Samphire Neuroscience
Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2021, Samphire Neuroscience specializes in developing neurotechnological solutions for women's health. Its flagship product is a non-invasive headband device that uses electrical neuromodulation to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and mood changes associated with menstrual cycles.
ZiO Health
Convertible Note in 2024
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that develops pocket-sized devices featuring proprietary biosensor technology and machine learning algorithms. These devices enable real-time laboratory testing at the point-of-care, enhancing patient care by combining immediate results with individual patient profiles.
kegg is a fertility health tracking device from a San Francisco based company founded in 2017 that combines fertility tracking with pelvic floor exercises. The device analyzes changes in cervical fluids to detect the fertile window and ovulation up to seven days in advance, providing users with information to guide conception decisions. By collecting data from cervical fluids, it aims to support women’s health through improved diagnosis, monitoring, and planning related to fertility.
FeetMe is a digital health company that develops a platform and connected footwear insoles for gait and movement analysis in-clinic and real-world settings. The technology combines pressure sensors, motion data, and learning algorithms to provide real-time gait and posture insights and digital biomarkers to support clinical research and improve care for patients with movement disorders and mobility constraints. These insights enable clinicians to monitor disease progression, tailor treatments, and optimize medication use by assessing mobility capacity and tracking changes over time.
Lief Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2024
Lief Therapeutics is a medical device company based in San Francisco, California, focused on enhancing at-home care for individuals dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. The company has developed a discreet bio-sensing patch that accurately measures heart rate and breath, allowing users to manage their natural stress response through vibratory biofeedback exercises. This wearable device helps users monitor their behaviors, emotions, and thoughts in real-time, fostering mindfulness and control throughout the day. Additionally, it supports clinicians by tracking patient progress, facilitating in-session training, and scheduling psychological assessments. Lief Therapeutics also offers the Lief Health Score application, which records thoughts, emotions, and sensations, enabling users to track daily progress and engage in tailored exercises. Founded in 2014, the company sells its products online, aiming to empower individuals in their mental health journeys.
Strados Labs
Convertible Note in 2024
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Samphire Neuroscience
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2021, Samphire Neuroscience specializes in developing neurotechnological solutions for women's health. Its flagship product is a non-invasive headband device that uses electrical neuromodulation to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and mood changes associated with menstrual cycles.
Lura Health
Seed Round in 2023
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Samphire Neuroscience
Convertible Note in 2023
Founded in 2021, Samphire Neuroscience specializes in developing neurotechnological solutions for women's health. Its flagship product is a non-invasive headband device that uses electrical neuromodulation to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and mood changes associated with menstrual cycles.
Dia has invented an electrochemical sensor that can measure a wide variety of chemical biomarkers non-invasively in saliva or sweat. The data is sent via Bluetooth to an app on the user’s smartphone and analyzed in real-time. From the app, it can be securely sent to a third party. To date, we have measured hormones, electrolytes, neurotransmitters and metabolites. At DIA, we let the biology dictate which analyte we put on which platform – our wearable arm sleeve for sweat or our table-top device for saliva – because some biomarkers, such as cortisol fluctuate throughout the day and need to be monitored through a wearable sensor, while others, such as creatinine are more suitable to a daily saliva test.
Lief Therapeutics
Convertible Note in 2022
Lief Therapeutics is a medical device company based in San Francisco, California, focused on enhancing at-home care for individuals dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. The company has developed a discreet bio-sensing patch that accurately measures heart rate and breath, allowing users to manage their natural stress response through vibratory biofeedback exercises. This wearable device helps users monitor their behaviors, emotions, and thoughts in real-time, fostering mindfulness and control throughout the day. Additionally, it supports clinicians by tracking patient progress, facilitating in-session training, and scheduling psychological assessments. Lief Therapeutics also offers the Lief Health Score application, which records thoughts, emotions, and sensations, enabling users to track daily progress and engage in tailored exercises. Founded in 2014, the company sells its products online, aiming to empower individuals in their mental health journeys.
