce infrastructure costs and labor hours, making the creation of 3D content more efficient and accessible.

Developer of a real-time data platform designed to remove data engineering dependencies that delay or block real-time machine learning and analytics deployments. The company's platform allows data scientists to build their own streaming data pipelines, enabling data team members to overcome the challenges of deploying machine learning in time-critical settings.

MediCircle utilizes technology to eliminate barriers to care and reduce pharmaceutical waste. The company collects leftover oral chemotherapeutics, ensures the medicine’s quality, and redistributes it to those in need. Its advanced technology allows them to offer a safe, low-cost alternative to disposal. MediCircle creates significant savings for patients, insurance companies, and healthcare facilities, all while improving the health of its local communities.

BioBQ is a cultivated meat company that produces slaughter-free beef brisket and other BBQ meats from cultured animal cells. The company uses proprietary technologies that efficiently create non-ground meat products in weeks rather than a year or more required with raising cattle, the revolutionary process allows control of meat content and taste, reduces environmental impacts of meat production, and takes BBQ to the next tasty, sustainable level consumers want.

Tru-Spot Technologies, based in Brandon, Mississippi, specializes in augmented reality solutions aimed at enhancing the live event experience for sports fans and concert-goers. The company's innovative technology enables users to participate in real-time events from home, offering an experience that surpasses traditional live streaming by providing control and interactivity. Tru-Spot's application features a 360-degree fan view, two-way in-seat communication, and the ability to purchase multiple tickets per virtual seat. Additionally, it incorporates a distance measurement system that utilizes machine learning and visual recognition to establish yardage in American football games. With a team experienced in film, technology, and business development, Tru-Spot has collaborated with prominent clients in the sports industry. The company is currently seeking $3 million in seed capital to finalize its augmented reality app development and initiate its first stage launch.

Mindful Appy is the only software suite for the NEI™ Collect Emotional Data Anonymously Review emotional state by team, department, group, or region Mindful Appy preserves the psychological safety of individual employees while empowering them to express their feelings.

Developer of AI (artificial intelligence)-enabled communications platform designed to secure privacy between electronic devices. The company offers an application that uses invisible ink that is biometric secure and facilitates private communications to ensure only the sender and receiver of any transmission can view its contents, enabling users to keep conversations private, secure, and encrypted from end to end.

Exosphere Fitness is a gym that makes fitness more accessible for all by bringing the benefits of resistance training into homes.

SignTracker is a software company based in Austin, Texas, that provides online tools tailored for the sign industry. Its platform assists sign shops in managing various processes, allowing them to plan and organize tasks effectively. By enabling users to calculate price quotations and track project statuses, SignTracker helps sign shops streamline their operations and enhance productivity. The tools are designed to support businesses in maintaining team alignment and delivering accurate quotes to customers, ultimately facilitating growth and operational efficiency in the sign industry.

Vaccine Systems expedites and simplifies vaccine preparation for caregivers and patients. Millions more people, particularly in the developing countries, can be immunized, saving tens of thousands of labor years through worldwide vaccination campaigns. Vaccine Systems creates equipment to help with this, resulting in increased access to vaccines, simplified preparation, and an essential margin of safety for those prepared at the point of care. At the same time, we reduce vaccine waste – which the WHO claims varies from 30% to 70% – and suboptimal vaccine re-allocation.

Third Ray Inc. is a forward-thinking SaaS data solutions and professional services company dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of enterprises. At the heart of our offerings is Hallmark AI, a state-of-the-art Generative AI-based platform designed to streamline data analytics and business intelligence across diverse sectors. Hallmark AI enables enterprises to effectively manage and capitalize on their data assets, whether structured or unstructured, spanning documents, audio, and video content. Through advanced AI integration, the platform provides real-time, actionable insights that support informed decision-making and the optimization of key business functions. Our technology addresses complex challenges such as corporate governance, risk, and compliance management, as well as supply chain optimization. Hallmark AI also plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing remote training through augmented reality and in supporting large-scale cloud-based curricula for remote learning environments. By automating enterprise processes and compliance procedures, and by precisely classifying and reporting Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Hallmark AI delivers measurable outcomes for our clients. The platform is particularly valuable to teams in sales, marketing, and investment, enabling them to navigate vast amounts of content distributed across various channels to make strategic decisions and gain valuable customer insights. At Third Ray Inc., we are committed to innovation and excellence, helping our clients navigate the digital landscape with confidence.

Netnoids Rx Laboratories operates a cancer contract research organization that uses patient-derived organoid model systems to help find a cure for rare cancers.

Opsin Biotherapeutics develops a pipeline of opsin-based gene therapies for pain management.

