The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in science and engineering across a wide range of disciplines. The NSF provides significant non-dilutive funding, up to $1.5 million, to startups and small businesses through its America's Seed Fund initiative, which is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program mandated by Congress. With an operating budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF is committed to advancing fundamental research and education, thus fostering innovation and technological development in the United States.
PediaMetrix Inc. is a company focused on developing innovative digital solutions for pediatric head measurement and monitoring. Founded in 2018 by alumni from Johns Hopkins, NIH, and Oxford, the company is based in Rockville, Maryland. Its primary product, SoftSpot, is a mobile application that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to provide accurate measurements of infants' head shapes. This app allows parents to receive personalized repositioning instructions and enables pediatricians to access easy-to-understand data analysis, facilitating timely and effective care. By focusing on early detection and management of head shape abnormalities, PediaMetrix aims to enhance healthcare outcomes and reduce costs associated with pediatric care.
myAnIML
Grant in 2024
myAnIML specializes in AI-driven solutions for predicting and tracking diseases in cattle. The company's innovative technology employs artificial intelligence to analyze unique facial features and muzzles of cattle through imaging, facilitating early detection and monitoring of diseases. By enhancing disease management in the cattle farming industry, myAnIML aims to reduce treatment costs and mitigate the spread of diseases, ultimately saving lives and increasing revenue for farmers.
FlashPcb
Grant in 2024
FlashPCB is a US-based company that specializes in rapid PCB prototyping and assembly services. Utilizing advanced AI technology, FlashPCB streamlines the manufacturing process by automatically identifying components on the printed circuit board and generating a bill of materials for customer approval. This innovative approach significantly reduces traditional setup times and costs, empowering customers to create and experiment with their PCB designs. FlashPCB aims to provide a seamless experience, allowing for instant checkout of assembled PCBs and ensuring delivery within three days.
IntelliSafe Analytics
Grant in 2023
IntelliSafe Analytics is the first company in the world to use wearable technology to obtain physiological and behavioral data from workers utilizing the human bodies built-in abilities to sense and respond to hazards. This data provides the engine for Artificial Intelligence models to identify hazards in the workplace and provide inputs that are used to predict and prevent accidents. The product is game-changing and will revolutionize the way workplace safety is conducted by addressing the human-factor related causes. IntelliSafe Analytics focuses on the worker, not the worker’s environment.
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Grant in 2023
Serious research-based academics in Technology and the Engineering, Biological and Computer Sciences on a remodeled, state-of-the-art campus is what you will find at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark, New Jersey. Applied Physics, Biocomplexity, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Engineering and Medical Informatics Technology are some of the more than 70 undergraduate degrees offered at NJIT. There are also more than 15 graduate programs. Not only do nearly 100% of faculty hold doctorates, but they also work on pioneering research with students and with local businesses and organizations as well. Research areas include such fields as Biological Sciences, Biomedical Studies, Nanotechnologies and Wireless Communications. Opportunities for work abound for NJIT grads in great part because of the quality of student training and the reputation of the school. Also important are the internships, which the school arranges for students while they’re still studying. Classrooms and research centers aren’t the only place on the NJIT campus that employ the most current technologies. The renovated campus recreation areas, computer labs, and restaurants add to the contemporary look and feel of the NJIT experience. Since Newark is the largest city in New Jersey there are also many employment opportunities available in the area. With its restaurants and cultural activities, Newark also provides much in the way of recreation and culture. New York City is also only 20 minutes away, so there is even more to be found in the off-campus experience. Admission to NJIT is competitive and undergraduates who are accepted usually have high grades and test scores. Many eligible undergraduates receive some form of financial aid.
Shamrck
Grant in 2023
Shamrck is a talent marketplace that connects businesses with entry-level professionals for short-term projects in the United States. The company focuses on facilitating project-based internships, primarily aimed at high school students, to provide them with real-world experience in various career fields. Shamrck's platform leverages artificial intelligence to enhance workforce development by streamlining the engagement process between students and businesses. By collecting data and integrating training across different industries, Shamrck helps students identify suitable career paths while allowing educational institutions to make informed adjustments to their programs. This approach not only increases talent pipelines for businesses but also prepares students for future employment opportunities.
Samay
Grant in 2023
Samay is a developer of an AI-enabled wearable device focused on remote respiratory health management, specifically targeting chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company's innovative chest patches utilize patented technology to diagnose COPD with 90% accuracy and identify exacerbation biomarkers at 83% accuracy, all while allowing patients to remain at home. The device continuously monitors various respiratory metrics, including pulmonary volumes, trapped air, respiratory and heart rates, breathing sounds, and temperature for up to two weeks. This real-time data collection empowers users to analyze their respiratory health and receive actionable insights to enhance their day-to-day well-being. Additionally, Samay is creating an AI-assisted management and diagnostic platform that supports both patients and doctors throughout the care continuum, from detecting exacerbations to determining effective therapies for more personalized treatment.
Quantivly
Grant in 2023
Quantivly, Inc. is a technology company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for radiology. Founded in 2019, it focuses on developing software that manages and analyzes MRI imaging workflows. The company's platform enables radiology providers to access a vendor-neutral, granular source of operational data by analyzing and harmonizing scanner information. This capability supports radiology departments and imaging centers in making data-driven decisions, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing patient-centered healthcare. By offering tools for data liquidity and analysis, Quantivly aims to increase access to medical imaging and drive advancements in research and patient care within the radiology sector.
FlashPcb
Grant in 2023
FlashPCB is a US-based company that specializes in rapid PCB prototyping and assembly services. Utilizing advanced AI technology, FlashPCB streamlines the manufacturing process by automatically identifying components on the printed circuit board and generating a bill of materials for customer approval. This innovative approach significantly reduces traditional setup times and costs, empowering customers to create and experiment with their PCB designs. FlashPCB aims to provide a seamless experience, allowing for instant checkout of assembled PCBs and ensuring delivery within three days.
Fireline Science
Grant in 2023
Fireline Science, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, specializes in developing educational technology products that promote innovation. The company utilizes artificial intelligence and data science to enhance the creation of digital products and services. Its offerings aim to provide immediate support for digital learning, particularly in rural areas where high-speed internet access may be limited or for students facing various barriers to connectivity. Through its innovative approach, Fireline Science seeks to address the challenges of digital education and improve learning experiences for underserved communities.
EYSZ
Grant in 2023
EYSZ is a digital health software company based in Piedmont, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in detection algorithms that utilize oculometric and facial biometric data to reliably detect seizures and assist in the diagnosis and management of brain disorders, including epilepsy, ADHD, and depression. By employing machine learning techniques, EYSZ's software not only detects seizures but also predicts their occurrence. The platform is designed to interface and integrate with various eye-tracking systems, such as smart glasses, and therapeutic devices like neuromodulation tools, thereby enhancing the ability of clinicians to monitor and manage the neurological health of their patients effectively.
