NKENNE is a mobile application dedicated to fostering a social network for African language learners and speakers. The company aims to create an engaging community that encourages individuals to connect and support one another in their language learning journey. Its platform offers a variety of learning tools, including lesson plans, games, flashcards, and progress trackers, which enhance the educational experience. Additionally, users can interact with native speakers through chat options and receive geolocated notifications that inform them of relevant destinations nearby. By promoting language learning and cultural exchange, NKENNE seeks to uplift individuals and dispel myths about the African continent.
The Geological Society of America
Grant in 2024
The Geological Society of America gives earth scientists of all skill levels and from all backgrounds academic, governmental, commercial, and industrial access to resources that are critical to their professional development.
Muon Vision is a technology company focused on enhancing the efficiency, sustainability, and safety of mineral processing and industrial operations. It specializes in developing advanced x-ray visualization and digitalization sensors that utilize nuclear imaging technology to measure the bulk density of geophysical assets. This innovative approach allows for the detection of issues within large volumes of material and monitors fluid migration in pore spaces over time. By providing geologists and mining companies with a clearer understanding of the composition and distribution of materials, Muon Vision aims to improve operational outcomes in mineral processing, leaching heaps, and mine tailings dams, ultimately contributing to more effective and responsible resource management.
OpenTopography
Grant in 2024
OpenTopography provides access to high-resolution, Earth science-oriented topography data, as well as related tools and services.
Orbital Services Corporation (OSCorp)
Grant in 2024
OSCorp is an in-space services company that safeguards the space domain and builds a thriving in-space economy. OSCorp develops cutting-edge technologies at the nexus of GN and C, AI/ML, LiDAR sensors, space robotics, and lasercom terminals. The company aims to revolutionize space operations by delivering strategic capabilities for the U.S. government and commercial space operators. It also aims to provide government operators with unparalleled situational awareness and enable them to execute tactically responsive space operations to protect strategic government and commercial space assets, and the services they provide, from denial, disruption, destruction, or degradation.
National Air and Space Museum
Grant in 2023
The National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution has the world's biggest and most significant collection of aviation and space objects, including all aspects of human flight, as well as associated works of art and archive materials. It operates two iconic facilities that accommodate more than eight million visitors every year, making it the country's most visited museum. The Center for Earth and Planetary Studies is also housed there.
Map Collective
Grant in 2023
Map Collective is a technology company specializing in AI-driven software solutions that enhance supply chain transparency and sustainability. The company offers a Software-as-a-Service platform that integrates advanced data analytics with Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. Its primary toolkits—TRACEABILITY, PROCUREMENT, and GHG EMISSIONS—are designed to assist businesses and governments in simplifying traceability and emissions mapping within their supply chains and regions. Additionally, Map Collective provides tools for biodiversity mapping, energy hub planning, and facilitating transitions to a circular economy. By enabling users to visualize the carbon impact on the environment, the company empowers organizations to make informed operational decisions and track sustainability metrics effectively.
Aquagga, Inc. is focused on combating the environmental and public health threats posed by PFAS, a group of harmful chemicals commonly found in water resources. The company specializes in developing and operating advanced PFAS Destruction units that utilize its proprietary Hydrothermal Alkaline Treatment (HALT) technology. In addition to PFAS destruction, Aquagga is also engaged in creating PFAS Sensing technology and other related solutions for water pollutant mitigation and remediation. The company serves both governmental and municipal markets, as well as the industrial wastewater sector, positioning itself as a leader in addressing the challenges associated with PFAS contamination. Through its innovative approaches and technologies, Aquagga aims to significantly reduce environmental contaminants while promoting positive social impact.
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.
Muon Vision is a technology company focused on enhancing the efficiency, sustainability, and safety of mineral processing and industrial operations. It specializes in developing advanced x-ray visualization and digitalization sensors that utilize nuclear imaging technology to measure the bulk density of geophysical assets. This innovative approach allows for the detection of issues within large volumes of material and monitors fluid migration in pore spaces over time. By providing geologists and mining companies with a clearer understanding of the composition and distribution of materials, Muon Vision aims to improve operational outcomes in mineral processing, leaching heaps, and mine tailings dams, ultimately contributing to more effective and responsible resource management.
Stratajam is a company focused on providing a range of geoscience services aimed at enhancing mineral exploration and management for clients, particularly in developing countries. Its offerings include feasibility studies, bulk material procurement, mineral reserves estimation, and advanced geological 3D modeling. The company also specializes in conducting quality assurance and quality control programs, reviewing geological reports, and managing exploration projects. Additionally, Stratajam performs due diligence for mineral operations, develops short and medium-term plans, and conducts periodic material reconciliations to optimize production processes. Through these services, Stratajam aims to deliver rapid and accurate results to its clients, supporting their decision-making and operational efficiency in the mining sector.
TEVERRA is a clean energy technology company focused on providing innovative subsurface solutions aimed at optimizing carbon storage and energy storage. The company specializes in converting oil and gas assets into geothermal resources and offers a range of services, including the design of geothermal systems and power plants. Additionally, TEVERRA provides subsurface monitoring, visualization, and control for both geothermal and oil and gas operations. Through the development of advanced technology and consulting services, TEVERRA is dedicated to supporting international projects that contribute to a low-carbon and sustainable energy mix.
