The National Science Foundation (NSF), established in 1950 and located in Alexandria, Virginia, is an independent federal agency dedicated to advancing fundamental research and education across all scientific and engineering disciplines. With an annual budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF operates America's Seed Fund, which allocates nearly $200 million each year to support startups and small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. This initiative provides non-dilutive funding of up to $1.5 million to assist in research and development efforts, thereby facilitating the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services. By helping to de-risk technology, the NSF plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges through scientific advancements.
Manufacturer of aluminium nitride-based power amplifiers intended for next-generation communication performances in defence and telecommunications applications. The company offers aluminum and nitride-based power transistors with the ability to produce MW-frequency signals which also translates to an increase in the distance a wireless signal can travel, enabling clients to allow power operation at lower temperatures.
Supranational develops hardware and software solutions for verifiable and secure computing. The company was founded in 2019 with the goal of developing products at the intersection of cryptography and computer architecture.
Iambic is an AI company that brings AI-driven personalization to footwear distribution, design, and manufacturing. Iambic's data-driven fit platform is able to capture and simulate an individual's unique footwear needs and optimal shoe models. Iambic's first product which is a B2B2C virtual fit prediction tool, where Iambic's API plugs into e-commerce apps and websites to provide a smartphone-based virtual foot scan and personalized product/size recommendations. This technology eliminates the guesswork in shoe shopping for consumers and enables retailers and brands to reduce the 40% return rate for online purchases, which costs e-commerce operations an average of $40 to process each pair of shoes returned.
CoCoPIE is a startup developing a platform to optimize AI models for edge devices. CoCoPIE reduces the expected time to market in order to meet if not exceed demand for applications.
Semiotic AI provides encrypted computing services in the cloud based on Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). Using Semiotic's services, organizations can offer data analytics on sensitive data without compromising security and privacy. In addition to data security, Semiotic's technology can protect proprietary models by encrypting them before deployment. Privacy and security will play a pivotal role in business growth in the era of cloud computing, AI, and 5G. Semiotic's founders bring decades of experience in cryptography, AI, and acceleration to prepare you for this future. It was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Los Altos, California.
DeepSim develops electronic design automation technology to help chip designers speed up design and verification. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Silicon Assurance is a technology company founded in 2021 and based in Gainesville, Florida, specializing in hardware security software aimed at enhancing the trust and security of silicon chips. The company develops automated tools that expedite the security assessment of chip designs, effectively preventing data leakage and safeguarding revenue for businesses. Silicon Assurance's technologies focus on mitigating risks associated with reverse engineering and identifying both intentional and unintentional design flaws in semiconductor intellectual property (IP) cores. By providing security services tailored for the electronics supply chain, which includes components like system-on-chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards (PCBs), the company addresses critical vulnerabilities in smart-connected devices, such as self-driving cars and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Inchfab specializes in custom microchip manufacturing, offering proprietary tools that cater to the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) market. The company's microfabrication platform enables clients to prototype and produce low volumes of highly customized microchips economically. By focusing on the semiconductor and micromechanical Internet of Things (IoT) chip markets, Inchfab provides essential manufacturing capabilities that facilitate the design and production of specialized devices.
Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.
Atlas AI P.B.C is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in artificial intelligence-based API software aimed at promoting sustainable development, particularly in emerging markets. Through its web platform, Atlas AI employs machine learning to provide decision-makers with insights that enhance planning, management, and assessment of investments and development programs. The software generates reliable socioeconomic estimates related to agricultural productivity, household asset wealth, and access to essential infrastructure, such as power and transportation. By constructing these measures for Sub-Saharan Africa, Atlas AI enables both private and public organizations to effectively allocate resources and monitor high-stakes initiatives, ultimately advancing economic well-being in the regions they serve.
AI Metrics, LLC, based in Birmingham, Alabama, specializes in artificial intelligence and imaging solutions aimed at enhancing workflows and reporting in clinical practices and trials. Founded in 2019, the company develops advanced imaging software that aids radiologists in measurement and reporting tasks. Its technology focuses on improving the efficiency and value of radiologists by providing robust data and consistent output for patient care and research. The software includes an image viewing platform and cancer workflow tools that track responses of non-target lesions and image findings, facilitating data-driven insights and effective communication through graphical reports.
Aclarity, LLC is a manufacturer of innovative water purification devices aimed at improving water treatment processes for residential use. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in the United States, the company leverages patent-pending electrochemical technology to effectively remove a wide range of contaminants, including pathogens, metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and ammonia from water. Aclarity's systems are designed to provide cost-effective, low-maintenance solutions, ensuring comprehensive purification while promoting safe and clean water for its customers and end-users.