NeuroGeneces
Grant in 2023
NeuroGeneces utilizes advanced neuroscience, sleep expertise, and artificial intelligence to deliver brain health assessments aimed at enhancing cognitive longevity. The company has received funding from various reputable sources, including government agencies and private investors. Its flagship product is a sleep headband equipped with machine learning algorithms that analyze EEG data, comparing it against a proprietary normative database to determine an individual's biological brain age. This innovative approach allows healthcare practitioners to objectively evaluate brain function and develop targeted intervention strategies. Additionally, the device monitors sleep patterns, including quantity, quality, and heart rate variability, providing essential support for clinicians focused on wellness and preventative care. By identifying neurodegeneration early, NeuroGeneces aims to empower users to optimize their mental and physical performance.
Cybereum
Grant in 2023
Cybereum is a technology company specializing in project governance software for complex capital projects. Utilizing fifth-generation blockchain technology, the company's platform creates self-regulating project networks, enabling real-time collaboration, automated contract execution, and proactive risk management. By integrating AI and predictive analytics, Cybereum helps stakeholders optimize planning, reduce cost overruns, and maximize project success.
Malcova
Grant in 2023
Malcova is an early-stage medical device startup focused on developing advanced imaging solutions for the detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, particularly in women with dense breast tissue. The company employs its proprietary Narrow-Beam Computed Tomography technology, which enhances the effectiveness of medical imaging compared to traditional methods like mammography and tomosynthesis. Additionally, Malcova integrates artificial intelligence in its software to improve the functionality of its devices. The aim is to provide clinicians with tools that facilitate accurate diagnosis while ensuring that the imaging process is safe, comfortable, and accessible for patients. Through these innovations, Malcova seeks to enhance the overall experience and outcomes for breast cancer detection and treatment.
Understory
Grant in 2023
Understory is a geospatial SaaS platform that employs AI and remote sensing to revolutionize environmental management and biodiversity tracking. Our platform offers highly actionable data, providing up to 500x higher resolution compared to conventional methods. This enhanced resolution enables more accurate assessments and reduces project costs by 2-100x and time expenditures by 10-100x. Our mission is to improve biodiversity outcomes and support nature-based solutions that minimize the impacts of climate change such as warming, fires, and floods.
Transparent Path
Grant in 2023
Transparent Path is a logistics technology company focused on enhancing supply chain visibility for perishable goods, addressing issues of waste, cost, and risk. Founded in 2018 and restructured as a social purpose corporation in 2020, the company combines advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and machine vision to modernize outdated supply chain practices. Their flagship product, the Transparent Path Visibility Platform, utilizes cellular sensors affixed to pallets, providing real-time data on location and environmental conditions to prevent spoilage and ensure product safety. Additional offerings include FreshScore, a predictive freshness algorithm that helps optimize product routing, and ProofScore, an algorithm that evaluates transparency in supply chains. These innovations not only help reduce operational losses but also promote environmental sustainability by minimizing waste. Transparent Path serves a diverse clientele, including sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals, and construction chemicals, and has established partnerships with notable organizations like Intel and ReFED. The company is actively working towards scaling its operations and expanding its offerings.
Metfora
Grant in 2023
Metfora is focused on developing a blood test designed to identify chronic lung and heart disorders, as well as cancers, in their early stages. The company employs artificial intelligence to analyze patterns in circulating metabolites within a patient's blood, enabling the detection of diseases that may not present significant symptoms initially. This innovative approach aims to assist both doctors and patients by providing timely insights for diagnosing serious health conditions, ultimately enhancing early intervention and treatment options.
Gen Auto AI
Pre Seed Round in 2023
At General Autonomy Inc. (Gen Auto AI), we are dedicated to pioneering safe, explainable AI technologies to foster trustworthy general autonomy, aimed at enhancing urban living through the use of robots. Our commitment to safety is the cornerstone of our approach, ensuring that every solution we develop meets the highest standards of reliability and security. Our innovative autonomy solutions are designed to seamlessly integrate into urban environments, offering advanced capabilities for autonomous robotic vehicles, connected and autonomous vehicles, and industrial mobile robots. Understanding the critical importance of trust in the adoption of autonomous technologies, we leverage explainable AI to ensure our systems are not only effective but also transparent and understandable. This approach empowers us to build confidence in our technologies, paving the way for a future where urban life is significantly improved through intelligent, autonomous assistance. With a focus on enhancing safety and operational efficiency, our solutions are tailored to meet the diverse needs of urban settings. Whether it’s improving transportation with connected and autonomous vehicles, optimizing logistics with industrial mobile robots, or introducing autonomous robotic vehicles to assist with urban tasks, Gen Auto AI is at the forefront of transforming urban landscapes. We are excited about the future and are diligently working to bring our services to you soon. Stay tuned for groundbreaking advancements in general autonomy from Gen Auto Ai, where safety leads and innovation transforms urban living.
Gen Auto AI
Pre Seed Round in 2023
At General Autonomy Inc. (Gen Auto AI), we are dedicated to pioneering safe, explainable AI technologies to foster trustworthy general autonomy, aimed at enhancing urban living through the use of robots. Our commitment to safety is the cornerstone of our approach, ensuring that every solution we develop meets the highest standards of reliability and security. Our innovative autonomy solutions are designed to seamlessly integrate into urban environments, offering advanced capabilities for autonomous robotic vehicles, connected and autonomous vehicles, and industrial mobile robots. Understanding the critical importance of trust in the adoption of autonomous technologies, we leverage explainable AI to ensure our systems are not only effective but also transparent and understandable. This approach empowers us to build confidence in our technologies, paving the way for a future where urban life is significantly improved through intelligent, autonomous assistance. With a focus on enhancing safety and operational efficiency, our solutions are tailored to meet the diverse needs of urban settings. Whether it’s improving transportation with connected and autonomous vehicles, optimizing logistics with industrial mobile robots, or introducing autonomous robotic vehicles to assist with urban tasks, Gen Auto AI is at the forefront of transforming urban landscapes. We are excited about the future and are diligently working to bring our services to you soon. Stay tuned for groundbreaking advancements in general autonomy from Gen Auto Ai, where safety leads and innovation transforms urban living.
FlashPcb
Grant in 2022
FlashPCB is a US-based company that specializes in rapid PCB prototyping and assembly services. Utilizing advanced AI technology, FlashPCB streamlines the manufacturing process by automatically identifying components on the printed circuit board and generating a bill of materials for customer approval. This innovative approach significantly reduces traditional setup times and costs, empowering customers to create and experiment with their PCB designs. FlashPCB aims to provide a seamless experience, allowing for instant checkout of assembled PCBs and ensuring delivery within three days.
MCity
Grant in 2022
Mcity is an autonomous vehicle research center located on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It serves as a unique urban test facility that facilitates collaboration among industry, government, and academia to enhance transportation safety, sustainability, and accessibility. Mcity combines early-stage research with real-world testing and on-road vehicle deployments to validate and advance new technologies in the mobility sector. The center is staffed by renowned researchers and aims to contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation systems for the benefit of society.