RaySecur Inc. is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing advanced 3D package scanning and imaging devices for detecting concealed threats in mail and parcels. Founded in 2018, RaySecur's MailSecur systems utilize millimeter-wave technology to provide real-time, three-dimensional imaging, which allows for the detection of powders, solids, liquids, and hazardous materials such as chemical, biological, radiological, and explosive composites. Unlike traditional X-ray systems, RaySecur's solutions are user-friendly, portable, and do not require extensive training for effective operation, making them suitable for various environments, including small mailrooms. The company’s technology is employed by Fortune 500 companies and government organizations worldwide to enhance security and protect personnel and assets from potential threats.
Urban Sky is focused on creating a pioneering reusable micro-satellite system that utilizes near-space balloon technology to collect high-resolution Earth observation data. This innovative approach enables the capture of detailed imagery over entire cities, significantly enhancing the accessibility and cost-effectiveness of remote sensing and weather-related data acquisition. By leveraging advancements in component miniaturization and the unique vantage point of the stratosphere, Urban Sky's Microballoon drastically lowers costs associated with aerial imagery collection, making it feasible to gather extensive data over broad areas regularly. This capability has the potential to transform understanding of urban landscapes and the Earth's surface, contributing valuable insights to various sectors that rely on precise mapping and monitoring.
Boston Geospatial
Grant in 2021
Boston Geospatial is a developer of a geospatial data platform that specializes in providing ready-to-use insights for operators and risk managers within critical infrastructure sectors. The company's platform facilitates access to satellite data from various providers, offering a searchable and comparable database that can be analyzed in multiple ways. This functionality empowers stakeholders to obtain valuable geospatial insights, aiding in informed decision-making and risk management.
Space Domain Awareness is a manufacturer of optical beacons focused on enhancing accountability, transparency, and predictability in space operations. The company provides advanced space object tracking solutions that allow customers to accurately identify and classify on-orbit space assets. Its products are designed to seamlessly integrate orbital information into existing space traffic management systems, catering to a diverse clientele that includes commercial, military, and civil satellite operators. By leveraging these technologies, Space Domain Awareness aims to improve the management and safety of space activities, addressing the growing complexities of space traffic.
StarNav is a developer and manufacturer of satellite receivers focused on delivering accurate and reliable positioning data for both government and private sector applications. The company specializes in converting ambient non-GNSS radio signals, including cellular, television, and satellite transmissions, into precise positioning information. This innovative technology enables vehicles to operate safely even in environments where traditional GNSS signals are unavailable, addressing a critical need for reliable navigation solutions during complete GNSS denial.
Satellite Vu is a developer of high-resolution thermal imaging satellites designed to monitor the temperature of buildings and infrastructures globally. By utilizing infrared technology to capture heat emissions in near real-time, the company provides valuable insights into economic activity, energy efficiency, and carbon footprints. This information aids various sectors, including the energy industry, investors, natural disaster responders, and building operators, in making informed decisions related to sustainability and resource management. Through its innovative satellite imagery, Satellite Vu aims to enhance understanding of environmental impacts and support initiatives in sustainable finance and disaster response.
ETALYC is a provider of software as a service (SaaS) focused on enhancing traffic operations through advanced technology integration. The company's cloud-based platform utilizes machine learning and big data analytics to analyze data gathered from various sources, including road sensors, GPS devices, cameras, and even weather and social media inputs. By creating accurate maps of traffic patterns, ETALYC aims to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and mitigate emissions. Its solutions empower traffic operators to monitor infrastructure effectively, contributing to smarter and more efficient urban mobility.
BirdHabitatBot
Grant in 2021
BirdHabitatBot is a company focused on developing robotic systems for the removal of invasive plant species, particularly in deciduous forest environments. Utilizing unpiloted aerial systems, the company employs drones to capture images that aid in the mapping and monitoring of non-native invasive plants. These invasive species pose a significant threat to forest habitats, contributing to their degradation. By providing tools that assist natural resource professionals in managing understory invasive shrubs, BirdHabitatBot aims to enhance the habitat for native plants and wildlife, thereby promoting ecological health and biodiversity.
Map Collective
Grant in 2021
Map Collective is a technology company specializing in AI-driven software solutions that enhance supply chain transparency and sustainability. The company offers a Software-as-a-Service platform that integrates advanced data analytics with Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. Its primary toolkits—TRACEABILITY, PROCUREMENT, and GHG EMISSIONS—are designed to assist businesses and governments in simplifying traceability and emissions mapping within their supply chains and regions. Additionally, Map Collective provides tools for biodiversity mapping, energy hub planning, and facilitating transitions to a circular economy. By enabling users to visualize the carbon impact on the environment, the company empowers organizations to make informed operational decisions and track sustainability metrics effectively.
Comon provides species identification, ecological monitoring, and geological assessment services. They offer unpiloted aerial systems' images for mapping, monitoring, and identifying rare and invasive species and provide reports on water loggers, soil samples, temperature, historic weather, and tidal data, enabling natural resource managers and conservation organizations to determine practices for sites.
