National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation is an independent federal agency in the United States that funds and supports research and education in science and engineering. It funds fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering and administers non-dilutive funding programs to aid early‑stage technology development, helping translate discoveries into commercially viable products and services. Through grants and fellowships, the NSF supports researchers, educators, and startups, contributing to innovation and U.S. competitiveness. The agency operates with a substantial budget to advance science, engineering, and STEM education nationwide.

James Donlon

Program Director

Sean L. Jones

Assistant Director for Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Debasis Majumdar

Program Director

Graciela Narcho

Staff Associate

Sethuraman Panchanathan

Director

Past deals in Machine Learning

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.

Moshion

Grant in 2022
Moshion is a technology company specializing in healthcare workflow optimization, specifically targeting the nursing shortage. It employs 3D image sensors, preserving patient privacy, to gather movement data, which is then analyzed using machine learning models. Moshion's primary focus is to prevent pressure injuries in bedridden patients by monitoring and optimizing patient turning protocols. The platform tracks adherence to these protocols, provides personalized turn schedules, sends reminders to nurses, and automates documentation. This data-driven approach aims to enhance patient care, improve nursing efficiency, and reduce the risk of life-threatening events.

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 testing facility that integrates early-stage research, real-world testing, and on-road vehicle deployments. MCty brings together industry, government, and academia to collaborate on advancements in transportation, focusing on enhancing safety, sustainability, and accessibility. The center is home to renowned researchers and provides an innovative urban environment for testing new mobility technologies, aiming to benefit society as a whole.

Atom Bioworks

Grant in 2022
Atom Bioworks develops a DNA-antibody mimic platform for early detection and treatment of infectious diseases. Its technology combines computational biology, quantum chemistry, software, and machine learning to create pattern-recognition constructs.

CardioPhi

Grant in 2022
CardioPhi is an artificial intelligence company developing tools for automatic and reliable interpretation of electrocardiograms to assist clinicians in diagnosing and managing cardiac arrhythmias. By applying AI to heart function data, CardioPhi aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce public spending on cardiovascular diseases through faster, more accurate ECG analysis and clinical decision support.

BrilliantMD

Grant in 2022
BrilliantMD is a company specializing in claims management services aimed at the healthcare sector. It develops advanced software designed to address issues related to claims denials. Utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain technology, and advanced analytics, BrilliantMD's software enhances transparency in healthcare data and the claims process. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to improve revenue outcomes and make informed, data-driven decisions. By transforming the claims management landscape, BrilliantMD aims to streamline operations and enhance efficiency within the healthcare industry.

Pyte

Seed Round in 2022
Pyte is a secure data collaboration solutions provider that specializes in enabling enterprises to utilize and share data while preserving confidentiality throughout the entire data lifecycle. The company's innovative platform employs advanced cryptographic technology, allowing for computations on encrypted data without decryption, thus facilitating secure collaboration across cloud environments and between multiple organizations. This technology is particularly valuable in various applications, including co-marketing, drug discovery, and fraud detection, enabling businesses to leverage their data in a privacy-compliant manner without the risk of data breaches. Founded by experts with a strong academic background, including six PhDs and several world-renowned specialists in secure computation, Pyte is committed to advancing the field of secure data utilization.

ViQi

Grant in 2022
ViQi is a software-as-a-service company specializing in scientific image analysis. It offers a customizable platform that enables users to tailor services for data storage and analysis to meet their specific requirements. The company provides tools for image processing and informatics across various sectors, including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. ViQi's platform features a bio-image semantic query system, which facilitates module development and assists with intranet deployment. Additionally, it supports the hosting of image collections, allowing clients to view, investigate, share, and store complex data and images efficiently. This comprehensive approach enables swift results and enhances the discovery process for users in diverse fields.

Blockalytics

Grant in 2022
Blockalytics specializes in federated analytics software designed for industrial applications, particularly for Internet of Things (IoT) edge environments. The company's platform enables users to extract insights from diverse data sources without transferring the data, which simplifies the analytics process and minimizes cloud expenses. By maintaining data in its original location, Blockalytics preserves data ownership and significantly reduces latency by eliminating the reliance on cloud services or central servers. This innovative approach empowers industrial sectors to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making through advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities.

OT App Design

Grant in 2022
OT App Design is a research and development company focused on utilizing machine learning to assess cognitive and motor skills in school-aged children, specifically targeting class 6 students. The company has developed a screening tool that employs advanced algorithms to analyze handwriting proficiency. This innovative application allows for the effective prediction of risks related to motor and cognitive delays, thereby aiding educators and parents in identifying potential deficits early. By offering this technology, OT App Design aims to enhance the educational experience for all students, providing crucial insights that inform intervention strategies and support tailored learning approaches.

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.

futuresTHRIVE

Grant in 2022
FuturesTHRIVE develops an AI platform to identify and track pediatric mental health, using artificial intelligence, sentiment analysis and machine learning to establish a mental health baseline that helps doctors and families understand a child's mental health and identify potential conditions early. The company also offers a digital mental health screener for children aged five to nine, collecting data on experiences, relationships and other factors to support informed decisions about a child's well-being.