AxonDx specializes in the detection and characterization of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in the bloodstream, which serve as critical indicators of solid tumors and their metastases. The company has developed the nCYTE™ technology, a rapid and highly accurate system that scans un-enriched blood samples in minutes, identifying all classes of CTCs shed by solid tumors. This innovative approach not only provides morphological insights into the CTCs but also allows for outsourced molecular characterization, facilitating more personalized and effective cancer treatment. Unlike existing CTC detection methods, which are often slow, expensive, and less sensitive, nCYTE™ is designed to be compact and cost-effective, making it suitable for point-of-care applications. AxonDx operates on a "razor and blade" business model, selling nCYTE™ instruments along with diagnostic kits, thereby promoting widespread adoption of its game-changing technology in cancer diagnostics.
Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.
SuperMEM, founded in 2019 and based in San Diego, California, specializes in the development of lightweight chips that facilitate artificial intelligence integration in devices. The company's innovative technology allows for the incorporation of AI into Internet of Things devices without significantly increasing costs or power consumption. By providing a standard chip interface and simplifying software migration, SuperMEM enables its clients to access transformative technology, making it easier and more affordable to create smarter devices in various applications.
ANAFLASH Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in the development of a test chip that facilitates analog neurocomputing within logic-compatible embedded flash memory. The company offers an energy-efficient microprocessor designed for battery-powered edge devices, enabling real-time artificial intelligence inferencing without the need for cloud connectivity. This innovative microprocessor performs complex tasks efficiently by processing data where it is stored, thereby minimizing data traffic and energy consumption. During idle periods, it operates with very low power usage, making it a cost-effective solution for energy-efficient edge computing. ANAFLASH's integrated non-volatile neural network computing engine allows for secure task execution, reinforcing its commitment to providing reliable and efficient technology for modern computing needs.
SMART Pad is a provider of CMP conditioning-free pads with controlled design rules. The company was founded in 2018 by Sunghoon Lee and is headquartered in Cohoes, New York, United States.
Atom Computing Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, that focuses on manufacturing scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018, the company harnesses the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and address complex problems that traditional computers cannot solve. Atom Computing's technology allows for the optical control, scaling, and stabilization of these atoms, facilitating efficient quantum calculations in various fields, including drug design, computational chemistry, and general computing. Through its innovative approach, Atom Computing aims to advance the development of quantum technology and expand its applications across multiple industries.
Automat Solutions focuses on accelerating materials innovation and disrupting the lithium battery market. Founded by Xiao-Liang (Leon) Wang in 2019 and is located in Fremont, California.
Supranational develops hardware and software solutions for verifiable and secure computing. The company was founded in 2019 with the goal of developing products at the intersection of cryptography and computer architecture.
Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.
Active Layer Parametrics has created advanced metrology equipment for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, enabling precise measurements of mobility and activated carrier concentration profiles with Angstrom-level resolution. This innovative system provides detailed insights into the depth of electrical activation following implant-anneal processes. By facilitating rapid feedback, the technology allows clients to obtain results in minutes instead of weeks, significantly improving yield and device performance. The company's approach includes tracking process changes and their effects on electronic properties, enhancing the efficiency of process development and manufacturing control. Overall, Active Layer Parametrics offers a unique solution that advances the electrical characterization of semiconductor films, supporting reliable and economically viable production methods.
Axalume is a fabless semiconductor startup focused on developing advanced silicon photonic integrated circuits aimed at addressing interconnect bottlenecks in servers, data centers, and high-performance networking systems. Their proprietary technology integrates silicon photonic circuits with silicon electronics, offering significant improvements in performance metrics. Axalume's upcoming electronic-photonic integrated circuit (EPIC) chipsets are engineered to enhance the efficiency and scalability of data center operations, promising up to a 4.5x increase in density, a 3.5x boost in energy efficiency, and a 2x reduction in latency compared to existing networking components. The company's product offerings will include silicon photonics intellectual property, chipsets, and architectural solutions tailored to optimize internet data centers, making them faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. With recognition from commercial, academic, and government sectors, Axalume is positioned to play a pivotal role in the evolution of cloud computing infrastructure.
Akabotics is an autonomous robotic platform that conducts continuous maintenance dredging on shallow waterways. Its system reduces mobilization, labor, and energy costs. The company is based in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Atlas AI P.B.C is a technology company based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in artificial intelligence-based API software aimed at promoting sustainable development, particularly in emerging markets. Through its web platform, Atlas AI employs machine learning to provide decision-makers with insights that enhance planning, management, and assessment of investments and development programs. The software generates reliable socioeconomic estimates related to agricultural productivity, household asset wealth, and access to essential infrastructure, such as power and transportation. By constructing these measures for Sub-Saharan Africa, Atlas AI enables both private and public organizations to effectively allocate resources and monitor high-stakes initiatives, ultimately advancing economic well-being in the regions they serve.
Boston Microtechnology is a semiconductor company that specializes in the development of CMOS-integrated isolated AC/DC conversion. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Burlington, Massachusetts.
AmberWave, Inc., formerly AmberWave Systems Corporation, engages in the research, development, and licensing of technologies for semiconductor manufacturing. It provides Strained Silicon, a technology that is used in microchips to improve performance and decrease power consumption; and Aspect Ratio Trapping, a technology, which is used to make chips for silicon-based photonics and photovoltaic cells. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Salem, New Hampshire. AmberWave Systems Corporation is a former subsidiary of U.S. Robotics Corp.
