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Advanced Optronics designs and manufactures implantable sensors for intraoperative monitoring. These sensors provide real-time feedback during surgeries, helping reduce trauma and preserve residual hearing, particularly in cochlear implant procedures.

Parcel Health develops sustainable medication packaging made from paper. Their products are brandable, compostable, and offer improved temperature control during shipping compared to traditional plastic bottles.

Forest Devices, Inc. is a medical device company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Canada. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in developing innovative solutions for stroke detection. Its flagship product, AlphaStroke, is a portable and non-invasive stroke screening device that assists medical personnel in identifying early signs of both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. By enabling pre-hospital providers to accurately assess patients, AlphaStroke facilitates timely triage and enhances decision-making in critical care scenarios, ultimately aiming to reduce treatment delays and improve patient outcomes.

Revitalize Energy is a consumer health company specializing in eye drops designed to combat digital eye strain. Their product uses a proprietary blend of stimulants and amino acids to provide immediate relief from eye fatigue caused by prolonged screen use.

Hummingbird Systems provides On demand aerial mapping and data analysis of construction sites and agriculture using drones.

CapSen Robotics develops advanced computer vision systems that enable machines to comprehend and navigate cluttered environments. Their core technology, derived from MIT research on 3D object detection, empowers robots and automation systems in various industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and retail inventory management.

BlastPoint is a developer of a predictive AI-powered platform that offers big data solutions to help companies optimize revenue growth and enhance customer engagement. By providing tools to discover, target, and engage humans within their data, BlastPoint enables businesses across various sectors—such as energy, financial services, automotive, and nonprofit organizations—to generate immediate insights into customer engagement challenges. The platform equips clients to identify trends and unlock critical information relevant to specific territories, ultimately empowering them to find, reach, and satisfy customers throughout their lifetime.

FoodSocial operates a digital recipe creation and cooking platform focused on healthy and efficient cooking. Its platform enables users to discover, plan meals, and shop for recipes, while allowing creators and brands to share their food-related content with followers.

Peoples Energy Analytics offers a comprehensive, data-driven solution for utility customer management. It identifies at-risk customers and connects them with bill assistance programs before they default on payments, helping utility companies reduce unpaid bills and increase revenue recovery.

Ocugenix is a therapeutics company developing cancer immunotherapy solutions for ocular diseases. Its pipeline includes immunotherapy approaches and small-molecule medicines designed to counter drug-resistant bacteria that drive fibrosis and angiogenesis, with the aim of enabling cancer-related eye treatments.

Plexision develops cellular biomarkers and personalized diagnostic tests for immunological disorders and solid organ transplantation. Its Pleximmune blood test predicts transplant rejection by measuring antigen-specific white blood cells, supported by patent-pending technology. The company operates a CLIA-certified central laboratory in Pittsburgh providing testing services for transplant recipients and drug developers. Its platform enables assessment of disease risk, prediction of drug efficacy for individual patients, and guidance on dosing for novel immunological therapies, with capabilities including rapid six-hour panels for conditions such as CMV infection and transplant rejection, and a focus on pediatric liver and intestine transplant patients.

Honeycomb Credit operates an online platform facilitating debt crowdfunding between small business owners and their communities or investors. Incorporated in 2017, the company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Belong For Me is a SAAS firm offering personalized approach to employee through their product CoExperiences.

SignatureDx is a biotechnology company that develops and operates a bioanalytical platform. This platform is designed to detect and monitor complex human diseases in their early, silent stages. The company focuses on non-invasive diagnostic testing, aiming to predict and treat diseases before they cause significant organ damage. By specializing in novel methods, SignatureDx enables individuals to receive timely and successful treatment, thereby improving health outcomes.

Toyz Electronics specializes in developing educational technology solutions. It offers a gamified learning platform that teaches STEAM subjects, entrepreneurship, and storytelling through a unique superhero rap concept. The platform's culturally relevant curriculum combines hip-hop culture, music, gaming, 3D models, comics, and design to engage students and help them develop technical and soft skills.

Founded in 1994, PittMoss manufactures peat-free potting mixtures using recycled paper fibers. Its primary products are PittMoss and PittMoss Prime, serving commercial greenhouse growers, nurseries, and home gardeners in the United States.

CleverApply is an educational administration platform founded in 2020 and headquartered in Ohio, United States. The company specializes in matching students with universities and educational agents by utilizing artificial intelligence and blockchain technology. Its platform enables users to identify suitable universities based on their desired programs and individual needs. Additionally, CleverApply facilitates connections between students and schools, assists in document review, and provides interview preparation resources, streamlining the application process for prospective students.