Airmettle

Grant in 2022
AirMettle operates a software-defined storage platform designed to streamline data analytics processes. Its core offering is a system that converts diverse data formats into those compatible with analysis tools, thereby minimizing network traffic and reducing the need for costly memory resources in higher-level analytics applications. This enables users to efficiently extract valuable insights from their data.

Anomalee

Grant in 2022
Anomalee is a technology company specializing in safety and security applications through advanced machine learning and deep learning techniques. The company's platform is designed to address critical real-world challenges by providing certified protection against Trojans and employing cluster-based anomaly detection. Anomalee's innovative solutions are aimed at securing artificial intelligence systems and networks across various industries, ensuring the integrity of both the AIs and the data they manage. By focusing on the development of a robust technological framework, Anomalee enables customers to enhance the security of their systems and safeguard sensitive information.

Optimizing Mind

Grant in 2022
Optimizing Mind is a third-wave artificial intelligence company that integrates principles from neuroscience with computer science to develop innovative AI solutions. The company specializes in creating software that facilitates the posing, development, and debugging of machine learning problems. Its technology employs a fast and transparent approach, allowing clients to construct personalized networks that mimic human-like understanding and cognitive patterns. By focusing on explainable and continual learning, Optimizing Mind aims to enhance the capabilities of artificial intelligence, making it more adaptable and intuitive for a variety of applications.

Pyte

Grant in 2022
Pyte is a secure data collaboration solutions provider that specializes in enabling enterprises to utilize and share data while preserving confidentiality throughout the entire data lifecycle. The company's innovative platform employs advanced cryptographic technology, allowing for computations on encrypted data without decryption, thus facilitating secure collaboration across cloud environments and between multiple organizations. This technology is particularly valuable in various applications, including co-marketing, drug discovery, and fraud detection, enabling businesses to leverage their data in a privacy-compliant manner without the risk of data breaches. Founded by experts with a strong academic background, including six PhDs and several world-renowned specialists in secure computation, Pyte is committed to advancing the field of secure data utilization.

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.

Distributed Spectrum

Grant in 2021
Distributed Spectrum is a defense technology company that develops software and sensors for signal processing, machine learning, and embedded systems to help understand critical radio signals across missions. Its spectrum monitoring system provides situational awareness and real-time, actionable alerts, with capabilities including passive signature detection, signal analysis, and anomaly identification. The system is designed to work with affordable, commodity hardware and incorporates patent-pending algorithms to interpret the radio environment and track transmissions across diverse settings for defense and security applications.

CereVu Medical

Grant in 2021
CereVu Medical specializes in developing advanced medical devices. Their primary product is a wearable, single-use forehead patch connected to a reusable console, designed to monitor and analyze cerebral hemodynamics in real-time. This system employs proprietary algorithms to provide continuous pain score assessments, enabling healthcare professionals to tailor treatments based on individual patient needs.

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., established in 2016 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in voice-based artificial intelligence for mental health assessment. The company's platform integrates diverse data sources to provide cognitive insights, enabling risk stratification, tracking treatment outcomes, and personalized behavioral interventions. Key products include TQ-Intelligence, which offers insights from voice/speech analytics and other psychometrically validated instruments, and TQ Analytics, leveraging existing EMR data for actionable insights. The platform features machine learning analytics, knowledge graph, and real-time prediction capabilities to support healthcare professionals in diagnosing mental health issues more effectively, particularly for children who may struggle to communicate their distress.

Lambda Function

Grant in 2021
Lambda Function develops industrial automation software that links real-time shop-floor machining data from CNC machines with CAD/CAM data and contextual information. The platform applies advanced analytics, machine learning, and physics-based modeling to provide decision support across manufacturing engineering and operations, improving productivity and advancing autonomous, precision manufacturing.

GrayMatter Robotics

Grant in 2021
GrayMatter Robotics specializes in advanced robotic solutions for high-mix manufacturers facing complex surface treatment challenges. Their proprietary AI-driven robots assist humans in ergonomically demanding tasks, enhancing efficiency and productivity.

ETALYC

Grant in 2021
ETALYC is a SaaS company specializing in optimizing traffic operations. It integrates modern technologies like IoT, machine learning, and big data analytics to analyze and improve traffic flow using data from various transportation modes.

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.

Lucendi

Grant in 2021
Lucendi is a technology company specializing in AI-enabled smart measurement platforms focused on micro-object detection and characterization. The company’s innovative technology portfolio combines computational microscopy and holographic imaging with advanced image processing, big data, and machine learning techniques. This robust approach allows Lucendi to offer versatile applications across various industries, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness for its clients. Additionally, Lucendi provides a range of products related to lighting, electrical materials, solar energy systems, and electrical sockets, further diversifying its offerings in the technology and energy sectors.

Maijker

Grant in 2021
Maijker Corp specializes in the commercialization of advanced AI and sensor technologies, focusing on solving real-world challenges in the manufacturing sector. The company collaborates with manufacturing firms, universities, and development partners to translate innovative research into practical applications. By developing intelligent manufacturing systems and services, Maijker aims to enhance operational efficiency and address specific manufacturing issues through novel AI-driven solutions.