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.
Terra Cover is a monitoring platform operator based in Denver, Colorado, founded in 2020. The company specializes in applications related to insurance and water resource management. Terra Cover's platform utilizes data, machine learning, and principles of physics to provide insights into the Earth's constantly changing surface. This technology enables organizations to analyze satellite imagery and geospatial data effectively, facilitating informed decision-making in various sectors.
Natrx is an innovative company focused on enhancing coastal resilience and protection through advanced technology and a nature-based approach. By integrating geospatial software and advanced manufacturing solutions, Natrx promotes harmony between natural ecosystems and urban infrastructure. The company's solutions are designed to meet the performance needs of large-scale public and private asset owners, offering sustainable alternatives to traditional methods that are often costly and ecologically harmful. Natrx aims to set a new standard for sustainable resilience, delivering high-performance solutions that not only address environmental challenges but also contribute positively to economic outcomes. Through its technology-first approach, Natrx empowers builders, architects, and ecologists to create infrastructure that enhances both functionality and aesthetic value.
Aquagga, Inc. is focused on combating the environmental and public health threats posed by PFAS, a group of harmful chemicals commonly found in water resources. The company specializes in developing and operating advanced PFAS Destruction units that utilize its proprietary Hydrothermal Alkaline Treatment (HALT) technology. In addition to PFAS destruction, Aquagga is also engaged in creating PFAS Sensing technology and other related solutions for water pollutant mitigation and remediation. The company serves both governmental and municipal markets, as well as the industrial wastewater sector, positioning itself as a leader in addressing the challenges associated with PFAS contamination. Through its innovative approaches and technologies, Aquagga aims to significantly reduce environmental contaminants while promoting positive social impact.
MineraLogic is a geochemistry consultancy firm based in Duluth, Minnesota, established in 2016. The company specializes in identifying risks and opportunities associated with geochemical reactions among minerals, water, and the atmosphere. By providing a coherent framework for understanding the distribution and mobility of chemical elements within geological systems, MineraLogic enables its clients to effectively manage geochemical relationships that influence the success of their projects.
Aspiring Universe
Grant in 2020
Aspiring Universe offers geospatial intelligence to enhance agricultural businesses.
Muon Vision is a technology company focused on enhancing the efficiency, sustainability, and safety of mineral processing and industrial operations. It specializes in developing advanced x-ray visualization and digitalization sensors that utilize nuclear imaging technology to measure the bulk density of geophysical assets. This innovative approach allows for the detection of issues within large volumes of material and monitors fluid migration in pore spaces over time. By providing geologists and mining companies with a clearer understanding of the composition and distribution of materials, Muon Vision aims to improve operational outcomes in mineral processing, leaching heaps, and mine tailings dams, ultimately contributing to more effective and responsible resource management.
Volant Aerial
Grant in 2020
Volant Aerial specializes in an advanced aerial monitoring platform that integrates drones, computer vision, and IoT technology. This platform is designed to provide critical data and insights for various applications, such as early detection of forest fires, security surveillance, crop analysis, construction oversight, workforce management, inventory tracking, port monitoring, wildlife management, and natural disaster response. The system consists of a network of autonomously operating hardware components, including drones, aerostats, and strategically positioned towers equipped with high-powered RGB and thermal cameras. Additionally, it features aerial and ground sensors that monitor a wide range of variables, enabling users to access and control the system remotely via an Internet connection.
Advanced Remote Sensing
Grant in 2020
Advanced Remote Sensing is a satellite imagery company that caters to a wide range of industries. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Pekosoft specializes in adaptive optical measurement and survey technology. The company was founded by visionary engineers with more than 40 years of combined experience who enjoy developing products with an entrepreneurial spirit.
SpringGem Weather Information
Grant in 2020
SpringGem Weather Information is a company based in North Potomac, Maryland, that specializes in providing current and forecasted weather and energy information as a free community service. Founded by Menglin Susan, the company operates a weather forecasting platform that utilizes advanced technologies, including numerical weather forecasting, satellite and ground remote sensing, data science, and cloud computing. This integration allows SpringGem to deliver hyperlocal weather information tailored to various applications such as urban energy management, traffic safety, agricultural monitoring, and environmental assessment. By focusing on accuracy and accessibility, SpringGem aims to meet the diverse weather-related needs of individuals and organizations.
Non-Inertial Navigation Technology
Grant in 2019
Non-Inertial Navigation Technology develops and deploys Non-Inertial Navigation systems and devices. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
RaySecur Inc. is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing advanced 3D package scanning and imaging devices for detecting concealed threats in mail and parcels. Founded in 2018, RaySecur's MailSecur systems utilize millimeter-wave technology to provide real-time, three-dimensional imaging, which allows for the detection of powders, solids, liquids, and hazardous materials such as chemical, biological, radiological, and explosive composites. Unlike traditional X-ray systems, RaySecur's solutions are user-friendly, portable, and do not require extensive training for effective operation, making them suitable for various environments, including small mailrooms. The company’s technology is employed by Fortune 500 companies and government organizations worldwide to enhance security and protect personnel and assets from potential threats.