Bisu is a health technology company that offers a home health lab designed to enhance personal well-being through urine and saliva tests. Its devices monitor various health metrics, including dietary health, fat metabolism, and hydration levels, providing users with daily feedback on electrolytes, hydration, pH, ketones, and uric acid via a mobile application. This functionality enables individuals to track burned body fat, maintain metabolic health, achieve optimal ketosis, and improve physical endurance. Bisu has received recognition for its innovation, having been awarded by prestigious organizations such as Johnson & Johnson Innovation and MedTech Innovator, and it gained further acclaim at CES 2020 with the IHS Markit Innovation Award.
Samphire Neuroscience
Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2021, Samphire Neuroscience specializes in developing neurotechnological solutions for women's health. Its flagship product is a non-invasive headband device that uses electrical neuromodulation to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and mood changes associated with menstrual cycles.
Zennea Technologies
Convertible Note in 2022
Zennea Technologies is a medical device company based in Surrey, Canada, specializing in the development of therapeutic wearables aimed at reducing snoring and improving overall health through enhanced sleep quality. The company's flagship product, ZENS, is a comfortable and discreet sleep wearable that targets the root cause of snoring, thereby assisting individuals with chronic snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Zennea conducts clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its device, which not only helps reduce snoring but also tracks sleep quality, providing valuable insights for users to make informed decisions about their health and sleep habits.
FoodMarble
Convertible Note in 2022
FoodMarble is a company focused on addressing the needs of individuals suffering from digestive issues, a challenge that affects nearly one billion people worldwide. It has developed the AIRE device, a personal breath analyzer that assists users in identifying foods that align with their unique digestive systems. By utilizing techniques found in gastroenterology, AIRE enables real-time tracking of digestive responses to various foods through a handheld, affordable device and an accompanying application. This innovative approach allows users to craft personalized diets that can alleviate discomfort and improve overall well-being. FoodMarble has garnered significant interest, with over $500,000 in pre-orders, and aims to create a comprehensive dataset to enhance understanding of digestive health.
FeetMe
Convertible Note in 2022
FeetMe is a digital health company that develops a platform and connected footwear insoles for gait and movement analysis in-clinic and real-world settings. The technology combines pressure sensors, motion data, and learning algorithms to provide real-time gait and posture insights and digital biomarkers to support clinical research and improve care for patients with movement disorders and mobility constraints. These insights enable clinicians to monitor disease progression, tailor treatments, and optimize medication use by assessing mobility capacity and tracking changes over time.
Hydrostasis
Convertible Note in 2021
Hydrostasis develops a hydration monitor system for athletes to reach and maintain peak performance. The wearable sensors measure each athlete's optimal hydration range based on body composition and provide preventive notifications before dehydration symptoms affect performance. Based in San Diego, California, Hydrostasis collaborates with device manufacturers in both consumer and clinical applications to enable hydration monitoring capabilities. The company delivers personalized information with device-agnostic and clinical-grade accuracy and uses cloud-based data storage to deliver real-time, actionable hydration insights, enabling athletes to track their hydration ranges and sustain optimal performance.
Samphire Neuroscience
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in 2021, Samphire Neuroscience specializes in developing neurotechnological solutions for women's health. Its flagship product is a non-invasive headband device that uses electrical neuromodulation to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and mood changes associated with menstrual cycles.
XXICO is a platform consisting of devices and software that enable remote health monitoring.
FoodMarble
Seed Round in 2020
FoodMarble is a company focused on addressing the needs of individuals suffering from digestive issues, a challenge that affects nearly one billion people worldwide. It has developed the AIRE device, a personal breath analyzer that assists users in identifying foods that align with their unique digestive systems. By utilizing techniques found in gastroenterology, AIRE enables real-time tracking of digestive responses to various foods through a handheld, affordable device and an accompanying application. This innovative approach allows users to craft personalized diets that can alleviate discomfort and improve overall well-being. FoodMarble has garnered significant interest, with over $500,000 in pre-orders, and aims to create a comprehensive dataset to enhance understanding of digestive health.
kegg
Convertible Note in 2020
kegg is a fertility health tracking device from a San Francisco based company founded in 2017 that combines fertility tracking with pelvic floor exercises. The device analyzes changes in cervical fluids to detect the fertile window and ovulation up to seven days in advance, providing users with information to guide conception decisions. By collecting data from cervical fluids, it aims to support women’s health through improved diagnosis, monitoring, and planning related to fertility.
