MassChallenge

Via a combination of materials, biotechnology and optics IP, we are developing a microbiological testing solution applicable to pathogens, allergens and spoilage organisms. The core technology enables quantitative and array-based tests for high throughput, low component and overall solution cost, best in class time-to-result, and a hardware design road-map including small footprint and handheld form factors. The combination of consumables incorporating our proprietary materials and biological agents, low-cost hardware and analytics we're developing is uniquely positioned to serve the market.

Hydrobee is launching radically new clean energy technology to help billions of people every day, and create a global sustainable business. Over a billion people still have no reliable electricity. Over three billion people cook with biomass stoves indoors and suffer from smoke and Indoor Air Pollution. They all have one thing in common: They cook with stoves every day. Hydrobee's "Firebee" TM thermo-electric generator can turn the heat from their stoves into USB charging power for phones, LED lights, internet, and the Jet-Flame blower that improves combustion, saves money and reduces smoke. Connected by Firebee power to mobile phone networks, new clean efficient stoves with chimneys that greatly reduce smoke can now be sold with financing over mobile networks. For the first time, financing is possible for improved stoves used by 100 million poor families. We can solve both indoor air pollution and energy poverty for them with one affordable small device. Hydrobee is a Social Purpose Corporation in Seattle within a network of social entrepreneurs, impact investors and organizations who give us valued support.

Kyunas is an audio engineering company specialising in future technologies for earbuds. Kyunas dedicated to creating a richer, more intuitive user interface for audio, for many of our day to day tasks, allowing us to be more present in our daily lives..

Glydr is creating game-changing controllers for gaming and virtual reality. Our flagship product utilizes the innate speed and agility of human feet for gaming and VR in a completely new way. Glydr is a next-generation dual analog foot-operated video game controller designed to radically change how gamers move around and interact with their environment in video games and VR. Glydr is as intuitive as driving a car, taking advantage of our ability to automatically delegate movement control to our feet, freeing the hands to focus on tactical actions. Glydr works out of the box with most PC video games and enables you to move around in your game, switch weapons, jump or peek around corners. Glydr is fully customizable and allows players to modify and save profiles to suit their actions in a particular game or even the style of play within a game. Glydr is easy to learn and novice and experienced gamers alike are up and running in minutes. Glydr also provides relief for players experiencing strain on fingers, hands and wrists from long gaming sessions or repetitive actions encountered in many commercial software applications.

Exum builds instruments and software ecosystems to increase the speed of development and discovery, offering easy access to high-performance at a low-cost.

Wave Company is a diversified smart apparel firm focused on enhancing athletic performance and recovery through innovative technology. Its flagship product, WaveWear, utilizes patented compression and kinesiology features to aid in injury prevention and recovery for athletes. The company leverages its proprietary conductive silicone technology, Elecsil, to analyze human movement and enhance training experiences. In addition to developing advanced sportswear, Wave Company produces and sells core material technologies, including its bio-silicone technology, to various sectors such as sportswear, healthcare, and smart wear. This approach allows Wave Company to distribute finished products directly to consumers or license its material technologies to other brands, similar to established names in the industry.

GiveMove is a assistive technology manufacturer for people with motor disabilities. We are mobility experts engaged in providing innovative, practical & customized solutions to improve the well-being of our clients and their surroundings. We developed Bipmov complete suite of static & motorized standers for adults & children, which includes IoT Technology. Follow us on instagram, twitter or facebook as @givemovear!

Q&Q aspires of a future where current user interaction devices, like joysticks in the XR, will be replaced by a more intuitive one, entirely revolutionizing the interaction framework, providing an appreciably higher User Experience. Goal is to enable the sense of touch (interaction via fingers) in digital environment like this happens in the natural world. Existing solutions only partially address the problem since they have technology constraints that impact the UX. For that reason, we see a next generation input device (MAGOS), that revolutionizes the interaction within digital environment. So, the end user will interact using their fingers in a natural, more immersive and intuitive way.

Ozark Integrated Circuits provides design techniques, modeling and design tools for integrated circuits and systems on chip for extreme environments.