KovaDx

Grant in 2021
KovaDx is a healthcare company focused on improving the lives of individuals suffering from Sickle Cell Disease and other hemolytic anemias. It has developed an affordable point-of-care diagnostic and monitoring tool that leverages Quantitative Phase Imaging and deep learning technology. This innovative system aims to bridge gaps in care for blood diseases by enhancing the understanding of blood health, supporting care management, and predicting outcomes to prevent severe complications. By providing accessible and effective monitoring solutions, KovaDx strives to improve the therapeutic pipeline for rare blood diseases and ultimately enhance the overall prognosis and quality of life for affected patients.

InsightFinder

Grant in 2021
InsightFinder is a technology company that provides AI-powered observability and IT management solutions. It offers unsupervised machine‑learning based anomaly detection, root-cause analysis, and incident prediction to automatically identify, diagnose, and remediate issues across applications and infrastructure. The platform delivers real-time log analysis, metric intelligence, and alert management to reduce noise and alert fatigue while helping IT teams prevent outages and optimize performance. Its solutions are designed for enterprise-scale environments, enabling proactive maintenance for homegrown and third‑party applications and services. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, InsightFinder serves organizations seeking predictive analytics and automated troubleshooting to improve reliability and efficiency in complex IT ecosystems.

Contextualize

Grant in 2021
Contextualize is a company that specializes in developing tools and technology designed to capture and disseminate domain knowledge within organizations. Its platform enables the collection of expertise spread across various departments, making this information accessible and usable for all employees. By leveraging mathematical descriptions of complex phenomena and advanced machine learning models, Contextualize helps clients extract valuable insights and develop actionable strategies from their data. The company's innovative approach allows organizations to transform their wealth of information into practical knowledge, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

Summary Analytics

Grant in 2021
Summary Analytics is a Seattle-based company founded in 2017 that develops artificial intelligence-driven machine learning technology and a data analytics platform to deliver faster, lower-cost data insights and knowledge extraction. The company's work includes research in artificial intelligence and submodular optimization, and its platform aims to reduce data redundancies by identifying representative subsets of large datasets using AI and machine learning algorithms, enabling efficient data insights.

Innsightful

Grant in 2021
Innsightful develops wearable devices that monitor and detect anxiety and stress symptoms using AI and machine learning. Their solution integrates biometrics for early detection and provides access to therapists for personalized recommendations, empowering users to understand and manage their mental health.

Claudius Legal Intelligence

Grant in 2021
Claudius Legal Intelligence uses artificial intelligence, including natural language processing and machine learning, to process new cases, identify key legal issues, and produce data-driven valuations of case worth. The platform automates case intake, reducing the need for legal assistants and paralegals while improving early case assessment accuracy. By clarifying when to settle versus proceed to trial, it helps attorneys focus on high-impact matters and optimize settlements. The solution also serves as a legal research assistant that diagnoses judicial issues and provides guidance on case strategy, enabling data-driven, personalized legal services for clients.

NeuroTechR3

Grant in 2021
NeuroTechR3 is a biomedical device and digital health start-up focused on developing affordable rehabilitation technologies aimed at enhancing upper extremity function in individuals affected by brain injuries, such as stroke and cerebral palsy. The company's flagship innovation, R3THATM, leverages machine learning-driven cloud technology and exergames tailored to promote neuroplasticity, incorporating motion tracking, analytics, and real-time biofeedback. Founded in 2020 by four women as a spinout from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Rutgers School of Health Professions, NeuroTechR3 is committed to transforming the rehabilitation industry into a proactive, patient-centered process. The company operates from locations in Newark, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA, and has established partnerships with rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient centers, and therapists. With its expertise in biomedical engineering and computer science, the team is equipped to adapt swiftly to industry needs, aiming to provide sustainable and accessible rehabilitation solutions for individuals with various impairments. Through the advancement of rehabilitation devices and machine learning technology, NeuroTechR3 seeks to make a significant positive impact on global health outcomes.

Qas.ai

Grant in 2021
QAS.AI focuses on developing and commercializing advanced software that enhances the functionality of image-guided surgical equipment. The company specializes in image analysis and treatment management, creating tools that accurately assess tissue perfusion status and identify vessel occlusion. This software is designed for use during surgical procedures, enabling clinicians to detect areas of inadequate blood flow in the brain and to evaluate the effectiveness of aneurysm correction six months post-embolization. By providing real-time assistance during endovascular surgeries, QAS.AI aims to improve patient outcomes and support healthcare professionals in delivering precise interventions. The multidisciplinary team at QAS.AI includes specialists in biomedical engineering, neurosurgery, and pathology, ensuring a comprehensive approach to surgical technology.

Teale

Grant in 2021
Teale is a technology company based in Adkins, Texas, founded in 2020, that specializes in drilling optimization. The company develops advanced technology designed to transmit significant amounts of data from downhole drilling operations to the surface for processing. By utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning, Teale's technology aims to quickly analyze and determine the optimal parameters for efficient drilling operations. This innovation enables energy companies to enhance their drilling processes, identify areas for optimization, and potentially gain better control over their operations.

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.

