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WiSys Technology Foundation works hand in hand with the University of Wisconsin System to support research and technology development, link campus innovators with industry leaders and speed technology transfer through patent and licensing activities.

Skyhaven Systems is a specialty research and development firm based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, with primary research and development facilities located in Westford, Massachusetts. Founded in 2017 through the merger of Reactive Innovations, LLC, the company focuses on addressing critical needs in the Defense, Energy, Aerospace, and Environmental sectors for various U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Defense and NASA. Skyhaven applies advanced electrochemical engineering and reaction-based chemical processes to tackle complex technical challenges, conducting innovative work in areas such as reactor design, separation systems, and materials development. The firm operates a 4,200 square foot facility for research, development, and light manufacturing, and it pursues government-funded contracts to explore high-risk development areas. By retaining ownership of the technology rights generated from these projects, Skyhaven can commercialize its innovations for non-government applications while providing the government with a royalty-free license to use the technologies developed. This approach positions Skyhaven as a key player in creating sustainable solutions that enhance performance and reduce costs across various industries.

Foresight Science & Technology, Inc. (Foresight), founded in 1980, is a provider of commercialization, technology transfer, and due diligence services. Their methodology is described in The Art & Science of Technology Transfer, a best-selling textbook by their founder, Dr. Phyllis “Leah” Speser, who also helped develop the legislation that created the US innovation ecosystem and is emulated by innovation ecosystems around the globe. Their customers include: universities, companies, government agencies, laboratories, foundations, inventors and investors. Their services include assessing technologies, marketing and licensing technologies, training and mentoring, launching programs, and providing operational and technical support.

Axalume develops proprietary silicon photonic integrated circuits combined with silicon electronics. Their technology aims to address interconnect bottlenecks in servers, datacenters, and high-performance computing systems. Axalume's products include silicon photonics IP, chipsets, and architecture designed to enhance Internet data centers' speed, cost-efficiency, space utilization, and energy efficiency.

Agita Labs is a startup based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It specializes in developing advanced privacy-preserving computing architectures designed to facilitate the creation of new data markets while safeguarding intellectual property and respecting personal information.

Axalume develops proprietary silicon photonic integrated circuits combined with silicon electronics. Their technology aims to address interconnect bottlenecks in servers, datacenters, and high-performance computing systems. Axalume's products include silicon photonics IP, chipsets, and architecture designed to enhance Internet data centers' speed, cost-efficiency, space utilization, and energy efficiency.

Vidatronic is a semiconductor company specializing in power management solutions. It designs and licenses energy-efficient IP blocks for embedded applications, including regulators and converters, along with foundation IPs like temperature sensors and voltage references. The company offers these products primarily for ASIC, SoC, and CPU applications, aiming to minimize system cost and improve power efficiency.

PatentDive, Inc. is a company based in New Orleans, Louisiana, that specializes in developing visual patent drafting software aimed at enhancing communication in the patent process. Founded in 2013, the company offers tools for assisted invention disclosure and rapid patent drafting, enabling users to effectively translate their ideas into patent applications. Its software features a visual interface that simplifies complex concepts, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including patent professionals, inventors, entrepreneurs, and educational institutions. Additionally, PatentDive incorporates gamified elements into its application to facilitate understanding of patent education, helping users make informed decisions throughout the patenting process.

LiloTree is an advanced materials company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, that develops next‑generation surface‑finish technologies for printed circuit boards. Its flagship electroless nickel immersion gold (ENIG) finish is cyanide‑free, corrosion resistant, and delivers a ten‑fold improvement in black pad resistance while eliminating brittle solder joint failures, over‑plating, and skip‑plating. The company also offers a patented ENIG‑Premium solution that is environmentally friendly, enhances reliability, and reduces cost for electronic manufacturers.

LiloTree is an advanced materials company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, that develops next‑generation surface‑finish technologies for printed circuit boards. Its flagship electroless nickel immersion gold (ENIG) finish is cyanide‑free, corrosion resistant, and delivers a ten‑fold improvement in black pad resistance while eliminating brittle solder joint failures, over‑plating, and skip‑plating. The company also offers a patented ENIG‑Premium solution that is environmentally friendly, enhances reliability, and reduces cost for electronic manufacturers.

PatentDive, Inc. is a company based in New Orleans, Louisiana, that specializes in developing visual patent drafting software aimed at enhancing communication in the patent process. Founded in 2013, the company offers tools for assisted invention disclosure and rapid patent drafting, enabling users to effectively translate their ideas into patent applications. Its software features a visual interface that simplifies complex concepts, making it accessible for a wide range of users, including patent professionals, inventors, entrepreneurs, and educational institutions. Additionally, PatentDive incorporates gamified elements into its application to facilitate understanding of patent education, helping users make informed decisions throughout the patenting process.