HVACIntel's patent-pending hardware and method monitors equipment and proactively alerts contractors and homeowners so they can take steps to diagnose the problem before it causes a major inconvenience in terms of a health hazard or a major expense to replace the equipment. The platform provides peace of mind to small business owners, who, per contract are required to maintain the HVAC equipment for their rented space and avoid losing customers and business due to loss of air conditioning.

1 Degree Freedom robotics developing Modular Smart Actuation systems that reduce the development time required for Robotic Solution Providers to build Robots for various applications. By using IoT technology along with intelligent algorithms we also provide reliability management services for these systems to reduce downtime of the robots. We have started with a product line of Smart Wheels that encapsulates the complexity of motion in mobile robots in the form factor of a wheel.

Renzoe Box is a beauty platform that combines hardware and software to simplify personal makeup organization. The company offers an innovative makeup storage and pod system designed to accommodate various makeup products within a single, compact box. This system allows users to create their personalized palettes while organizing their makeup accessories in designated compartments. By streamlining the makeup collection process, Renzoe Box enables users to manage and transport their beauty products more efficiently.

Anything Connected offers hardware to build your Internet of Things in 24 hours. The company help companies to figure out whether their equipment is still working properly, equipment such as factory production lines, large food stocks or solar panel parks.

Exomotion develops robotics-based transporter devices designed to facilitate omnidirectional movement. Its devices are electronic movement systems that integrate electrical boards with motion sensors and a wheeled motion mechanism that enables the board to go in any direction and rotate immediately allowing for improved user experience. It rethinks the concept of e-mobility, bringing omnidirectionality and safety to the mix. Exomotion was founded in 2018 and is based in Plan-les-ouates, Geneve.

Levaté designs a lightweight wheelchair. This lightweight wheelchair accessory restores reach and independence, giving people the flexibility to work, play, and love in their daily lives. The lift attaches and detaches quickly from the wheelchair and raises to eye level or any height in between to improve vision and reach in any environment - high shelves at the grocery store, the refrigerator or cabinets at home, gas stations, public restrooms, car transfers, shopping.

Out Of The Box is a consumer edtech startup founded out of MIT. We bring classroom learning and playing experiences to children anywhere, through a learning platform with personalized content (software) and an award-winning classroom-in-a-box (hardware) that transforms any space into a learning and playing environment.

Liquid Logical specializes in a patented heating technology that instantly brings water to its boiling point without the need for storage tanks. This innovative device provides a continuous supply of boiling water on demand, making it suitable for integration into various everyday applications, including kitchens, fridge doors, kitchen worktops, and commercial coffee machines. The technology presents scalable opportunities for consumers and businesses alike while contributing positively to global water-saving initiatives.

Rhythmo is a company focused on educating teenagers in music and STEM through innovative products. It manufactures music production instruments, including a MIDI drum machine and speaker combo, designed to be accessible and affordable. These products come in a cardboard box and are bundled with an application, sound packs, and tutorials, allowing users to explore music production creatively. Rhythmo's approach emphasizes DIY learning, offering a unique cardboard MIDI controller kit that encourages hands-on engagement and customization. By combining music education with practical tools, Rhythmo aims to inspire the next generation of musicians and creators.

Resonado Labs specializes in audio hardware solutions that enhance sound reproduction across various applications. The company focuses on transducer design and engineering, creating innovative products such as miniaturized sub-woofer drivers for integrated sound bars and advanced sonic projection arrays that can deliver sound over distances exceeding 1500 meters. Resonado aims to revolutionize the audio market through continuous experimentation with materials, motor structures, and industrial designs, all conducted at their headquarters in Chicago. By leveraging proprietary audio tools, Resonado enables clients to develop sound field control technologies that combine design innovation with high-fidelity acoustic performance, thereby expanding the potential applications of their technology across different industries.

Mobile Pixels is a manufacturer of lightweight portable monitors designed to enhance productivity, particularly for individuals working in coworking spaces or while traveling. The company's innovative product attaches to the back of a laptop and can be swung out to create a secondary screen, providing users with additional display space. This portable monitor is compatible with laptops of all sizes, allowing for flexible positioning and angle adjustments to suit individual preferences. By integrating available technologies, Mobile Pixels aims to facilitate a more efficient and productive work environment.