DeepCast

Grant in 2021
DeepCast is a Houston-based startup established in 2017 that specializes in providing advanced modeling tools for the industrial sector through its software-as-a-service platform. The company develops a digital transformation toolkit designed to automate forecasting and optimization workflows, facilitating the integration of human intelligence with physics-based models and sophisticated machine learning algorithms. By effectively combining industrial domain knowledge with cutting-edge AI technology, DeepCast empowers organizations to enhance productivity and uncover new business opportunities, positioning itself as a key player in the digital transformation landscape for industries.

Dasion

Grant in 2021
Dasion is a machine learning software company focused on enhancing healthcare through advanced technologies. It specializes in applying geometric unified machine learning and artificial intelligence to medical diagnostics, including EEG and x-ray technologies. By developing innovative solutions, Dasion aims to improve the quality of medical diagnosis, enabling healthcare providers to utilize effective machine learning tools in their practices. The company is committed to advancing the influence of these technologies in the medical field, facilitating better healthcare outcomes.

SoilSerdem

Grant in 2021
SoilSerdem is a data-driven agricultural technology company that develops high-resolution soil fertility maps using an optimized soil sampling method and machine learning with remotely sensed data. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Ames, Iowa, the company provides turnkey, scalable informatics that generate fine-resolution soil maps to support farmers and agronomists in precise, profitable, and sustainable farm management. Its maps integrate laboratory and field measurements with satellite and other remote sensing data to address core map creation needs, enabling automated workflows and improved operational efficiency. SoilSerdem focuses on turning soil data into actionable insights for crop management and soil health, helping users optimize input use and make informed decisions at the field level.

NeuroTechR3

Grant in 2021
NeuroTechR3 is a biomedical device and digital health start-up focused on developing affordable rehabilitation technologies aimed at enhancing upper extremity function in individuals affected by brain injuries, such as stroke and cerebral palsy. The company's flagship innovation, R3THATM, leverages machine learning-driven cloud technology and exergames tailored to promote neuroplasticity, incorporating motion tracking, analytics, and real-time biofeedback. Founded in 2020 by four women as a spinout from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Rutgers School of Health Professions, NeuroTechR3 is committed to transforming the rehabilitation industry into a proactive, patient-centered process. The company operates from locations in Newark, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA, and has established partnerships with rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient centers, and therapists. With its expertise in biomedical engineering and computer science, the team is equipped to adapt swiftly to industry needs, aiming to provide sustainable and accessible rehabilitation solutions for individuals with various impairments. Through the advancement of rehabilitation devices and machine learning technology, NeuroTechR3 seeks to make a significant positive impact on global health outcomes.

Talus Bio

Grant in 2021
Talus Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in drug discovery. It focuses on developing therapies targeting challenging cancer transcription factors using its proprietary MARMOT platform, which integrates functional proteomics, automated biology, machine learning, AI, synthetic chemistry, and computational biology to design and analyze drugs, proteins, and genomics.

AG350

Grant in 2021
AG350 is a technology company that specializes in server management and maintenance solutions, primarily for the education sector. The company has developed an assignment analytics platform that automates the grading of student assignments and delivers timely feedback. This platform leverages machine learning to enhance educational outcomes by identifying common coding pitfalls and providing intelligent auto-suggestions. By streamlining the assignment management process, AG350 enables educators to concentrate on teaching, thereby improving the overall learning experience for students.

Oncospace

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2019, Oncospace is a medical technology company specializing in radiation oncology. It develops an AI-based platform designed to personalize patient treatment plans, minimize side effects, and maintain quality of life.

Atlas AI

Grant in 2020
Atlas AI develops software that monitors economic development drivers in emerging markets. Its proprietary models generate reliable socioeconomic estimates such as land use, crop productivity, household wealth, consumption, and infrastructure access. This enables private and public organizations to explore data interactively and make informed decisions about high-stakes investments and development programs.

NanoInnovations

Grant in 2020
NanoInnovations is a research and development company based in Sugar Land, Texas, established in 2014. The company specializes in the development of smart nanosensors that leverage machine learning for healthcare analytics. Its innovative platform technology is designed to analyze bio-fluids, including sweat and saliva, facilitating advancements in the management of conditions such as diabetes and heart failure. By providing real-time information, NanoInnovations empowers healthcare providers to enhance patient care and improve healthcare management outcomes.

ClimateAI

Grant in 2020
ClimateAI, established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in enterprise software designed to predict and mitigate physical risks associated with climate change on assets. Their platform employs an intuitive climate decision engine, open-source satellite imagery, statistical analysis, and machine learning to help investors, insurers, governments, and other stakeholders develop climate-resilient strategies. The company aims to reduce, monitor, and adapt to climate risks across various industries, including agriculture, energy, construction, and asset management.

Solvus Global

Grant in 2020
Solvus Global is a provider of advanced technology solutions specifically aimed at the materials and manufacturing industries. The company specializes in additive manufacturing, machine learning, and sustainable materials processing. Solvus Global offers innovative solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance efficiency, and foster growth for its clients. Their technology includes an online portal for purchasing quality-controlled, custom-processed powders suited for cold spray and additive manufacturing. Additionally, they develop customized data management systems that integrate into manufacturing cells, allowing clients to achieve real-time, secure cloud synchronization and implement machine-learning-based feedback controls to maximize process performance. With a focus on bespoke solutions, Solvus Global is dedicated to meeting the distinct needs of its customers.