Strados Labs
Convertible Note in 2020
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Lura Health
Convertible Note in 2020
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Zennea Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Zennea Technologies is a medical device company based in Surrey, Canada, specializing in the development of therapeutic wearables aimed at reducing snoring and improving overall health through enhanced sleep quality. The company's flagship product, ZENS, is a comfortable and discreet sleep wearable that targets the root cause of snoring, thereby assisting individuals with chronic snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Zennea conducts clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its device, which not only helps reduce snoring but also tracks sleep quality, providing valuable insights for users to make informed decisions about their health and sleep habits.
kegg
Convertible Note in 2019
kegg is a fertility health tracking device from a San Francisco based company founded in 2017 that combines fertility tracking with pelvic floor exercises. The device analyzes changes in cervical fluids to detect the fertile window and ovulation up to seven days in advance, providing users with information to guide conception decisions. By collecting data from cervical fluids, it aims to support women’s health through improved diagnosis, monitoring, and planning related to fertility.
FoodMarble
Convertible Note in 2019
FoodMarble is a company focused on addressing the needs of individuals suffering from digestive issues, a challenge that affects nearly one billion people worldwide. It has developed the AIRE device, a personal breath analyzer that assists users in identifying foods that align with their unique digestive systems. By utilizing techniques found in gastroenterology, AIRE enables real-time tracking of digestive responses to various foods through a handheld, affordable device and an accompanying application. This innovative approach allows users to craft personalized diets that can alleviate discomfort and improve overall well-being. FoodMarble has garnered significant interest, with over $500,000 in pre-orders, and aims to create a comprehensive dataset to enhance understanding of digestive health.
UCHU Biosensors
Seed Round in 2019
UCHU Biosensors develops a platform of tooth mounted sensors to effortlessly track health through saliva.
Seein Health
Venture Round in 2019
Seein Health is a company focused on developing products that support pregnancy and fertility. Its product range includes thermometers, menstrual test strips, and advanced physiological parameter monitoring equipment. These offerings are designed to ensure the health and safety of pregnant individuals, facilitating a proactive approach to fertility and pregnancy management. In addition to its core product line, Seein Health also provides innovative medical and hardware services, as well as overseas options for test-tube baby frozen eggs, further enhancing its commitment to reproductive health.
Zennea Technologies
Convertible Note in 2019
Zennea Technologies is a medical device company based in Surrey, Canada, specializing in the development of therapeutic wearables aimed at reducing snoring and improving overall health through enhanced sleep quality. The company's flagship product, ZENS, is a comfortable and discreet sleep wearable that targets the root cause of snoring, thereby assisting individuals with chronic snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Zennea conducts clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its device, which not only helps reduce snoring but also tracks sleep quality, providing valuable insights for users to make informed decisions about their health and sleep habits.
ZiO Health
Seed Round in 2019
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that develops pocket-sized devices featuring proprietary biosensor technology and machine learning algorithms. These devices enable real-time laboratory testing at the point-of-care, enhancing patient care by combining immediate results with individual patient profiles.
Strados Labs
Seed Round in 2019
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Vision Infinitas
Seed Round in 2019
Vision Infinitas is a company focused on leveraging wearable technology to enhance personal nourishment and energy optimization. Its primary product is a wearable sensor that autonomously monitors the energy levels within the body while simultaneously tracking food and beverage intake. Operating in stealth mode, Vision Infinitas is developing innovative solutions aimed at improving individual well-being through advanced sensory information. The company's commitment is to empower users with detailed insights into their nutritional habits and energy management.