CADLAB.io is a cloud-based hardware development platform which provides engineers with an enhanced version control system and collaboration tools for hardware design. Based on Git, one of most popular version control systems for software, it allows you to keep native PCB design files in a repository and view, compare and comment on any part of a schematic in a browser. With schematics comparison tool it’s a matter of seconds to find what was changed in the hardware design and together with interactive annotations it’s easy to put in place a hardware design review process.

CREAL specializes in the development of near-eye light-field display technology, aimed at enhancing the immersive experience in virtual and mixed reality environments. This innovative technology addresses common issues associated with current headsets, such as eye strain and discomfort, while maintaining a compact form factor and low manufacturing complexity. By projecting true hologram-like 3D images with accurate one-eye depth cues, CREAL's displays enable users to engage comfortably and enjoyably with virtual objects, particularly within their personal space. This advancement represents a significant step forward in creating more realistic and strain-free visual experiences in augmented and virtual reality.

ROVENSO is a Swiss startup from EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne) incorporated in 2016.We are based near Lausanne (Switzerland). We develop, manufacture and market ROVéo, an agile robot for security and safety monitoring of industrial sites.ROVéo patrols fully autonomously 24/7, 2-3x more cost-effective than manned guarding, inside and outside industrial buildings, preventing intrusions, detecting any thefts of assets, but also detecting safety hazards such as start of fires, leaks or systems dysfunctions that could put people’s life at risks and that could be even missed by security guards.

Creator of the worlds smartest IoT trash can.

Your Heaven Audio is a developer of innovative hardware and software mic systems aimed at enhancing the music recording experience. The company specializes in creating accessories for acoustic instruments such as guitars, violins, mandolins, and percussion instruments. Its products capture and amplify sound, offering musicians a solution that delivers high-quality audio akin to a professional studio recording. Additionally, the system ensures excellent isolation and feedback resistance, comparable to traditional contact pickups. By allowing users to compare audio tracks with video clips, Your Heaven Audio provides a comprehensive platform for musicians to evaluate sound quality across various recording scenarios.

STEMgem is a developer of wearable smart device kits that enable users, particularly socially-motivated teens, to create their own wearable technology. The kits facilitate the construction of custom devices aimed at tracking daily activities related to sports, health, and social engagement. By connecting to an online programming environment, users can personalize their devices and share their creations with a community, fostering collaboration and innovation. STEMgem empowers students to actively participate in shaping their digital experiences and encourages them to drive social change through technology.

MTTech Interactive Multimedia Systems Ltd is an Israeli company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of interactive multimedia systems. Headquartered in Tel-Aviv, with additional offices in Bucharest, Romania; Holmdel, New Jersey; and Alamos, Mexico, the company focuses on creating multi-touch display systems designed for various applications, including product demonstrations, research and development, training, and team meetings. MTTech aims to serve as a primary operational platform for households and offices through innovative solutions that promote functionality and mutual engagement. By utilizing multiple screens and dedicated applications, the company fosters collaborative environments in diverse sectors such as real estate, automotive sales, and smart conference rooms. Their advanced systems, including the KIsense integrated smart kitchen system and sophisticated control rooms for security, military, and medical applications, are designed to enhance performance and streamline operations, thereby facilitating interpersonal interaction in increasingly digital workspaces.

Backspace is junk removal with an environment saving twist. Rather than taking items to the landfill, Backspace can recycle most of it. We donate what we can like clothing and furniture, but if not then we can recycle it. We can recycle computers, appliances, metal, cardboard, mattresses, and lots of other items.

W8X develops robotics inspired fitness equipment to make strength training more effective and fun. It enables elite science-backed strength training within a few square feet. Its product uses robotics technologies to make a cable driven resistance system that is effective, compact, and data driven. The W8X platform was designed by MIT engineers with the help of national pro athletic coaches to allow effective full body resistance workouts using just one piece of equipment.