Behaivior

Grant in 2020
Behaivior LLC is a digital health company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on predicting and preventing addiction relapses through innovative technology. Founded in 2017, Behaivior integrates wearable devices with machine learning algorithms to analyze real-time data from various physiological metrics, such as heart rate and skin temperature. The company’s platform, known as Recovery, employs this data to deliver timely interventions tailored to the needs of individuals in recovery. By utilizing a SaaS business model, Behaivior aims to democratize mental health recovery and support, assisting users in maintaining their wellness while enabling care providers to enhance their service delivery. Through its proactive approach, Behaivior seeks to improve mental health outcomes and reduce crisis events associated with addiction.

Dascena

Grant in 2020
Dascena, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in developing machine learning algorithms aimed at enhancing disease detection and improving patient care outcomes. Established in 2018, Dascena's flagship product, AlgoDiagnostics, autonomously processes electronic health record data to facilitate early intervention for conditions such as acute decompensation, sepsis, and acute kidney injury. The company focuses on addressing unmet healthcare needs through its innovative solutions in clinical decision support, point-of-care diagnostics, and biopharma companion diagnostics. By leveraging intensive clinical research, Dascena aims to enable clinical practitioners to make timely and accurate interventions, ultimately saving lives and enhancing the delivery of care.

BadVR

Grant in 2020
BadVR is a company specializing in immersive data visualization and analytics software that leverages virtual reality and machine learning to enhance data comprehension. By providing a platform that allows users to step inside their data, BadVR helps organizations uncover valuable insights and make informed decisions more efficiently. The company’s innovative approach is designed to visualize complex datasets in high definition, thereby facilitating the identification of hidden issues and opportunities. BadVR caters to both government and commercial clients, streamlining the decision-making process and significantly increasing the value derived from data with minimal effort or specialized training.

CereVu Medical

Grant in 2020
CereVu Medical specializes in developing advanced medical devices. Their primary product is a wearable, single-use forehead patch connected to a reusable console, designed to monitor and analyze cerebral hemodynamics in real-time. This system employs proprietary algorithms to provide continuous pain score assessments, enabling healthcare professionals to tailor treatments based on individual patient needs.

ViQi

Grant in 2020
ViQi is a software-as-a-service company specializing in scientific image analysis. It offers a customizable platform that enables users to tailor services for data storage and analysis to meet their specific requirements. The company provides tools for image processing and informatics across various sectors, including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. ViQi's platform features a bio-image semantic query system, which facilitates module development and assists with intranet deployment. Additionally, it supports the hosting of image collections, allowing clients to view, investigate, share, and store complex data and images efficiently. This comprehensive approach enables swift results and enhances the discovery process for users in diverse fields.

VasoGnosis

Grant in 2020
Founded in 2019, VasoGnosis is a Milwaukee-based healthcare technology company specializing in AI-powered diagnostic and surgical planning software for cerebrovascular diseases like brain aneurysms. Its platform automates analysis of brain aneurysms, providing advanced visualization tools to aid neurosurgeons and interventional neuroradiologists in decision-making.

Insilica

Grant in 2020
Insilica builds machine learning into medicine, chemistry and knowledge creation and to accelerate human learning, and collaboration. They are building informatics into public health, medicine, and chemistry

RocketML

Grant in 2020
RocketML is a technology company that specializes in developing an end-to-end machine learning platform. This platform empowers users to build, test, and deploy machine learning models and AI applications efficiently. It offers features such as model building, experiment tracking, and scaling on both GPU and CPU, ensuring high training speeds and cost-effectiveness.

EigenPatterns

Grant in 2020
EigenPatterns is a machine learning-based solution provider. They create collaborative anomaly detection and pattern recognition systems that combine machine learning and human expertise to provide powerful real-time monitoring capabilities. They offer real-time monitoring of the entire network using the latest machine-learning algorithms and novel data sources.

Onu Technology

Grant in 2020
The latest advances in computation are awe-inspiring, from big data to machine learning to image recognition. But these techniques are difficult to understand and implement, and can require massive computational and engineering resources. Onu is advancing the frontiers of computer science in a way that makes the power of cutting-edge algorithms accessible to all. Onu was founded by leading computer scientists and accomplished entrepreneurs. They work closely with leading researchers in academia and industry. Their ambitions befit the caliber of Their supporters and contributors.

InformAI

Grant in 2020
InformAI provides artificial intelligence and analytics solutions for healthcare, enabling faster diagnoses, improved radiology productivity, and enhanced patient outcome analysis. The company develops AI-enabled tools for image classification in MRI and CT scans, natural language processing of medical reports for business analytics, and predictive models for patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Its software targets healthcare systems, imaging/PACS providers, medical device companies, and research institutes, supporting diagnostic decision-making, workflow optimization, and risk assessment across clinical care. Founded in 2017 and based in Houston, InformAI aims to synthesize large clinical datasets and deliver actionable insights to drive improved patient outcomes and operational performance.