Bold Diagnostics
Convertible Note in 2019
Bold Diagnostics is a medical device startup focused on developing an innovative diagnostic platform for blood pressure monitoring. The company has created a device that optimizes hypertension and pressure management by utilizing a novel parameter to derive noninvasive, cuffless blood pressure measurements. This pocket-sized device is designed for ambulatory use, allowing for impactful cardiovascular diagnostic measurements. By offering a more accurate, comfortable, and convenient alternative to traditional blood pressure monitoring methods, Bold Diagnostics aims to enhance the experience for both patients and healthcare providers.
Bisu
Convertible Note in 2019
Bisu is a health technology company that offers a home health lab designed to enhance personal well-being through urine and saliva tests. Its devices monitor various health metrics, including dietary health, fat metabolism, and hydration levels, providing users with daily feedback on electrolytes, hydration, pH, ketones, and uric acid via a mobile application. This functionality enables individuals to track burned body fat, maintain metabolic health, achieve optimal ketosis, and improve physical endurance. Bisu has received recognition for its innovation, having been awarded by prestigious organizations such as Johnson & Johnson Innovation and MedTech Innovator, and it gained further acclaim at CES 2020 with the IHS Markit Innovation Award.
Zennea Technologies
Convertible Note in 2019
Zennea Technologies is a medical device company based in Surrey, Canada, specializing in the development of therapeutic wearables aimed at reducing snoring and improving overall health through enhanced sleep quality. The company's flagship product, ZENS, is a comfortable and discreet sleep wearable that targets the root cause of snoring, thereby assisting individuals with chronic snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Zennea conducts clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its device, which not only helps reduce snoring but also tracks sleep quality, providing valuable insights for users to make informed decisions about their health and sleep habits.
Lura Health
Seed Round in 2019
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Seein Health
Seed Round in 2018
Seein Health is a company focused on developing products that support pregnancy and fertility. Its product range includes thermometers, menstrual test strips, and advanced physiological parameter monitoring equipment. These offerings are designed to ensure the health and safety of pregnant individuals, facilitating a proactive approach to fertility and pregnancy management. In addition to its core product line, Seein Health also provides innovative medical and hardware services, as well as overseas options for test-tube baby frozen eggs, further enhancing its commitment to reproductive health.
Sana Health
Seed Round in 2018
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.
kegg
Convertible Note in 2018
kegg is a fertility health tracking device from a San Francisco based company founded in 2017 that combines fertility tracking with pelvic floor exercises. The device analyzes changes in cervical fluids to detect the fertile window and ovulation up to seven days in advance, providing users with information to guide conception decisions. By collecting data from cervical fluids, it aims to support women’s health through improved diagnosis, monitoring, and planning related to fertility.
ZiO Health
Seed Round in 2018
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that develops pocket-sized devices featuring proprietary biosensor technology and machine learning algorithms. These devices enable real-time laboratory testing at the point-of-care, enhancing patient care by combining immediate results with individual patient profiles.
Hisens is a company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for monitoring erectile dysfunction through an "underwearable" sensor. The firm creates wearable sensors and a mobile application that collect physiological data in real-time while users sleep. This technology allows for professional data analysis and diagnosis, facilitating personalized treatment plans. Users can track their own health data, monitor treatment progress, assess the effectiveness of various treatment options, and communicate directly with healthcare professionals. By providing these tools, Hisens aims to enhance patient engagement and improve outcomes in the management of erectile dysfunction.
FoodMarble
Seed Round in 2018
FoodMarble is a company focused on addressing the needs of individuals suffering from digestive issues, a challenge that affects nearly one billion people worldwide. It has developed the AIRE device, a personal breath analyzer that assists users in identifying foods that align with their unique digestive systems. By utilizing techniques found in gastroenterology, AIRE enables real-time tracking of digestive responses to various foods through a handheld, affordable device and an accompanying application. This innovative approach allows users to craft personalized diets that can alleviate discomfort and improve overall well-being. FoodMarble has garnered significant interest, with over $500,000 in pre-orders, and aims to create a comprehensive dataset to enhance understanding of digestive health.