Artimus Robotics
Grant in 2022
Artimus Robotics focuses on advancing robotics and automation through innovative motion technology that mimics life-like movement. The company has developed a system that utilizes electrostatic forces to manipulate hydraulic fluid, resulting in soft and flexible structures capable of various actuation modes simultaneously. This technology aims to enhance productivity and improve quality of life by providing clients with actuators that are controllable, silent, and efficient. Through its efforts, Artimus Robotics is contributing to the evolution of a new generation of robots and machines.
ANAFLASH
Grant in 2022
ANAFLASH Inc., established in 2017 and headquartered in San Jose, California, specializes in developing energy-efficient AI solutions for edge devices. The company's core product is a test chip demonstrating analog neurocomputing within logic-compatible embedded flash memory, enabling cost-effective processing in devices not connected to the cloud. ANAFLASH's solutions are designed to operate in standard CMOS processes, making them accessible and power-efficient for a wide range of applications. The company is backed by funding from the NSF, DoD, and NASA.
AngioInsight
Grant in 2022
AngioInsight is a fully automated computer-based platform to assist with coronary angiogram video interpretation.
Scopi Medical
Grant in 2022
Scopi Medical is a healthcare technology company specializing in next-generation medical optical imaging. It provides a hardware platform and advanced AI/ML software to enable accurate, early detection and interpretation of conditions, directly at primary care clinics. The company's innovative technology allows practitioners, with the aid of remote specialists, to visualize and treat areas of concern, such as chronic nasal conditions like rhinosinusitis, safely and efficiently.
BrilliantMD
Grant in 2022
BrilliantMD specializes in claims management services tailored for the healthcare sector, focusing on enhancing transparency in healthcare data and the claims process. The company has developed a software solution that addresses issues related to claims denials by leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain. This innovative approach aims to provide users with valuable insights and data-driven decision-making capabilities, ultimately helping healthcare organizations improve revenue and streamline their operations.
NeuroGeneces
Grant in 2022
NeuroGeneces utilizes advanced neuroscience, sleep expertise, and artificial intelligence to deliver brain health assessments aimed at enhancing cognitive longevity. The company has received funding from various reputable sources, including government agencies and private investors. Its flagship product is a sleep headband equipped with machine learning algorithms that analyze EEG data, comparing it against a proprietary normative database to determine an individual's biological brain age. This innovative approach allows healthcare practitioners to objectively evaluate brain function and develop targeted intervention strategies. Additionally, the device monitors sleep patterns, including quantity, quality, and heart rate variability, providing essential support for clinicians focused on wellness and preventative care. By identifying neurodegeneration early, NeuroGeneces aims to empower users to optimize their mental and physical performance.
Evolution Devices
Grant in 2022
Evolution Devices, Inc. is a neuro rehabilitation technology company based in Berkeley, California, focused on enhancing mobility for individuals with neurological impairments. The company’s flagship product, EvoWalk, is a bio-electronic wearable device that utilizes functional electrical stimulation and artificial intelligence to track walking patterns and personalize rehabilitation therapy. EvoWalk is designed for patients recovering from conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, ALS, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, and incomplete spinal cord injury. The device employs sensors that deliver electrical stimulation to leg muscles and the peroneal nerve, aiding in foot elevation during walking. This technology aims to eliminate foot drop, reduce fatigue, and minimize the risk of tripping accidents. Evolution Devices, formerly known as Foot++, Inc., was established in 2017 and rebranded in September 2019.
Singularity Energy
Grant in 2022
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company focused on developing real-time carbon tracking and decision-making solutions aimed at helping corporate customers optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 by Wenbo Shi, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to integrate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the grid into its platform. This technology enables businesses, including climate regulators and sustainability directors, to visualize and co-optimize their energy resources while balancing cost and emissions. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Singularity Energy provides essential data infrastructure that supports grid decarbonization efforts, allowing organizations to meet their sustainability targets with confidence and transparency.
Samay
Grant in 2022
Samay is a developer of an AI-enabled wearable device focused on remote respiratory health management, specifically targeting chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company's innovative chest patches utilize patented technology to diagnose COPD with 90% accuracy and identify exacerbation biomarkers at 83% accuracy, all while allowing patients to remain at home. The device continuously monitors various respiratory metrics, including pulmonary volumes, trapped air, respiratory and heart rates, breathing sounds, and temperature for up to two weeks. This real-time data collection empowers users to analyze their respiratory health and receive actionable insights to enhance their day-to-day well-being. Additionally, Samay is creating an AI-assisted management and diagnostic platform that supports both patients and doctors throughout the care continuum, from detecting exacerbations to determining effective therapies for more personalized treatment.
JelikaLite
Grant in 2022
JelikaLite specializes in developing medical equipment for children with autism spectrum disorders, focusing on non-invasive methods to enhance brain health. Their primary product is a wearable device that integrates infrared light, EEG sensors, and an artificial intelligence personalization platform. This therapeutic device aims to reduce the symptoms of autism by promoting improvements in speech, decreasing anxiety, and enhancing responsiveness in pediatric patients. By utilizing innovative therapies, JelikaLite seeks to provide lasting benefits for children dealing with autism, emphasizing a commitment to advancing pediatric neurological health.
iTherapy
Grant in 2022
iTherapy specializes in developing innovative technology aimed at enhancing communication skills for students with autism and other special needs. Founded by Matthew Guggemos and Lois Jean Brady, the company utilizes a multi-sensory approach that combines science, technology, and play to create educational tools. These tools incorporate AI-powered language-learning features and video self-modeling, facilitating improved teaching methods and learning experiences for individuals with learning disabilities. By focusing on the unique requirements of this population, iTherapy aims to significantly enhance their quality of life.
Qualia Oto
Grant in 2022
Qualia Oto is a biomedical device company established in 2017 in Dallas, Texas, specializing in advanced cochlear implant technology aimed at improving the lives of individuals with hearing impairments. The company focuses on developing innovative devices that incorporate shape-changing polymers and matrix-addressed electrode arrays, which facilitate higher channel counts in cochlear implants and auditory brainstem implants. This technology allows for more precise stimulation of the auditory nerve, potentially leading to enhanced hearing capabilities. Qualia Oto's commitment to integrating machine learning into its stimulation techniques further aims to refine auditory experiences for users, addressing both medical and personal hearing needs.
Uniphage
Grant in 2022
Uniphage is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing innovative solutions to combat bacterial infections, with a focus on agriculture. It combines the power of bacteriophages, naturally occurring viruses that infect bacteria, with artificial intelligence to create precise and safe antimicrobial products. Uniphage's primary goal is to reduce the use of harmful fungicides, bactericides, and antibiotics in plant agriculture by providing more efficient and eco-friendly alternatives. By using AI algorithms to predict the effectiveness of bacteriophages against specific bacterial infections, Uniphage aims to accelerate the development of new pesticides, thereby minimizing risks to human health and the environment.