Enclavix is an Artificial Intelligence software company that uses AI advanced software to extract context and meaning from unstructured data. Our first application of our curation platform is a set of online tools to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by applying artificial intelligence, machine learning and related technologies to identify and curate the highest quality, most useful resources to coach and support startup entrepreneurs and to tackle intellectual property challenges. The company has received over $1.2 million in funding from the National Science Foundation through the SBIR program to allow the launch of the AI – powered VentureWrench Library at Library.VentureWrench.com. The VentureWrench Startup Community combines artificial intelligence and advanced software with rich content to help entrepreneurs bring capital into their business, solve problems, answer questions and help them move their business forward. The startup coaches and creators of the VentureWrench Startup Community, the team at Enclavix, LLC, are experienced entrepreneurs who have started multiple businesses, raised millions of dollars in investment from investors and the SBIR program, and sold their prior company to a public firm. Our CEO has also mentored and provided grant funding for dozens of emerging technology companies through her public service running a State funding program. The team is passionate about entrepreneurship and its potential for entrepreneurs and for the economy. Enclavix designed the VentureWrench Library to help entrepreneurs find the information they need – from the best resources – as quickly as possible. Enclavix appreciates the support of the National Science Foundation which provided funding for a portion of this work. Learn more at https://enclavix.com/ , https://venturewrench.com/ or https://venturewrench.com/about/ .

Nano-Meta Technologies develops and commercializes intellectual property. The company offers nano-antennas for heat-assisted magnetic data recording, ultra-thin optical elements, meta-surfaces, and chemical/bio/medical sensing and probing applications. It was founded in 2010 and headquartered in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Founded in 2004, ParaTechs is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative technologies and bringing novel products to market. It focuses on enabling discovery and development in the biotech sector.

Purdue Research Park, established in association with Purdue University, serves as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. It offers networking opportunities through events like Party in the Park, seminars, and academies, fostering collaboration among its tenants. The park provides low-cost or complimentary services to its occupants, enhancing their business operations.

Enclavix is an Artificial Intelligence software company that uses AI advanced software to extract context and meaning from unstructured data. Our first application of our curation platform is a set of online tools to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by applying artificial intelligence, machine learning and related technologies to identify and curate the highest quality, most useful resources to coach and support startup entrepreneurs and to tackle intellectual property challenges. The company has received over $1.2 million in funding from the National Science Foundation through the SBIR program to allow the launch of the AI – powered VentureWrench Library at Library.VentureWrench.com. The VentureWrench Startup Community combines artificial intelligence and advanced software with rich content to help entrepreneurs bring capital into their business, solve problems, answer questions and help them move their business forward. The startup coaches and creators of the VentureWrench Startup Community, the team at Enclavix, LLC, are experienced entrepreneurs who have started multiple businesses, raised millions of dollars in investment from investors and the SBIR program, and sold their prior company to a public firm. Our CEO has also mentored and provided grant funding for dozens of emerging technology companies through her public service running a State funding program. The team is passionate about entrepreneurship and its potential for entrepreneurs and for the economy. Enclavix designed the VentureWrench Library to help entrepreneurs find the information they need – from the best resources – as quickly as possible. Enclavix appreciates the support of the National Science Foundation which provided funding for a portion of this work. Learn more at https://enclavix.com/ , https://venturewrench.com/ or https://venturewrench.com/about/ .

Established in 2012 as IP Shakti, Prediqtus is a patent monetization advisory service with a passion to discover assets which can bring significant value to corporations of all sizes, universities, and federal laboratories. Prediqtus uses a proprietary and intelligent Patent Analytics platform that is not commercially available, in effect saving significant resources upfront. Prediqtus provides customized Patent Advisory, Transactions, and Patent Valuation services to its fortune 500 clients as well as prominent universities around the world. Prediqtus provides the right blend of technology expertise and strategy to its clients. All work performed at Prediqtus is done by engaged, experienced professionals. Prediqtus is a think tank which provides consulting services for creation of new IP marketplaces. By integrating patent monetization and analytics with business development strategy, the experts at Prediqtus can produce significant value. Prediqtus was formed as a world class Proof of Concept model for medical devices in partnership with leading universities around the world. Utilizing robust CEOs in Residence (CIR) program and Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIR), Prediqtus spins out viable startup companies. They play an integral role in unlocking innovation by providing early-stage support to begin the commercialization process. Although research is thriving, many valuable technologies fail to make it to market. This is especially disheartening in medical fields, as patients anxiously await new technology to improve their quality of life. Prediqtus understands the hurdles that universities, non-profits, and small entities face when deploying new innovations.