Vence is a company that has developed a livestock management platform designed to enhance the control and management of cattle. Their innovative solution combines hardware, such as sensors and GPS technology, with application software, allowing farmers to remotely manage their livestock through virtual fencing. This technology enables farmers to optimize the use of available grazing land by increasing the number of animals on a farm while simultaneously reducing costs associated with traditional fencing and labor for moving animals. Additionally, Vence's platform provides valuable insights into animal behavior, health, and fertility, ultimately helping livestock breeders improve efficiency and increase protein yield.

TWIICE is a Swiss company established in 2015 that specializes in the development and manufacturing of lower limb exoskeletons tailored for individuals with mobility impairments, particularly paraplegics. The exoskeletons are designed to assist users in standing and walking, incorporating electric motors that facilitate movement in the hip and knee joints. By offering customer-specific solutions that adapt to various morphologies and pathologies, TWIICE aims to restore the sensations and benefits associated with ambulation, thereby promoting greater independence in daily activities for individuals facing mobility challenges.

WrioKeyboard is to design a keyboard for super-fast and error-free typing

Neuroelectrics is a digital brain health company that innovates at the intersection of neuroscience, physics, machine learning, and hardware. The company has developed wireless EEG and tDCS/tACS/tRNS stimulation devices with up to 32 channels, amongst other products encompassing software and research services, with the purpose of monitoring and enhancing brain health. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia.

EYL Inc. specializes in hardware cyber security solutions designed for connected devices and the protection of sensitive data. The company offers a range of products, including quantum entropy chips, quantum random number generators, quantum crypto chips, quantum hardware security modules, and TriGen USB flash drives. These solutions enhance network security across various sectors, including Internet of Things (IoT) devices, cloud computing, cryptocurrency, and telecommunications. EYL is recognized for providing some of the smallest, most cost-effective, and energy-efficient quantum random number generators available. Established in 2015, EYL is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with additional locations in Yongin-si and Seoul, South Korea.

Gait Up SA, founded in 2013 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the manufacturing of motion analytics wearables used in smartwatches and other hardware. As a spin-off from the University Hospital of Lausanne and the Swiss Institute of Technology, the company leverages over 15 years of scientific expertise in movement analysis and measurement. Gait Up offers innovative products that enable objective evaluation of health and performance through advanced wearable sensor technology. The company has established a strong reputation, serving more than 50 clients across academia, clinics, and various industries in Europe, Canada, the United States, and Asia. In 2017, Gait Up became a subsidiary of MindMaze SA.

Quirkbot is the maker movement in a box. It turns both class-rooms and living-rooms into full on makerspaces in a matter of minutes. They help put the maker movement into schools. The learning philosophy and skills acquired when implementing maker philosophy in schools is extremely attractive to a large portion of the world's school systems today. Implementing it is hard. Quirkbot's innovative design and simple technical solutions, uniquely solve many of the existing practical problems, as well as being engaging enough to compete for the learner's attention in the modern digital world.

KG Provides a hardware-enabled software solution for the next generation of automotive training.

SensorWake is a company that specializes in developing innovative alarm clocks designed to provide a gentle waking experience by stimulating multiple senses, including smell, sight, and sound. Their flagship product utilizes fully recyclable scent cartridges filled with polymer beads that release subtle yet concentrated fragrances to awaken users, enhancing their overall quality of life and well-being. By focusing on the olfactory aspect of waking up, SensorWake aims to create a more pleasant and refreshing start to the day, promoting a positive mood for users around the world.

PiraShield has combined years of networking experience with state of the art hardware to develop a digital surveillance system to help you solve the issue of online theft. With PiraShield you know when someone steals your digital assets, where the theft occurred and fast acting response to remedy it. Feel free to reach out to their team. They are helping make the impossible possible with online digital surveillance.

TG0 created a platform technology replacing all electronic sensor complications with one flexible touch-sensitive material, producing 3 dimensional controls that are ergonomic, intuitive and engaging. They use an inexpensive assembly-free manufacturing process. They are developing a series of computer peripheral products while initiating joint development partnerships with major companies in automotive and gaming markets.