Xidas Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced microscopic electronic products for various sectors, including industrial, life-tech, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2015 and based in Irvine, California, the company employs a unique miniaturization paradigm known as Amalga, which integrates innovative manufacturing technologies and materials processing. Xidas produces a range of cutting-edge products such as microwave micro relays, micro force sensors, and zero-power implantable sensors, catering to applications in robotics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and healthcare. The company focuses on delivering industry-first technologies and highly integrated smart modules, positioning itself to meet the evolving needs of its industrial clients in diverse applications from medical implants to agriculture.
Agita Labs is a new startup in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The company is developing next-generation privacy-enhanced computing architectures that will facilitate the creation of new data markets while protecting data IP rights and respecting personal information.
Atom Computing Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, that focuses on manufacturing scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018, the company harnesses the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and address complex problems that traditional computers cannot solve. Atom Computing's technology allows for the optical control, scaling, and stabilization of these atoms, facilitating efficient quantum calculations in various fields, including drug design, computational chemistry, and general computing. Through its innovative approach, Atom Computing aims to advance the development of quantum technology and expand its applications across multiple industries.
Aligned Carbon is a supplier of aligned carbon nanotubes, enabling 1000x improvement in computing. It has provided its product of wafer-scale aligned carbon nanotube arrays to more than a dozen university research groups and industrial research labs.
Aligned Carbon was formed in early 2018 by three friends and labmates from Stanford University. Collectively Aligned Carbon’s team represents over 35 years of nanotechnology experience with 100+ peer-reviewed publications and inventorship for 15+ patents.
SMART Pad is a provider of CMP conditioning-free pads with controlled design rules. The company was founded in 2018 by Sunghoon Lee and is headquartered in Cohoes, New York, United States.
ANAFLASH Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in the development of a test chip that facilitates analog neurocomputing within logic-compatible embedded flash memory. The company offers an energy-efficient microprocessor designed for battery-powered edge devices, enabling real-time artificial intelligence inferencing without the need for cloud connectivity. This innovative microprocessor performs complex tasks efficiently by processing data where it is stored, thereby minimizing data traffic and energy consumption. During idle periods, it operates with very low power usage, making it a cost-effective solution for energy-efficient edge computing. ANAFLASH's integrated non-volatile neural network computing engine allows for secure task execution, reinforcing its commitment to providing reliable and efficient technology for modern computing needs.
Intensivate specializes in advanced chip technology designed to enhance data center performance, particularly for analytics and database workloads. The company has developed a product known as IntenScale, a PCIe card that effectively replaces 21 standard servers while consuming only 350W of power. This card is equipped with 21 patented Cluster CPU chips, each featuring 16 cores and 16 threads, culminating in a total of 336 cores and 5367 threads, along with 672GB of DRAM. Intensivate's solutions are particularly beneficial for cloud, on-premises, and edge applications that do not effectively utilize GPUs, FPGAs, or general-purpose CPUs. By enabling significant improvements in data processing performance without requiring modifications to existing software, Intensivate positions itself as a leader in addressing the needs of memory-intensive and parallel processing applications.
Aclarity, LLC is a manufacturer of innovative water purification devices aimed at improving water treatment processes for residential use. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in the United States, the company leverages patent-pending electrochemical technology to effectively remove a wide range of contaminants, including pathogens, metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and ammonia from water. Aclarity's systems are designed to provide cost-effective, low-maintenance solutions, ensuring comprehensive purification while promoting safe and clean water for its customers and end-users.
Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.
NGCodec Inc. specializes in developing advanced video encoder technology that adheres to the High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) standard, while also supporting AVC/H.264. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company focuses on cloud video processing and compression, offering solutions optimized for ultra-low latency and high-quality applications. Its product lineup includes silicon-based HEVC video decoders and encoders, as well as compliance and bitstream solutions. NGCodec serves markets such as decoder system-on-chip (SOC), encoder field-programmable gate array (FPGA), and encoder SOC worldwide. The company's Reality Codec technology is designed for real-time media experiences, facilitating cloud video transcoding and enhancing virtual and augmented reality applications. As of 2019, NGCodec operates as a subsidiary of Xilinx, Inc., leveraging its resources to further innovate in the field of video technology.
Revolution Computing is developing a radical new approach to accelerating emerging sparse machine learning workloads. Through the Revolution Architecture, we are capable of delivering 4x the performance at half of the energy of alternative solutions. These capabilities come from fundamentally re-inventing the microprocessor to handle an era where irregular compute and abundant data access patterns are commonplace.
