The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in science and engineering across a wide range of disciplines. The NSF provides significant non-dilutive funding, up to $1.5 million, to startups and small businesses through its America's Seed Fund initiative, which is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program mandated by Congress. With an operating budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF is committed to advancing fundamental research and education, thus fostering innovation and technological development in the United States.
Eysz is developing a digital health platform that measures disease progression, intervention efficacy and side effects to assist clinicians in developing a personalized care plan for neurological diseases. Doctors currently rely on patient self-reported data and subjective clinical exams to manage and treat chronic neurological disorders. The lack of a reliable biomarker in neurological disease leads to economic burdens of $1.7T in the US and Europe alone and stagnant patient outcomes with no significant improvement in outcomes in the last 30 years. Eysz is using analysis of eye-movements as a biomarker to assess brain health across neurological disorders starting with epilepsy – a disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. After completing a successful clinical study sponsored by the NIH and NSF Eysz will be releasing their first product to diagnose and monitor childhood absence epilepsy in Q3 2023.
Moshion
Grant in 2022
Moshion is a data-driven platform for nurse workflow optimization to address the nursing shortage. We act as another set of eyes to help nurses using our 3D image sensors (100% privacy-preserving) to collect movement data analyzed by our machine learning models. Moshion aims to enter the remote patient monitoring market by focusing on patient turning to prevent pressure injuries. Pressure injuries are wounds that can develop when a patient (often bed bound) stays in the same position. These can be prevented by adhering to turning protocols. Our software tracks that adherence, provides personalized turn schedules for each patient, sends nurses gentle reminders, and auto-documents.
MCity
Grant in 2022
Mcity is an autonomous vehicle research center located on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It serves as a unique urban test facility that facilitates collaboration among industry, government, and academia to enhance transportation safety, sustainability, and accessibility. Mcity combines early-stage research with real-world testing and on-road vehicle deployments to validate and advance new technologies in the mobility sector. The center is staffed by renowned researchers and aims to contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation systems for the benefit of society.
Atom Bioworks
Grant in 2022
Atom Bioworks focuses on developing a pattern-recognition enabled platform that combines DNA, antibody mimics, and advanced computational techniques for the detection and treatment of infectious diseases and cancer. The platform utilizes computational biology, quantum chemistry, software, and machine learning to identify specific surface protein patterns associated with diseases. By creating corresponding pattern-matching constructs, Atom Bioworks aims to enhance researchers' capabilities in early diagnosis and therapeutic interventions, ultimately improving medical applications in the fight against infectious diseases and cancer.
Pyte
Seed Round in 2022
Pyte is a provider of secure data collaboration solutions that enables enterprises to share and utilize data while preserving confidentiality throughout the data lifecycle. The company’s innovative technology allows for computations on encrypted data without the need for decryption, facilitating seamless data access across various cloud environments and jurisdictions. This capability ensures compliance with privacy regulations and reduces the risk of data breaches. Pyte's platform supports diverse applications, from co-marketing to drug discovery and fraud detection, empowering businesses to collaborate effectively while safeguarding sensitive information. Founded by experts in secure computation, Pyte's team includes individuals with extensive academic backgrounds and accolades in the field.
Qualia Oto
Grant in 2022
Qualia Oto is a biomedical device company focused on advanced cochlear implant technology. It utilizes its core innovations to produce top-quality, shape-changing polymers and matrix-addressed electrode arrays embedded in devices for individuals' medical and personal needs. The company's technology enables higher channel count cochlear implants and auditory brainstem implants for more precise auditory nerve stimulation and the eventual incorporation of more complex, machine learning-based stimulation. Qualia Oto was founded in 2017 in Dallas, TX.
ViQi
Grant in 2022
ViQi offers software-as-a-service solutions for scientific image analysis, catering to various sectors including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. The platform enables users to customize services for data storage and analysis through a straightforward subscription model. ViQi specializes in custom image processing and informatics, providing tools such as bio-image semantic queries, module development, and assistance with intranet deployment. This allows clients to efficiently view, investigate, share, and store complex data and images, facilitating swift results and discoveries in their respective fields.
OT App Design
Grant in 2022
OT App Design provides a rapid assessment of writing that is a machine learning and research-based screening tool for school or individual applications. They use novel computer algorithms to detect handwriting proficiency. This screening tool was designed for individual students and the treatment of school-based deficits.
Blockalytics
Grant in 2022
Blockalytics specializes in industrial analytics for Internet of Things (IoT) edge applications, offering a platform that extracts insights from various data sources without the need to move the data. This approach simplifies the analytics process, cuts cloud costs, and ensures data ownership remains intact. By eliminating reliance on cloud infrastructure or central servers, Blockalytics significantly reduces latency, allowing for more efficient data processing. The company's technology enables industrial sectors to enhance their operations and decision-making capabilities through advanced analytics and machine learning.
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.
Alienbyte
Grant in 2022
Alienbyte provides medical images and labels. Their labels are required for sophisticated analysis of human or animal bodies or training AI algorithms. They use algorithmic tricks, including AI, to speed up labeling.
Anomalee
Grant in 2022
Anomalee provides deep learning certified against Trojans and parsimonious cluster-based anomaly detection. Using deep learning and artificial intelligence, they solve the most pressing real-world problems. Their technology protects AIs and networks across many fields.
Optimizing Mind
Grant in 2022
A third-wave AI company that bridges neuroscience and computer science - creating explainable and continual learning artificial intelligence.