SpeakUp offers a device that helps to alleviate stuttering and to improve the control of speech flow by creating continuous rhythm felt on the person's body. The continuous rhythm induced by this device produces continuous speech, which is different than previous attempts to treat stuttering. It enables the user to maintain normal speech flow via a psycho-sensory effect delivered through continuous tactile movement on the skin. The company was founded in June 2016.

Lux Labs specializes in the development of advanced optical materials through innovative nanophotonics and polymer fabrication techniques. The company has created a transparent display technology that allows users to transform ordinary windows or clear surfaces into fully functional projection displays. This technology incorporates optical angular selective films and wavelength-selective scattering films, enabling the retrofitting of any clear substrate into an effective transparent display. By leveraging these cutting-edge methods, Lux Labs aims to redefine how visual information is presented in everyday environments.

EyeControl is a pioneer in medical technology focused on innovative communication solutions for healthcare. The company has developed a unique device aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with locked-in syndrome, particularly those suffering from ALS. This device consists of a simple glass frame equipped with an infrared camera that connects to a compact computer. It translates the patients' blinks and eye movements into commands, which are then converted into speech through earphones and a speaker. By leveraging advanced technology, EyeControl addresses significant communication barriers, enabling patients to express their needs and preferences more effectively.

Distran, a spin-off from the Autonomous System Lab at ETH Zurich, specializes in the development of advanced acoustic sensors aimed at enhancing safety for industrial workers and minimizing environmental impact. The company focuses on manufacturing ultrasound cameras that cater to various sectors, including oil and gas, power generation, and chemical engineering. Distran's innovative phased-array sensors address the limitations of traditional acoustic sensors, which often struggle to function effectively in noisy industrial environments. By spatially filtering sounds, these sensors enable the detection of defects such as leaks or discharges from a safe distance, thereby allowing clients to protect their workforce and reduce their ecological footprint.

Xogo is a hardware and software platform aimed at empowering individuals, particularly those with disabilities, to effectively engage with technology. It provides a versatile solution by enabling connections between a wide variety of devices, including standard USB, Bluetooth, WiFi, and 3.5mm jack inputs. This compatibility allows users to integrate and control diverse technologies, such as cable boxes, smart home devices, and video game consoles, according to their specific needs and preferences. By addressing issues of device incompatibility and usability, Xogo helps users to maximize the functionality of their technology, fostering a more inclusive and user-friendly experience.

Xogo is a hardware and software platform aimed at empowering individuals, particularly those with disabilities, to effectively engage with technology. It provides a versatile solution by enabling connections between a wide variety of devices, including standard USB, Bluetooth, WiFi, and 3.5mm jack inputs. This compatibility allows users to integrate and control diverse technologies, such as cable boxes, smart home devices, and video game consoles, according to their specific needs and preferences. By addressing issues of device incompatibility and usability, Xogo helps users to maximize the functionality of their technology, fostering a more inclusive and user-friendly experience.

Breadware, Inc. is a company that provides an online platform aimed at facilitating product development, particularly in the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Established in 2017 and headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Breadware serves various sectors including sports, smart buildings, smart homes, transportation, medical, and industrial applications. The platform allows businesses to explore existing IoT products for inspiration, compare service providers based on various criteria, and receive support throughout the development process. By offering tools that unify hardware and firmware development, Breadware simplifies the creation of smart and connected products, helping organizations reduce costs and expedite their journey from concept to market. The company operates as a subsidiary of StoneAge Inc. as of March 2020.

CLARA is the unique and revolutionary smart jacket that incorporates ultra bright turn signals and braking sensors to automatically make cyclists, runners and every pedestrian safer in poor light conditions.The USB rechargeable circuit is equipped with sophisticated sensors as GPS, heart rate monitor, and inertial measurement unit to track performance data. The user can visualise all the information on the smartphone’s application to build healthy lifestyle habits and achieve personal goals.

Quitbit is a developer of innovative smart lighters designed to assist users in tracking, reducing, and ultimately quitting smoking. The company's lighters feature a built-in display that provides real-time information on the number of cigarettes smoked and the time elapsed since the last cigarette. These lighters connect wirelessly to a mobile application, allowing users to monitor their smoking history, set personal reduction goals, and manage usage limits. The app also includes features that calculate potential savings from reduced smoking and enables users to share their progress on social media. This integrated system aims to support individuals in making healthier choices regarding their smoking habits.