Javari is a technology startup that helps consumers discover local places and events anywhere.

Provider of breast milk freeze-drying service intended to help moms overcome barriers to breast milk storage and transportation at home and at work. The company offers breast milk powder that can be stored for years without refrigeration and can be used by mixing with warm purified water, just like powdered formula, enabling nursing mothers to save their own breast milk as a safe and convenient powder.

ChurchSpace is a platform established in 2019 that offers flexible rental options for commercial spaces, specifically targeting underutilized church properties. Founded by Day Edwards, the company aims to alleviate financial pressures on churches by converting their unused real estate into venues for events, meetings, and commercial kitchen operations. This innovative approach allows both businesses and individuals to access affordable local church spaces for various occasions, thereby generating additional revenue for the churches while providing cost-effective solutions for renters.

Intelligent NanoFiber, Inc. is a company based in College Station, Texas, that specializes in the design and manufacture of NanoFiber, an advanced absorbent material made of polypropylene. Established in 2020, the company focuses on the development of this innovative nano-material, which is capable of capturing and neutralizing toxins and infectious diseases. The applications of NanoFiber span various sectors, including public safety and defense, where it is utilized for air filtration, waste cleanup, heat insulation, and environmental initiatives such as desert greening. Through its advanced technology, Intelligent NanoFiber aims to address critical challenges in safety and environmental sustainability.

Lodgeur Incorporated owns, operates, and leases apartments for business and solo travelers, couples, families, and work colleagues. It offers short and extended stay options; and cleaning, laundry, maintenance, and other services. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Houston, Texas.

Patturn is a web-based inventory management software that allows resellers to tackle the complexities of customer returns. The end-to-end software includes the following features: purchase orders management, inventory management, warehouse management, sales channel management, order management, and business intelligence. In addition to this, our software has the unique capability of processing customer returns. Returns management is the process of taking returned/distressed inventory and recapturing its lost value. Through data-driven metrics, our system is capable of helping you make the best decision to maximize recovery. In addition to this, it allows resellers to store their inventory in a variety of conditions (i.e. new, used, refurbished, open box). Our goal is to help resellers make smarter decisions when processing customer returns. The key objective is working to improve productivity in the reseller’s operations and warehouses. Our system will provide a step-by-step guide of where to begin once a return enters their warehouse. When a customer returns an item, there is a loss of profit that must be taken into account to maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction. However, our program will be beneficial to many resellers by recapturing some of that lost value. In addition to this, resellers can adjust the software to their unique business needs. They will be able to modify the software in a way that best suits their business such as how they want to process returns, ship out orders, and select specific sales channels they want to be present on. Lastly, we believe in creating a new norm that values social responsibility and sustainability. Resellers will find a better way to reprocess their returns instead of sending them into landfills where waste will continue to increase and cause harm to our environment.

Every Shelter creates and designs sustainable shelters for refugees.

Otomo is a licensable B2B2C cash management toolkit designed for banks and fintechs. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to offer personalized discounts and rewards, enhancing the financial wellness of consumers. By providing hyper-personalized banking solutions, Otomo enables financial institutions to cater to the unique needs of each end user. This approach not only improves user engagement and retention but also maximizes revenue opportunities for licensing partners. Overall, Otomo aims to create a compelling experience that benefits both consumers and financial institutions alike.

Grain4Grain is a San Antonio-based food-tech startup focused on producing low-carb, high-protein flour from brewers spent grain, a significant byproduct of the brewing industry. The company has developed a patent-pending process that efficiently dries and mills this spent grain in under 20 minutes, a significant reduction from the conventional six-hour method. By upcycling this resource, Grain4Grain not only creates a nutritious ingredient but also promotes sustainability within the food supply chain. Since its launch 10 months ago, the company has upcycled 120,000 pounds of spent grain and introduced two consumer packaged goods in nearly 200 HEB stores. Additionally, Grain4Grain is actively pursuing contracts with various product makers, bakeries, and even a dog food manufacturer to expand its market reach and product offerings.

Gig Wage is a fintech payroll company that provides a financial social safety net for gig workers and contractors. Its scalable platform enables businesses to manage contractor payroll, payments, and compliance while delivering greater transparency to their gig workers. Whether they are paying 100 contractors or 100,000 Gig Wage gives the tools to efficiently manage the process while alleviating payments related support. Gig Wage provides an online platform that allows independent contractors to track the amount and type of work they perform for companies, initiate invoices, and receive payments from companies. The partnership also allows Gig Wage the ability to introduce a new debit card with no monthly fee, free online bill pay, and free cash withdrawals at more than 19,000 ATM locations, free cash pick-up at over 7,000 retail locations nationwide, and other products and tools designed for gig workers and their employers. By leveraging Green Dot’s Banking as a Service platform, Gig Wage can now design and deploy its own customized banking and money movement solutions for its customers. Founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA.