Axalume is a fabless semiconductor startup focused on developing advanced silicon photonic integrated circuits aimed at addressing interconnect bottlenecks in servers, data centers, and high-performance networking systems. Their proprietary technology integrates silicon photonic circuits with silicon electronics, offering significant improvements in performance metrics. Axalume's upcoming electronic-photonic integrated circuit (EPIC) chipsets are engineered to enhance the efficiency and scalability of data center operations, promising up to a 4.5x increase in density, a 3.5x boost in energy efficiency, and a 2x reduction in latency compared to existing networking components. The company's product offerings will include silicon photonics intellectual property, chipsets, and architectural solutions tailored to optimize internet data centers, making them faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. With recognition from commercial, academic, and government sectors, Axalume is positioned to play a pivotal role in the evolution of cloud computing infrastructure.
Vidatronic, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor and systems company based in College Station, Texas, specializing in energy-efficient power management solutions for portable, handheld, and wearable electronic devices. Founded in 2010, the company designs and develops various intellectual property (IP) blocks, including capacitor-less low dropout voltage regulators and switching buck converters, as well as foundation IPs like temperature sensors and voltage references. By licensing its analog IP designs, Vidatronic enables integration into application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and systems on a chip (SoCs), focusing on optimizing power management units (PMUs) for enhanced performance and efficiency. The company's services also include power management design support, assisting clients from product definition to ramping up products for volume production, ultimately helping to minimize system cost and improve power efficiency across multiple market applications.
Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.
Astrapi Corporation specializes in the design and implementation of innovative spiral-based signal modulation communication systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company offers a range of engineering services, including the design of spiral-based waveforms, simulation modeling, and integration support for users' system designs. Astrapi also focuses on intellectual property licensing, research and development, and commercial licensing services. The company's unique approach to signal modulation, which utilizes complex spirals, has demonstrated significant performance improvements over traditional circular modulation methods, both theoretically and through software simulations. These advancements include effective band-limiting with pulse-shaping filters and considerations for various noise types, enhancing the robustness and efficiency of communication systems.
Xidas Inc. specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced microscopic electronic products for various sectors, including industrial, life-tech, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2015 and based in Irvine, California, the company employs a unique miniaturization paradigm known as Amalga, which integrates innovative manufacturing technologies and materials processing. Xidas produces a range of cutting-edge products such as microwave micro relays, micro force sensors, and zero-power implantable sensors, catering to applications in robotics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and healthcare. The company focuses on delivering industry-first technologies and highly integrated smart modules, positioning itself to meet the evolving needs of its industrial clients in diverse applications from medical implants to agriculture.
Akabotics is an autonomous robotic platform that conducts continuous maintenance dredging on shallow waterways. Its system reduces mobilization, labor, and energy costs. The company is based in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Reduced Energy Microsystems, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and manufacturing low power asynchronous microprocessors aimed at enhancing embedded devices. By integrating advanced circuit technology, intelligent architecture, and refined software tools, Reduced Energy Microsystems focuses on delivering energy-efficient silicon specifically for applications in computer vision and artificial intelligence. Their innovative solutions are designed to significantly reduce power consumption during processing operations, particularly in mobile devices.
Aquanis, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing the aerodynamic performance of wind turbines through the development of electrical devices. Incorporated in 2016 and located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, Aquanis offers blade-mounted plasma actuators that address unsteady aerodynamic forces. These innovative devices aim to reduce the cost of wind energy by extending the service life of turbines and facilitating the design of larger, more efficient models.
Applied Novel Devices develops semiconductor device architectures for discrete and integrated power products using process technologies. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Thalchemy Corp. develops neurally-inspired algorithms and accelerators aimed at continuous sensory processing in smartphones and other battery-operated devices. By mimicking the functionality of the mammalian thalamus, the company's technology allows for the routing, filtering, and preprocessing of sensory data, which enhances the detection of complex gestures and hot words across multiple modalities. This innovative approach significantly extends battery life for devices such as smartphones and wearables, while providing optimized voice and gesture control. Thalchemy's solutions also support the creation of always-on applications, simplifying development through an automated, user-friendly interface. Additionally, the technology can monitor environmental conditions, enabling applications that alert users or caregivers in emergency situations, such as falls or irregular heartbeats. Founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, Thalchemy aims to transform user interfaces and experiences across a variety of sensing platforms.
Carbice is a maker of Carbice Carbon, a product that lowers device temperatures and dissipates heat away from product packaging. It sets the standard for performance, reliability, and low-cost assembly within the world’s most important electronic, energy, and industrial products.
Carbice Corporation was founded in January 2017 by Georgia Tech Professor Baratunde Cola, who first worked on thermal applications of advanced carbon materials in 2001 and later spent time as a test and development engineer at Intel; and co-founded by a team of leading Georgia Tech researchers in electronic device power management and product innovation. The company also has an office in London and one coming soon to Toulouse, France.
IOTAS, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in home automation services specifically designed for apartment residents. Founded in 2014, IOTAS installs a range of smart devices, including outlets, switches, plugs, sensors, and hubs, to create a fully-connected smart home environment. The company offers a comprehensive automation platform that integrates these devices, allowing residents to control and automate lighting and appliances through a single application, voice commands, or scheduled triggers. This technology not only enhances the living experience for residents but also provides property developers with an efficient setup process to attract tenants and reduce utility and management costs. IOTAS aims to transform multifamily units into smart homes, benefiting both residents and property managers.