Converge specializes in providing hardware and software solutions for the collection, storage, and analysis of sensor data, primarily serving the medical and construction industries. The company develops transmitters that connect to both digital and analog sensors, transforming them into wireless networked devices. Additionally, Converge offers a software platform designed to store, analyze, and visualize the data generated by these sensors. Their solutions facilitate data connectivity in hospitals, allowing healthcare professionals to manipulate and visualize patient data, which helps tailor treatments and optimize discharge processes. Converge is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and is focused on advancing wireless sensor networks for the industrial Internet of Things, replacing manual monitoring with automated, continuous data collection and analytics.

Pavlok Inc. is a U.S.-based company that develops an electronic wristband designed to help users break bad habits and foster positive behaviors. The device employs negative reinforcement by delivering electric shocks to users when they engage in undesirable activities such as smoking, excessive drinking, or skipping workouts. Accompanied by a mobile application, the wristband tracks and analyzes user behavior, providing feedback to encourage habit change. Pavlok also offers an open API, allowing developers of tracking apps, wearable devices, and digital courses to integrate its technology, thereby enhancing user engagement and compliance. Through its innovative approach, Pavlok aims to support individuals in achieving lasting personal transformation.

Pavlok Inc. is a U.S.-based company that develops an electronic wristband designed to help users break bad habits and foster positive behaviors. The device employs negative reinforcement by delivering electric shocks to users when they engage in undesirable activities such as smoking, excessive drinking, or skipping workouts. Accompanied by a mobile application, the wristband tracks and analyzes user behavior, providing feedback to encourage habit change. Pavlok also offers an open API, allowing developers of tracking apps, wearable devices, and digital courses to integrate its technology, thereby enhancing user engagement and compliance. Through its innovative approach, Pavlok aims to support individuals in achieving lasting personal transformation.

Catchbox is a professional wireless microphone. The device communicates with a receiver (included) that can be connected to any sound system. To avoid unwanted noises when being thrown around, internal electronics sense the motion of the cube and switch off the audio when it is caught, thrown,or dropped. The Catchbox got started in 2012 at Aalto University, Finland. After seeing countless lectures and conferences where it was difficult to ask audience members questions, the founders decided something had to be done. Product developers at heart, the team set about to create the world’s first throwable microphone that could be easily passed from one audience member to the next, making events more engaging and fun. To develop the product, the company went through countless iterations, testing early prototypes at over 100 events, including large conferences and lectures. After seeing which features, technologies, and form factors worked the best, the final design was finally chosen. Early customers include Evernote, Ohjelmisto Yrittäjät, SEFE, and Nordic Business Forum. Keksintösäätiö, Aalto Design Factory, Startup Sauna, and Aalto University all played an instrumental role in the creation of the product, providing support and a workplace for student-driven innovations.

AWR Ideas is taking contextual advertising outside the internet to the physical world. Imagine doing what Google does on the internet with adwords but in the physical word. According to the place a person visits, the time, the context, to have the possibility to send an ad. To have real statistic feedback on this ads, not just mere estimations. The empathy of an ad is higher if it cares, thus the possibility to become a call to action, if it´s in context the odds are higher to care for it. We develop hardware/software solutions for contextual communication for the real world.

Zootility makes useful and innovative products to help you conquer the everyday. From multi-tools and pocketknives, to fingernail friendly key rings, housewares and bottle openers. We've got you covered. Made in the USA.

BeTH, or Benevolent Technologies for Health, specializes in developing innovative human-device interface technology aimed at improving the fit and function of rehabilitation devices, such as prosthetics and orthotics, without the expense of custom fabrication. The company's patent-pending materials enable adjustable prosthetic sockets that eliminate the need for intensive fitting procedures, thereby reducing overall prosthetic care costs. BeTH has garnered recognition for its advancements, winning awards such as the MIT 100K Accelerate, the Dyson Award for Innovation, and the CASIS prize, which supports testing its materials in space. Additionally, BeTH is part of Bolt, a hardware startup accelerator located in Boston.