PredxBio is a computational pathology company that specializes in the development of artificial intelligence tools for analyzing whole slide image pathology samples through spatial analytics. The company focuses on enhancing the capabilities of clinicians and researchers by providing tools that accelerate drug discovery, optimize clinical trials, and improve companion diagnostics. PredxBio's platform employs AI and machine learning to automatically recognize and classify regions of interest in H&E-stained and immunohistochemistry slides. This technology aids pathologists and biopharma companies in making informed clinical decisions and developing personalized therapeutic strategies. By leveraging personalized spatial intelligence, PredxBio aims to streamline clinical workflows and advance the overall efficiency of the drug development process.

BioHybrid Solutions is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing advanced nanoarmored protein-polymer conjugates. The company focuses on tailoring the activity and stability of proteins and enzymes for various applications. Utilizing atom transfer radical polymerization chemistry, BioHybrid Solutions precisely grows polymers from the surface of proteins, enhancing their functionality. Through its research and development efforts, the company aims to provide innovative alternatives for therapeutics and protein engineering, ultimately contributing to advancements in medical treatments.

ExchangeLodge is a financial technology company that develops and operates a platform for private capital data management, automation, and data integration. The platform provides a playbook of mission-critical workflows, enterprise data connectors, and boardroom-quality reports, enabling users to design and manage reporting across multiple data sources. It records tasks and subtasks, assigns them to teams and individuals, and tracks progress to support governance and collaboration. The software automates manual data processes, cleanses data with sophisticated business rules, and powers data workflows by integrating existing systems to improve data quality and completeness. It supports investor and regulatory reporting and helps mitigate data and key-person risk. With a focus on private markets, the company serves FinTech and RegTech contexts and aims to help clients scale with accuracy and efficiency. Based in Pittsburgh and established in 2015, the company delivers solutions that align data across systems for better decision-making.

Founded in 2020, Phlux Technologies specializes in developing innovative 3D sensor technology for robotics and automation. Its products enhance safety and efficiency by enabling robots to navigate effectively, protecting workers from hazards, and detecting obstacles.

Finish Robotics is a company that develops mobile robotics technology aimed at addressing the labor shortage in the construction industry. It specializes in creating semi-autonomous, collaborative robots constructed from standard industrial components. These robots are designed to assist contractors in overcoming challenges related to labor availability, thereby enhancing productivity on construction sites. By leveraging innovative robotics solutions, Finish Robotics seeks to provide effective tools that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of construction operations.

AdSkate employs machine learning and AI technology to enhance digital advertising. Its platform offers insights for campaign planning, direct buy analysis, programmatic integration, content discovery, and content analysis, empowering brands to advertise effectively and make informed decisions.

UpContent develops a SaaS platform that discovers brand mentions and curates digital content from various sources like news articles, blogs, and social media. Its tool automates the content discovery process, allowing users to engage audiences effectively. Founded in 2015, UpContent is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Shelfmark develops a remote inventory management platform that provides real-time product data and optimizes inventory processes. It caters to suppliers, retailers, and e-commerce partners, supporting their inventory needs from forecasting to replenishment.

Peoples Energy Analytics offers a comprehensive, data-driven solution for utility customer management. It identifies at-risk customers and connects them with bill assistance programs before they default on payments, helping utility companies reduce unpaid bills and increase revenue recovery.

Adrich is a Pittsburgh-based company that develops a consumer insights platform consisting of smart packaging hardware and customized software. The platform autonomously collects and transmits product usage data via product labels, capturing day and time, geolocation, and volumetric usage in real time. This data helps brands and retailers understand trends, behaviors, and usage patterns, supporting post-purchase engagement, retention, and targeted service.

InceptEV is a technology company specializing in electric vehicle (EV) data solutions for fleet operations. It leverages proprietary data and patented technology to simulate and optimize fleet performance, enabling businesses to make informed decisions about EV adoption and plan for their operational needs.

Realyze Intelligence develops AI-powered software for clinical data analysis. It employs natural language processing to extract insights from unstructured patient notes in electronic medical records, creating comprehensive case studies. This enables healthcare providers to identify specific patient populations with chronic diseases and cancer, facilitating timely access to beneficial treatments.