TCarta is a geospatial remote sensing company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in seabed mapping and bathymetric data for various maritime applications. The company offers a range of hydro spatial products, including inland, coastal, and offshore hydrostatic mapping solutions. Its services encompass Earth observation analysis and Satellite-Derived Bathymetry data, primarily focused on near-shore areas worldwide. By providing these advanced mapping systems, TCarta enables research institutions and government agencies to conduct hydrographic surveys effectively, supporting coastal engineering, environmental monitoring, and global mapping initiatives.
Squishy Robotics
Grant in 2019
Squishy Robotics Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, specializing in the development of mobile sensing robots designed for disaster rescue, remote monitoring, and space exploration. Founded in 2017, the company leverages advanced technologies at the intersection of robotics, mobile sensing, machine learning, and the Internet of Things. Their robots are equipped with a variety of sensors, including visual, audio, chemical, biological, radiological, and GPS, allowing them to traverse challenging environments. These robots can be rapidly deployed by ground or aerial vehicles and are particularly focused on the HazMat and CBRNE response markets, providing critical situational awareness and sensor data to enhance the safety of first responders. Squishy Robotics aims to create a customizable platform that can adapt to dynamic situations, with potential future applications in scientific monitoring, delivery services, smart home devices, and educational tools for a wide range of users.
IntelinAir, Inc. is an aerial imagery analytics company based in San Jose, California, focused on providing technology solutions for the agriculture sector. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in delivering actionable intelligence from aerial data, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and increase crop yields. IntelinAir's SafeSmart technology offers precision flight and data analysis capabilities, with products including the SafeSmart RD-100 and RD-200 UAVs, which serve as flexible platforms for academic research and development. The company's interactive crop intelligence platform provides comprehensive field views, prioritizes monitoring needs, and facilitates timely reviews, empowering farmers and agricultural retailers to protect yield potential and identify sustainability opportunities throughout the growing season.
ETALYC is a provider of software as a service (SaaS) focused on enhancing traffic operations through advanced technology integration. The company's cloud-based platform utilizes machine learning and big data analytics to analyze data gathered from various sources, including road sensors, GPS devices, cameras, and even weather and social media inputs. By creating accurate maps of traffic patterns, ETALYC aims to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and mitigate emissions. Its solutions empower traffic operators to monitor infrastructure effectively, contributing to smarter and more efficient urban mobility.
Wi-Sense specializes in indoor mapping and device-free activity detection by leveraging advanced signal processing techniques and modern machine learning algorithms. The company develops applications that monitor changes in Wi-Fi signals within environments, allowing for the detection of activities such as movement and temperature fluctuations. By addressing limitations associated with traditional sensors and cameras, Wi-Sense enhances safety and efficiency in various facilities, enabling users to better understand and respond to dynamic conditions in their surroundings.
Geopipe is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in creating immersive digital twins of the real world using advanced machine learning techniques. The company develops subscription-based algorithmic tools that process large volumes of geographic and numeric data, including satellite imagery, maps, and laser scans. By employing these tools within a cloud-based distributed system, Geopipe is able to reconstruct entire cities in a matter of hours. This innovative approach enables various industries, such as gaming, simulation, and architecture, to leverage interactive 3D models for enhanced visualization and efficiency, ultimately helping real estate developers complete their projects more quickly and cost-effectively.
Litterati is an innovative application focused on promoting litter collection and environmental cleanliness. The app allows users to photograph litter, automatically geo-tagging the images and suggesting appropriate tags for various types of waste. This functionality enables individuals, schools, organizations, and communities to track their litter-picking efforts collectively. By fostering group participation, Litterati aims to create a collaborative environment where communities can work together to achieve cleaner streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces. The platform also plans to introduce mapping features, allowing users to see litter collection activities in their local areas, thereby enhancing community engagement in environmental stewardship.
Steel City Optronics
Grant in 2019
Public safety is one of the largest concerns faced by governments and security agencies as public and private places become targets for attacks. The detection and mitigation of potential threats in real time are essential to security and public safety. Steel City Optronics has developed a new camera that detects concealed weapons and explosives from almost any distance, on subjects in motion — before they become dangerous to people and property. This fast and thorough security screening of moving objects is a crucial ability in today’s rapidly globalizing, fast-paced world. Metal detectors and security checkpoints are no longer sufficient to ensure public safety. Too often, dangerous threats are simply not detected by these traditional safety precautions, leaving people and property at risk. Since many recent threats have targeted public access areas ahead of the security checkpoints, a better security solution is clearly necessary. Explosives and weapons that people are carrying, while in motion, currently go largely undetected in real-world situations. Steel City Optronics addresses these, and other, issues with our state-of-the-art millimeter wave security camera. In addition to security monitoring for public safety, our cameras can see through common obscurants like smoke, fog, dust, and rain, making them ideal for situational awareness, object avoidance, and navigation.