Jaze turns every car into a smart car with a free, easy-to-install device for your vehicle and a Bluetooth-enabled mobile app, which together provides instant crash responding and real-time automotive diagnostics for all cars built in North America and Europe since 1996. They hope to reduce vehicular crash response time by 50% and help eliminate friction between driver and mechanic in the $500B automotive service, repair and after market auto parts industry. Jaze is a free mobile app that makes your car smarter, safer and more affordable to drive.

3dim is a company focused on revolutionizing interaction with smart devices through its innovative 3D gesture sensor technology. This patented, award-winning solution is based on advanced optical signal processing techniques developed at MIT. It enables accurate 3D gesture recognition for mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets, and wearables, while dramatically reducing power consumption and computational demands. Unlike traditional systems, 3dim's cameraless approach operates effectively under various lighting conditions, allowing for reliable gesture control without the need for additional hardware components. By facilitating intuitive 3D interactions, 3dim positions gesture as the future of user interface technology, moving beyond conventional touch methods.

OnHand they have identified a disconnect in their increasingly technological world. Their online reputations are becoming more visible and in some cases more influential than their physical presence. Now all of their important information is tied to the digital world and they must all carry around their digital library with us wherever they go. But currently the products they use don’t match their needs. They need something that is easy to keep track of and ready to do go when they need it.

LittleBonsai is a product studio that is dedicated to creating fun and useful household products in a responsible way. They’ve developed ReBrush™, an exciting new toothbrush that features replaceable heads and high-quality handles made from aluminum and sustainably grown hardwood.

They develop sensor technology to save the lives of first responders by allowing them to safely view hazardous environments remotely and at low cost.

Go GaGa creates ergonomically safe and stylish diaper bags featuring their patent pending strap.

File2Part is connecting digital and physical worlds using innovative approach to 3D printing. File2Part is implementing a new approach to Rapid prototyping and Rapid Manufacturing equipment and processes. No other 3D printer except Their can produce both functional and full color parts. Their printers are safe to use in any environment including schools. Their software package is the best in the industry. It allows the use of the all existing CAD formats and will work with Google SketchUp. Their low cost products will dominate the fast growing multibillion dollars RP market.

Solid Access Technologies, based in Newburyport, Massachusetts, specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-fast solid-state disks designed to enhance business-critical applications. Established in 2002, the company focuses on USSD (Ultra Solid State Disk) products that leverage industry standards and widely available components. Solid Access's solutions have consistently outperformed other storage technologies in benchmarks, supporting their claim of offering the fastest storage solutions globally through standard interfaces like Fibre Channel and Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS). The company operates from its headquarters in the Boston area and conducts research and development, as well as sales efforts, in Prague, Czech Republic. By pursuing global opportunities through direct sales and partnerships across North America, Europe, and Asia, Solid Access aims to provide clients with improved IOPS and bandwidth performance, ultimately reducing operating costs and the risk of SSD failure.

Symmetric Computing is affordable supercomputing. Their large shared-memory Departmental Supercomputers are ideal for bioinformatics & life sciences, engineering models & simulation, financial analysis and earth science applications. Imagine a 1.5-TB shared memory, 192-core SMP supercomputer with 1.8 TFLOPS (peak theoretical) of power dedicated to your department’s projects for under $100K. They create large shared-memory, multi-core high performance computers by marrying state-of-the-art, off-the-shelf server hardware with their patent-pending Distributed Symmetric Multi-Processing extension to the Linux kernel. Other supercomputer vendors rely either on expensive proprietary hardware or depend on slower, much less efficient hypervisor implementations. Their implementation of Symmetric Multi-Processing is at the Operating System-level which is inherently faster than hypervisor implementations. Symmetric Computing encourages all potential end-users and partners to remotely test their Departmental SuperComputers with their Free Trial Program. Trial participants from anywhere there is Internet can login and test their supercomputers here in Boston. They give free trial participants a userid and password that they can use to test any application(s) and data set(s) of their choosing. All they ask in return is for them to tell us the performance results they actually experience (for their constant improvement efforts), which they treat confidentially unless they state otherwise.