Distributed Spectrum
Grant in 2021
Founded in 2020, Distributed Spectrum is a defense technology company that specializes in signal processing, machine learning, and embedded systems. The company develops software and sensors designed to enhance understanding of critical radio signals for various missions. Its spectrum monitoring systems provide essential situational awareness and actionable alerts, offering capabilities such as passive signature detection and signal analysis. These products enable users to comprehend the radio spectrum in their vicinity and effectively identify and track signals across diverse environments.
EYSZ
Grant in 2021
Eysz is developing a digital health platform that measures disease progression, intervention efficacy and side effects to assist clinicians in developing a personalized care plan for neurological diseases. Doctors currently rely on patient self-reported data and subjective clinical exams to manage and treat chronic neurological disorders. The lack of a reliable biomarker in neurological disease leads to economic burdens of $1.7T in the US and Europe alone and stagnant patient outcomes with no significant improvement in outcomes in the last 30 years. Eysz is using analysis of eye-movements as a biomarker to assess brain health across neurological disorders starting with epilepsy – a disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. After completing a successful clinical study sponsored by the NIH and NSF Eysz will be releasing their first product to diagnose and monitor childhood absence epilepsy in Q3 2023.
TQIntelligence
Grant in 2021
TQIntelligence, Inc. operates a platform that measures emotional distress severity through voice-based artificial intelligence technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company integrates various data sources to provide cognitive insights into risk stratification, treatment outcomes, and personalized behavioral health interventions. Its key products include TQ-Intelligence, which utilizes voice and speech analytics alongside psychometrically sound instruments, and TQ Analytics, which leverages existing electronic medical record data to deliver actionable insights. TQIntelligence's machine learning analytics and real-time prediction capabilities support therapists in diagnosing mental health issues, particularly for children and adolescents, including those from BIPOC and LGBTQ communities. By focusing on voice biomarkers, the company aims to enhance treatment planning and reduce care costs while improving outcomes in the behavioral healthcare sector.
Lambda Function
Grant in 2021
Lambda Function provides software that leverages advanced analytics and machine learning on real-time process parameter data from CNC machines and combines it with contextual data to support effective decision-making, enabling machine shops to increase productivity and increase the level of machining autonomy.
GrayMatter Robotics
Grant in 2021
GrayMatter Robotics specializes in addressing complex surface treatment and finishing challenges encountered by manufacturers with high-mix, high-variability production needs. The company develops advanced robotics equipped with proprietary artificial intelligence, which are integrated into smart robotic cells. These systems are designed to assist human operators in performing tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and productivity. By leveraging its innovative technologies, GrayMatter Robotics aims to streamline manufacturing processes, making them more effective and user-friendly for clients in various industries.
OWL Autonomous Imaging
Grant in 2021
Owl Autonomous Imaging delivers Monocular 3D Thermal Ranging™ solutions to industrial and automotive mobility markets to dramatically enhance safety day or night and in all weather conditions. Thermal Ranging™ is a new 3D modality that uses optical fusion and novel deep learning techniques to extract dense range maps from radiated heat signatures, without requiring illumination. Owl was co-founded by Chuck Gershman. Mr. Gershman has 30 years of semiconductor industry experience in executive management, marketing, engineering, business development, sales, consulting and executive advising. A serial entrepreneur, Mr. Gershman has been a member of the executive team of five startups, three of which as CEO/COO. He has had successful exits with acquisitions by Intel and PMC-Sierra. Further company information can be found at www.owlai.us
Etalyc
Grant in 2021
Etalyc is a provider of cloud-based software designed to enhance traffic operations by leveraging advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things, machine learning, and big data analytics. The company's platform integrates data from various sources, including road sensors, GPS, cameras, and even weather and social media inputs, to create a comprehensive map of traffic patterns. This innovative approach allows traffic operators to efficiently monitor infrastructure, optimize traffic flow, and address issues related to congestion and emissions. By utilizing modern technology, Etalyc aims to improve overall traffic management and enhance the efficiency of transportation systems.
Capti Voice
Grant in 2021
Capti Voice is an accessible reading platform and all-in-one literacy solution that helps struggling readers increase comprehension and reading skills. Its tool operates through an online platform and uses machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing to offer adaptive vocabulary games, contextual translation, and language detection that enable users to read in an interactive way that is accessible for everyone. Capti Voice was established in 2006 and is headquartered in Stony Brook, New York.
Lucendi
Grant in 2021
Lucendi is a developer of AI-enabled smart measurement platforms focused on micro-object detection and characterization. The company leverages advanced technologies such as computational microscopy and holographic imaging, combined with innovative image processing, big data analytics, and machine learning. This expertise allows Lucendi to provide clients with versatile applications that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. In addition to its measurement platforms, Lucendi also offers a range of products including lighting, electrical materials, solar energy systems, and electrical socket solutions.
Maijker
Grant in 2021
Maijker Corp specializes in the commercialization of advanced AI and sensor technology research. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions to address specific challenges within the manufacturing sector. By collaborating with manufacturing firms, universities, and development partners, Maijker translates cutting-edge research into practical applications that enhance industrial processes. Their work aims to create smart manufacturing systems and services, enabling companies to improve efficiency and effectiveness in their operations.
KovaDx
Grant in 2021
Millions of people suffer from Sickle Cell Disease and other hemolytic anemias. KovaDx is making healthcare accessible to these individuals by providing an affordable and easy to use point-of-care solution. Our system is based on Quantitative Phase Imaging and uses deep learning to make predictions.