Yodel Labs is a developer of a mobile positioning platform focused on delivering highly accurate location services in the mobile device industry. The company specializes in an acoustic location processing system that provides centimeter-level accuracy for indoor positioning. By utilizing low-cost, energy-harvesting ultrasound beacons, Yodel Labs enables mobile application developers to create high-accuracy localization applications. This technology facilitates a seamless connection between the virtual and physical worlds, enhancing user experiences in various applications.
Geospiza, Inc. is a technology company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in climate risk assessment platforms aimed at the emergency management industry. Founded in 2017, Geospiza develops software solutions that integrate real-time Internet of Things (IoT) data, big data, and advanced analytics to help risk managers, sustainability teams, and asset managers assess and mitigate climate-related risks. Its flagship products include Geospiza PATH, which allows users to quantify and address risks associated with climate and natural hazards, and Geospiza SWIFT, a web-based workflow and decision support tool that consolidates diverse datasets and models to provide actionable insights. Through these platforms, Geospiza enhances decision-making processes, ultimately aiming to save lives and protect the environment in the face of climate disasters.
Manifold Robotics
Grant in 2019
Manifold Robotics is a company that specializes in developing innovative drone technology aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in autonomous navigation. By utilizing electromagnetic fields (EMF) from power lines as a navigational source, the company enables drones to operate within shielded airspace, facilitating automated inspections of utility infrastructure. This capability allows for beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing the costs associated with power line inspections. Manifold Robotics focuses on creating practical solutions that simplify drone operations and enhance their safety, ultimately contributing to advancements in various industries reliant on aerial technology.
Advanced Remote Sensing
Grant in 2019
Advanced Remote Sensing is a satellite imagery company that caters to a wide range of industries. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Azimuth1 specializes in providing advanced geospatial analytics and data science solutions aimed at addressing challenges in environmental, public safety, and national security sectors. The company's offerings include customized technology products designed for specialized data analysis applications. Their key products, such as minicarta, commercial real estate risk, and envimetrics, focus on solving resource allocation issues across various domains, including energy and environmental management. By leveraging innovative data analysis techniques, Azimuth1 enables users to enhance decision-making and improve operational efficiency in critical areas.
CoastalOceanVision
Grant in 2018
CoastalOceanVision was founded by a group of ten Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution scientists, engineers, and technicians who worked together for several years to design and build advanced underwater measurement and observation systems.
TCarta is a geospatial remote sensing company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in seabed mapping and bathymetric data for various maritime applications. The company offers a range of hydro spatial products, including inland, coastal, and offshore hydrostatic mapping solutions. Its services encompass Earth observation analysis and Satellite-Derived Bathymetry data, primarily focused on near-shore areas worldwide. By providing these advanced mapping systems, TCarta enables research institutions and government agencies to conduct hydrographic surveys effectively, supporting coastal engineering, environmental monitoring, and global mapping initiatives.
Litterati is an innovative application focused on promoting litter collection and environmental cleanliness. The app allows users to photograph litter, automatically geo-tagging the images and suggesting appropriate tags for various types of waste. This functionality enables individuals, schools, organizations, and communities to track their litter-picking efforts collectively. By fostering group participation, Litterati aims to create a collaborative environment where communities can work together to achieve cleaner streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces. The platform also plans to introduce mapping features, allowing users to see litter collection activities in their local areas, thereby enhancing community engagement in environmental stewardship.
Advanced Geophysical Technology
Grant in 2017
Advanced Geophysical Technology is a developer of innovative GPU-based depth imaging algorithms. They are developing into a service company that uses their computing resources and unique algorithms to produce high-resolution 3D seismic images. It offers a full range of seismic imaging services in both time and depth, 2D and 3D, land and marine.
Squishy Robotics
Grant in 2017
Squishy Robotics Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, specializing in the development of mobile sensing robots designed for disaster rescue, remote monitoring, and space exploration. Founded in 2017, the company leverages advanced technologies at the intersection of robotics, mobile sensing, machine learning, and the Internet of Things. Their robots are equipped with a variety of sensors, including visual, audio, chemical, biological, radiological, and GPS, allowing them to traverse challenging environments. These robots can be rapidly deployed by ground or aerial vehicles and are particularly focused on the HazMat and CBRNE response markets, providing critical situational awareness and sensor data to enhance the safety of first responders. Squishy Robotics aims to create a customizable platform that can adapt to dynamic situations, with potential future applications in scientific monitoring, delivery services, smart home devices, and educational tools for a wide range of users.
Geopipe is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in creating immersive digital twins of the real world using advanced machine learning techniques. The company develops subscription-based algorithmic tools that process large volumes of geographic and numeric data, including satellite imagery, maps, and laser scans. By employing these tools within a cloud-based distributed system, Geopipe is able to reconstruct entire cities in a matter of hours. This innovative approach enables various industries, such as gaming, simulation, and architecture, to leverage interactive 3D models for enhanced visualization and efficiency, ultimately helping real estate developers complete their projects more quickly and cost-effectively.