Push2Spin Technologies is dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative solutions in the fields of plastic and podiatric surgeries. The company aims to transform the global soft tissue grafting market through its unique technology designed for small-volume fat tissue harvesting, processing, and transfer. This novel approach enhances the efficiency of clinical procedures, streamlining the process while reducing time and costs for practitioners. By focusing on disruptive technologies, Push2Spin strives to improve outcomes in soft tissue grafting, ultimately benefiting both clinicians and patients.

Aquatonomy provides underwater robot autonomy software that includes localization, mapping, and planning.

Mamalux specializes in designing and selling high-quality, leakproof apparel tailored for maternity and breastfeeding. Their online platform offers a range of personal luxury items, including sleepwear designed for comfort during the postpartum period.

Ariel Precision Medicine, Inc. is an integrated genomics and digital health company focused on providing precision medicine solutions for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of complex chronic diseases and disorders. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company develops innovative clinical decision support tools aimed at simplifying personalized treatment in both emergency departments and clinical settings. One of its key offerings is ArielDx, a cloud-based tool designed to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic disease, thereby improving patient outcomes through tailored healthcare solutions.

Velo.AI develops Copilot, an AI-powered bike light that enhances cyclist safety. It offers video recording, audible warnings for approaching vehicles, visual alerts for drivers, and predictive risk estimation to prevent crashes.

Leaficient is a technology company that specializes in energy-saving solutions for Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). It develops and deploys low-cost cameras and sensors that monitor plant biometrics and growth, enabling clients to optimize energy usage and enhance crop yield and quality predictably.

Forest Devices, Inc. is a medical device company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Canada. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in developing innovative solutions for stroke detection. Its flagship product, AlphaStroke, is a portable and non-invasive stroke screening device that assists medical personnel in identifying early signs of both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. By enabling pre-hospital providers to accurately assess patients, AlphaStroke facilitates timely triage and enhances decision-making in critical care scenarios, ultimately aiming to reduce treatment delays and improve patient outcomes.

Make It Home Safe is a mobile application founded in 2017 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that focuses on enhancing safety and security during traffic stops. The app serves as a tool for both motorists and law enforcement, providing real-time identity verification to facilitate smoother interactions. By aiming to reduce tensions between police and the public, Make It Home Safe seeks to create a safer environment on the road, helping to assure users that their safety is prioritized during potentially stressful encounters.

Kloopify provides a sustainable procurement platform that helps organizations track, reduce, and report the carbon footprint of their purchased goods and services. The platform delivers analytical visibility across the enterprise, from high-level summaries to detailed category-level insights, and supports procurement measures and reporting to meet sustainability goals and reduce supply chain risk.

Duo Oncology specializes in developing nanoparticle technology designed to penetrate established tumors efficiently. Collaborating with renowned university scientists and medical oncologists, the company aims to accelerate product development through strategic partnerships with established research organizations.

Webvizio is a visual feedback collaboration and productivity platform designed to enhance communication among digital teams and clients during web development projects. The platform facilitates real-time collaboration on live web pages and applications, allowing users to provide visual feedback directly on web elements. It helps streamline the development process by minimizing the need for back-and-forth communication through various channels, such as email and video calls. Users can manage multiple projects simultaneously, assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress in real time. Webvizio also offers screen recording capabilities and integrates with other productivity software, enabling web builders and team managers to improve overall productivity and efficiency in their workflows.

Toyz Electronics specializes in developing educational technology solutions. It offers a gamified learning platform that teaches STEAM subjects, entrepreneurship, and storytelling through a unique superhero rap concept. The platform's culturally relevant curriculum combines hip-hop culture, music, gaming, 3D models, comics, and design to engage students and help them develop technical and soft skills.

Founded in 2009, Setex Technologies is a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer specializing in dry adhesive technology inspired by gecko feet. They offer micro-fibrillar polymer gripping surfaces for various products, serving both consumers and manufacturers.

Revitalize Energy is a consumer health company specializing in eye drops designed to combat digital eye strain. Their product uses a proprietary blend of stimulants and amino acids to provide immediate relief from eye fatigue caused by prolonged screen use.

LeanFM Technologies provides a cloud-based information and facility operations platform that helps facility managers access actionable information and make data-driven decisions. The platform integrates static design information, dynamic measurements, and controls using standard protocols to automatically map data points from building automation systems to equipment and spaces in design drawings, enabling accurate and productive decision-making. It supports hospitals and universities by offering context on maintenance history and backlog and by delivering AI-enriched insights from maintenance and building information. The goal is to minimize waste and maximize value for owners and occupants by improving maintenance planning, operational transparency, and efficiency.