Contextualize
Grant in 2021
Contextualize specializes in developing tools and technology that facilitate the capture and sharing of expertise within organizations. By utilizing mathematical descriptions of complex phenomena and advanced machine learning models, the company enables clients to extract meaningful insights from vast amounts of data. This approach transforms organizational knowledge into actionable information, making it accessible and usable for various stakeholders. Through its platform, Contextualize empowers businesses to harness the full potential of their internal expertise, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.
DeepBits
Grant in 2021
DeepBits is a cybersecurity firm dedicated to indexing and analyzing binary code to enhance threat discovery and mitigation. Drawing inspiration from Google's mission to organize information, DeepBits aims to improve the security of various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and IoT devices. The company leverages over a decade of multimillion-dollar research, supported by the National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense, to quickly identify vulnerabilities and classify malware, even as it attempts to conceal its identity. Utilizing artificial intelligence and deep learning, DeepBits' platform accurately disassembles and analyzes binary files, enabling organizations to detect threats early in the software development cycle. This proactive approach helps companies reduce cybersecurity expenditures and effectively prevent potential cyber threats.
Claudius Legal Intelligence
Grant in 2021
Claudius Legal Intelligence is a developer of a legal research assistance platform that utilizes artificial intelligence, specifically natural language processing and machine learning, to streamline the handling of new legal cases. The platform is designed to identify key legal issues and assess the value of cases, providing attorneys with data-driven insights that enhance early case assessment and optimize settlement decisions. By automating the case intake process, Claudius reduces costs and improves efficiency, allowing legal professionals to focus on the most impactful cases. The company has been recognized for its innovative approach, participating in prestigious incubators such as the Princeton University Keller Center eLab and the Duke Law School Tech Lab Accelerator, and is also an NSF Innovation Corps invention.
Summary Analytics
Grant in 2021
Summary Analytics, Inc. is a Seattle-based company founded in 2017, specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. The company develops a data analytics platform designed to address inefficiencies in data management by minimizing redundancies. By employing advanced algorithms and submodular optimization techniques, Summary Analytics enables organizations to extract valuable insights from large datasets more efficiently and cost-effectively. This innovative approach allows businesses to achieve better data insights and knowledge extraction in reduced time frames, enhancing overall decision-making processes.
NeuroTechR3
Grant in 2021
NeuroTechR3 is a biomedical device and digital health start-up that focuses on developing affordable rehabilitation technologies to enhance upper extremity function for individuals affected by brain injuries, including stroke and cerebral palsy. The company's flagship innovation, R3THATM, leverages machine learning and cloud technology to enable personalized telerehabilitation through engaging exergames designed to foster neuroplasticity. This system includes features such as motion tracking, analytics, and real-time biofeedback, which help clinicians provide high-quality, efficient care while improving patient recovery outcomes. Founded in 2020 by a team of four women, NeuroTechR3 emerged from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Rutgers University, and operates from locations in Newark, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. The company's expertise lies in biomedical engineering and computer science, positioning it to address the needs of the rehabilitation industry effectively. By advancing rehabilitation devices and machine learning-driven technologies, NeuroTechR3 aims to transform healthcare and make rehabilitation more accessible and sustainable for individuals with various impairments.
DeepCast
Grant in 2021
DeepCast is a Houston-based startup established in 2017 that specializes in providing physics modeling tools tailored for the industrial sector through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform. The company has developed a digital transformation toolkit designed to automate forecasting and optimization workflows. By integrating human intelligence, physics-based models, and advanced data-driven algorithms, DeepCast helps organizations enhance their digital transformation efforts. Its platform effectively combines industrial domain expertise with advanced artificial intelligence technology, enabling clients to improve productivity and uncover new business opportunities.
NeuroTechR3
Grant in 2021
NeuroTechR3 is a biomedical device and digital health start-up that focuses on developing affordable rehabilitation technologies to enhance upper extremity function for individuals affected by brain injuries, including stroke and cerebral palsy. The company's flagship innovation, R3THATM, leverages machine learning and cloud technology to enable personalized telerehabilitation through engaging exergames designed to foster neuroplasticity. This system includes features such as motion tracking, analytics, and real-time biofeedback, which help clinicians provide high-quality, efficient care while improving patient recovery outcomes. Founded in 2020 by a team of four women, NeuroTechR3 emerged from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and Rutgers University, and operates from locations in Newark, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. The company's expertise lies in biomedical engineering and computer science, positioning it to address the needs of the rehabilitation industry effectively. By advancing rehabilitation devices and machine learning-driven technologies, NeuroTechR3 aims to transform healthcare and make rehabilitation more accessible and sustainable for individuals with various impairments.
Oncospace
Grant in 2021
Oncospace, Inc. is a medical technology company founded in 2018 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, specializing in personalized medicine for radiation oncology. It has developed an AI-powered platform that leverages clinical treatment data to create optimized treatment plans tailored to individual patients. This platform aims to enhance patient outcomes by minimizing side effects and improving the overall quality of life. Through the use of machine learning, Oncospace's technology establishes best-practice dosimetric goals, facilitating better planning and evaluation in radiation therapy. The company focuses on fostering collaborative relationships within the medical community, thereby advancing the field of radiation oncology.