Cycladex has now developed a cheaper process which will reduce operating costs by approximately 30-50% and capital costs by 35-50%. It also has the advantage of using environmentally friendly chemicals eliminating the need to use the expensive Sodium Cyanide.
Developer of formal methods and formal verification techniques intended to improve the safety, reliability, and correctness of computing systems for aerospace, automotive, and blockchain industries. The company engages in applies formal methods to enhance computing safety for aerospace, automotive, and blockchain industries, enabling organizations to ensure accessible trustworthy computing.
Axion Technologies
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Axion Technologies is a cyber security company. The goal is to develops cutting edge encryption and 2-factor authentication capabilities.
NGCodec Inc. specializes in developing advanced video encoder technology that adheres to the High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) standard, while also supporting AVC/H.264. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company focuses on cloud video processing and compression, offering solutions optimized for ultra-low latency and high-quality applications. Its product lineup includes silicon-based HEVC video decoders and encoders, as well as compliance and bitstream solutions. NGCodec serves markets such as decoder system-on-chip (SOC), encoder field-programmable gate array (FPGA), and encoder SOC worldwide. The company's Reality Codec technology is designed for real-time media experiences, facilitating cloud video transcoding and enhancing virtual and augmented reality applications. As of 2019, NGCodec operates as a subsidiary of Xilinx, Inc., leveraging its resources to further innovate in the field of video technology.
zGlue is a Silicon Valley company offering a platform and process for building custom chips on demand. As businesses in the hardware space face increasingly intense time-to-market challenges, zGlue provides an innovative solution through their ChipBuilder software platform, proprietary Smart Fabric interposer, and manufacturing partnerships with world-renowned TSMC and ASE. zGlue’s approach to accelerated product development delivers top-quality chips at an exceptional speed, offering a significant improvement in miniaturization, affordability, and scalability for custom ICs.
Active Layer Parametrics has created advanced metrology equipment for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, enabling precise measurements of mobility and activated carrier concentration profiles with Angstrom-level resolution. This innovative system provides detailed insights into the depth of electrical activation following implant-anneal processes. By facilitating rapid feedback, the technology allows clients to obtain results in minutes instead of weeks, significantly improving yield and device performance. The company's approach includes tracking process changes and their effects on electronic properties, enhancing the efficiency of process development and manufacturing control. Overall, Active Layer Parametrics offers a unique solution that advances the electrical characterization of semiconductor films, supporting reliable and economically viable production methods.
ALA Scientific Instruments is a manufacturer of medical, surgical, ophthalmic, and veterinary instruments and apparatus. The company specializes in life science research instrumentation, particularly in the fields of biophysics and cellular electrophysiology. ALA Scientific designs, develops, and manufactures a diverse range of products, including electrophysiology diagrams, amplifiers and systems, brain imaging and calibration systems, as well as micromanipulators and mounting systems. Through its innovative approach, ALA Scientific supports various research and clinical applications in the life sciences sector.
Caduceus Intelligence Corporation (CIC) is a technology spin-off company of the University of Arizona (UA) located in Tucson, Arizona. CIC has an existing 10-year long non-exclusive licensing agreement with the University of Arizona to perform cutting edge research in the field of Healthcare IT. CIC has been awarded two National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR Phase I grants (NSF Award ID 1417181 and NSF Award ID 1622788) for the work it is doing in partnership with the University of Arizona. CIC has extensive research and development partnerships with prestigious research institutes in Taiwan, China and Denmark and has also received research funding from the National Taiwan University and University of Southern Denmark.
Astrapi Corporation specializes in the design and implementation of innovative spiral-based signal modulation communication systems. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company offers a range of engineering services, including the design of spiral-based waveforms, simulation modeling, and integration support for users' system designs. Astrapi also focuses on intellectual property licensing, research and development, and commercial licensing services. The company's unique approach to signal modulation, which utilizes complex spirals, has demonstrated significant performance improvements over traditional circular modulation methods, both theoretically and through software simulations. These advancements include effective band-limiting with pulse-shaping filters and considerations for various noise types, enhancing the robustness and efficiency of communication systems.
AMP Robotics Corporation specializes in designing and manufacturing robotic systems for material recovery facilities and recycling operations, focusing on automating the identification, sorting, and processing of complex waste streams. The company's flagship product, AMP Cortex, utilizes advanced robotics and computer vision technology to efficiently pick and sort recyclable materials, significantly lowering sorting costs. Additionally, AMP Neuron, a software solution, captures and analyzes material data to identify features in a manner similar to human perception. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, AMP Robotics enhances recycling processes for various waste types, including municipal solid waste and e-waste. The modular design of its systems allows for easy integration into existing infrastructure, minimizing disruption and capital investment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, AMP Robotics has formed strategic partnerships to further its mission of improving recycling rates and economic recovery of recyclables.