Steel City Optronics
Grant in 2017
Public safety is one of the largest concerns faced by governments and security agencies as public and private places become targets for attacks. The detection and mitigation of potential threats in real time are essential to security and public safety. Steel City Optronics has developed a new camera that detects concealed weapons and explosives from almost any distance, on subjects in motion — before they become dangerous to people and property. This fast and thorough security screening of moving objects is a crucial ability in today’s rapidly globalizing, fast-paced world. Metal detectors and security checkpoints are no longer sufficient to ensure public safety. Too often, dangerous threats are simply not detected by these traditional safety precautions, leaving people and property at risk. Since many recent threats have targeted public access areas ahead of the security checkpoints, a better security solution is clearly necessary. Explosives and weapons that people are carrying, while in motion, currently go largely undetected in real-world situations. Steel City Optronics addresses these, and other, issues with our state-of-the-art millimeter wave security camera. In addition to security monitoring for public safety, our cameras can see through common obscurants like smoke, fog, dust, and rain, making them ideal for situational awareness, object avoidance, and navigation.
Azimuth1 specializes in providing advanced geospatial analytics and data science solutions aimed at addressing challenges in environmental, public safety, and national security sectors. The company's offerings include customized technology products designed for specialized data analysis applications. Their key products, such as minicarta, commercial real estate risk, and envimetrics, focus on solving resource allocation issues across various domains, including energy and environmental management. By leveraging innovative data analysis techniques, Azimuth1 enables users to enhance decision-making and improve operational efficiency in critical areas.
Founded in 2009, Hydronalix has become recognized as a leader and international symbol in robotics innovation for beach and flood rescue with Their successful patented EMILY product line. Their Mission is to provide enhanced value added capabilities to first responders, earth scientists, military, and safety to the maritime industry. Their focus is on development of small expendable maritime robotic technologies to support missions ranging from search and rescue, bathymetric mapping and underwater ISR, to meteorological station keeping and data gathering, in challenging open ocean and littoral marine environments. They have 11,000 square feet of Engineering, Office, and manufacturing space in Sahuarita, AZ. Water testing is performed at Silver-Bell, Patagonia, and Sahuarita Lakes in Arizona. Ocean and surf zone testing is performed in San Diego, Venice Beach, and Malibu, CA. Company sales are both domestic and overseas with export distribution through out Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company maintains a growing staff of skilled engineers and technicians performing advanced development services and products for the Navy, NOAA, DARPA, and DHS. In addition to EMILY, the company produces a complete product line of advanced Autonomous Mobile Buoys (AMB). The company’s executive leadership team has collective experience of over 200 years in Ocean and Marine Engineering, Robotic systems, advanced sensors, manufacturing, and materials science.
Yodel Labs is a developer of a mobile positioning platform focused on delivering highly accurate location services in the mobile device industry. The company specializes in an acoustic location processing system that provides centimeter-level accuracy for indoor positioning. By utilizing low-cost, energy-harvesting ultrasound beacons, Yodel Labs enables mobile application developers to create high-accuracy localization applications. This technology facilitates a seamless connection between the virtual and physical worlds, enhancing user experiences in various applications.
GDA specializes in sophisticated processing and deep analysis of airborne and satellite imagery for agricultural intelligence. They are a recognized leader in the rapid processing and analysis of massive amounts of imagery for frequent, objective in-season assessments of crop conditions, progress, acreage, and yield from sub-field to country levels. GDA continually aggregates imagery from a multitude of sources enabling global cropland coverage and analysis. They work with customers to integrate quality imagery and advanced analysis from GDA into their agricultural management systems. GDA is, at its core, a satellite image analysis company and has been focused on tough problems in image processing from its inception in 2002. GDA grew out of a long history of science-backed image processing research particularly as it relates to agricultural analysis. They have a seasoned track record of winning highly competitive Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grants to develop state-of-art technology and have been a prime contractor to the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service since 2005.
Pointivo Inc. is an Atlanta-based technology company that specializes in spatial intelligence software, enabling users to capture and model the dimensions of structures in 3D. Founded in 2014, Pointivo utilizes advanced technologies, including machine learning and computer vision, to analyze images from various capture methods, such as drones and mobile devices. Its cloud-based platform allows users to reconstruct scenes, extract lines, edges, and measurements, and generate highly accurate three-dimensional models. This innovative approach simplifies tasks that require precise measurements and documentation of physical assets, providing users with a deeper understanding of their environments.
State Of Place
Grant in 2016
State of Place is a developer of predictive analytics software focused on enhancing urban design and placemaking. The company provides tools that quantify the qualities people value in places and forecast the benefits of improvements, allowing urban planners, real estate developers, and other stakeholders to create walkable, livable, and sustainable environments. By leveraging empirical data, State of Place's software identifies key urban design features and recommends changes that can maximize walkability and livability. This enables its users to secure project approvals and funding more efficiently, ultimately fostering economic competitiveness and promoting sustainable development in urban areas.
Arogi builds open source software for developers to optimize site location, routing, and logistics. Integrating geospatial analyses and artificial intelligence, Arogi tools enable organizations to save time, reduce costs, and increase market share.
SIAS Global is a geospatial technology innovation that provides data analytics for regulatory permitted and surety bonded industrial mining. The company was founded in 2009 by Russell F. Schimmer and is based in Woodbridge, Connecticut.