Sumaq Life

Grant in 2020
Sumaq Life is a technology company specializing in AI-driven healthcare solutions. It focuses on identifying cancer patients eligible for genomic testing by integrating with electronic medical records. The company then employs gene regulatory modeling to develop personalized treatment plans, targeting therapies with a higher likelihood of success across various aggressive cancer types, including metastatic melanoma, osteosarcoma, breast, pancreatic, lung, and colorectal cancer.

WideSense

Grant in 2020
WideSense accelerates clean mobility by providing software solutions for designing, deploying, and operating electric vehicle fleets profitably. Its AI-powered platform optimizes EV fleet operations, maximizing reliability and revenue while minimizing fuel costs.

GrayMatter Robotics

Grant in 2020
GrayMatter Robotics specializes in advanced robotic solutions for high-mix manufacturers facing complex surface treatment challenges. Their proprietary AI-driven robots assist humans in ergonomically demanding tasks, enhancing efficiency and productivity.

Initium.AI

Grant in 2020
Initium.AI develops a customized solution that transforms natural language into actionable insights. The company's headquarters are in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Becq

Grant in 2020
Becq specializes in designing advanced radiation shielding materials for the nuclear industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning, Becq's products offer superior radiation stopping power, adaptable to various neutron and gamma sources, temperature ranges, dose rates, and geometric constraints.

ApertureData

Grant in 2020
ApertureData develops a unified database platform that streamlines AI deployment by centralizing diverse datasets like images, videos, documents, and embeddings. It offers knowledge graph and vector search capabilities, enhancing productivity for data science teams building multimodal AI solutions.

Infima

Grant in 2020
Infima employs deep learning technologies to revolutionize mortgage security analytics. Its solutions provide actionable insights into future borrower, security, and market behavior, empowering investors and traders to make informed decisions for superior portfolio construction and risk management.

Atom Bioworks

Grant in 2020
Atom Bioworks develops a DNA-antibody mimic platform for early detection and treatment of infectious diseases. Its technology combines computational biology, quantum chemistry, software, and machine learning to create pattern-recognition constructs.

Astrolabe Analytics

Grant in 2020
Astrolabe Analytics specializes in battery data management and predictive analytics solutions, catering primarily to the automotive and electric vehicle sectors, along with aerospace and grid storage industries. The company offers a comprehensive analytics tool designed for various stakeholders across the battery value chain, from materials developers to systems integrators. Their platform enables clients to enhance business outcomes, expedite time-to-market, and make informed decisions through customized insights derived from battery data management and predictive analytics. Additionally, Astrolabe Analytics provides consulting services tailored to meet specific client needs.

RediMinds

Grant in 2020
RediMinds is a consulting firm specializing in digital engineering services that assist businesses in managing complex databases and implementing modern data systems. The company focuses on developing comprehensive data strategies, data engineering, data mining, and data innovation, tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. By leveraging emerging data-driven insights, RediMinds enables organizations to collaborate effectively with their analytics and decision science teams. This partnership helps businesses validate their digital, cloud, and AI investments while enhancing operational efficiency and profitability. Through rapid experimentation and custom solutions, RediMinds empowers clients to create superior customer experiences and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets.

Koliber Biosciences

Grant in 2020
Koliber Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance biomedical research and drug development. It offers a synthetic biology research platform that emphasizes statistically-guided experimental design, advanced modeling, and data analytics. By providing predictive modeling and practical statistics coaching, Koliber Biosciences aims to accelerate the discovery of new pharmaceuticals, enabling pharmaceutical companies to streamline their research processes and bring innovative therapies to market more efficiently.

Onu Technology

Grant in 2020
The latest advances in computation are awe-inspiring, from big data to machine learning to image recognition. But these techniques are difficult to understand and implement, and can require massive computational and engineering resources. Onu is advancing the frontiers of computer science in a way that makes the power of cutting-edge algorithms accessible to all. Onu was founded by leading computer scientists and accomplished entrepreneurs. They work closely with leading researchers in academia and industry. Their ambitions befit the caliber of Their supporters and contributors.

AuCoDe

Grant in 2020
AuCoDe aims to be the Google Alerts of controversies and crisis situations. By automatically analyzing social media and digital news streams using sophisticated machine learning techniques, they provide early detection of controversies and crisis situations. Their cutting-edge technology rapidly detects or predicts crisis situations, so their quantities trading customers can use these insights directly for complex trading strategies and beat their competition to the best trades.

Terrafuse

Grant in 2020
Terrafuse is a company that specializes in artificial intelligence to deliver actionable climate intelligence. It has developed a forecasting tool that utilizes machine learning emulators of weather and hydroclimate models. This technology aids in assessing operational and financial risks associated with climate variability, providing clients with the insights needed to make informed decisions regarding climate impacts on their businesses. Through its innovative solutions, Terrafuse addresses the growing demand for climate risk assessment in various industries.