Bold Diagnostics
Seed Round in 2018
Bold Diagnostics is a medical device startup focused on developing an innovative diagnostic platform for blood pressure monitoring. The company has created a device that optimizes hypertension and pressure management by utilizing a novel parameter to derive noninvasive, cuffless blood pressure measurements. This pocket-sized device is designed for ambulatory use, allowing for impactful cardiovascular diagnostic measurements. By offering a more accurate, comfortable, and convenient alternative to traditional blood pressure monitoring methods, Bold Diagnostics aims to enhance the experience for both patients and healthcare providers.
HabitAware
Seed Round in 2018
HabitAware, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that develops wearable devices aimed at helping individuals manage compulsive behaviors such as hair pulling, nail biting, skin picking, and thumb sucking. The company's flagship product, Liv, is a smart awareness bracelet that utilizes motion sensors to detect these subconscious actions. It connects to a mobile application that provides users with training to recognize and track their behaviors, identify triggers, and implement healthier coping strategies. Founded in 2014, HabitAware combines technology with behavioral science to empower users, particularly those affected by trichotillomania, to gain awareness and control over their habits. The products are available for purchase online.
Zennea Technologies
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Zennea Technologies is a medical device company based in Surrey, Canada, specializing in the development of therapeutic wearables aimed at reducing snoring and improving overall health through enhanced sleep quality. The company's flagship product, ZENS, is a comfortable and discreet sleep wearable that targets the root cause of snoring, thereby assisting individuals with chronic snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Zennea conducts clinical trials to validate the efficacy of its device, which not only helps reduce snoring but also tracks sleep quality, providing valuable insights for users to make informed decisions about their health and sleep habits.
kegg is a fertility health tracking device from a San Francisco based company founded in 2017 that combines fertility tracking with pelvic floor exercises. The device analyzes changes in cervical fluids to detect the fertile window and ovulation up to seven days in advance, providing users with information to guide conception decisions. By collecting data from cervical fluids, it aims to support women’s health through improved diagnosis, monitoring, and planning related to fertility.
Bisu
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Bisu is a health technology company that offers a home health lab designed to enhance personal well-being through urine and saliva tests. Its devices monitor various health metrics, including dietary health, fat metabolism, and hydration levels, providing users with daily feedback on electrolytes, hydration, pH, ketones, and uric acid via a mobile application. This functionality enables individuals to track burned body fat, maintain metabolic health, achieve optimal ketosis, and improve physical endurance. Bisu has received recognition for its innovation, having been awarded by prestigious organizations such as Johnson & Johnson Innovation and MedTech Innovator, and it gained further acclaim at CES 2020 with the IHS Markit Innovation Award.
Revvo
Convertible Note in 2017
Revvo specializes in innovative fitness equipment. Its flagship product is a stationary bike that accurately measures key health indicators such as VO2Max, recovery time, and endurance through a guided 15-minute test, eliminating the need for lab visits or face masks.
ZiO Health
Convertible Note in 2017
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that develops pocket-sized devices featuring proprietary biosensor technology and machine learning algorithms. These devices enable real-time laboratory testing at the point-of-care, enhancing patient care by combining immediate results with individual patient profiles.
Sana Health
Convertible Note in 2017
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.
ZiO Health
Seed Round in 2017
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that develops pocket-sized devices featuring proprietary biosensor technology and machine learning algorithms. These devices enable real-time laboratory testing at the point-of-care, enhancing patient care by combining immediate results with individual patient profiles.
Backbone Labs
Convertible Note in 2017
Identify at-risk behavior in the workplace and recommend actions to promote and maintain overall back-related wellness.
Hisens
Convertible Note in 2016
Hisens is a company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for monitoring erectile dysfunction through an "underwearable" sensor. The firm creates wearable sensors and a mobile application that collect physiological data in real-time while users sleep. This technology allows for professional data analysis and diagnosis, facilitating personalized treatment plans. Users can track their own health data, monitor treatment progress, assess the effectiveness of various treatment options, and communicate directly with healthcare professionals. By providing these tools, Hisens aims to enhance patient engagement and improve outcomes in the management of erectile dysfunction.