Zibrio is a balance diagnostics company based in Houston, Texas, founded in 2017. The company has developed a unique biometrics device that utilizes advanced knowledge of postural control and machine learning to detect subtle changes in balance. Originally based on technology developed for NASA to assess astronauts' stability post-spaceflight, Zibrio's technology aims to empower users to monitor and improve their health. The device provides insights into individual balance profiles, offering assistance and advice to enhance stability, reduce the risk of falls, and promote overall well-being. Through its innovative approach, Zibrio seeks to advance the understanding of balance and contribute to better health outcomes for its users.

knowRX™is a mobile online application that schedules, monitors, and provides feedback on drug usage (prescription and over-the-counter medicines) for consumers and designated medical contacts. knowRX™ promotes wellness, accountability, and consumer feedback throughout the completion of a course of therapy. knowRX™ is designed to promote well-being through an online platform for patient and physician engagement. The Platform provides important drug information and current clinical trial reports to assist healthcare providers and their patients in the selection of the right therapy for the individual. Additionally, through this user-friendly app, patients are offered access to counseling, genomics data for treatment compatibility, nutritional guidance, holistic insights, clinical trial opportunities and instructional videos on clinical research, and trending analysis regarding medication behavior, all with the goal of achieving the most beneficial treatment outcomes. The makers at knowRX™ recognize that drug adherence is a major factor in the success of medical therapy. There is no single solution that addresses nonadherence for all patients. We set out to create an interactive platform that makes available multiple solutions and learns about consumers to establish and refine access to tools that best fit the respective needs of individual patients.

Developer of a healthcare device designed for continuous monitoring and early detection of health issues based on urine analysis. The company's device uses mass spectroscopy-based sensors to track changes in urine over time, enabling patients and doctors with timely intervention, and potentially preventing complications or hospitalizations.

Muxy, Inc. is a company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in developing software for live streaming platforms, particularly Twitch. Founded in 2015, Muxy offers a range of tools designed to enhance the experience of live broadcasters and their audiences. Their products include interactive live video applications, the Muxy Extension Development Kit for Twitch extension development, and Muxy Alerts, which provide real-time notifications for followers, donations, subscriptions, and other interactions. Additionally, Muxy provides analytics services for brands, along with a programmatic ad network tailored for Twitch. Their tools also include features like the Muxy Cheer Cup and Cheer Progress Bar, which significantly boost engagement on the platform. The company's ongoing development efforts aim to create more innovative engagement solutions for brands, influencers, and developers.

AtEase Rentals is a short-term lodging service based in Round Rock, Texas, that specializes in connecting vacation rental hosts with federal and military members, including their families, during official travel. Founded in 2019, the company addresses the unique lodging needs of service members, Department of Defense employees, military contractors, and other federal employees by providing a reliable and cost-effective platform for booking accommodations. AtEase ensures that all listed properties meet federal and military lodging criteria, offering travelers ease of use and transparency in reimbursement processes. This innovative approach aims to enhance the travel experience for military personnel and their families by providing comfortable and safe stays during their official assignments.

DanceFight is a mobile application platform that serves as a mobile video competition platform that will start with a focus on dance but will spread quickly to all kinds of UGC video verticals were people. It specializes in the fields of internet, mobile apps, and video streaming.

Sano Chemicals is an early stage biotechnology company primarily focused on the development of novel anti-infectives for clinical and agricultural use. The word “Sano” is derived from the Latin word meaning health, thus, they are focused on the development of products that will promote their health and a healthy and sustainable environment. Sano Chemicals is focusing on the development of antifungal treatment options for fungal infections and antifungal bio-control methods for crops. Their goal is to innovate the anti-fungal industry. The antifungal occidiofungin is a completely unique antifungal compound discovered by researchers at Mississippi State University and Texas A&M University. Novel applications in occidiofungin's use are being developed through the innovative endeavors of their scientists. Products that cure fungal infections (nail, skin, and systemic), as well as products that promote a sustainable food supply by targeting fungal diseases in plants are being developed.

EM Device focuses on transforming physician ideas into practical medical products. The company has developed an innovative abscess drainage device that simplifies the loop technique for treating abscesses. This device significantly reduces the failure rate of abscess treatments by half and eliminates the necessity for follow-up visits. As a result, it enhances patient outcomes, decreases pain, and shortens the time providers spend on the procedure. Additionally, it offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional incision and drainage methods, which are often time-consuming and uncomfortable for patients. EM Device's commitment to improving medical procedures reflects its dedication to advancing healthcare solutions.