ViQi
Grant in 2022
ViQi offers software-as-a-service solutions for scientific image analysis, catering to various sectors including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. The platform enables users to customize services for data storage and analysis through a straightforward subscription model. ViQi specializes in custom image processing and informatics, providing tools such as bio-image semantic queries, module development, and assistance with intranet deployment. This allows clients to efficiently view, investigate, share, and store complex data and images, facilitating swift results and discoveries in their respective fields.
Birch Biosciences
Grant in 2022
Birch Biosciences focuses on developing a proprietary platform that engineers enzymes for an innovative and sustainable plastic recycling process. By utilizing artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and high-throughput screening techniques, the company creates enzymes that naturally and efficiently break down plastics. This method stands out from traditional recycling by producing virgin-quality, environmentally sustainable, and cost-competitive recycled materials, thereby contributing to a circular plastics economy. Birch Biosciences aims to provide businesses with an effective solution for addressing plastic waste while ensuring economic viability.
Canomiks
Grant in 2022
Canomiks operates a genomics and artificial intelligence-based technology platform that focuses on testing and certifying the biological efficacy and safety of ingredients and formulations. Its services cater to the functional food and beverage, dietary supplement, and skincare industries, allowing companies to develop safe and effective products efficiently. By leveraging omics science, data analytics, machine learning, and bioinformatics, Canomiks streamlines the validation process for product efficacy, ultimately enabling clients to enhance product quality while reducing development time and costs. The company's long-term vision is to actualize the concept of food as medicine.
OT App Design
Grant in 2022
OT App Design specializes in developing machine learning-based assessment tools aimed at evaluating handwriting proficiency and cognitive skills in students, particularly those in grade six. The company's innovative screening tool utilizes advanced algorithms to identify potential motor and cognitive delays, providing educators and parents with valuable insights into individual student needs. By focusing on the early detection of deficits, OT App Design enhances the educational experience, enabling targeted interventions that support the development of essential skills. This research and development initiative is dedicated to improving the assessment practices within educational settings, ultimately fostering better outcomes for students.
Strados Labs
Grant in 2022
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that focuses on innovating respiratory health management through advanced biosensors and artificial intelligence. Founded in 2016, Strados Labs develops a wearable device that provides real-time insights into respiratory metrics such as breathing speed, sounds, and patterns. This device is equipped with a continuous breathing sensor that enables remote monitoring of patients with respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting the device to a mobile application, patients and healthcare providers can access critical respiratory data, facilitating informed decision-making and improved management of respiratory health.
Ai-Ris
Grant in 2022
Ai-Ris offers automated retinal examinations for primary care. Their retinal imaging system allows general practitioners to screen for diabetic retinopathy without the presence of a specialist. This system consists of a portable headset that uses machine learning algorithms to classify images of the retina of patients without dilating their pupils.
HairDays
Grant in 2022
HairDays is an AI-powered health data company that has developed a unique hair intelligence platform focused on simplifying hair classification and care. The platform provides tailored recommendations for maintaining healthy hair, allowing consumers to discover and purchase hair care products suited to their individual needs. By curating relevant content, HairDays enables users to monitor their hair conditions and track their growth progress effectively. This innovative approach eliminates the guesswork often associated with hair care, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their hair health.
Pangea Chat
Grant in 2022
Pangea Chat is a developer of a language learning platform that utilizes game design principles and advances in natural language processing to deliver personalized training within conversational contexts. The platform employs an AI-driven system that monitors users' vocabulary growth and tracks their progress across various content areas. By allowing users to engage in conversations while learning, Pangea Chat aims to enhance the language acquisition experience, making it more interactive and effective.
OffWorld
Grant in 2022
OffWorld is focused on developing advanced modular robots designed for use in the mining, infrastructure, and space sectors. The company utilizes a proprietary artificial intelligence-powered platform that facilitates multi-robot swarm behaviors and collective intelligence, allowing for enhanced operation in extreme and unstructured environments. This innovative approach aims to address critical operational challenges, enabling clients to significantly boost productivity and cost efficiency while improving employee health and safety and reducing their carbon footprint. OffWorld's technology is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of mission-critical applications across various industries.
Phlux Technologies
Grant in 2022
Phlux Technologies, Inc. is a developer of advanced 3D sensor technology aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in robotics and automation. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company focuses on creating programmable 3D sensors that enable robots to navigate safely and collaboratively in industrial environments. By replacing traditional physical barriers with digital safety zones, Phlux's innovative products utilize proprietary optical sensing technology, artificial intelligence, and computer vision. These sensors help protect workers from hazardous machinery and alert vehicles to obstacles, ultimately freeing up floor space, reducing setup times, and improving overall productivity. Phlux Technologies is dedicated to enabling the development of smarter robots and self-driving vehicles, contributing to safer industrial operations.
futuresTHRIVE
Grant in 2022
FuturesTHRIVE specializes in an AI-driven platform aimed at enhancing pediatric mental health care. The company's technology leverages artificial intelligence, sentiment analysis, and machine learning to establish a mental health baseline, enabling healthcare providers and families to gain insights into a child's mental health characteristics. This innovative approach facilitates the early identification of mental health conditions and risk factors among children, thereby supporting timely interventions. By focusing on the unique mental health needs of youth, FuturesTHRIVE addresses the growing concerns surrounding children's mental well-being and promotes proactive monitoring and support.
Juggernaut Life Sciences
Grant in 2022
Juggernaut Life Sciences specializes in developing innovative medical technologies. They focus on four key areas: medicine, image guidance, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Their primary business is designing and developing medical devices and platforms that can perform routine procedures with minimal human intervention, aiming to enhance safety and reduce costs for their clients.
Taurus Diagnostics
Grant in 2022
Taurus Diagnostics is a health-tech company focused on enhancing the diagnostic process for men suspected of having prostate cancer. The company employs data-centric artificial intelligence solutions to improve the accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which helps prevent unnecessary biopsies. Its AI algorithm has been trained on a vast dataset of patient examples to reliably detect lesions indicative of prostate cancer. This technology allows physicians to identify patients who require biopsies more effectively and provides precise locations of the detected lesions, thereby supporting better clinical decision-making.
PediaMetrix
Grant in 2022
PediaMetrix Inc. is a company focused on developing innovative digital solutions for pediatric head measurement and monitoring. Founded in 2018 by alumni from Johns Hopkins, NIH, and Oxford, the company is based in Rockville, Maryland. Its primary product, SoftSpot, is a mobile application that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to provide accurate measurements of infants' head shapes. This app allows parents to receive personalized repositioning instructions and enables pediatricians to access easy-to-understand data analysis, facilitating timely and effective care. By focusing on early detection and management of head shape abnormalities, PediaMetrix aims to enhance healthcare outcomes and reduce costs associated with pediatric care.