Respair is a medical device company specializing in innovative airway products designed to assist clinicians and patients in critical care settings. Its proprietary technology replaces traditional inflatable cuffs with soft baffles, creating a secure seal without added pressure, thereby reducing secondary complications.

Gus Gear is a manufacturer of wearable securement clothing designed to protect implanted medical devices and enhance patient outcomes. The company's flagship product, the Central Line Vest, safeguards central catheters from damage, breakage, and accidental removal, allowing patients to maintain their quality of life while undergoing treatment. In addition to the Central Line Vest, Gus Gear's platform offers securement solutions for various medical devices, including ostomy pouches and feeding tubes. By using innovative securement systems, Gus Gear enables patients to manage their medical challenges effectively, promoting independence and wellbeing.

NOCTEM Health is a clinical decision support tool focused on addressing insomnia and other sleep disturbances through innovative telehealth solutions. The company provides a platform that enhances patient workflows and delivers effective behavioral sleep treatments by integrating interactive and adaptive tools. This approach combines high-quality sleep care with the cost-efficiency of digital technologies, allowing patients to connect with therapists for real-time assessment, monitoring, and treatment. By empowering clinicians, NOCTEM Health aims to improve the overall delivery of sleep care and meet the unmet healthcare needs in the field of sleep medicine.

Buoy is a wellness company focused on supporting hydration through its unflavored electrolyte drops. These drops can be added to any drink, allowing individuals to efficiently maintain their hydration levels without compromising taste.

Voaige develops robotics solutions for industrial automation, offering safe, affordable, and versatile robotic arms designed to address labor shortages. The company also provides an automation platform that integrates vision, artificial intelligence, and robotics to solve complex industrial use cases. The platform features a modular architecture, continuous learning capabilities, and real-time perception tools, enabling reliable automation, operational consistency, and opportunities for process optimization. The team comprises AI PhDs and robotics engineers from Carnegie Mellon University, reflecting a focus on applying cutting-edge AI to real-world manufacturing challenges.

PECA Labs is a Pittsburgh-based medical device company spun out of Carnegie Mellon University and UPMC that develops polymeric heart valves and vascular grafts for pediatric congenital heart disease. Its lead product, the MASA Valve, is a synthetic valved conduit intended for pediatric right ventricular outflow tract reconstruction, leveraging ePTFE material properties and radiopaque markings to improve durability and intraoperative configurability. The company also offers exGraft, an ePTFE vascular graft with radiopaque markers. PECA Labs focuses on orphan patient populations and aims to reduce the need for multiple surgeries in children, with the MASA Valve designed to address limitations of existing conduits. The MASA Valve has received FDA Humanitarian Use Device designation, and early intraoperative implants have demonstrated reduced re-operation rates compared with alternatives. Headquartered in Pittsburgh since its founding around 2011-2012, PECA Labs pursues pediatric cardiovascular solutions with an emphasis on improving long-term outcomes for congenital heart disease patients.

Inspired Cognition is a Pennsylvania-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software tailored for the research and development lifecycle. The company focuses on creating digital tools and online systems that assist businesses in integrating AI solutions effectively. Its products provide evaluation as a service, enabling organizations to monitor, analyze, and improve their operational plans. Additionally, Inspired Cognition’s offerings include data modeling capabilities that help business professionals identify system pain points and propose actionable solutions. Through its innovations, Inspired Cognition aims to support businesses in leveraging AI to enhance their operations and decision-making processes.

UpContent develops a SaaS platform that discovers brand mentions and curates digital content from various sources like news articles, blogs, and social media. Its tool automates the content discovery process, allowing users to engage audiences effectively. Founded in 2015, UpContent is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

BioHybrid Solutions is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing advanced nanoarmored protein-polymer conjugates. The company focuses on tailoring the activity and stability of proteins and enzymes for various applications. Utilizing atom transfer radical polymerization chemistry, BioHybrid Solutions precisely grows polymers from the surface of proteins, enhancing their functionality. Through its research and development efforts, the company aims to provide innovative alternatives for therapeutics and protein engineering, ultimately contributing to advancements in medical treatments.

Optimus Technologies is a clean energy technology company headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It specializes in developing advanced fuel management systems that enable medium and heavy-duty truck fleets to operate on 100% biodiesel. The company's flagship product, the Vector System, integrates seamlessly into existing diesel engines without the need for extensive modifications or replacements. This technology allows fleet operators to achieve significant reductions in fuel costs and emissions while effectively meeting renewable fuel targets. By providing a practical solution for transitioning to low-carbon fuels, Optimus Technologies addresses the challenges of emissions reductions in heavy-duty applications.