TexPower commercializes cobalt-free, high-capacity, drop-in cathode materials for lithium-based batteries. It focuses on producing cathode materials and leverage expertise from the battery industry for manufacturing customized lithium-ion batteries for a variety of end-users. They commercialize cathodes that can replace commercial battery cathodes and can be deployed in portable electronics, electric vehicles, drones, robots, and more. It is comprised of metals such as nickel, manganese, aluminum, iron, zinc, and more and are synthesized through standard industrial manufacturing processes. This synthesis route is used for producing mainstream cathode materials for electric vehicles across the world, namely, lithium nickel-manganese-cobalt oxide (NMC) and lithium nickel-cobalt-aluminum oxide (NCA). Their products also offer a value proposition that enables at least 10% higher energy density, 25% lower raw material costs, increased sustainability, and a secure and benign battery supply chain. TexPower’s cobalt-free cathodes offer security benefits for the military battery applications. Wangda Li, Arumugam Manthiram, and Evan Erickson founded the company in 2019 in Austin, Texas.

Thinks Works is an early-stage biomedical company developing ideas and products that help to solve problems that humans are dealing with. It is the concept of founder Ryan C. Murdock, MD. Through his interactions with his patients dealing with the condition of scoliosis, he saw a need for improvement in the treatment of scoliosis. He set this as a goal and now has begun to build an incredible team to bring his vision to reality so that we may dramatically improve the lives of these patients. Its device is for the non-operative treatment of adolescent scoliosis, a severe curvature of the spine in kids. Approximately 10,000 US kids per year require brace treatment. The current treatment is a custom-made hard plastic brace. It keeps the spine immobile by compressing the ribs. It has poor patient compliance and outcomes at a high patient cost. Its novel device will improve patient comfort, compliance, and outcomes at a lower total patient cost.

STRAP Tech is a company focused on developing innovative wearable devices designed to assist visually impaired individuals. Their flagship product serves as a substitute for the traditional white cane, utilizing sensors to detect obstacles and alert users of potential collisions through haptic feedback. This technology aims to enhance the mobility and independence of visually impaired users, allowing them to navigate their environments with greater security and efficiency. By providing a more intuitive means of obstacle detection, STRAP Tech seeks to improve the everyday experiences of those with visual impairments.

Developer of a radioisotopic battery designed to power projects related to small satellites, asset tracking, and future-forward applications. The company's power management system offers beta-emitting radioisotope power sources in a singular design that provides uninterrupted power over long periods, enabling businesses to eliminate the need for lithium batteries in satellites and optimizing power and space for clients.

SurfEllent develops advanced anti-icing coatings that prevent the buildup of ice on a variety of surfaces. Utilizing unique materials properties and proprietary technology, SurfEllent’s coatings provide dramatically reduced ice adhesion strength, outperforming other advanced coatings technologies while maintaining durability and chemical and UV stability. SurfEllent coatings are highly customizable and can function on a variety of surfaces, leading to applications in aerospace, automotive, trucking, power transmission and generation, and the consumer space – anywhere ice buildup is a significant issue.

Developer of an artificial intelligence-driven senior care platform created to improve the quality of life for seniors. The company's platform uses voice technology to eliminate caregiver anxiety and offers complete control and access to scheduled care events, and daily reports on the senior's activities and well-being, while also providing health tips and content, enabling seniors to increase social interactions in daily life.

Solenic Medical, Inc. is a medical device company founded in 2019 and based in College Station, Texas. It specializes in developing a non-invasive treatment for infected metallic implants using a technology that employs alternating magnetic fields generated by external coils. This innovative approach targets biofilm on the surfaces of medical implants, which is a significant complication in surgeries like knee and hip replacements, as well as in trauma-related procedures involving plates and rods. The technology has the potential to replace the costly and risky two-step revision surgical procedure currently used to address chronic infections in medical implants, thereby offering a safer and more effective solution for patients.

Developer of an online learning platform intended to deliver quality, engaging, and accessible education. The company's platform makes use of original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations that make learning contextual, visual, and practical, enabling students to receive a personalized educational experience.

Developer of a technology platform designed to improve the processes of drugs that are drawn at the point of care. The company's platform allows users to streamline the processes associated with preparing, administering, and documenting drugs that are drawn on-demand at the point of care, helping hospitals capture significant lost revenues from insurance companies, reduce non-compliance exposure, and increase patient safety.

EyeTrac has developed novel face guard technology for contact sports, which can detect concussions accurately on the field in real-time. The incidence of concussions and traumatic brain injury (TBI) has reached epidemic proportions in sports. There is a growing need on the playing field for a head-worn device that can objectively assess head trauma in real-time. This innovative technology is designed to meet the specific needs of athletes participating in contact sports and address limitations of currently available methods of evaluation. It will provide immediate accessibility with diagnostic accuracy for concussions.