Vitali Wear
Convertible Note in 2016
Vitali Wear is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the development of innovative wellness apparel, specifically a smart bra designed for everyday use. This product incorporates fabric sensors that monitor key indicators such as breathing, posture, and heart rate variability, allowing users to gain insights into their bodily patterns and overall well-being. The data collected is transmitted to a mobile application, which tracks personal goals and progress while also providing access to breathing and meditation exercises. Vitali Wear aims to promote mindfulness and resilience through its technology, encouraging users to foster a deeper connection with themselves and enhance their everyday health.
Vitali Wear
Seed Round in 2016
Vitali Wear is a Vancouver-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the development of innovative wellness apparel, specifically a smart bra designed for everyday use. This product incorporates fabric sensors that monitor key indicators such as breathing, posture, and heart rate variability, allowing users to gain insights into their bodily patterns and overall well-being. The data collected is transmitted to a mobile application, which tracks personal goals and progress while also providing access to breathing and meditation exercises. Vitali Wear aims to promote mindfulness and resilience through its technology, encouraging users to foster a deeper connection with themselves and enhance their everyday health.
Hisens is a company that specializes in developing innovative solutions for monitoring erectile dysfunction through an "underwearable" sensor. The firm creates wearable sensors and a mobile application that collect physiological data in real-time while users sleep. This technology allows for professional data analysis and diagnosis, facilitating personalized treatment plans. Users can track their own health data, monitor treatment progress, assess the effectiveness of various treatment options, and communicate directly with healthcare professionals. By providing these tools, Hisens aims to enhance patient engagement and improve outcomes in the management of erectile dysfunction.
Sana Health
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Sana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in Lafayette, Colorado, with an additional office in Mill Valley, California. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in developing bio-therapeutic devices designed to promote relaxation and alleviate pain and tension. Its flagship product, Sana, is a non-addictive mask and headphone combination that utilizes audiovisual stimulation to enhance the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, facilitating a deep meditative state. This device employs coordinated pulses of light and sound to guide users into relaxation, mimicking the benefits of long-term meditation practices. Sana Health is also engaged in multiple clinical studies, focusing on applications for conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain, as well as trials related to anxiety and PTSD. The company offers its products for sale online and provides a mobile application accessible via major app platforms.
HabitAware
Convertible Note in 2016
HabitAware, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that develops wearable devices aimed at helping individuals manage compulsive behaviors such as hair pulling, nail biting, skin picking, and thumb sucking. The company's flagship product, Liv, is a smart awareness bracelet that utilizes motion sensors to detect these subconscious actions. It connects to a mobile application that provides users with training to recognize and track their behaviors, identify triggers, and implement healthier coping strategies. Founded in 2014, HabitAware combines technology with behavioral science to empower users, particularly those affected by trichotillomania, to gain awareness and control over their habits. The products are available for purchase online.
FoodMarble
Convertible Note in 2016
FoodMarble is a company focused on addressing the needs of individuals suffering from digestive issues, a challenge that affects nearly one billion people worldwide. It has developed the AIRE device, a personal breath analyzer that assists users in identifying foods that align with their unique digestive systems. By utilizing techniques found in gastroenterology, AIRE enables real-time tracking of digestive responses to various foods through a handheld, affordable device and an accompanying application. This innovative approach allows users to craft personalized diets that can alleviate discomfort and improve overall well-being. FoodMarble has garnered significant interest, with over $500,000 in pre-orders, and aims to create a comprehensive dataset to enhance understanding of digestive health.
Miramix
Seed Round in 2015
Miramix is a Massachusetts-based company that specializes in producing customized nutritional supplements tailored to individual health goals. It operates a marketplace that enables consumers to create their own supplement blends using micro-dosing technology, allowing for precise formulation milligram by milligram. The product offerings include custom supplements, branded supplements, private label supplements, workout supplements, and beauty supplements, catering to a diverse array of dietary needs. By providing both the hardware and software tools necessary for individuals to develop bespoke capsules, Miramix aims to empower consumers to find the optimal nutrient combinations that support their personal health objectives.