Telling.ai is a telehealth platform that focuses on respiratory monitoring and lung health assessment. The company analyzes voice and breath sounds to identify indicators of various medical conditions, particularly respiratory diseases and infections. Telling.ai's platform is designed to assist individuals with chronic lung conditions, enabling them to manage their health more effectively and prevent acute exacerbations. By capturing respiratory sounds in real-world settings, the platform provides real-time feedback while optimizing data quality through advanced denoising techniques. This allows for timely interventions that help avoid costly hospitalizations, ultimately benefiting the over 1 billion people affected by acute or chronic respiratory disorders.

Parcel Health develops sustainable medication packaging made from paper. Their products are brandable, compostable, and offer improved temperature control during shipping compared to traditional plastic bottles.

DisSolves Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based company specializing in the development and manufacture of dissolvable packaging materials for the food industry. Founded in 2016, DisSolves creates innovative, edible packaging made from natural and plant-based ingredients, specifically designed for single servings of drink mixes such as protein powder and flavor enhancers. Their flagship product, a pod, replaces traditional non-recyclable packaging with a more convenient, environmentally friendly option. DisSolves is committed to sustainability, utilizing renewable and vegan materials such as seaweed and polysaccharides to ensure their packaging is both degradable and safe for consumption. The company aims to enhance consumer convenience while promoting health and environmental responsibility, addressing the growing demand for efficient and eco-friendly food packaging solutions.

MindTrace is a medical software company specializing in the development of personalized 3D brain maps to enhance neurosurgical procedures. By integrating machine learning algorithms with advanced brain imaging and cloud-based computing, MindTrace creates clinical decision support tools that allow neurosurgeons to simulate surgical resection plans. This innovative approach enables surgeons to predict patients' cognitive outcomes prior to surgery, facilitating the removal of brain tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. MindTrace's technology aims to streamline the workflow of neurosurgical teams by reducing the time spent on testing and analyzing complex brain imaging and behavioral data sets, ultimately improving patient care in the field of neurosurgery.

BlastPoint is a developer of a predictive AI-powered platform that offers big data solutions to help companies optimize revenue growth and enhance customer engagement. By providing tools to discover, target, and engage humans within their data, BlastPoint enables businesses across various sectors—such as energy, financial services, automotive, and nonprofit organizations—to generate immediate insights into customer engagement challenges. The platform equips clients to identify trends and unlock critical information relevant to specific territories, ultimately empowering them to find, reach, and satisfy customers throughout their lifetime.

Safe Space Technologies develops smart disinfectant robots that serve as a superior alternative to traditional disinfection services. Utilizing ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light disinfection technology, these robots effectively neutralize harmful pathogens, thereby creating safer environments in various workplaces. The company focuses on enhancing the disinfection process, allowing users to achieve a more thorough sanitation of their spaces.

Subtl Beauty, Inc. is a cosmetics brand founded in 2018 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company specializes in the production of stackable makeup products designed for contemporary women seeking convenience and flexibility in their beauty routines. Its unique packaging allows for modular, customizable stacks that can easily fit in a gym bag, purse, or back pocket, making them ideal for on-the-go lifestyles. Subtl Beauty's product offerings are crafted for efficiency, easy application, and long-lasting wear, aligning with the values of conscious consumers by being clean, vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free. The company's online sales platform further enhances accessibility for customers seeking innovative, travel-friendly makeup solutions.

Founded in 2019, Emergence Dental is a medical device company specializing in research and development. It focuses on designing and pre-clinically developing innovative devices for dental bone and soft tissue grafting procedures.

Voxable is a developer of a platform tailored for creating voice and chat applications. The company provides a solution that replaces traditional tools such as spreadsheets, documents, and diagrams, which teams typically use to design and manage conversations. By offering a more efficient method for conversation design, Voxable enables enterprises to enhance collaboration among teams and engage more effectively with stakeholders.

Honeycomb Credit operates an online platform facilitating debt crowdfunding between small business owners and their communities or investors. Incorporated in 2017, the company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

CleverApply is an educational administration platform founded in 2020 and headquartered in Ohio, United States. The company specializes in matching students with universities and educational agents by utilizing artificial intelligence and blockchain technology. Its platform enables users to identify suitable universities based on their desired programs and individual needs. Additionally, CleverApply facilitates connections between students and schools, assists in document review, and provides interview preparation resources, streamlining the application process for prospective students.