Atacama specializes in advanced microfluidic moisture-control technology designed for integration with various textile types, including knits, wovens, and nonwovens. This innovative moisture control system channels sweat through specially engineered fabric structures, effectively managing moisture and improving comfort. By mimicking the natural properties of human skin, Atacama's technology enhances the breathability and lightweight characteristics of textile products, resulting in dryer and more comfortable wearables. This breakthrough positions Atacama as a leader in the development of functional textiles that prioritize user comfort and performance.
Akoustis™ is a “fabless” high-tech semiconductor company leveraging their strategic partnerships to manufacture its unique, patent-pending single-crystal acoustic wave technology.
Akoustis’ business model is capital efficient, which leverages decades of cap-x investments in the semiconductor industry.
SIAS Global is a geospatial technology innovation that provides data analytics for regulatory permitted and surety bonded industrial mining. The company was founded in 2009 by Russell F. Schimmer and is based in Woodbridge, Connecticut.
Atocera develops silicon blades for use in surgical and shaving applications. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Davis, California.
Thalchemy Corp. develops neurally-inspired algorithms and accelerators aimed at continuous sensory processing in smartphones and other battery-operated devices. By mimicking the functionality of the mammalian thalamus, the company's technology allows for the routing, filtering, and preprocessing of sensory data, which enhances the detection of complex gestures and hot words across multiple modalities. This innovative approach significantly extends battery life for devices such as smartphones and wearables, while providing optimized voice and gesture control. Thalchemy's solutions also support the creation of always-on applications, simplifying development through an automated, user-friendly interface. Additionally, the technology can monitor environmental conditions, enabling applications that alert users or caregivers in emergency situations, such as falls or irregular heartbeats. Founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, Thalchemy aims to transform user interfaces and experiences across a variety of sensing platforms.
Tortuga Logic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in San Jose, California, specializing in hardware threat detection. Founded in 2013, the company provides innovative solutions to identify and prevent security vulnerabilities in semiconductor designs. Its flagship products, Radix-STM and Radix-M, are designed to enhance the security verification process by enabling design teams to detect system-wide exploits related to hardware roots of trust and to perform security validation of firmware in complex system-on-chip designs. By facilitating a Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL), Tortuga Logic's offerings help ensure that vulnerabilities are addressed from the initial stages of chip design through to runtime, thereby enhancing overall hardware security.
Applied Novel Devices develops semiconductor device architectures for discrete and integrated power products using process technologies. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Carbice is a maker of Carbice Carbon, a product that lowers device temperatures and dissipates heat away from product packaging. It sets the standard for performance, reliability, and low-cost assembly within the world’s most important electronic, energy, and industrial products.
Carbice Corporation was founded in January 2017 by Georgia Tech Professor Baratunde Cola, who first worked on thermal applications of advanced carbon materials in 2001 and later spent time as a test and development engineer at Intel; and co-founded by a team of leading Georgia Tech researchers in electronic device power management and product innovation. The company also has an office in London and one coming soon to Toulouse, France.
Developer of formal methods and formal verification techniques intended to improve the safety, reliability, and correctness of computing systems for aerospace, automotive, and blockchain industries. The company engages in applies formal methods to enhance computing safety for aerospace, automotive, and blockchain industries, enabling organizations to ensure accessible trustworthy computing.
Falcon Computing, founded in 2014 by Dr. Jason Cong, specializes in providing technology solutions for data scientists and software developers in sectors such as Genomics, Machine Learning, Finance, and Computer Vision. The company focuses on simplifying the adoption of heterogeneous accelerated computing through automated compilation tools and runtime management solutions. Its innovative platform allows users to convert C/C++ code into optimized FPGA implementations, enhancing performance, energy efficiency, and productivity. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Beijing, Falcon Computing aims to support companies in integrating advanced acceleration technologies into their data center infrastructures, ultimately making cloud computing more energy-efficient.
IOTAS, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in home automation services specifically designed for apartment residents. Founded in 2014, IOTAS installs a range of smart devices, including outlets, switches, plugs, sensors, and hubs, to create a fully-connected smart home environment. The company offers a comprehensive automation platform that integrates these devices, allowing residents to control and automate lighting and appliances through a single application, voice commands, or scheduled triggers. This technology not only enhances the living experience for residents but also provides property developers with an efficient setup process to attract tenants and reduce utility and management costs. IOTAS aims to transform multifamily units into smart homes, benefiting both residents and property managers.
FinScale creates, designs, and delivers nanotechnologies that enable future generations of electronic devices and systems. It supports semiconductor manufacturers to build chips by providing 3D device and process integration technologies that revive Moore’s Law. FinScale’s qFinFET technology helps planar MOSFET manufacturers make the move to 3D at their existing node. It is a San Francisco Bay area startup founded in 2014 by semiconductor scientists and engineers with their experience in advanced technology, device design, and process optimization for performance.