Global Security Advancements helps the consumers and defense industry along with firearm manufacturers and retail companies. It develops, manufactures, and markets "TRA-SOR" the "World's First IoT Safe Storage System".

Articulate Labs, Inc. is a medical device company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2009. The company specializes in developing wearable devices aimed at treating knee osteoarthritis. Its flagship product, KneeStim, employs neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to enhance the rehabilitation of knee function by stimulating quadriceps muscles during daily activities. By integrating electrical muscle stimulation into routine movements, Articulate Labs' devices address muscle atrophy and inhibition associated with chronic conditions or surgical recovery, making physical rehabilitation more accessible and effective for patients.

Developer of a healthcare people transformation platform designed to turn data into insight. The company's platform assists in solving people-transformation challenges at all levels of the organization through one-on-one conversations with an emotionally-aware chatbot, enabling clients to efficiently identify who is about to quit and why they plan to leave, and rapidly mitigate burnt-out and address concerns of at-risk individuals.

HackNotice is a threat intelligence company specializing in data breaches as well as leaked credentials and identities.

BeeReaders is a digital platform dedicated to enhancing literacy skills among Spanish-speaking K-12 students. The platform provides personalized learning experiences through original Spanish content presented in a game-like format. It includes an español placement test and a proprietary leveling system that ensures culturally relevant material is accessible to users. Additionally, BeeReaders offers a supplemental program designed to support hybrid instruction, allowing students to monitor their progress, generate reports, and advance their academic success effectively.

ShardSecurity offers simple yet powerful protection for your sensitive files. ShardSecurity is built on a proprietary, patent-pending security platform that encrypts, shards and stores files on a decentralized multi-cloud storage network providing, multi-layer protection from internal or external threats. We offer both B2C & B2B solutions. Use Shard Security as an obfuscation layer to your Local, OnPremise or Cloud drives.

Hashing Systems is a production studio focused on facilitating the development of decentralized applications on the Hedera Hashgraph platform. The company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance user interaction with blockchain technologies while maintaining security. Key products include Hash.js, which provides libraries for secure key management; Composer, a browser-based tool for interacting with smart contracts; and the Decentralized Web Console, which helps users manage resources within their Hedera infrastructure. Additionally, Hashing Systems offers the Hash Name Service for app and account connections, DailyStamp.io for hashgraph-based blogging and social media, and MyHBARTokens.com, a web wallet for token transactions. Founded in 2018 and based in Dallas, Texas, Hashing Systems aims to simplify the development process, making it more accessible for developers engaging with decentralized finance and smart contracts.

Tradeblock provides the community with an easy and secure way to trade and use their kicks as currency. It uses its shared database to connect with other collectors. It does not only serve as a broker to help in finding the specific trades but a middleman as well, to ensure authenticity and a seamless trading transaction.

TRUscore operates as an automotive marketplace focused on facilitating the sale of vehicles and related products. The company offers technology that enables access to used vehicles, primarily through online auctions. By creating a certified marketplace, TRUscore connects various stakeholders, including lenders, insurers, dealers, and retail car buyers. This platform not only assists in the buying and selling process but also helps arrange financing and manage trade disposals. Through these services, TRUscore aims to enhance buyer confidence and ensure secure transactions in the automotive market.

PolarPanel is a Forbes 30 Under 30 renewable energy startup focused on bringing clean, reliable, and low-maintenance refrigeration technology to the commercial cold chain.

Operator of a medical device company intended to create and analyze engineering structural-thermal models. The company uses bioresorbable stent technology and provides engineering services through research, mechanical and mechanism design development, and structural and thermal analysis, enabling medical researchers to access a new generation of polymeric stents.

Chronically Capable is a recruitment platform dedicated to addressing the high unemployment rates among disabled and chronically ill individuals in the United States. With disability unemployment being double that of non-disabled individuals, the platform connects job seekers with chronic and invisible illnesses to employers who offer flexible job opportunities that accommodate their medical needs. By allowing users to voluntarily disclose their health conditions, work history, and job preferences, Chronically Capable facilitates meaningful employment matches. The platform also assists employers in meeting the requirements under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, promoting workforce diversity. Ultimately, Chronically Capable aspires to be a leading authority on chronic illness in the workplace, collaborating with businesses and government entities to standardize reasonable accommodations and reduce unemployment rates for these individuals.

HiPR Innovation provides wheelchair-users with reliable pressure visualization, pressure management strategies, and valuable data points. The company is focused on preventing pressure ulcers. It was founded in 2019 and based in Laredo, Texas.