Atlas AI
Grant in 2020
Atlas AI develops business analytics software aimed at monitoring economic development drivers in emerging markets. The company's technology generates reliable socioeconomic estimates, covering aspects such as land under cultivation, staple crop productivity, household asset wealth and consumption, as well as access to essential infrastructure like power and transportation. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques and deep expertise in emerging markets, Atlas AI enables organizations to effectively allocate resources and monitor high-stakes investments and development programs, including infrastructure initiatives and market expansion efforts. The company is currently focusing on constructing these models for Sub-Saharan Africa, with the intention of scaling its solutions globally.
NanoInnovations
Grant in 2020
NanoInnovations is a research and development company established in 2014 and based in Sugar Land, Texas. It focuses on the commercialization of smart nanosensors integrated with machine learning technologies for healthcare analytics. The company's innovative platform utilizes bio-fluids, including sweat and saliva, to provide valuable insights for managing conditions such as diabetes and heart failure. By delivering real-time information, NanoInnovations aims to enhance patient care and improve healthcare management, empowering clients to make informed decisions in their medical practices.
ClimateAI
Grant in 2020
ClimateAI, Inc. is an enterprise climate platform established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing cloud-based software solutions that help businesses assess and adapt to physical climate risks. Its platform utilizes a climate decision engine and open-source satellite imagery, applying statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to deliver insights for various sectors, including agriculture, energy, construction, and asset management. By enabling users to make informed decisions regarding risk management and investment valuations, ClimateAI aims to climate-proof the global economy, thereby minimizing losses to lives, livelihoods, and the environment.
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 develops a platform that combines wearable devices and machine learning algorithms to monitor key physiological signals such as heart rate and motion. This system, known as Recovery, is designed to support mental health recovery and wellness by delivering timely interventions based on real-time data. By utilizing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, Behaivior empowers individuals to maintain their recovery process while enabling care providers to better assist their clients. The integration of AI and behavioral health technology allows Behaivior to recognize patterns in human behavior, ultimately aiming to enhance mental well-being and reduce the incidence of crises, including relapse.
ViQi
Grant in 2020
ViQi offers software-as-a-service solutions for scientific image analysis, catering to various sectors including life sciences, construction, and agriculture. The platform enables users to customize services for data storage and analysis through a straightforward subscription model. ViQi specializes in custom image processing and informatics, providing tools such as bio-image semantic queries, module development, and assistance with intranet deployment. This allows clients to efficiently view, investigate, share, and store complex data and images, facilitating swift results and discoveries in their respective fields.
VasoGnosis
Grant in 2020
VasoGnosis is an AI-powered diagnostic and surgical planning software platform focused on cerebrovascular diseases, particularly brain aneurysms. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company develops a computed-assisted diagnostic tool that automates the analysis of brain aneurysms. This tool offers advanced visualization and analysis of an individual's vascular anatomy in the affected region, supporting neurosurgeons and interventional neuroradiologists in making informed decisions that enhance patient outcomes. By leveraging machine learning, VasoGnosis aims to improve the quality of care for patients with complex vascular conditions.
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
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.
RocketML
Grant in 2020
RocketML is a Super Fast Computational engine for Machine Learning.
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, LLC specializes in developing business analytics and artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company offers a range of AI-powered tools designed to enhance diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency for healthcare organizations, medical device companies, and imaging firms. Their product suite includes classifiers for conditions such as brain cancer and paranasal sinus diseases, as well as surgical risk and patient outcome predictors. InformAI's software leverages advanced algorithms, including deep learning and natural language processing, to streamline image classification and analyze medical reports. By providing these innovative solutions, InformAI aims to facilitate quicker patient diagnoses and improve overall healthcare outcomes.
WideSense
Grant in 2020
WideSense is dedicated to promoting the adoption of clean and efficient mobility through its innovative solutions for electric vehicle fleet management. The company offers a physics-based, AI-powered software platform that assists planners and operators in designing, deploying, and managing electric vehicle fleets effectively. Its services focus on ensuring operational reliability while maximizing vehicle utilization and minimizing electricity costs. By providing tools for capital planning and continuous performance monitoring, WideSense enables fleet operators to enhance their operational efficiency and profitability. Headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company is rapidly expanding its global reach, serving major metropolitan and commercial fleet operators with expertise in software, machine learning, and fleet management.
Mapless AI
Grant in 2020
Mapless AI is a research company that develops safe alternatives for transportation systems. The company's headquarters are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
GrayMatter Robotics
Grant in 2020
GrayMatter Robotics specializes in addressing complex surface treatment and finishing challenges encountered by manufacturers with high-mix, high-variability production needs. The company develops advanced robotics equipped with proprietary artificial intelligence, which are integrated into smart robotic cells. These systems are designed to assist human operators in performing tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and productivity. By leveraging its innovative technologies, GrayMatter Robotics aims to streamline manufacturing processes, making them more effective and user-friendly for clients in various industries.
Becq
Grant in 2020
Becq is a radiation shielding company leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to design materials for the nuclear industry. Their radiation shielding product lines offer superior radiation stopping power and can be optimised based on neutron and gamma sources, design temperature, desired dose rate, and geometric or weight constraints.
Infima
Grant in 2020
Infima specializes in deep learning technologies that enhance mortgage security analytics. The company's solutions provide actionable predictive insights into future borrower, security, and market behavior, allowing investors, dealers, and other market participants to make informed decisions that improve performance. By significantly increasing predictive accuracy compared to traditional methods, Infima offers superior portfolio construction, security selection, and risk management for portfolio managers and traders in the mortgage market. The company covers over 525,000 mortgage securities, which are backed by approximately 35 million mortgage loans, collectively valued at nearly $11 trillion.