Trash

Grant in 2020
Trash Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing artificial intelligence-assisted video editing application software. Founded in 2017 and based in Brooklyn, New York, Trash Inc. provides a machine learning-based toolkit that allows users to quickly create and edit high-quality short-form videos. The platform features a stock video repository and utilizes computer vision and artificial intelligence to enable predictive video editing in real-time. As of December 2020, Trash Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Visual Supply Company.

Berkeley Marine Robotics

Grant in 2020
Berkeley Marine Robotics specializes in developing autonomous unmanned underwater vehicle swarms designed for ocean exploration and conservation. The company's innovative platform facilitates fast and cost-effective inspections of vessels entering ports, utilizing underwater wireless communication to assess hull-fouling levels. By optimizing cleaning schedules and enhancing coating performance, these systems help shipping operators to reduce fuel costs and mitigate carbon dioxide emissions associated with biofouling. Additionally, Berkeley Marine Robotics incorporates swarm robotics, underwater wireless laser communication, and advanced machine learning models tailored for GPS-denied marine environments, ultimately supporting the protection of marine ecosystems.

Polarctic

Grant in 2020
PolArctic, headquartered in Lorton, Virginia, is a specialized data science and oceanographic company focused on the Arctic region. It develops custom products and solutions, leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to address business and policy questions related to the Arctic. By providing accurate and timely data-driven insights, PolArctic empowers its clients to plan and execute maritime activities with confidence.

JuliaHub

Grant in 2020
JuliaHub is a platform empowering scientists, engineers, and innovators with high-performance computing capabilities. It enables discovery, building, and sharing of packages, along with effortless parallel computing.

Unknot.id

Grant in 2019
Unknot.id develops AI-driven location intelligence and contextual behavioral analytics that convert multi-modal sensor data into a secure, highly accurate view of human contexts and spatial environments. Its platform analyzes signals from mobile sensors and other data sources to deliver real-time situational awareness and precise 3D location data across diverse environments, with integration capabilities for existing systems and a focus on reducing costs and risks associated with legacy location technologies. This enables industries such as hospitality, property management, law enforcement, defense, health care, logistics, manufacturing, and smart infrastructure to improve operational efficiency, safety, and decision-making.

ThermoAI

Grant in 2019
ThermoAI optimizes industrial combustion processes using proprietary machine learning algorithms. Its systems continuously monitor factors such as moisture content, atmospheric pressure, and air intake levels, adjusting them in real-time to achieve near-perfect combustion. This results in fuel savings, increased energy output, extended equipment lifespan, and reduced emissions.

Hawaii Data Science Institute

Grant in 2019
The Hawaii Data Science Institute (HI-DSI) is a University of Hawaiʻi System-wide effort to support data science education, collaborative research and partnerships with industry.

USEncryption

Grant in 2019
USEncryption specializes in Privacy-Enhancing Technology, allowing confidential data sharing while maintaining privacy and security. Its patented technology enables processing encrypted data, facilitating insights extraction without decrypting first. This benefits industries like finance, healthcare, AI, and advertising by unlocking valuable insights from sensitive data while ensuring compliance with privacy standards.

TQIntelligence

Grant in 2019
TQIntelligence, Inc., established in 2016 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in voice-based artificial intelligence for mental health assessment. The company's platform integrates diverse data sources to provide cognitive insights, enabling risk stratification, tracking treatment outcomes, and personalized behavioral interventions. Key products include TQ-Intelligence, which offers insights from voice/speech analytics and other psychometrically validated instruments, and TQ Analytics, leveraging existing EMR data for actionable insights. The platform features machine learning analytics, knowledge graph, and real-time prediction capabilities to support healthcare professionals in diagnosing mental health issues more effectively, particularly for children who may struggle to communicate their distress.

Aural Analytics

Grant in 2019
Aural Analytics, Inc. is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in brain health monitoring through innovative technology. The company has developed a multi-modal analytics platform that utilizes artificial intelligence, signal processing, and speech analytics to detect subtle changes in neurological health. By converting smartphones and tablets into effective brain health monitors, Aural Analytics enables the collection of objective and interpretable data. This technology supplements traditional functional rating scales used in clinical trials, providing continuous and reliable metrics for assessing the effectiveness of medical interventions. Aural Analytics' platform captures clinically relevant speech, fine motor, and linguistic samples to offer healthcare professionals accurate assessments of patient health, thereby enhancing the understanding of disease progression.

DeepHealth

Grant in 2019
DeepHealth, Inc. is a radiology artificial intelligence and machine learning company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing solutions for the medical interpretation of mammography exams, leveraging machine learning to translate extensive insights from medical experts into software that supports radiologists. DeepHealth aims to enhance patient care by creating reliable products grounded in rigorous science and clinical integration, ultimately assisting clinicians in making informed decisions.

Initium.AI

Grant in 2019
Initium.AI develops a customized solution that transforms natural language into actionable insights. The company's headquarters are in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Akai Kaeru

Grant in 2019
Akai Kaeru develops AI software that helps data scientists understand complex data patterns visually. Their platform enables users to load, clean, analyze data, identify patterns, and extract causal relationships without extensive coding.

scite

Grant in 2019
Scite, Inc. operates a citation platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to discover and evaluate scientific articles. Founded in 2018 and located in Brooklyn, New York, the platform employs deep learning and natural language processing to analyze and classify citation statements as supportive, contradictory, or merely mentioning the original work. This innovative approach allows Scite to assess the reliability of scientific claims, researchers, institutions, journals, and fields of study. By providing a research validation tool, Scite aims to enhance the trustworthiness of scientific discourse and protect researchers from false and unverified claims, thereby promoting credible research in the scientific community.