Active Layer Parametrics has created advanced metrology equipment for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, enabling precise measurements of mobility and activated carrier concentration profiles with Angstrom-level resolution. This innovative system provides detailed insights into the depth of electrical activation following implant-anneal processes. By facilitating rapid feedback, the technology allows clients to obtain results in minutes instead of weeks, significantly improving yield and device performance. The company's approach includes tracking process changes and their effects on electronic properties, enhancing the efficiency of process development and manufacturing control. Overall, Active Layer Parametrics offers a unique solution that advances the electrical characterization of semiconductor films, supporting reliable and economically viable production methods.
Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.
Manufacturer of hybrid integrated circuits and modules catering to the military, aviation, industrial, medical and commercial applications. The company offers film ceramic substrates, multichip modules, custom semiconductors, microelectronic assembly and testing services as well as encompass various processes such as die to attach, wire bonding, ME assembly, custom semiconductor packaging and functional and environmental testing for microcircuits, along with standalone component testing.
Atacama specializes in advanced microfluidic moisture-control technology designed for integration with various textile types, including knits, wovens, and nonwovens. This innovative moisture control system channels sweat through specially engineered fabric structures, effectively managing moisture and improving comfort. By mimicking the natural properties of human skin, Atacama's technology enhances the breathability and lightweight characteristics of textile products, resulting in dryer and more comfortable wearables. This breakthrough positions Atacama as a leader in the development of functional textiles that prioritize user comfort and performance.
Akoustis™ is a “fabless” high-tech semiconductor company leveraging their strategic partnerships to manufacture its unique, patent-pending single-crystal acoustic wave technology.
Akoustis’ business model is capital efficient, which leverages decades of cap-x investments in the semiconductor industry.
Gazelle Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that develops integrated circuit solutions for the power management industry. The company was founded in by Peter Oaklander, David Tournatory, and Nicolas Monier in 2013 and is based in San Carlos, California.
Thalchemy Corp. develops neurally-inspired algorithms and accelerators aimed at continuous sensory processing in smartphones and other battery-operated devices. By mimicking the functionality of the mammalian thalamus, the company's technology allows for the routing, filtering, and preprocessing of sensory data, which enhances the detection of complex gestures and hot words across multiple modalities. This innovative approach significantly extends battery life for devices such as smartphones and wearables, while providing optimized voice and gesture control. Thalchemy's solutions also support the creation of always-on applications, simplifying development through an automated, user-friendly interface. Additionally, the technology can monitor environmental conditions, enabling applications that alert users or caregivers in emergency situations, such as falls or irregular heartbeats. Founded in 2012 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, Thalchemy aims to transform user interfaces and experiences across a variety of sensing platforms.
Zipalog Inc. provides verification services and solutions for analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design. Zipalog was formed in 2011 by an executive team with more than 40 years of experience in analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design and electronic design automation, including executive management responsibility for a multi-million dollar global product line. The company is privately held and is located in Plano, TX.
Caduceus Intelligence Corporation (CIC) is a technology spin-off company of the University of Arizona (UA) located in Tucson, Arizona. CIC has an existing 10-year long non-exclusive licensing agreement with the University of Arizona to perform cutting edge research in the field of Healthcare IT. CIC has been awarded two National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR Phase I grants (NSF Award ID 1417181 and NSF Award ID 1622788) for the work it is doing in partnership with the University of Arizona. CIC has extensive research and development partnerships with prestigious research institutes in Taiwan, China and Denmark and has also received research funding from the National Taiwan University and University of Southern Denmark.
Asius Technologies is a Colorado-based company that specializes in the development and marketing of innovative in-ear technology through its product, ADEL (Ambrose Diaphonic Ear Lens). This technology features a polymer bubble that is inserted into the ear canal and inflated to create a comfortable, customizable fit. ADEL enhances sound quality for various audio devices, including hearing aids, headsets, and earbuds, while also minimizing the occlusion effect. The company's focus is on providing users with safe and comfortable audio solutions that can be used over extended periods, ultimately aiming to improve the listening experience while reducing the risk of hearing damage.
Cirasys specializes in advanced control methodologies for power conversion, focusing on the development of analog-digital power controllers and converters that offer high precision. Founded in 2014 as a spinout from The University of Texas, Cirasys employs nonlinear control techniques and feedback linearization to streamline the design process of power converters. By simplifying the complex steps typically associated with power converter design, the company enhances design flexibility and improves the performance and capability of DC power conversion applications.
Tortuga Logic, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in San Jose, California, specializing in hardware threat detection. Founded in 2013, the company provides innovative solutions to identify and prevent security vulnerabilities in semiconductor designs. Its flagship products, Radix-STM and Radix-M, are designed to enhance the security verification process by enabling design teams to detect system-wide exploits related to hardware roots of trust and to perform security validation of firmware in complex system-on-chip designs. By facilitating a Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL), Tortuga Logic's offerings help ensure that vulnerabilities are addressed from the initial stages of chip design through to runtime, thereby enhancing overall hardware security.