Noleus Technologies Inc., based in Houston, Texas, focuses on developing a medical device aimed at enhancing patient recovery after abdominal surgery. The company's product is designed to prevent intestinal wall edema and postoperative ileus, conditions that can lead to prolonged hospital stays and increased healthcare costs. By addressing these issues, Noleus's device facilitates a quicker return of bowel function, thereby enabling patients to recover sooner and reducing the complications that typically extend hospital stays. This innovation not only benefits patients but also helps healthcare providers save time and reduce costs associated with extended care.

Medical Elution Devices features polymer-coated devices containing medication(s) that is engineered to adhere to the surface of existing chest tubes, endotracheal tubes, implants, etc., and elute drug over a pre-determined period.

Vitro IoT employs integrated ECC hardware cryptography in small, low power, low cost devices that interface with any type of digital device (e.g. scanners, cameras, sensors, scales, meters) to capture and secure verified data at the source. Verified data is assembled into authenticated IoT Blocks: data encrypted, hashed and signed with Proof-of-Origin for secrecy and security in transport and at rest. A hosted "oracle" decrypts IoT Block data through Zero-Trust (IAM) authenticated access by users and applications.

Keto A.I., Inc. is a company based in Houston, Texas, specializing in swimming pool maintenance services through its innovative technology platform. The company has developed an AI-based skimmer plate that offers valuable insights into pool safety and maintenance. This skimmer plate is equipped with sensors that monitor water quality, water levels, and equipment performance. The collected data is streamed to the cloud and analyzed using artificial intelligence, allowing clients to effectively track and manage their swimming pools. By leveraging advanced technology, Keto A.I. enhances pool maintenance processes, providing users with essential information for optimal pool care.

RedOak Instruments is a medical technology company located in Katy, Texas, specializing in non-invasive biomechanical assessments of hand function. Its innovative technology enables the detection of fine motor control and coordination impairments through detailed measurements and analyses. This system is particularly useful for evaluating recent injuries and tracking recovery progress, as it monitors changes in reaction time and other critical parameters over time. RedOak's technology serves a range of professionals, including clinicians, military medics, and emergency responders, who require accurate assessments of the severity of injuries, particularly those affecting fine motor skills, in a timely manner.

Tellinga (like telling a story) is a Houston, TX-based start-up that creates personalized hand-drawn greeting cards that tell your story through snail mail. Story recipients receive illustrated stories about themselves based on unique preferences. It can be fun, dramatic, thoughtful... anything! Here's how it works: 1. Select your story length (options-one day, one week, two weeks, or one month) 2. Upload a photo and add a description of your desired story (you can reminisce a memory from your past or create a brand new story 3. Our team of talented illustrators and artists will start working on your story 4. A few days later, the designated recipient of the story will start receiving unique hand-drawn greeting card-sized illustrations every other day in their mailbox until the package ends

Provider of curated vacation homes designed to bridge the gap between boutique lodging and reliable hospitality, aiming to elevate travel experiences for modern millennials and Gen Z. The company provides upscale yet affordable homes that feel like cosy personal dwellings, enabling travellers to enjoy comfortable stays with convenient hotel-like services, fostering authentic connections with local communities.

Brazen is a platform for empowering and equipping people with periods. Brazen helps women to have a healthy cycle, feeling good about their body, and being brazen about pursuing their dreams. It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Austin, Texas.

TomoWave is a company focused on developing innovative imaging technologies for clinical medicine and preclinical research. Utilizing its proprietary optoacoustic and laser ultrasonic imaging modalities, TomoWave aims to enhance cancer detection, guide medical interventions, and monitor the effectiveness of cancer therapies. The company's technology, which captures images by "listening to the sound of light," allows for highly detailed visualization of tissues, particularly in relation to vascular and blood-related conditions. Founded by Dr. Alexander Oraevsky, a pioneer in biomedical optoacoustics, TomoWave has a strong emphasis on generating intellectual property and advancing it from concept to validated clinical prototypes. The company is committed to bringing its technologies to market through appropriate regulatory certifications, thus contributing to improved diagnostic capabilities in healthcare.

GaitIQ is an simple-to-use primary care app.

CSS Worldwide specializes in enhancing workplace safety through the use of advanced sensing technology and proprietary algorithms. The company has developed a monitoring system that detects and analyzes safety incidents, particularly focusing on slips, trips, and falls, which are the most common causes of lost time accidents. By utilizing wearable sensors, CSS Worldwide captures data on near misses and accidents, allowing for the identification of workers and mobile equipment in close proximity to these events. This system anonymously records interactions leading up to incidents, enabling animated replay and analysis to better understand the causes of accidents. The insights gained from this technology aim to improve overall safety performance in various work environments.