BrainBot
Seed Round in 2015
BrainBot is a company focused on developing innovative brain sensing applications aimed at improving overall health and well-being. Founded with the inspiration of measuring the brainwaves of meditating monks in the Himalayan mountains, the company leverages neuroscience technology to help users enhance resilience against anxiety, depression, chronic pain, addiction, and eating disorders. Through their applications, BrainBot enables individuals to decrease stress and improve cardiovascular health by promoting effective meditation practices. The company's commitment to integrating technology with mental wellness reflects its vision to facilitate better health outcomes for users.
FeetMe is a digital health company that develops a platform and connected footwear insoles for gait and movement analysis in-clinic and real-world settings. The technology combines pressure sensors, motion data, and learning algorithms to provide real-time gait and posture insights and digital biomarkers to support clinical research and improve care for patients with movement disorders and mobility constraints. These insights enable clinicians to monitor disease progression, tailor treatments, and optimize medication use by assessing mobility capacity and tracking changes over time.
Lir is a company focused on addressing the significant and underserved market of bladder management, valued at approximately 20 billion dollars. It is developing an innovative pre-emptive bladder fullness sensor, which represents a breakthrough in non-invasive bladder monitoring. This sensor, designed to be worn around the waist, utilizes Bluetooth technology to detect tissue changes associated with bladder fullness and sends alerts directly to a paired smart device. Unlike traditional methods that require bulky and non-portable ultrasound systems typically found in hospitals, Lir's product is discreet, affordable, and user-friendly, allowing individuals with bladder management issues to enhance their quality of life. This development positions Lir as a leader in the integration of technology and personal health management.
Ninu is a free app that provides information about the entire nine months of pregnancy and tips on health, nutrition, and baby’s development stages. It offers personalized pregnancy information for mothers-to-be, their partners, and doctors.
Wearable sensors collect data such as baby movements, pains, baby kicks, stress level, and sleep patterns to provide insights on issues like preterm birth risks, pains, and lifestyle. Visualized data enables pregnant mothers to objectively discuss symptoms with doctors and the Ninu community.
Ninu is operated from Munich, Germany.
BBB Technologies
Seed Round in 2015
BBB Technologies Inc. is a mobile healthcare technology company focused on blood-based diagnostics and data-driven insights to support early disease detection, treatment decisions, and remote monitoring for patients and clinicians. Founded in 2014 and based in Mountain View, California, with offices in Seoul and Shenzhen, it develops blood testing technologies and mobile-enabled tools that deliver rapid results and actionable insights. The company leverages artificial intelligence to analyze blood biomarkers and enable at-home testing and remote patient monitoring, aiming to broaden access to diagnostics across multiple conditions.
Lief Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2015
Lief Therapeutics is a medical device company based in San Francisco, California, focused on enhancing at-home care for individuals dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. The company has developed a discreet bio-sensing patch that accurately measures heart rate and breath, allowing users to manage their natural stress response through vibratory biofeedback exercises. This wearable device helps users monitor their behaviors, emotions, and thoughts in real-time, fostering mindfulness and control throughout the day. Additionally, it supports clinicians by tracking patient progress, facilitating in-session training, and scheduling psychological assessments. Lief Therapeutics also offers the Lief Health Score application, which records thoughts, emotions, and sensations, enabling users to track daily progress and engage in tailored exercises. Founded in 2014, the company sells its products online, aiming to empower individuals in their mental health journeys.
Darma
Pre Seed Round in 2014
Darma Inc. is a health technology company based in the United States that specializes in non-invasive health monitoring solutions. The company has developed an innovative non-wearable health tracking device known as the DARMA cushion, which allows users to monitor their vital signs through an integrated application while seated. This cushion not only provides real-time data on stress levels, sitting time, and posture but also offers reminders and alerts to encourage users to stand up and improve their posture. Additionally, Darma's technology includes advanced fiber optic biosensors designed for placement under mattresses, facilitating continuous monitoring of vital signs and cardiac performance without direct contact. By combining bio-sensing technology with cloud-based algorithms and healthcare management services, Darma aims to assist patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers in proactive health management, reducing hospital readmissions, and enhancing overall quality of life.