GDA specializes in sophisticated processing and deep analysis of airborne and satellite imagery for agricultural intelligence. They are a recognized leader in the rapid processing and analysis of massive amounts of imagery for frequent, objective in-season assessments of crop conditions, progress, acreage, and yield from sub-field to country levels. GDA continually aggregates imagery from a multitude of sources enabling global cropland coverage and analysis. They work with customers to integrate quality imagery and advanced analysis from GDA into their agricultural management systems. GDA is, at its core, a satellite image analysis company and has been focused on tough problems in image processing from its inception in 2002. GDA grew out of a long history of science-backed image processing research particularly as it relates to agricultural analysis. They have a seasoned track record of winning highly competitive Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) grants to develop state-of-art technology and have been a prime contractor to the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service since 2005.
Pointivo Inc. is an Atlanta-based technology company that specializes in spatial intelligence software, enabling users to capture and model the dimensions of structures in 3D. Founded in 2014, Pointivo utilizes advanced technologies, including machine learning and computer vision, to analyze images from various capture methods, such as drones and mobile devices. Its cloud-based platform allows users to reconstruct scenes, extract lines, edges, and measurements, and generate highly accurate three-dimensional models. This innovative approach simplifies tasks that require precise measurements and documentation of physical assets, providing users with a deeper understanding of their environments.
IntelinAir, Inc. is an aerial imagery analytics company based in San Jose, California, focused on providing technology solutions for the agriculture sector. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in delivering actionable intelligence from aerial data, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency and increase crop yields. IntelinAir's SafeSmart technology offers precision flight and data analysis capabilities, with products including the SafeSmart RD-100 and RD-200 UAVs, which serve as flexible platforms for academic research and development. The company's interactive crop intelligence platform provides comprehensive field views, prioritizes monitoring needs, and facilitates timely reviews, empowering farmers and agricultural retailers to protect yield potential and identify sustainability opportunities throughout the growing season.
iGlobe offers spherical display solutions. They offer systems for displaying real-time data and images of every description onto three-dimensional surfaces, and the opportunity to participate in the global collaboration of government, business, education, and philanthropy to create unprecedented technical and educational tools.
ZillionInfo provides location intelligence solutions to help clients deal with large datasets, dig into data insights, and make better location allocation decisions such as site selection, territory mapping, and routing.
S2 Corporation
Grant in 2013
S2 Corporation specializes in the advancement of extreme wideband sensors that enhance radio frequency and data signal processing capabilities. The company employs innovative spatial spectral holographic technology to provide clients with comprehensive RF sensing and signal processing solutions. Central to its offerings is the extreme bandwidth analyzer and correlator, a versatile system capable of supporting a range of applications, including electronic warfare, signal intelligence, and continuous RF spectral monitoring. This system can process radio frequencies from 0.5 to 20 GHz, with the flexibility to be modified for coverage up to 40 GHz or even 110 GHz. By enabling total RF spectral awareness and full spectral adaptation, S2 Corporation positions itself as a leader in spectrum analysis technology, catering to the evolving needs of a dynamic environment.
TerraFly is an innovative technology and tool for fusing, visualizing and querying geospatial Big Data into powerful intelligent map solutions for use by industry professionals and decision makers. These powerful solutions allows for materializing and capitalizing on market opportunities that otherwise would go unseen without the visualization of Big Data - subjects and locations.
Pirouette Software
Grant in 2013
Pirouette Software is a personalized geospatial information provider. Myair and streetsmart are among the two products that are being developed. Drivers may find parking easily and safely with the use of the parking discovery and navigation software system known as streetsmart.
AOSense is a creator and producer of atom optic tools for accurate timekeeping, gravity measurement, and navigation. Inertial measuring units, gyroscopes, accelerometers, gravimeters, gravity gradiometers, and atomic frequency standards are some of their capabilities. Their product categories such as atom beam sources, electronics, frequency standards, lasers, tapered amplifiers, fiber frequency combs, optical isolators, transfer cavities, optomechanics, and atom-optic sensors.
Numerica Corporation
Grant in 2013
Numerica Corporation specializes in tracking and data fusion services within the space, air, and missile defense sectors. The company focuses on distributed tracking and multi-sensor fusion technologies to address various threats and sensor modalities associated with moving platforms. Additionally, Numerica is involved in Space Domain Awareness, which includes the detection, tracking, identification, and characterization of elements in the space domain that could influence space operations and impact national and allied security, safety, economy, or environment. Through its innovative solutions, Numerica aims to enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness for its clients.
Budding Biologist
Grant in 2013
Budding Biologist is a company dedicated to creating scientifically accurate educational tools designed to engage children in science both at school and at home. The company produces illustrated books and is expanding its offerings to include interactive video games. Their current project, supported by an NSF SBIR Phase I grant, focuses on developing an ecologically-themed video game for children in grades 1-5. This game will be released as three tablet apps and accompanied by lesson plans, worksheets, and assessment tools aligned with Common Core Standards for educational use. Collaborating with top ecologists from UC-Davis, Budding Biologist is committed to using real-life data and scientific principles to create a unique product that teaches scientific process skills in a fun and entertaining manner, addressing a notable gap in the market for ecology-focused educational video games.