Alienbyte
Grant in 2022
Alienbyte specializes in providing medical images and corresponding labels essential for the advanced analysis of human and animal anatomy, as well as for training artificial intelligence algorithms. The company has developed a web application that features a user-friendly interface and tools for annotating three-dimensional tomographic images. By incorporating artificial intelligence and algorithmic techniques, Alienbyte enhances the efficiency of the labeling process, thereby increasing the utility of medical images for researchers, healthcare professionals, and patients. This focus on innovative labeling solutions positions Alienbyte as a valuable resource in the medical imaging field.
Anomalee
Grant in 2022
Anomalee is a technology company that specializes in safety and security applications through the use of advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence. The company has developed a platform that employs deep learning techniques, certified against Trojans, and utilizes cluster-based anomaly detection to address critical real-world challenges. Anomalee's technology is designed to safeguard artificial intelligence systems and networks across various industries, ensuring the security of data and systems for its clients. By focusing on innovative solutions, Anomalee aims to enhance the protection of vital digital infrastructure.
Optimizing Mind
Grant in 2022
Optimizing Mind is a third-wave artificial intelligence company that focuses on integrating neuroscience with computer science. It develops software solutions that facilitate the creation, development, and debugging of machine learning challenges. By offering a fast and transparent approach, Optimizing Mind enables clients to design personalized networks that mimic human-like understanding and thinking patterns. The company's emphasis on explainable and continual learning distinguishes its offerings, allowing users to optimize their AI applications effectively.
Ambi Robotics
Grant in 2022
Ambi Robotics is an artificial intelligence and robotics company founded in 2018 and based in Berkeley, California. The company focuses on developing advanced AI-powered robotic systems aimed at enhancing e-commerce operations and simplifying supply chain processes. Ambi Robotics offers a range of innovative solutions, including a robotic put wall, a configurable modular kitting line, and a sophisticated robot operating system that utilizes simulation-to-reality technology. These systems are designed to improve operational accuracy and efficiency while helping clients reduce costs, ultimately allowing human workers to focus on more complex tasks.
Rowbot Systems
Grant in 2022
Rowbot Systems LLC, founded in 2012 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, develops robotic technology designed to assist farmers with in-season nitrogen management. The company's innovative machine enhances nitrogen use efficiency, enabling farmers to retain nitrogen on their fields. This approach not only helps to increase crop yields but also aims to reduce costs for agricultural producers. By integrating advanced technology into production agriculture, Rowbot Systems seeks to improve farming practices and promote sustainable agricultural methods.
Innovision
Grant in 2022
Innovision specializes in human modeling and simulation technologies designed for human-centered products and services. The company offers a technology platform that includes tools for impact biomechanical modeling, dynamic avatars with fully articulated anatomy, and human activity replication. These tools enable scientists and engineers across various industries to conduct research and develop applications in the field of digital human modeling, enhancing their ability to create and serve products that prioritize human factors.
Psyonic
Grant in 2022
Psyonic, Inc. specializes in developing advanced bionic limbs aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals with amputations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, the company focuses on creating accessible, affordable solutions for its users. Its flagship product, an advanced bionic hand, is notable for its speed, ease of control, and ability to provide sensory feedback. The hand utilizes muscle pattern recognition and machine learning algorithms, allowing for customization based on the user's specific needs and preferences. Designed to withstand impacts, the bionic hand is intended to enable users to perform daily tasks with greater ease. Psyonic's goal is to ensure that the costs associated with its products are fully covered by insurance, minimizing out-of-pocket expenses for consumers.
Orion Labs
Grant in 2021
Orion Labs uses an intelligent microgrid concept that uses machine learning, a modular system of lithium-ion battery-powered pods, and advanced machine learning techniques to help mobile robots become smarter, enabling users to get an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving.
CereVu Medical
Grant in 2021
CereVu Medical focuses on enhancing patient care through an advanced pain management system. Their innovative solution features a small, wearable, single-use patch that adheres to a patient’s forehead, linking to a reusable monitoring console. This system employs proprietary algorithms and signal processing techniques to analyze personalized cerebral hemodynamic information. By doing so, it allows physicians to continuously assess a patient's pain levels and monitor the effectiveness of prescribed treatments, ensuring that care is tailored to individual patient needs.
Mindprint Learning
Grant in 2021
Mindprint Learning, LLC is an online platform focused on assessing students' cognitive strengths and weaknesses to enhance their learning experiences. Founded in 2013 and based in Princeton, New Jersey, the company offers a self-administered screener that identifies individual learning needs and challenges. Its platform provides detailed learner profiles and customized learning plans, which are designed to support educators, tutors, and parents in addressing students' academic struggles. By utilizing a proprietary algorithm, Mindprint Learning flags specific areas of difficulty and recommends tailored educational tools, including apps and workbooks, to foster cognitive development. This comprehensive approach aims to empower students by enabling them to build on their strengths and effectively navigate their educational journeys.
BiRed Imaging
Grant in 2021
Bired Imaging specializes in infrared imaging technology aimed at enhancing breast cancer detection and localization, particularly in patients with dense breast tissue. Their medical imaging platform employs thermography and a proprietary computerized detection algorithm, which allows for the accurate identification of tumor size and location. This innovative approach enables healthcare professionals to detect high-risk patients at earlier stages, improving screening efficacy while also being cost-effective. Bired Imaging's solutions serve as an important adjunctive technology in breast cancer screening, contributing to more precise diagnostic processes.
Atom
Grant in 2021
Atom Limbs is focused on advancing the field of prosthetics with its innovative mind-controlled artificial arms, specifically designed for under-elbow amputees and individuals with quadriplegia. The company’s flagship product, the Atom Touch, allows users to regain mobility by interpreting brain signals through implanted electrodes, facilitating natural and intuitive movement of the prosthetic limb. This technology is rooted in research and development conducted at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and has received substantial funding from DARPA. Atom Limbs aims to enhance the quality of life for those with mobility challenges by providing advanced, customizable solutions for artificial limbs.
EYSZ
Grant in 2021
EYSZ is a digital health software company based in Piedmont, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in detection algorithms that utilize oculometric and facial biometric data to reliably detect seizures and assist in the diagnosis and management of brain disorders, including epilepsy, ADHD, and depression. By employing machine learning techniques, EYSZ's software not only detects seizures but also predicts their occurrence. The platform is designed to interface and integrate with various eye-tracking systems, such as smart glasses, and therapeutic devices like neuromodulation tools, thereby enhancing the ability of clinicians to monitor and manage the neurological health of their patients effectively.
