Maryland Innovation Initiative (MII)

Capsulomics, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on developing and manufacturing DNA tests for the early detection of upper gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, particularly esophageal cancer and its precancerous condition, Barrett’s esophagus. Founded in 2018 and based in Halethorpe, Maryland, Capsulomics aims to address the diagnostic and prognostic uncertainties associated with GI diseases. By providing advanced diagnostic solutions, the company enables healthcare professionals to prevent, detect, and treat these conditions more effectively, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.

TEDCO is an independent organization established in 1998 and located in Columbia, Maryland. It serves as the leading source of entrepreneurial business assistance and seed funding for the development of startup companies within Maryland's innovation economy. TEDCO focuses on early-stage companies across various sectors, including software, technology, energy equipment, life sciences, and oncology. Its mission is to foster innovation and economic growth in Maryland by supporting the growth of startups and enhancing the state's position in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Mind-X combines neurotechnology, augmented reality, and Artificial Intelligence to create computer interference. The company develops an interface framework combining brain-computer interfaces and artificial intelligence designed for spatial computing applications. Founded in 2017 by Geoffrey Ling and Julia Brown, Mind-X is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.