ApertureData
Grant in 2020
ApertureData specializes in data management services, offering a platform that seamlessly handles large data objects, including images, videos, and documents, without relying on multiple disconnected systems. Its flagship product, ApertureDB, integrates knowledge graphs, multimodal data, and vector search into a single database, significantly reducing data infrastructure setup times by 6 to 12 months. This efficiency is particularly valuable for Chief Technology Officers and Chief Data Officers tasked with navigating the complexities of AI deployment. By centralizing relevant datasets and providing a uniform schema view, ApertureDB enhances data retrieval and query handling, thereby supporting various AI applications, such as chatbots and machine learning solutions. The platform is designed to boost the productivity of data science and machine learning teams by an average of ten-fold, improving performance and accessibility for AI initiatives.
Atom Bioworks
Grant in 2020
Atom Bioworks focuses on developing a pattern-recognition enabled platform that combines DNA, antibody mimics, and advanced computational techniques for the detection and treatment of infectious diseases and cancer. The platform utilizes computational biology, quantum chemistry, software, and machine learning to identify specific surface protein patterns associated with diseases. By creating corresponding pattern-matching constructs, Atom Bioworks aims to enhance researchers' capabilities in early diagnosis and therapeutic interventions, ultimately improving medical applications in the fight against infectious diseases and cancer.
RediMinds
Grant in 2020
RediMinds is a data and analytics consulting firm that specializes in providing digital engineering services tailored to enhance business operations. The company assists clients in managing large databases and implementing modern data systems, focusing on areas such as data strategy, data engineering, and data innovation. By leveraging advanced analytics and emerging data-driven insights, RediMinds enables businesses to optimize their operations, improve decision-making, and drive profitability. Their custom solutions are designed to create improved customer experiences while allowing clients to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Through rigorous market testing and validation of digital, cloud, and AI investments, RediMinds supports clients in achieving growth and realizing their full potential.
Koliber Biosciences
Grant in 2020
Koliber Biosciences provides data science services including the development of predictive models for customers and practical statistics coaching.
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.
OWL Autonomous Imaging
Grant in 2020
Owl Autonomous Imaging delivers Monocular 3D Thermal Ranging™ solutions to industrial and automotive mobility markets to dramatically enhance safety day or night and in all weather conditions. Thermal Ranging™ is a new 3D modality that uses optical fusion and novel deep learning techniques to extract dense range maps from radiated heat signatures, without requiring illumination. Owl was co-founded by Chuck Gershman. Mr. Gershman has 30 years of semiconductor industry experience in executive management, marketing, engineering, business development, sales, consulting and executive advising. A serial entrepreneur, Mr. Gershman has been a member of the executive team of five startups, three of which as CEO/COO. He has had successful exits with acquisitions by Intel and PMC-Sierra. Further company information can be found at www.owlai.us
Terrafuse
Grant in 2020
Terrafuse focuses on developing artificial intelligence tools that deliver actionable climate intelligence. By employing machine learning emulators of weather and hydroclimate models, Terrafuse provides forecasting capabilities for assessing operational and financial risks associated with climate change. This technology empowers clients to make informed, climate-sensitive decisions, enhancing their strategic planning and risk management.
Trash
Grant in 2020
Trash Inc. is a video editing software company that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to simplify the creation and editing of short-form videos. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Angeles, the company provides a platform that features predictive editing capabilities, allowing users to quickly generate high-quality videos directly from their phones. Trash Inc.'s innovative toolkit includes a stock video repository, enhanced by computer vision technology, to assist users in real-time video editing. The company has received backing from the National Science Foundation and operates under the umbrella of Visual Supply Company since late 2020.
Berkeley Marine Robotics
Grant in 2020
Berkeley Marine Robotics specializes in the development of autonomous underwater swarm robotic systems aimed at enhancing ocean exploration and conservation. The company has created unmanned underwater vehicles that enable efficient inspections of ships entering ports, facilitating fast and cost-effective evaluations through underwater wireless communication. Its technology measures hull-fouling levels, allowing for optimized cleaning schedules and improved coating performance. By leveraging swarm robotics, underwater laser communication, and machine learning for vision models, Berkeley Marine Robotics addresses challenges in GPS-denied and degraded marine environments. This innovation helps shipping operators lower fuel costs and minimize emissions related to biofouling, while also contributing to the protection of marine ecosystems.
ThermoAI
Grant in 2019
ThermoAI uses patent-pending proprietary machine learning algorithms to optimize the total processes of industrial combustion. How does the moisture content effect reaction temperatures? How does falling atmospheric pressure impact the amount of fuel needed? What is the exact optimal level of air intake to ensure perfect combustion? Our systems constantly monitor all factors and are constantly optimizing levels to keep a close to perfect combustion. Saving fuel, increasing energy output, increasing the lifetime value of expensive parts, and lowering emissions.
iSono Health
Grant in 2019
iSono Health is transforming breast cancer screening by combining automated ultrasound and artificial intelligence (AI) to empower women and physicians with accessible and personalized breast health monitoring.