Lumis is a company focused on enhancing healthcare education through innovative learning systems. It develops augmented reality-driven technology that transforms traditional clinical training into immersive and accessible experiences. By offering hands-on, simulation-based training, Lumis ensures that healthcare professionals can receive high-quality education anytime and anywhere. Their products are compatible with existing training mannequins, ranging from basic CPR models to advanced, computer-controlled full-body simulators. This approach enables individualized, on-demand learning, making effective and affordable healthcare education available to students and trainees, ultimately improving patient care.

Roadies operates a blockchain-based web platform designed to enhance governance, transparency, and liquidity through a peer-to-peer exchange model. This platform allows visual artists to tokenize their artwork, offering shares to supporters who can buy and trade these tokens. By doing so, artists gain a new revenue stream and access to production capital, which aids in building sustainable careers. Additionally, this model fosters community engagement, as art enthusiasts can become shareholders in the works they admire. Overall, Roadies aims to revolutionize the art market by integrating technology with artistic expression.

TalkMeUp is an innovative company focused on enhancing communication skills within organizations, addressing the substantial corporate training market. It offers an AI-driven platform that provides on-demand, personalized coaching tailored to the specific needs of employees. Users can access the platform via their smartphones or computers, receiving instant, objective feedback on their communication performance, which includes aspects such as delivery style and content. TalkMeUp's services are designed to empower employees across various sectors, including retail, education, and hospitality, making it suitable for a wide range of roles, from sales to customer service. By leveraging advanced technology, TalkMeUp aims to improve overall employee competency in diverse professional scenarios.

Element Exo designs and develops lightweight exoskeletons that facilitate lifting and bending tasks, reducing the risk of overuse injuries for workers engaged in repetitive lifting.

AdSkate employs machine learning and AI technology to enhance digital advertising. Its platform offers insights for campaign planning, direct buy analysis, programmatic integration, content discovery, and content analysis, empowering brands to advertise effectively and make informed decisions.

SpIntellx, Inc. is a computational and systems pathology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in spatial intelligence software products designed for analyzing pathology tissue sections in cancer diagnosis. Founded in 2017, the company offers innovative solutions such as SpIntellx, which processes image data sets from various imaging platforms and reagents, and HistoMapr, a computational guide for pathologists. Additionally, TumorMapr is utilized to analyze the spatial interactions of biomarkers within whole slide images using multiplexed fluorescence. With a focus on Precision Pathology and Spatially Intelligent Biology, SpIntellx leverages unbiased spatial analytics powered by explainable AI to enhance understanding of complex cancer biology, thereby facilitating advancements in drug development, diagnostics, and treatment strategies.

Komodo Analytics operates a platform that simplifies the municipal credit evaluation process. By integrating financial, demographic, and economic data, it offers municipal bond professionals a comprehensive view of a municipality's credit health and outlook. This consolidated approach enables asset managers and investors to make informed credit decisions efficiently, ensuring they have access to all necessary information for evaluating municipal bonds.

CapSen Robotics develops advanced computer vision systems that enable machines to comprehend and navigate cluttered environments. Their core technology, derived from MIT research on 3D object detection, empowers robots and automation systems in various industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and retail inventory management.

Touchwood Labs, Inc. is an innovative company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing technology for office and home furniture, focusing on creating interactive and screenless interfaces. Its proprietary invisible displays can be embedded beneath the surface of various materials, such as wood or plastic, allowing them to remain hidden until activated. This technology enables users to interact with multiple IoT-connected devices through seamless visual experiences, enhancing the way individuals engage with their environment. Touchwood Labs aims to revolutionize technology interactions by combining mindful design with advanced hardware, thereby fostering healthier relationships with technology in everyday settings.

Civic Champs, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a mobile-based platform for nonprofit organizations to streamline volunteer management. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Civic Champs offers an application that utilizes geofencing technology to monitor volunteer activities by automatically tracking when a volunteer's mobile device enters or exits designated areas. The platform facilitates essential functions such as hour tracking, scheduling, engagement, and analytical insights, enabling nonprofits to efficiently manage volunteer hours while reducing manual data entry. Additionally, it allows for small donations and provides real-time data access, mentorship tracking, and compliance features. Civic Champs aims to enhance volunteer engagement and help nonprofits maximize their impact by simplifying administrative processes. The application is available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.

Founded in 2020, Phlux Technologies specializes in developing innovative 3D sensor technology for robotics and automation. Its products enhance safety and efficiency by enabling robots to navigate effectively, protecting workers from hazards, and detecting obstacles.