Ferric specializes in integrated voltage regulation and power management solutions through the development of single-chip power converters. The company designs high-density integrated power inductors and complementary circuit intellectual property based on patented thin-film power inductors using CMOS technology. These innovations allow for the monolithic integration of power management circuitry on chips, resulting in significant improvements in system energy efficiency. Ferric's offerings cater to a wide range of applications, from full-scale servers to chip-level solutions, enabling manufacturers to reduce both the size and cost of their power management systems.

MaxPower specializes in power semiconductors, offering innovative and cost-effective technologies that enhance power management services. The company provides a range of products, including custom and standard discrete power MOSFETs, as well as die, wafer, and assembled products. MaxPower's extensive experience in research and development, design, and applications knowledge ensures that its offerings are at the forefront of technology, enabling customers and strategic partners to optimize device performance while minimizing system costs. With a growing portfolio of intellectual property, MaxPower is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and fostering collaborative partnerships to support the development of leading-edge products in the marketplace.

Enclavix is an Artificial Intelligence software company that uses AI advanced software to extract context and meaning from unstructured data. Our first application of our curation platform is a set of online tools to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by applying artificial intelligence, machine learning and related technologies to identify and curate the highest quality, most useful resources to coach and support startup entrepreneurs and to tackle intellectual property challenges. The company has received over $1.2 million in funding from the National Science Foundation through the SBIR program to allow the launch of the AI – powered VentureWrench Library at Library.VentureWrench.com. The VentureWrench Startup Community combines artificial intelligence and advanced software with rich content to help entrepreneurs bring capital into their business, solve problems, answer questions and help them move their business forward. The startup coaches and creators of the VentureWrench Startup Community, the team at Enclavix, LLC, are experienced entrepreneurs who have started multiple businesses, raised millions of dollars in investment from investors and the SBIR program, and sold their prior company to a public firm. Our CEO has also mentored and provided grant funding for dozens of emerging technology companies through her public service running a State funding program. The team is passionate about entrepreneurship and its potential for entrepreneurs and for the economy. Enclavix designed the VentureWrench Library to help entrepreneurs find the information they need – from the best resources – as quickly as possible. Enclavix appreciates the support of the National Science Foundation which provided funding for a portion of this work. Learn more at https://enclavix.com/ , https://venturewrench.com/ or https://venturewrench.com/about/ .

Founded in 2010, Zeno Semiconductor develops and licenses novel memory and logic technologies that enable scaling of semiconductor devices without requiring new materials or equipment. The company holds over 50 patents.

InnoGenomics Technologies specializes in genetic testing solutions, offering a comprehensive range of services that includes DNA quantification, STR genotyping, genotyping and gene expression assays. The company has developed a patented technology that is versatile and applicable in various fields such as forensic identification, missing person investigations, and the establishment of relationships and ancestral ethnic-geographic connections. Additionally, InnoGenomics provides biological sample research and development, validation services, and training to support its genetic testing capabilities. This combination of innovative technology and diverse service offerings positions InnoGenomics as a key player in the genetic testing industry.

Ferric specializes in integrated voltage regulation and power management solutions through the development of single-chip power converters. The company designs high-density integrated power inductors and complementary circuit intellectual property based on patented thin-film power inductors using CMOS technology. These innovations allow for the monolithic integration of power management circuitry on chips, resulting in significant improvements in system energy efficiency. Ferric's offerings cater to a wide range of applications, from full-scale servers to chip-level solutions, enabling manufacturers to reduce both the size and cost of their power management systems.

QM Power, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, designs and manufactures magnetic circuits and electronic controllers for electric motors, generators, and actuators. Its product line includes synchronous and electronic‑start motors and fan motors for commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems such as reach‑in display cases, vending machines, ice machines, ERV‑HRVs, VAVs, furnace fans, and agricultural ventilation. The company leverages proprietary technologies—QSync, Parallel Path Magnetic Technology, PPMT, PMC, QSR, QTorq, and QStor—to deliver low‑cost, high‑efficiency solutions that reduce energy consumption in refrigeration and other applications. QM Power collaborates with academic and commercial partners to develop prototypes and offers financing, services, and online sales to customers worldwide.