CitiLogics, LLC specializes in developing advanced models and analytics tailored for the urban water infrastructure sector, focusing on both water and wastewater management. Established in 2009 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company offers a range of services including real-time model integration with SCADA systems, hydraulic and water quality model calibration, and comprehensive data analysis. CitiLogics also provides an innovative tool named Polaris, which combines a SCADA HMI emulator with real-time network forecasts and scenario management capabilities, allowing clients to explore alternative operational strategies. By employing research-level engineering expertise, CitiLogics assists clients in effectively managing their water distribution systems, enhancing their ability to respond to incidents and optimize asset management. The company serves various stakeholders within the water and wastewater industry and operates as a subsidiary of Xylem Inc.
ZillionInfo provides location intelligence solutions to help clients deal with large datasets, dig into data insights, and make better location allocation decisions such as site selection, territory mapping, and routing.
TaggPic (Acquired by Google)
Grant in 2012
TaggPic geo-recognition technology analyzes photos based solely on visual features to recognize landmarks in digital photos, and the precise locations where the photos were captured. The Problem: Hundreds of millions of digital photos from around the world are uploaded to the Web every day. This explosion of pixel data is creating the need for fast, hyper-accurate, and automatic tagging of massive collections of images. The Solution: TaggPic technology is based solely on visual features, and does not require any metadata, such as GPS tags, manual tagging, or other location sensors, although it is capable of working with inputs from all three. The underlying algorithms can determine the precise position of the camera viewpoint in a geo-referenced coordinate system, even if no prior data about the photo’s location is known. TaggPic transforms static 2D photos into auto-tagged, geo-positioned, and intelligently connected platforms. TaggPic’s crowd-fueled computer vision technology instantly recognizes landmarks, buildings, and other objects in images without the need for GPS data or manual tagging.
Azavea is a developer of geospatial web applications and data analytics tools that aim to enhance decision-making across various sectors, including education, health services, natural resources, and politics. The company harnesses the power of both open source and commercial technologies to create solutions that facilitate the access and visualization of geographic data. Azavea's offerings include geospatial data processing, earth imagery, and collaborative redistricting tools, as well as capabilities in big data processing, machine learning, and software engineering. By integrating these diverse technologies, Azavea provides clients with a comprehensive geospatial technology ecosystem designed to improve communities and the planet.
MobiLaps LLC is a software technology and professional services company that focuses on delivering customized and advanced technology solutions to both government and commercial clients. The company specializes in developing information technology and systems engineering applications, leveraging deep domain knowledge to address mission-critical IT challenges. MobiLaps provides consulting services aimed at helping clients navigate complex technical and strategic problems, particularly in the areas of networks and geospatial domains. Through its innovative approaches, MobiLaps aims to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness for its clients.
S2 Corporation
Grant in 2012
S2 Corporation specializes in the advancement of extreme wideband sensors that enhance radio frequency and data signal processing capabilities. The company employs innovative spatial spectral holographic technology to provide clients with comprehensive RF sensing and signal processing solutions. Central to its offerings is the extreme bandwidth analyzer and correlator, a versatile system capable of supporting a range of applications, including electronic warfare, signal intelligence, and continuous RF spectral monitoring. This system can process radio frequencies from 0.5 to 20 GHz, with the flexibility to be modified for coverage up to 40 GHz or even 110 GHz. By enabling total RF spectral awareness and full spectral adaptation, S2 Corporation positions itself as a leader in spectrum analysis technology, catering to the evolving needs of a dynamic environment.
Q-Track offers real-time location systems to solve indoor location problems.
TerraFly is an innovative technology and tool for fusing, visualizing and querying geospatial Big Data into powerful intelligent map solutions for use by industry professionals and decision makers. These powerful solutions allows for materializing and capitalizing on market opportunities that otherwise would go unseen without the visualization of Big Data - subjects and locations.
S2 Corporation
Grant in 2012
S2 Corporation specializes in the advancement of extreme wideband sensors that enhance radio frequency and data signal processing capabilities. The company employs innovative spatial spectral holographic technology to provide clients with comprehensive RF sensing and signal processing solutions. Central to its offerings is the extreme bandwidth analyzer and correlator, a versatile system capable of supporting a range of applications, including electronic warfare, signal intelligence, and continuous RF spectral monitoring. This system can process radio frequencies from 0.5 to 20 GHz, with the flexibility to be modified for coverage up to 40 GHz or even 110 GHz. By enabling total RF spectral awareness and full spectral adaptation, S2 Corporation positions itself as a leader in spectrum analysis technology, catering to the evolving needs of a dynamic environment.
TagArray, Inc. specializes in Real Time Location Services (RTLS) using ultra-wide band (UWB) technology. The company offers an innovative asset-tracking system designed for item-level tracking across various applications, including inventory management, healthcare assets, equipment, and agricultural tracking. TagArray's solutions are characterized by their ultra-low cost and low power consumption, enabling rapid real-time tracking with a response time of just 0.1 seconds per reading. This performance allows for mass deployment in large markets, making economical tracking feasible in areas where it previously was not possible.