Revitalize Energy is a consumer health company specializing in eye drops designed to combat digital eye strain. Their product uses a proprietary blend of stimulants and amino acids to provide immediate relief from eye fatigue caused by prolonged screen use.

Founded in 2018, Naima Health is a Pittsburgh-based company that develops health tools using behavioral decision science and machine learning. Their platform engages patients, particularly pregnant women at high risk, in their clinical care by providing personalized, engaging pregnancy risk assessments and support.

Lanzhou cognitive intelligence platform is an industrial service cloud platform with NLP as the core, providing a series of services such as a graph, machine translation, assisted writing, sentiment analysis, intelligent retrieval, intelligent customer service, document analysis, etc. Enter search, generation, translation, dialogue, and other business scenarios. They provide solutions for financial, marketing, cultural, and creative industries, focusing on the core scenarios in the industry to provide solutions to help enterprises upgrade intelligently.

AlgenAir develops natural air purifiers that utilize algae to reduce carbon dioxide levels and produce oxygen, enhancing indoor air quality while providing a biophilic decor.

Finish Robotics is a company that develops mobile robotics technology aimed at addressing the labor shortage in the construction industry. It specializes in creating semi-autonomous, collaborative robots constructed from standard industrial components. These robots are designed to assist contractors in overcoming challenges related to labor availability, thereby enhancing productivity on construction sites. By leveraging innovative robotics solutions, Finish Robotics seeks to provide effective tools that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of construction operations.

Module is a company focused on developing modular residential housing projects that emphasize intelligent architectural design. By employing a modular approach, the company aims to make homeownership more accessible and flexible for a broader audience. Its offerings enable buyers to secure the right amount of living space tailored to their needs, while also providing customized housing services. This innovative model positions Module as a provider of affordable housing solutions suitable for the urban environment, catering to the demands of contemporary living.

Spoken is a technology company based in Marietta, Ohio, that specializes in developing a text-to-speech smartphone application aimed at assisting individuals with communication challenges. The application utilizes predictive speech technology, leveraging big data and machine learning to create a natural-language assistant tailored for those with speech disorders. By employing user-centered design principles, Spoken's platform provides augmentative and alternative communication solutions, allowing users with conditions such as aphasia and nonverbal autism to construct coherent sentences on their mobile devices. Through its innovative approach, Spoken seeks to enhance the communication abilities of individuals facing significant speech and language difficulties.

Conservation Labs is a technology company based in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, founded in 2016. It develops smart water technology to help reduce water waste and detect leaks. Its non-invasive water monitor can be attached to any water pipe and integrates with an application to transmit data on water consumption, potential leaks, and appliance usage. This enables property owners and managers to monitor water use, identify conservation opportunities, and lower operating costs. The company's solutions focus on making water usage transparent and proactive, supporting efficient resource management and cost savings across residential and commercial built environments.

Telling.ai is a telehealth platform that focuses on respiratory monitoring and lung health assessment. The company analyzes voice and breath sounds to identify indicators of various medical conditions, particularly respiratory diseases and infections. Telling.ai's platform is designed to assist individuals with chronic lung conditions, enabling them to manage their health more effectively and prevent acute exacerbations. By capturing respiratory sounds in real-world settings, the platform provides real-time feedback while optimizing data quality through advanced denoising techniques. This allows for timely interventions that help avoid costly hospitalizations, ultimately benefiting the over 1 billion people affected by acute or chronic respiratory disorders.

Creegh Pharmaceuticals specializes in the pharmaceutical preparation industry. It was founded in 2018 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Hava Health, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in the United States that specializes in developing innovative solutions for nicotine addiction. The company manufactures a smoking cessation device, which includes a connected vape pen that integrates with a smartphone application called Hale. This digital drug therapy device aims to support individuals in their efforts to quit smoking by providing a modern approach to nicotine de-addiction. Through its technology, Hava Health seeks to enhance the effectiveness of smoking cessation efforts and improve health outcomes for users.

Miror is an online social networking platform that facilitates group discussions on mental health topics led by certified practitioners. It connects individuals dealing with similar mental health challenges, fostering community support to overcome anxiety and encourage personal growth.

MindTrace is a medical software company specializing in the development of personalized 3D brain maps to enhance neurosurgical procedures. By integrating machine learning algorithms with advanced brain imaging and cloud-based computing, MindTrace creates clinical decision support tools that allow neurosurgeons to simulate surgical resection plans. This innovative approach enables surgeons to predict patients' cognitive outcomes prior to surgery, facilitating the removal of brain tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. MindTrace's technology aims to streamline the workflow of neurosurgical teams by reducing the time spent on testing and analyzing complex brain imaging and behavioral data sets, ultimately improving patient care in the field of neurosurgery.