TQIntelligence
Grant in 2021
TQIntelligence, Inc. operates a platform that measures emotional distress severity through voice-based artificial intelligence technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company integrates various data sources to provide cognitive insights into risk stratification, treatment outcomes, and personalized behavioral health interventions. Its key products include TQ-Intelligence, which utilizes voice and speech analytics alongside psychometrically sound instruments, and TQ Analytics, which leverages existing electronic medical record data to deliver actionable insights. TQIntelligence's machine learning analytics and real-time prediction capabilities support therapists in diagnosing mental health issues, particularly for children and adolescents, including those from BIPOC and LGBTQ communities. By focusing on voice biomarkers, the company aims to enhance treatment planning and reduce care costs while improving outcomes in the behavioral healthcare sector.
Akttyva Therapeutics
Grant in 2021
Akttyva Therapeutics specializes in the development of targeted therapeutics aimed at addressing cell barrier dysfunction associated with various vascular disorders. The company leverages a deep understanding of biological pathways, along with advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, to design solutions that enhance the treatment of these conditions. Through its innovative approach, Akttyva Therapeutics seeks to provide healthcare professionals with effective tools to manage and treat disorders related to cell barriers.
Anello Photonics
Grant in 2021
Anello Photonics, based in Silicon Valley, specializes in developing advanced sensors that deliver optical gyroscope performance at an affordable price. Founded by experts in silicon photonics and inertial navigation, the company has created a patented technology known as the Anello SiPhOG gyroscope. This innovative sensor leverages an integrated photonic system-on-chip that utilizes a proprietary waveguide process, which simulates the characteristics of optical fiber within a compact chip. Anello's technology aims to redefine navigation systems with next-generation capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in the mass-market sensor industry. The company has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms to propel its growth and technological advancements.
Forward Edge AI
Grant in 2021
Forward Edge AI develops artificial intelligence for public safety and national security. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
FarmSense
Grant in 2021
FarmSense is an innovative agricultural technology company that has developed a smart trapping system for monitoring insect populations in the field. Utilizing advanced optical sensor technology and a patented algorithm, FarmSense captures and categorizes signals from flying insects, transmitting this data alongside environmental conditions. This enables early detection of pest infestations, allowing farmers to reduce pesticide usage and enhance crop yields. The platform also employs real-time classification and intelligent analytics to automate the process of insect monitoring, facilitating judicious pesticide management, reducing costs, and minimizing crop loss. By leveraging modern computational capabilities, FarmSense aims to mitigate the detrimental effects of harmful insects while promoting the beneficial aspects of insect populations in agriculture.
Iris Light Technologies
Grant in 2021
Iris Light Technologies is an electronics company that focuses on advancing the cloud through innovative on-chip laser technology. It specializes in artificial intelligence, 5G communications, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company has developed a proprietary and scalable method to deposit multiple lasers onto a single chip, enhancing the bandwidth and energy efficiency of light chips. This technology supports applications in optical communications, optical sensors, and various emerging areas, including IoT sensors, positioning Iris Light Technologies as a key player in the rapidly growing silicon photonics market.
Epirus
Grant in 2021
Epirus, Inc. is a technology company based in Hawthorne, California, specializing in the design and development of advanced defense systems that utilize artificial intelligence and directed energy. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on creating solid-state, software-defined high-power microwave solutions aimed at countering unmanned aircraft systems and other asymmetric threats. Its flagship product, ELECTROMAGNETIC PULSE, serves as a counter-infrastructure solution that can simultaneously target multiple threats, effectively neutralizing drones and swarms. By integrating AI and machine learning with advanced electronics, Epirus enhances the detection and tracking of objects of interest, offering innovative capabilities in electronic warfare and power management for both defense and commercial sectors.
Sync Energy AI
Grant in 2021
Sync Energy AI is an Energy-Tech startup focused on assisting electric utilities in enhancing their operational efficiency, particularly in preparation for and response to natural disasters. The company has developed two proprietary artificial intelligence technologies that are integral to its software solutions. These AI-driven tools feature a no-code interface, allowing field crews and planners to utilize advanced analytics effectively. By implementing these technologies, electric utilities can minimize customer downtime and gain insights into potential disaster impacts before they occur. Sync Energy AI's offerings are delivered through Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS) models, providing real value to its clients.
Ranial Systems
Grant in 2021
Ranial Systems develops a real-time process automation platform that integrates cognitive artificial intelligence with edge computing. The platform is tailored for various sectors, specifically targeting smart energy, real-time plant monitoring, and automation in wearable technology. Additionally, the company explores emerging opportunities in context-aware business process automation and provides advisory services related to product development and co-innovation. By focusing on these areas, Ranial Systems aims to assist the manufacturing and healthcare industries in addressing significant challenges within the business process automation landscape.
GrayMatter Robotics
Grant in 2021
GrayMatter Robotics specializes in addressing complex surface treatment and finishing challenges encountered by manufacturers with high-mix, high-variability production needs. The company develops advanced robotics equipped with proprietary artificial intelligence, which are integrated into smart robotic cells. These systems are designed to assist human operators in performing tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and productivity. By leveraging its innovative technologies, GrayMatter Robotics aims to streamline manufacturing processes, making them more effective and user-friendly for clients in various industries.
Koda Health
Grant in 2021
Koda Health, Inc. is a Houston-based company that develops a data-driven, video-based interactive platform aimed at enhancing communication between healthcare providers and elderly patients. Incorporated in 2020, Koda Health offers a digital care-planning solution that guides patients through personalized end-of-life discussions, empowering them to make informed decisions about their medical care. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to facilitate conversations regarding patients' quality of life preferences, power of attorney, and emergency contacts, ensuring that healthcare providers have necessary information available when patients are unable to make decisions. By prioritizing patients' healthcare preferences, Koda Health not only helps reduce inappropriate care but also generates revenue for health systems, minimizing unnecessary expenditures while creating valuable data on patient care preferences.
IAMBIC
Grant in 2021
IAMBIC is a footwear technology company focused on creating size-inclusive shoes through AI-driven custom fitting. Recognized as one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2023, IAMBIC utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to address the unique fit challenges often overlooked by traditional sizing systems, providing personalized comfort for a diverse range of foot shapes. With 12 patent-pending innovations and support from the National Science Foundation, the company aims to scale its bespoke footwear offerings, making personalized luxury accessible to a broader audience. The team comprises experts from renowned brands such as Nike, Ralph Lauren, and Puma, and is dedicated to transforming the footwear industry by ensuring that inclusive sizing becomes a standard practice, allowing users to walk comfortably and improve mobility.
Immergo
Grant in 2021
Immergo Labs specializes in developing advanced extended reality (XR) platforms aimed at enhancing physical rehabilitation. The company integrates biomechanics algorithms, artificial intelligence, and gamification to create personalized rehabilitation experiences that improve recovery outcomes and the overall quality of life for patients. Immergo Labs has recently received significant funding, including a substantial grant and startup investments, to further its mission. Its telehealth platform allows therapists to deliver remote physical rehabilitation with improved accessibility and accuracy. By utilizing an all-in-one therapy clinic and exercise resources through a headset, Immergo Labs effectively reduces overhead costs and increases patient throughput. This innovative approach empowers physical therapists to provide care remotely, overcoming traditional limitations in rehabilitation practices.