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Developer of nanotechnology designed for the agriculture industry. The company's technology improves food safety through the development of novel methods for cleaning and sanitizing, enabling clients with the feasibility of employing nanotechnology to replace traditional post-harvest chlorine wash.

M1neral LLC, based in Houston, Texas, offers a mineral intelligence platform that streamlines the transaction process for buyers, operators, and sellers of mineral assets. The platform integrates data collection, artificial intelligence, and transaction automation to provide actionable insights and enhance decision-making. It features a robust spatial search tool that facilitates collaboration among all parties involved in transactions, including service providers and financial institutions. By focusing on efficiency, M1neral's platform aims to significantly reduce transaction cycle times, enabling users to complete deals more quickly and effectively. Additionally, the marketplace allows mineral buyers and owners to easily research and filter asset information, promoting a more informed and convenient transaction experience.

Renzoe Box is a hardware & software beauty platform streamlining the personal makeup collection

Developer of a blind assistive technology intended for the visually impaired persons. The company's product uses glass technology to create a hands-free visual magnification powered by the human mind, enabling users to zoom in on objects and see things by thinking.

Developer of an on-demand hiring platform intended to resolve temporary and permanent employment demands. The company's platform connects businesses with the right talent in a quick, friendly, and inexpensive way and also makes low-middle skilled jobs available, enabling clients to fill temporary or permanent openings.

Steradian Technologies is a biotech company focused on developing noninvasive and fully portable diagnostic solutions for infectious diseases. The company specializes in a rapid COVID-19 detection test that utilizes advanced photon-based technology to identify pathogens within 30 seconds. By employing focal point projection systems that replicate human eyesight, Steradian’s approach eliminates the need for traditional laboratory settings, multiple testing steps, and extensive sample preparation. This innovative method not only enhances the speed of diagnosis but also maintains high accuracy in detecting a range of bacteria, viruses, and biomarkers. By streamlining the diagnostic process, Steradian Technologies aims to revolutionize patient care and provide clinicians with rapid and precise diagnostic capabilities.

CRG is a health care software company that makes a system called KBCore. KBCore is a patient-safety platform that uses predictive technology to cut costs and help doctors, nurses and staff better communicate. Developer of enterprise data management platform designed to allow healthcare organizations to develop better and safer patient care processes. The company delivers real-time clinical tools for rounds, meaningful insights for quality improvement and data capture to streamline risk management functions, enabling hospitals and other healthcare organizations in understanding patient safety data to identify active threats predicting and preventing harm.

Developer of bioplastic products intended to reduce petroleum dependency, carbon dioxide emissions, and habitat destruction. The company offers economically sustainable plant-based plastic alternatives which are a combination of plant fibers and standard, recycled, or biobased polymers and can be injection molded or extruded into a variety of items, enabling household, automotive, appliance, electronics, and outdoor equipment industries to substitute carbon-negative plant material for petrochemical feedstock without sacrificing quality or margin.

The Etho is a Certified B Corp marketplace that operates an online shopping platform designed to connect conscious consumers with ethical brands and artisans. The platform offers a curated selection of sustainably sourced products, primarily created by women, catering to socially responsible shoppers. By facilitating direct access to these ethical brands, The Etho enables consumers to make informed purchasing decisions that align with their values, promoting a sustainable and ethical lifestyle.

TeVido BioDevices, Inc. is a biotechnology start-up based in Austin, Texas, focused on developing tissue-engineered products for reconstructive surgery. Established in 2016, the company leverages 3D bio-printing technology and patients' living cells to create custom grafts tailored to individual needs. TeVido's innovative approach aims to enhance options for breast cancer survivors and others experiencing disfigurement, ultimately improving self-esteem and quality of life. In addition to its primary focus on breast reconstruction, TeVido's technology is applicable to a broad range of needs in wound healing and cosmetic surgery, addressing various unmet demands in these fields. The company's advancements in cellular therapy and manufacturing techniques enable the restoration of lost skin color, offering significant improvements in surgical outcomes.

Manufacturer of nanocoating materials intended to create a strong protective penetrative coating that covalently bonds to the substrate. The company's materials are manufactured through hydrophobic nano-coating which repels stains and water, thereby enabling clients to improve of the nature and quality of the surfaces and structures with specialized cleaners, sealers, and stains.

Developer of a healthcare people transformation platform designed to turn data into insight. The company's platform assists in solving people-transformation challenges at all levels of the organization through one-on-one conversations with an emotionally-aware chatbot, enabling clients to efficiently identify who is about to quit and why they plan to leave, and rapidly mitigate burnt-out and address concerns of at-risk individuals.