TQIntelligence
Grant in 2019
TQIntelligence, Inc. operates a platform that measures emotional distress severity through voice-based artificial intelligence technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company integrates various data sources to provide cognitive insights into risk stratification, treatment outcomes, and personalized behavioral health interventions. Its key products include TQ-Intelligence, which utilizes voice and speech analytics alongside psychometrically sound instruments, and TQ Analytics, which leverages existing electronic medical record data to deliver actionable insights. TQIntelligence's machine learning analytics and real-time prediction capabilities support therapists in diagnosing mental health issues, particularly for children and adolescents, including those from BIPOC and LGBTQ communities. By focusing on voice biomarkers, the company aims to enhance treatment planning and reduce care costs while improving outcomes in the behavioral healthcare sector.
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 data science and imaging analysis to support radiologists in their diagnostic processes. By utilizing machine learning, DeepHealth distills extensive insights from medical experts into software designed to enhance the accuracy and reliability of radiological assessments. The company's mission is to improve patient care by providing trustworthy products that are grounded in rigorous scientific research and integrated into clinical practice.
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 specializes in AI software that enhances decision-making by identifying and visually explaining critical patterns in complex data. Their interactive data visualization platform employs advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence to create a map-like representation of high-dimensional data. This approach caters to users' visual literacy, making it accessible and easy to understand. By facilitating the construction of explainable AI models, Akai Kaeru aids data scientists in addressing intricate real-world challenges, ultimately empowering clients to make informed decisions amidst complex multivariate factors.
scite
Grant in 2019
Scite is a platform that uses deep learning, natural language processing, and a network of experts to identify and promote reliable research by evaluating the veracity of scientific claims. It can automatically classify scientific citations as supporting, refuting, or mentioning, thus enabling users to score the veracity of scientific reports, researchers, institutions, journals, and scientific fields.
BadVR
Grant in 2019
BadVR specializes in creating immersive data visualization experiences through virtual reality technology. By allowing users to engage with data in a three-dimensional space, BadVR enhances the ability to discover valuable insights and identify hidden opportunities. The platform is designed to make complex data more accessible and actionable, enabling companies to make informed decisions quickly and effectively. Using a combination of virtual reality and machine learning, BadVR simplifies data analysis, requiring minimal effort or specialized training from users. This innovative approach helps both government and commercial clients maximize the value of their data while addressing potential challenges in their operations.
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.
Etalyc
Grant in 2019
Etalyc is a provider of cloud-based software designed to enhance traffic operations by leveraging advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things, machine learning, and big data analytics. The company's platform integrates data from various sources, including road sensors, GPS, cameras, and even weather and social media inputs, to create a comprehensive map of traffic patterns. This innovative approach allows traffic operators to efficiently monitor infrastructure, optimize traffic flow, and address issues related to congestion and emissions. By utilizing modern technology, Etalyc aims to improve overall traffic management and enhance the efficiency of transportation systems.
Oncospace
Grant in 2019
Oncospace, Inc. is a medical technology company founded in 2018 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, specializing in personalized medicine for radiation oncology. It has developed an AI-powered platform that leverages clinical treatment data to create optimized treatment plans tailored to individual patients. This platform aims to enhance patient outcomes by minimizing side effects and improving the overall quality of life. Through the use of machine learning, Oncospace's technology establishes best-practice dosimetric goals, facilitating better planning and evaluation in radiation therapy. The company focuses on fostering collaborative relationships within the medical community, thereby advancing the field of radiation oncology.
Atlas AI
Grant in 2019
Atlas AI develops business analytics software aimed at monitoring economic development drivers in emerging markets. The company's technology generates reliable socioeconomic estimates, covering aspects such as land under cultivation, staple crop productivity, household asset wealth and consumption, as well as access to essential infrastructure like power and transportation. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques and deep expertise in emerging markets, Atlas AI enables organizations to effectively allocate resources and monitor high-stakes investments and development programs, including infrastructure initiatives and market expansion efforts. The company is currently focusing on constructing these models for Sub-Saharan Africa, with the intention of scaling its solutions globally.
Accordion Health
Grant in 2019
Accordion Health, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in healthcare predictive analytics software solutions. As a subsidiary of Evolent Health, Accordion Health focuses on transforming large datasets into actionable insights through advanced machine learning and innovative design. Its platform processes data to identify undocumented conditions and track member behaviors in real-time, providing healthcare organizations with targeted guidance. By offering custom analytics and precise predictions, Accordion Health aims to help these organizations lower costs and enhance quality outcomes.
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.
Becq
Grant in 2019
Becq is a radiation shielding company leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to design materials for the nuclear industry. Their radiation shielding product lines offer superior radiation stopping power and can be optimised based on neutron and gamma sources, design temperature, desired dose rate, and geometric or weight constraints.
Vidrovr
Grant in 2019
Vidrovr Inc. offers a video processing platform that organizes and enhances video content through advanced multimodal computer vision and machine learning technologies. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company specializes in indexing, tagging, and understanding video, allowing users to search and retrieve specific content within videos. Vidrovr's systems cater to various domains, including sports, government, and media, and provide tools such as a Metadata API for seamless integration and hyper-searchable video indexing. Additionally, the platform features a Clip Generator that produces smaller, social media-ready video clips, facilitating direct interaction with multimedia content and improving content management efficiency.
Geopipe
Grant in 2019
Geopipe is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that utilizes machine learning to create immersive digital twins of the real world. The firm develops subscription-based software tools that analyze extensive geographic and numeric data, including satellite imagery, maps, and laser scans. By employing advanced algorithmic techniques, Geopipe reconstructs entire cities swiftly, allowing applications in gaming, simulation, architecture, and more. This innovative approach aids real estate developers in expediting their projects, ultimately saving time and costs.