Impulse Network is a developer of a trusted computing platform that focuses on secure and efficient data management. The company integrates advanced technologies such as privacy computing, blockchain, and artificial intelligence to offer solutions that ensure reliable and private data exchanges. Its cloud platform supports distributed computing, allowing enterprises to engage in joint data processing, multi-party data modeling, and secure storage. Impulse Network also facilitates trusted supply chain finance and cross-chain services, promoting safe and collaborative data circulation among various organizations. By leveraging these technologies, Impulse Network aims to establish a robust infrastructure for Web3.0, emphasizing privacy, security, and decentralization in data operations.
Actuated Medical, Inc. engages in outsourced research and development, designing and modeling, prototyping, and manufacturing medical devices. It offers occlusion clearing systems, such as NG-Clear for removing and disintegrating nasogastric (NG) tube clogs; and PEG-Clear for clearing and breaking up percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube clogs. The company also provides controlled tissue penetration systems, including resonance assisted insertion lancets for humane blood sampling of research subjects; low insertion force epidural systems for the entry of epidural needles; and resonance assisted vascular entry needles for aiding in vascular access for compromised and difficult access patients. In addition, Actuated Medical, Inc. offers magnetic resonance imaging compatible systems, such as direct drive motor for improving patient care by enabling various diagnostic and surgical procedures to be performed during MRI imaging; and transdermal patches for administering long-term and controlled-delivery medications subcutaneously. The company was formerly known as Piezo Resonance Innovations, Inc. and changed its name to Actuated Medical, Inc. in September 2011. Actuated Medical, Inc. was founded in 2006 and is based in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.
Lion Semiconductor Inc. is an electronics company based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Seoul, South Korea, and Shenzhen, China. Founded in 2012, it specializes in developing power and battery management integrated circuits (ICs) aimed at enhancing the performance of mobile electronics. The company's product portfolio includes battery charger ICs and single-chip power management ICs, employing a proprietary switched-capacitor architecture with digital control to achieve over 98% efficiency. These innovations enable ultra-fast wired and wireless charging solutions, as well as extended battery life for mobile devices.
Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.
Applied Novel Devices develops semiconductor device architectures for discrete and integrated power products using process technologies. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Acclima, Inc. is headquartered in Idaho's Treasure Valley (Boise area) where agriculture is a major force in the local economy. Acclima's mission is to help the research, agriculture, and turf industries become ever more productive and efficient with breakthrough technologies that have never been available before.
Acelot is a life science-based R&D company on advanced technology for drug discovery. This technology is made available as a web-based drug discovery platform, employed in-house for some drug-discovery projects in the central nervous system area. It allows the identification of latent pharmacophore information and can be used for rapid identification and optimization of drug development projects without clear target information or crystallography data.
Reveal Design Automation, Inc. is a start-up based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializing in electronic design automation (EDA) software tools aimed at enhancing the formal verification of intricate semiconductor chip designs. Founded in 2009, the company offers Reveal-AV, a product that employs architectural equivalence methodology to ensure comprehensive design verification of various core types, including CPU, MPU, DSP, GPU, and microcontroller RTL against the instruction set architecture (ISA) specifications. Reveal's automated solutions significantly streamline the verification process, enabling tasks that typically take days with other methods to be completed in hours. This efficiency can lead to substantial cost savings for chip designers, reducing verification expenses and accelerating time-to-market, while also bolstering confidence in the accuracy and reliability of chip designs.
Ferric Semiconductor, Inc. specializes in the development of integrated circuits and inductors using CMOS technology, primarily focusing on on-chip voltage regulators. The company offers innovative power converters that incorporate inductors, aiming to enhance power delivery systems for microprocessors and system-on-chips (SoCs). Founded in 2011, Ferric Semiconductor is headquartered in New York, New York, and is actively working to transform the way power is managed in advanced electronic devices.
Monolith Semiconductor Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-voltage silicon carbide power diodes and switches. Founded in 2013 and based in Ithaca, New York, the company focuses on providing efficient solutions for a range of applications, including renewable energy inverters, power supplies, industrial motor drives, electric vehicle chargers, and smart electrical grids. As the demand for energy efficiency continues to rise, Monolith Semiconductor addresses the limitations of traditional silicon power switches by leveraging the superior properties of silicon carbide, which enables more compact and cost-effective power electronics systems. The company's products are designed to enhance performance in various industries, promoting a more efficient use of electrical energy.
ALT LLC provides additive manufacturing and advanced material startups commonly referred to as 3D printing, the company utilizes hardware, software, and material technologies to provide 3D printing and material characterization research and development. ALT LLC also pushes additive manufacturing research and development. The company develops prototypes and other components including highly functional objects for subsequent model slicing fabrication. ALT LLC embebds anatomical models and embedded sensors. ALT LLC was established in 2010 by Jonathan Barton in Santa Barbara, California.
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