Choosito

Grant in 2019
Choosito is a developer of a search engine tool aimed at enhancing the learning experience by optimizing resource discovery based on students' reading levels. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze human language, identifying and delivering quality educational resources tailored to individual comprehension abilities across various subjects. This approach enables users, including educators and students, to access relevant materials swiftly, facilitating effective class management and analytics. Choosito is committed to transforming the web into a valuable learning tool that supports personalized education.

BadVR

Grant in 2019
BadVR is a company specializing in immersive data visualization and analytics software that leverages virtual reality and machine learning to enhance data comprehension. By providing a platform that allows users to step inside their data, BadVR helps organizations uncover valuable insights and make informed decisions more efficiently. The company’s innovative approach is designed to visualize complex datasets in high definition, thereby facilitating the identification of hidden issues and opportunities. BadVR caters to both government and commercial clients, streamlining the decision-making process and significantly increasing the value derived from data with minimal effort or specialized training.

NeuDax

Grant in 2019
NeuDax offers a wide range of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to upstream oil and gas (O&G) industry. The NeuDax "Analytics and Software-as-a-Service" (A+SaaS) solution provides both AI-Platforms and engineering and technical consults to clients to help them improve their decision making in the unconventional oil and gas projects. The NeuDax solution is beyond limited machine learning (ML) applications. We provide solutions based on cutting-edge technologies, including deep learning (DL) and reinforcement learning (RL), to maximize the advantage of big data to oil and gas operators.

Lorykeet

Grant in 2019
Lorykeet is a software platform that identifies, manages, monitors, and mitigates AI and machine learning risks in the regulatory industry. The headquarters of the company is in Austin, Texas.

IntelinAir

Grant in 2019
IntelinAir is an aerial imagery analytics company focused on agriculture, delivering actionable intelligence from aerial data to help farmers and agricultural retailers improve efficiency, yields, and profitability. The company offers a crop intelligence and analytics platform that provides whole-field views, field prioritization, and timely monitoring to support data-driven decisions all season long. Its solutions enable users to assess current conditions, protect yield potential, and identify sustainability opportunities, while hardware and software tools support precise data collection and analysis from unmanned aerial vehicles.

ETALYC

Grant in 2019
ETALYC is a SaaS company specializing in optimizing traffic operations. It integrates modern technologies like IoT, machine learning, and big data analytics to analyze and improve traffic flow using data from various transportation modes.

Oncospace

Grant in 2019
Founded in 2019, Oncospace is a medical technology company specializing in radiation oncology. It develops an AI-based platform designed to personalize patient treatment plans, minimize side effects, and maintain quality of life.

Red Oak Strategic

Grant in 2019
Red Oak Strategic is a data science and analytics firm that empowers clients with tailored, data-driven solutions. They specialize in cloud-based data science applications using R, Python, Spark, and h2o, along with infrastructure design, database solutions, and data visualizations. Their expertise spans various sectors, including political campaigns, corporate institutions, non-profits, and startups, helping these organizations enhance decision-making, optimize processes, and achieve strategic goals.

BrilliantMD

Grant in 2019
BrilliantMD is a company specializing in claims management services aimed at the healthcare sector. It develops advanced software designed to address issues related to claims denials. Utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain technology, and advanced analytics, BrilliantMD's software enhances transparency in healthcare data and the claims process. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to improve revenue outcomes and make informed, data-driven decisions. By transforming the claims management landscape, BrilliantMD aims to streamline operations and enhance efficiency within the healthcare industry.

Atlas AI

Grant in 2019
Atlas AI develops software that monitors economic development drivers in emerging markets. Its proprietary models generate reliable socioeconomic estimates such as land use, crop productivity, household wealth, consumption, and infrastructure access. This enables private and public organizations to explore data interactively and make informed decisions about high-stakes investments and development programs.

Accordion Health

Grant in 2019
Accordion Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing predictive analytics software solutions aimed at transforming large datasets into actionable insights for healthcare organizations. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques, Accordion Health’s platform provides targeted guidance that processes data to identify undocumented conditions and track member behaviors in real-time. This enables healthcare providers to lower costs and enhance quality outcomes through custom analytics and precise predictions. The company operates as a subsidiary of Evolent Health, Inc., further expanding its capabilities in the healthcare analytics sector.

Wi Sense

Grant in 2019
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.

Onu Technology

Grant in 2019
The latest advances in computation are awe-inspiring, from big data to machine learning to image recognition. But these techniques are difficult to understand and implement, and can require massive computational and engineering resources. Onu is advancing the frontiers of computer science in a way that makes the power of cutting-edge algorithms accessible to all. Onu was founded by leading computer scientists and accomplished entrepreneurs. They work closely with leading researchers in academia and industry. Their ambitions befit the caliber of Their supporters and contributors.
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