Articulate Labs, Inc. is a medical device company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2009. The company specializes in developing wearable devices aimed at treating knee osteoarthritis. Its flagship product, KneeStim, employs neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to enhance the rehabilitation of knee function by stimulating quadriceps muscles during daily activities. By integrating electrical muscle stimulation into routine movements, Articulate Labs' devices address muscle atrophy and inhibition associated with chronic conditions or surgical recovery, making physical rehabilitation more accessible and effective for patients.

WriterDuet is a cloud-based screenwriting software that facilitates collaboration among writers, actors, directors, game developers, and production staff. The platform offers features such as automatic script formatting, auto-saving, and backing up of scripts, ensuring that users can work both online and offline with ease. It allows for seamless collaboration by providing tools for structured outlines, revision tracking, and multimedia integration. By consolidating an infinite stream of drafts in one place, WriterDuet enhances the writing process, making it efficient for teams to develop and refine their scripts.

Navigation Research is a B2B service company that offers TruScore Certified Pre-Owned Auto Auction (tscpo.com) and an online marketplace hosting interaction between private party vehicle sellers and dealers thereby benefiting both.

re:3D reduces production complexity by providing affordable, industrial 3D printers that transform big ideas into tangible realities. With a build volume of eight cubic feet and robust construction, Gigabot can print objects 30x larger than competing desktop models. Up until now, personal 3D printing has been limited to toys and trinkets, while the Gigabot will bring your biggest dreams to life. re:3D's customer base comprises an esteemed group of designers, small business owners, manufacturers, educators, prototypists, and hobbyists in over 30 countries around the globe. Currently, re:3D is scaling manufacturing operations, and exploring alternate materials and feedstocks with global leaders in material and life sciences.

Brazen is a platform for empowering and equipping people with periods. Brazen helps women to have a healthy cycle, feeling good about their body, and being brazen about pursuing their dreams. It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Austin, Texas.

Vybe Software LLC is a mobile and web application development company based in Nashua, New Hampshire, established in 2015. The company specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with its flagship product, LEIA, designed to create customized websites using voice commands. This innovative platform aims to transform the do-it-yourself website creation process, enabling users to generate visually appealing and tailored websites rapidly and effortlessly.

InterGen Data, Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based artificial intelligence software solutions and machine learning algorithms tailored for banking, wealth management, insurance, and fintech sectors. The company's platform enables financial institutions to predict when clients may experience significant life events and assess the potential financial implications. Key offerings include SoLOMON, an artificial intelligence engine that manages various client data points such as age, risk tolerance, and life stages; LSLE, which identifies life events; and DAViD, a robo-advisory widget that delivers insights regarding clients' lives. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Murphy, Texas, InterGen Data aims to enhance client engagement and financial planning through its innovative technology.

teleCalm, Inc. offers a managed phone service specifically designed to assist seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company provides a range of features aimed at enhancing the quality of life for both seniors and their caregivers. The service includes call blocking, 9-1-1 call notifications, and protection against phone scams, allowing caregivers to manage problem calls such as late-night and repeated calls effectively. The core of teleCalm's offering is the Caregiver app, which enables family members to remotely control the features of the service, ensuring that seniors can maintain their independence while being safeguarded from potential fraud and abuse. By addressing common challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones, teleCalm aims to reduce isolation and improve connectivity among families.

Developer of an online designer clothing retail platform designed to provide clothing to big and tall-built men. The company's online retail platform focuses on providing fashionable XXL clothes, enabling men to stop wasting time shopping and get custom clothing delivered right to their doorstep

VenoStent, Inc. is a biomaterials and bioengineering company based in Nashville, Tennessee, with an additional office in Houston, Texas. Established in 2017, the company specializes in developing bioresorbable smart polymers aimed at enhancing vascular surgery outcomes. Its primary product, SelfWrap, is a perivascular wrap designed to minimize complications at the junctions of veins and arteries, particularly for dialysis patients. SelfWrap functions as an external stent that promotes outward vein growth and provides mechanical support, thereby reducing the risk of vein collapse. By focusing on innovative solutions in vascular care, VenoStent aims to improve patient outcomes and transform surgical practices.

GotSpot is an online marketplace that facilitates short-term rentals of commercial spaces, resembling the concept of Airbnb but tailored for various types of business environments. The platform connects local businesses with underutilized spaces, allowing entrepreneurs to rent facilities such as kitchens, galleries, studios, warehouses, workshops, bars, and restaurants for brief periods. This arrangement not only enables entrepreneurs to seize new opportunities but also provides local businesses with an additional revenue stream. By fostering these transactions, GotSpot aims to enhance the local economy and promote community resilience.