Capti Voice
Grant in 2021
Capti Voice is an accessible reading platform dedicated to supporting struggling readers in enhancing their comprehension and reading skills. Founded in 2006 and based in Stony Brook, New York, the company offers a personalized reading support tool that harnesses machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing. This innovative platform provides features such as adaptive vocabulary games, contextual translation, and language detection, allowing users to engage with text in an interactive and inclusive manner. Capti Voice aims to make reading more accessible for individuals facing learning disabilities, ultimately fostering improved literacy outcomes.
Kintsugi
Grant in 2021
Kintsugi is a developer of innovative voice biomarker software that identifies signs of depression and anxiety from short clips of free-form speech. The company's technology aims to enhance mental healthcare infrastructure by validating voice biomarkers, which assists medical practitioners in addressing mental health care gaps within risk-bearing health systems. Recognized for its advancements in artificial intelligence, Kintsugi has received multiple awards and was named one of Forbes' Top 50 AI companies to watch in 2022. By streamlining the detection of mental health issues, Kintsugi seeks to improve patient outcomes and ultimately save time and lives.
Sugarcube Systems
Grant in 2021
Sugarcube Systems is developing a personalized self-paced tutoring tool using artificial intelligence to assess students’ understanding of word problems, teaching the skill to translate word problems into mathematical expressions.
Lucendi
Grant in 2021
Lucendi is a developer of AI-enabled smart measurement platforms focused on micro-object detection and characterization. The company leverages advanced technologies such as computational microscopy and holographic imaging, combined with innovative image processing, big data analytics, and machine learning. This expertise allows Lucendi to provide clients with versatile applications that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. In addition to its measurement platforms, Lucendi also offers a range of products including lighting, electrical materials, solar energy systems, and electrical socket solutions.
Chibitronics
Grant in 2021
Chibitronics specializes in the creation of circuit stickers that integrate electronics with art and craft. Founded by Jie Qi, along with collaborators Andrew Huang and Patricia Ng, the company emerged from Qi's PhD research at the MIT Media Lab. Chibitronics offers toolkits that allow users to build circuits and programs using peel-and-stick electronics, including conductive circuit stickers, coin cell batteries, and adhesive copper tape. This innovative approach enables artists, crafters, and students to explore their creativity while experiencing the functionality of lights and circuitry. By combining technology and artistic expression, Chibitronics aims to empower individuals to become creators in the field of expressive electronics.
Softhread
Grant in 2021
Softhread is a blockchain technology company that develops enterprise solutions using a blockchain and AI-enabled platform. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland.
Maijker
Grant in 2021
Maijker Corp specializes in the commercialization of advanced AI and sensor technology research. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions to address specific challenges within the manufacturing sector. By collaborating with manufacturing firms, universities, and development partners, Maijker translates cutting-edge research into practical applications that enhance industrial processes. Their work aims to create smart manufacturing systems and services, enabling companies to improve efficiency and effectiveness in their operations.
BirdHabitatBot
Grant in 2021
BirdHabitatBot specializes in developing robotic systems aimed at eliminating invasive plant species from natural environments. The company utilizes drones equipped with unpiloted aerial systems to capture images that facilitate the mapping, monitoring, and removal of non-native invasive plants in deciduous forests. These invasive species pose a serious threat to forest habitats, leading to the degradation of ecosystems. By providing natural resource professionals with advanced tools to manage understory invasive shrubs, BirdHabitatBot enhances the ability to restore and maintain habitats for native plants and wildlife.
InsightFinder
Grant in 2021
InsightFinder Inc. specializes in machine learning technology solutions tailored for information technology operational data. Founded in 2015 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers various tools, including a metric intelligence engine for automatic anomaly detection, a log intelligence engine for real-time keyword extraction, and an alert intelligence engine designed to minimize alert fatigue by suppressing duplicate notifications. Additionally, InsightFinder provides an APM intelligence engine that identifies issues in both proprietary and third-party applications. Utilizing patented unsupervised machine learning algorithms, InsightFinder addresses complex challenges in enterprise AI and IT management, enabling organizations to automatically identify, diagnose, and remediate issues such as model drift and application failures. By focusing on predictive analytics and automated root cause analysis, InsightFinder supports large-scale AI platforms and IT infrastructures in preventing outages and enhancing overall performance.
KovaDx
Grant in 2021
KovaDx focuses on improving healthcare access for individuals suffering from Sickle Cell Disease and other hemolytic anemias through an innovative point-of-care solution. The company has developed a health monitoring tool that utilizes Quantitative Phase Imaging and deep learning technology to provide affordable and easy-to-use diagnostics. This system is designed to bridge gaps in care for blood diseases, enabling better management of blood health. By offering a diagnostic and monitoring device, KovaDx aims to enhance the understanding of treatment impacts and improve patient outcomes. Ultimately, the company seeks to support individuals with Sickle Cell Disease in enhancing their overall prognosis and quality of life.
CONSTRUKTS
Grant in 2021
CONSTRUKTS is a mixed-reality platform designed to enhance hands-on learning through the integration of physical smart block constructions with virtual 3D models. The platform focuses on fostering spatial thinking, STEM education, and creativity by providing learner-centric challenges and real-time model analysis. By combining Internet of Things (IoT) smart blocks with an artificial intelligence knowledge engine, CONSTRUKTS offers a comprehensive learning experience that encourages users to explore structural and mathematical concepts in an engaging manner. The company aims to empower learners to unlock their potential as innovators by integrating advanced technologies into educational practices, promoting a deeper understanding of the systems that shape their imaginative worlds.
Verboso
Grant in 2021
Verboso specializes in developing a speech therapy platform that incorporates video games powered by artificial intelligence to create an engaging and enjoyable experience for users. The platform utilizes AI to deliver real-time, non-binary assessments of speech therapy exercises, allowing users to interact with the games while simultaneously tracking their progress and compliance. This innovative approach enables parents to actively participate in their children's speech therapy sessions, making the process more appealing and effective. Through the integration of gamification and data-driven insights, Verboso aims to enhance the overall experience of speech therapy for children.
Ancilia Bio
Grant in 2021
Ancilia Biosciences focuses on developing engineered bacterial therapies aimed at treating diseases associated with the microbiome. The company specializes in creating virus-resistant live bacterial products that modulate the human microbiome, specifically targeting the viral components within the gut microbiome. By concentrating on healthy gut bacteria and their predatory phages, Ancilia engineers resistant bacterial strains to combat diseases. Its innovative approach includes the development of a new class of live biotherapeutics that allows medical professionals to target specific phages or viruses that induce lysis, with applications in immunology and oncology.