ESTAT Actuation is a company founded in 2019 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that specializes in the development of electroadhesive clutches. These innovative clutches are designed to enhance the performance of robots and machinery by reducing the size and cost of actuators. By providing engineers with lightweight and low-power actuation hardware, ESTAT Actuation enables clients to improve the capabilities and affordability of their robotic systems and machines.

Stocksnips is an artificial intelligence platform designed to enhance investment decision-making by providing investors with timely access to stock market news analysis. The company employs advanced AI technologies, including natural language processing and neural networks, to crawl and analyze approximately 50,000 news articles daily related to public companies on major exchanges. By filtering out irrelevant information and assessing market sentiment, Stocksnips delivers valuable insights into a company’s financial and operational performance. It categorizes news snippets based on key performance indicators such as revenue, sales, and earnings, facilitating informed portfolio management for asset managers and investment advisors. Through partnerships with investment experts, Stocksnips aims to validate its analytical signals, ultimately helping clients achieve better investment outcomes and mitigate risks.

Equa Health operates a smartphone application designed as a mindfulness coach, focusing on meditation training. The platform aims to enhance resilience, happiness, and peak performance, particularly in workplace settings. Utilizing a scientific approach, Equa Health teaches users to manage stress and emotional regulation, helping them find relief from discomfort. This method enables individuals to build mental resilience and improve their overall satisfaction in personal relationships and professional goals.

CytoAgents is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative pharmaceutical products for treating life-threatening symptoms associated with Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS), an overreaction of the immune system causing systemic inflammation.

Endolumik develops visualization-enhanced devices for minimally invasive surgery, applying fluorescence-guided near-infrared technology to improve intraoperative visibility, safety, and precision. Its portfolio includes a near-infrared gastric calibration tube and additional illumination technologies, supported by proprietary IP. The company targets bariatric, general, and colorectal procedures to enable surgeons to better see anatomy and instruments during operations, with the aim of improving surgical outcomes. Endolumik is headquartered in Morgantown, United States.

Touchwood Labs, Inc. is an innovative company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing technology for office and home furniture, focusing on creating interactive and screenless interfaces. Its proprietary invisible displays can be embedded beneath the surface of various materials, such as wood or plastic, allowing them to remain hidden until activated. This technology enables users to interact with multiple IoT-connected devices through seamless visual experiences, enhancing the way individuals engage with their environment. Touchwood Labs aims to revolutionize technology interactions by combining mindful design with advanced hardware, thereby fostering healthier relationships with technology in everyday settings.

PECA Labs is a Pittsburgh-based medical device company spun out of Carnegie Mellon University and UPMC that develops polymeric heart valves and vascular grafts for pediatric congenital heart disease. Its lead product, the MASA Valve, is a synthetic valved conduit intended for pediatric right ventricular outflow tract reconstruction, leveraging ePTFE material properties and radiopaque markings to improve durability and intraoperative configurability. The company also offers exGraft, an ePTFE vascular graft with radiopaque markers. PECA Labs focuses on orphan patient populations and aims to reduce the need for multiple surgeries in children, with the MASA Valve designed to address limitations of existing conduits. The MASA Valve has received FDA Humanitarian Use Device designation, and early intraoperative implants have demonstrated reduced re-operation rates compared with alternatives. Headquartered in Pittsburgh since its founding around 2011-2012, PECA Labs pursues pediatric cardiovascular solutions with an emphasis on improving long-term outcomes for congenital heart disease patients.

Mamalux specializes in designing and selling high-quality, leakproof apparel tailored for maternity and breastfeeding. Their online platform offers a range of personal luxury items, including sleepwear designed for comfort during the postpartum period.

Ariel Precision Medicine, Inc. is an integrated genomics and digital health company focused on providing precision medicine solutions for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of complex chronic diseases and disorders. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company develops innovative clinical decision support tools aimed at simplifying personalized treatment in both emergency departments and clinical settings. One of its key offerings is ArielDx, a cloud-based tool designed to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic disease, thereby improving patient outcomes through tailored healthcare solutions.

AdSkate employs machine learning and AI technology to enhance digital advertising. Its platform offers insights for campaign planning, direct buy analysis, programmatic integration, content discovery, and content analysis, empowering brands to advertise effectively and make informed decisions.