AwareAbility Technolgies
Grant in 2019
AwareAbility Technologies enables businesses gain new insights from analytics on data from almost anywhere in the physical world. They overcome barriers to gathering and processing data in austere environments through three core technologies: Radiological power technologies, Internet of Things -style data collection and Machine Learning analytics.
SpIntellx
Grant in 2019
SpIntellx, Inc. is a computational and systems pathology company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in spatial intelligence software products for cancer diagnosis. Established in 2017, the company offers innovative solutions such as SpIntellx, which analyzes image data sets from various imaging platforms and reagent types, enabling precise analysis of pathology tissue sections. Additionally, SpIntellx provides HistoMapr, a computational guide for pathologists, and TumorMapr, which examines the spatial interactions of biomarkers within whole slide images using multiplexed fluorescence. By leveraging unbiased spatial analytics powered by explainable AI, SpIntellx aims to enhance the understanding of complex cancer biology, contributing to advancements in medicine and research across drug development, diagnostics, and treatment pipelines.
Unanimous AI
Grant in 2019
Unanimous A.I., Inc. specializes in swarm artificial intelligence software solutions that harness collective human intelligence to enhance decision-making and predictions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers two primary products: Swarm Insight and Swarm IQ. Swarm Insight enables organizations to gather and analyze consumer insights more accurately than traditional methods, while Swarm IQ enhances the predictive capabilities of business teams, improving forecasts and evaluations. By merging real-time human input with AI algorithms, Unanimous A.I. creates dynamic systems that keep people involved in the decision-making process, rather than replacing them with automated solutions. This innovative approach has garnered recognition, including awards at the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards. With additional offices in locations such as Arlington, San Luis Obispo, Chicago, and Washington, the company aims to transform how organizations harness collective intelligence for various applications, from marketing to finance.
Solvus Global
Grant in 2019
Solvus Global specializes in advanced technology solutions for the materials and manufacturing industries, focusing on additive manufacturing, machine learning, and sustainable materials processing. The company offers a unique online platform for purchasing quality-controlled, custom-processed powders tailored for cold spray and additive manufacturing, adhering to stringent quality standards. Solvus Global also integrates customized data management systems into manufacturing cells, allowing clients to achieve real-time, secure cloud synchronization. This capability enables the implementation of machine learning-powered feedback controls, enhancing process performance and efficiency. With its expertise, Solvus Global is well-equipped to provide tailored solutions that improve manufacturing capabilities and foster growth for its clients.
AquaNRG
Seed Round in 2019
AquaNRG has developed a state-of-the-art cloud-based application for energy, water and environmental markets which merges physics-chemistry simulation with machine learning for faster, more accurate and less expensive product and process design and engineering
Equilo
Grant in 2019
Equilo is a data analytics-as-a-service platform that harnesses big data, deep analytics, and machine learning to provide decision makers with the information they need. They offer gender analysis tools that instantly provide analysis and action planning using the most up-to-date data. They use specialists, portfolio managers, program managers, and business development professionals.
Lucendi
Grant in 2019
Lucendi is a developer of AI-enabled smart measurement platforms focused on micro-object detection and characterization. The company leverages advanced technologies such as computational microscopy and holographic imaging, combined with innovative image processing, big data analytics, and machine learning. This expertise allows Lucendi to provide clients with versatile applications that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. In addition to its measurement platforms, Lucendi also offers a range of products including lighting, electrical materials, solar energy systems, and electrical socket solutions.
RocketML
Seed Round in 2019
RocketML is a Super Fast Computational engine for Machine Learning.
Terrafuse
Grant in 2018
Terrafuse focuses on developing artificial intelligence tools that deliver actionable climate intelligence. By employing machine learning emulators of weather and hydroclimate models, Terrafuse provides forecasting capabilities for assessing operational and financial risks associated with climate change. This technology empowers clients to make informed, climate-sensitive decisions, enhancing their strategic planning and risk management.
Trash
Grant in 2018
Trash Inc. is a video editing software company that utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to simplify the creation and editing of short-form videos. Founded in 2017 and based in Los Angeles, the company provides a platform that features predictive editing capabilities, allowing users to quickly generate high-quality videos directly from their phones. Trash Inc.'s innovative toolkit includes a stock video repository, enhanced by computer vision technology, to assist users in real-time video editing. The company has received backing from the National Science Foundation and operates under the umbrella of Visual Supply Company since late 2020.
Prenosis
Grant in 2018
Prenosis, Inc. is an artificial intelligence company focused on advancing precision medicine in acute care settings. The company’s Immunix™ platform utilizes a comprehensive biomarker-clinical dataset to generate valuable biological insights, facilitating the rapid development of precision medicine products. This platform allows for the real-time delivery of tailored therapies, enhancing the ability of healthcare providers to respond to individual patient needs. Notably, Prenosis developed the Sepsis ImmunoScore™, which is recognized as the first FDA-authorized AI diagnostic tool for sepsis. By integrating deep biological and clinical data through machine learning, Prenosis aims to offer a more holistic view of patient health states, ultimately improving clinical outcomes and reducing hospital costs.
Parabricks
Grant in 2018
Parabricks specializes in high-performance genomic analysis software that leverages GPU acceleration and machine learning to enable rapid processing of next-generation sequencing data. The company's technology allows for whole human genome sequencing in under an hour, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with genomic analysis. By providing fast, efficient, and low-cost solutions for genomic data processing, Parabricks enhances the throughput of healthcare facilities, facilitating personalized treatment based on individual genomic variations. This innovative approach has the potential to transform healthcare practices by improving the speed and efficiency of genetic analysis, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes.