Samay
Grant in 2021
Samay is a developer of an AI-enabled wearable device focused on remote respiratory health management, specifically targeting chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The company's innovative chest patches utilize patented technology to diagnose COPD with 90% accuracy and identify exacerbation biomarkers at 83% accuracy, all while allowing patients to remain at home. The device continuously monitors various respiratory metrics, including pulmonary volumes, trapped air, respiratory and heart rates, breathing sounds, and temperature for up to two weeks. This real-time data collection empowers users to analyze their respiratory health and receive actionable insights to enhance their day-to-day well-being. Additionally, Samay is creating an AI-assisted management and diagnostic platform that supports both patients and doctors throughout the care continuum, from detecting exacerbations to determining effective therapies for more personalized treatment.
Lucata
Grant in 2021
Lucata Corporation specializes in developing advanced hardware and software technology to enhance memory utilization for various industries. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in South Bend, Indiana, and Palo Alto, Lucata produces motherboards, node cards, and memory servers designed for high-performance analytics. The company employs patented migrating thread technology to enable organizations to perform extensive multi-hop analytics and graph analysis on massive databases, facilitating insights from complex data structures with up to one trillion vertices. Lucata's solutions cater to sectors such as financial services, cybersecurity, healthcare, and telecommunications, allowing users to leverage existing graph database software for deeper analysis without the need for extensive software layers. The company's architecture is energy-efficient, supports linear performance scaling, and significantly reduces latency, making it a powerful option for organizations tackling big data challenges.
Summary Analytics
Grant in 2021
Summary Analytics, Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2017, specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company develops a data analytics platform designed to address inefficiencies in data management by minimizing redundancies. By employing advanced algorithms and submodular optimization techniques, Summary Analytics enables organizations to extract valuable insights from large datasets more efficiently and cost-effectively. This innovative approach allows businesses to achieve better data insights and knowledge extraction in reduced time frames, enhancing overall decision-making processes.
Revelata
Grant in 2021
Revelata develops an artificial intelligence platform for extracting data from complex financial documents. It's first product, deepKPI, automatically surfaces hard-to-get KPI time series that are buried within billions of pages of SEC filings. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Claudius Legal Intelligence
Grant in 2021
Claudius Legal Intelligence is a developer of a legal research assistance platform that utilizes artificial intelligence, specifically natural language processing and machine learning, to streamline the handling of new legal cases. The platform is designed to identify key legal issues and assess the value of cases, providing attorneys with data-driven insights that enhance early case assessment and optimize settlement decisions. By automating the case intake process, Claudius reduces costs and improves efficiency, allowing legal professionals to focus on the most impactful cases. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, participating in prestigious incubators such as the Princeton University Keller Center eLab and the Duke Law School Tech Lab Accelerator, and is also an NSF Innovation Corps invention.
DeepBits
Grant in 2021
DeepBits is a technology company specializing in cybersecurity solutions. It organizes and indexes the world's binary code to swiftly identify vulnerabilities and malware in various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and IoT devices. Backed by extensive research funded by the National Science Foundation and Department of Defense, DeepBits' AI-driven tools generate Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), detect vulnerabilities, and ensure software supply chain security compliance. The company's platform disassembles and analyzes binary files to accurately pinpoint threats, enabling businesses to mitigate risks and reduce cybersecurity expenditure.
Innsightful
Grant in 2021
Innsightful offers a comprehensive digital health solution aimed at managing and alleviating mental health challenges, particularly for students. The company develops wearable devices that monitor and detect symptoms of anxiety and stress, utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide automated, early detection of heightened stress levels. These devices integrate biometrics to give users personalized insights, fostering a deeper understanding of their mental health. Additionally, Innsightful facilitates access to therapists for tailored recommendations and progress assessments, transforming how individuals approach their mental well-being.
NeuroTechR3
Grant in 2021
NeuroTechR3 is a biomedical device and digital health start-up that focuses on developing affordable rehabilitation technologies to enhance upper extremity function for individuals affected by brain injuries, including stroke and cerebral palsy. The company's flagship innovation, R3THATM, leverages machine learning and cloud technology to enable personalized telerehabilitation through engaging exergames designed to foster neuroplasticity. This system includes features such as motion tracking, analytics, and real-time biofeedback, which help clinicians provide high-quality, efficient care while improving patient recovery outcomes. Founded in 2020 by a team of four women, NeuroTechR3 emerged from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Rutgers University, and operates from locations in Newark, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. The company's expertise lies in biomedical engineering and computer science, positioning it to address the needs of the rehabilitation industry effectively. By advancing rehabilitation devices and machine learning-driven technologies, NeuroTechR3 aims to transform healthcare and make rehabilitation more accessible and sustainable for individuals with various impairments.
Innogized Technologies
Grant in 2021
Innogized Technologies is a company that develops hardware and software solutions, focusing on discovering and pioneering innovative technologies to drive growth and success. Their platform delivers transformative discoveries and technologies directly to consumers, aiming to propel the economy and improve lives. The company empowers users to make a significant and lasting impact.
Dextrous Robotics
Grant in 2021
Dextrous Robotics is a robotics company established in 2019 and based in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm specializes in developing AI-enabled robots designed for warehouse operations. These robots assist in various tasks, including loading and unloading pallets, trucks, and containers, as well as material picking, sorting, and storage. By providing advanced automation solutions, Dextrous Robotics aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics processes for its clients.
Semiotic AI
Grant in 2021
Semiotic AI is a company that specializes in encrypted computing services utilizing Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) to enhance data security and privacy in cloud environments. By allowing organizations to perform data analytics on sensitive information without compromising its integrity, Semiotic AI addresses critical concerns related to data protection. The company's technology also safeguards proprietary models by encrypting them prior to deployment. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, Semiotic AI aims to play a significant role in the evolving landscape of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. In addition, the company develops automated decision-making tools that leverage AI and cryptography to facilitate decentralized markets on the blockchain, enhancing price efficiency and usability for businesses and consumers alike. The founders bring extensive experience in cryptography and AI, positioning Semiotic AI as a key player in the future of secure data management.
Verantos
Grant in 2021
Verantos is the market leader in high-validity real-world evidence for life sciences. By incorporating robust clinical narrative data, artificial intelligence technology, and measured validity, Verantos is the first company to generate research-grade evidence at scale across all therapeutic areas. The Verantos Evidence Platform integrates heterogeneous real-world data sources and generates evidence with the accuracy necessary for market access, HEOR, medical affairs, and regulatory use.
Charmtech Labs
Grant in 2021
Charmtech Labs LLC is dedicated to researching and developing assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments. The company is known for its flagship product, Capti Voice, a personalized reading support tool that employs machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing to enhance reading experiences. Capti Voice offers features such as adaptive vocabulary games, contextual translation, and language detection, catering to a diverse range of users including students, educators, auditory learners, busy professionals, and individuals with dyslexia. Founded in 2010 by computer science professors and Ph.D. students, Charmtech Labs aims to bridge the gap between people and information, making their technology accessible across various content sources, formats, devices, and user abilities. The company is headquartered in Stony Brook, New York.
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