Inspirit IoT
Grant in 2018
Inspirit IoT is a software company established in 2016 and based in Champaign, Illinois, specializing in machine learning solutions for IoT hardware. The company aims to lead in sensor intelligence by providing advanced analytics that enhance the performance of IoT devices. Its offerings include the Xcelo Compiler, SoundGuardian, and DNN Architect, which deliver tools for deep neural network analysis, optimization, and hardware acceleration. By utilizing chip-agnostic high-level synthesis and custom platforms, Inspirit IoT enables clients to improve their hardware deployment efficiency and enhance customer experiences across various markets.
Behaivior
Grant in 2018
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 develops a platform that combines wearable devices and machine learning algorithms to monitor key physiological signals such as heart rate and motion. This system, known as Recovery, is designed to support mental health recovery and wellness by delivering timely interventions based on real-time data. By utilizing a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, Behaivior empowers individuals to maintain their recovery process while enabling care providers to better assist their clients. The integration of AI and behavioral health technology allows Behaivior to recognize patterns in human behavior, ultimately aiming to enhance mental well-being and reduce the incidence of crises, including relapse.
SquidBooks
Grant in 2018
SquidBooks is a platform for learning science that offers technical courses. Their goal is to open up science to a wide range of learners. They consider that every student has a fundamental right to opportunities for learning that are interesting, pertinent, and appropriately challenging. They provide dynamic, subscriber, and targeted science learning activities using the most recent advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
TOPBOTS
Grant in 2018
TOPBOTS they helps organizations and emerging technologies.
EigenPatterns
Grant in 2018
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.
Apollo AI
Grant in 2018
Apollo AI builds super-safe self-driving systems and HD maps. They offer mapping, object detection, tracking, and classification, as well as decision-making and path optimization. They also offer information theory, control systems, detection and estimation, machine learning, neural networks, communication and signal processing systems, systems design, and navigation.
AI Strike
Grant in 2018
AI Strike provides big data and AI technology solutions and decision support systems that improve the bottom line of clients. The company's headquarters are in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
Kraenion
Grant in 2018
Kraenion is an applied machine learning company developing a visual cortex for machines that interact with the physical world. Their vision algorithms, stereo camera technology, sensors and compute hardware together deliver integrated perception solutions for robotics and industrial machinery. The company was founded in 2017 by Dr. Binu Mathew and is located in Silicon Valley.
AuCoDe
Grant in 2018
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.
PIPA
Grant in 2018
PIPA applies state-of-the-art machine learning, deep learning, NLP, optimization, graph, theoretical, and scientific computation algorithms to build predictors and knowledge graphs that capture the intricacies of biological connections with high fidelity.
Parabricks
Seed Round in 2018
Parabricks specializes in high-performance genomic analysis software that leverages GPU acceleration and machine learning to enable rapid processing of next-generation sequencing data. The company's technology allows for whole human genome sequencing in under an hour, significantly reducing the time and cost associated with genomic analysis. By providing fast, efficient, and low-cost solutions for genomic data processing, Parabricks enhances the throughput of healthcare facilities, facilitating personalized treatment based on individual genomic variations. This innovative approach has the potential to transform healthcare practices by improving the speed and efficiency of genetic analysis, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes.
Radial Analytics
Grant in 2018
Radial Analytics is a venture-backed startup with a unique technology and approach. Every day, patients across America face “crossroads moments” in their healthcare journey. Clinicians often describe these moments as “inflection points,” windows of time when focused intervention by doctors, nurses, and health plans is most impactful. Our proprietary decision support platform helps clinicians and health insurers improve decision-making at these crossroads moments. Radial Analytics received research innovation funding from the National Science Foundation and is backed by Initialized Capital. Our flagship products Smart Placement and Smart Placement Hospice are used by hospital systems, health insurance plans, and accountable care organizations. Our technology delivers real-time insights that “nudge” nurses and caregivers in the right direction, enabling higher-quality and more cost-effective decisions for the patients they serve.
Mentium Technologies
Grant in 2017
Mentium Technologies Inc. specializes in the development of artificial intelligence processors tailored for power electronics, including cameras, sensors, microphones, and wearable devices. Founded in 2016 and located in Santa Barbara, California, the company focuses on creating ultra-high efficiency AI chips that enable complex video analytics in edge applications. By leveraging a unique approach centered on non-volatile memory devices, Mentium's technology facilitates analog in-memory computation, ensuring high speed, quality, and reliability for mission-critical AI inference. Their solutions aim to achieve optimal accuracy and performance, making them particularly valuable in applications that demand resilience to temperature and device variations, such as autonomous vehicles and cloud computing.
DeepBits
Grant in 2017
DeepBits is a cybersecurity firm dedicated to indexing and analyzing binary code to enhance threat discovery and mitigation. Drawing inspiration from Google's mission to organize information, DeepBits aims to improve the security of various devices, including computers, mobile phones, and IoT devices. The company leverages over a decade of multimillion-dollar research, supported by the National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense, to quickly identify vulnerabilities and classify malware, even as it attempts to conceal its identity. Utilizing artificial intelligence and deep learning, DeepBits' platform accurately disassembles and analyzes binary files, enabling organizations to detect threats early in the software development cycle. This proactive approach helps companies reduce cybersecurity expenditures and effectively prevent potential cyber threats.
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