National Science Foundation

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.

James Donlon

Program Director

Debasis Majumdar

Program Director

Graciela Narcho

Staff Associate

Sethuraman Panchanathan

Director

Past deals in Technical Support

San Diego Supercomputer Center

Grant in 2024
The San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC) enables international science and engineering discoveries through advances in computational science and data-intensive, high-performance computing. It provides access to a vast array of data and computational resources and services for all UC researchers who need cyberinfrastructure beyond their own laboratories, classrooms, departments, and academic units. SDSC’s research cyberinfrastructure includes: data-intensive computing resources to the academic and industrial communities through the RCI program's Triton Shared Computing Cluster (TSCC), a high-impact data analysis and preservation system featuring a large-scale disk storage facility, a data analysis facility for petascale research, and a shared research cluster; Gordon, the first high-performance supercomputer to use massive amounts of flash-based memory to speed solutions for data-intensive problems; Trestles, which also features flash-based memory, with a design tailored to the majority of user jobs rather than a handful of researchers who run jobs at thousands of core counts; a green data center equipped to house co-location servers; and an environment for all things related to data, including management, mining, curation, analysis, visualization, access and preservation as well as data storage technologies. Along with its broad spectrum of software, hardware, networking, and information resources, SDSC also offers users full-time support including 24-hour helpdesk services, code optimization, training, portal development, and a variety of other services. San Diego Supercomputer Center was founded in 1985.

Dallas College

Grant in 2023
Dallas College is a community college that provides higher education, and technical and vocational degrees that help in workforce development.

TCPoly

Grant in 2021
TCPoly, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in thermally conductive plastics and 3D printing materials that enhance the thermal management of electronic devices. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Knoxville, Tennessee, the company produces a range of products including filaments, heat sinks, cold plates, LED fixtures, and battery packs. Notably, TCPoly has developed the Ice9TM Flex filament, designed for additive manufacturing and suitable for low-cost 3D printers as well as traditional methods like injection molding. Their innovative materials are lightweight, electrically insulating, and corrosion-resistant, making them valuable in various industries such as heat exchangers, mold tooling, and electronics thermal management. TCPoly’s products are utilized globally, serving customers in over 20 countries.

Tangible Research

Grant in 2020
Tangible Research is a company specializing in the development of advanced robotic technologies, particularly focusing on enhancing the sense of touch for improved dexterity in telerobotic systems. They achieve this by utilizing actuators to create sophisticated robot hands equipped with sensors that mimic human fingertip capabilities, enabling precise manipulation of objects across various industries.

TRAXyL

Grant in 2020
TRAXyL, Inc. is a technology company based in Warrenton, Virginia, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the innovative installation of optical fiber through its FiberTRAX system, which allows for the direct application of optical fiber onto road surfaces without the need for traditional trenching. This method significantly simplifies the deployment of broadband communications, making it particularly beneficial for municipalities, internet service providers, and various organizations looking to enhance connectivity. By enabling the rapid rollout of optical fiber, TRAXyL aims to bridge the digital divide and improve access to high-speed internet in underserved areas, including campuses, hospitals, and military bases, while also supporting the expansion of 5G networks.

TCPoly

Grant in 2019
TCPoly, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in thermally conductive plastics and 3D printing materials that enhance the thermal management of electronic devices. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Knoxville, Tennessee, the company produces a range of products including filaments, heat sinks, cold plates, LED fixtures, and battery packs. Notably, TCPoly has developed the Ice9TM Flex filament, designed for additive manufacturing and suitable for low-cost 3D printers as well as traditional methods like injection molding. Their innovative materials are lightweight, electrically insulating, and corrosion-resistant, making them valuable in various industries such as heat exchangers, mold tooling, and electronics thermal management. TCPoly’s products are utilized globally, serving customers in over 20 countries.

Vieletech

Grant in 2019
Vieletech provides research engine controller hardware components, software, and systems integration. Their software is primarily written in LabVIEW, and their hardware is designed to interface with National Instruments RIO FPGA targets.

Leonine Technologies

Grant in 2019
Leonine Technologies is a research and development company that offers assistance with the creation of business models and product design services. They produce creative injection molding technologies that, in comparison to other commercially available technologies, will aid molders in diminishing manufacturing costs and improving process monitoring and quality control. Additionally, it offers the plastics sector consultancy, training, and other services.

Montalvo

Grant in 2018
Montalvo specializes in the production of web control products and provides full support and services for web control. In addition to other services, they provide installation, start-up support, testing, training, and repairs. They offer technical support, and customer service, and are always available.

Intentionet

Grant in 2017
Intentionet is a developer of management software that focuses on enhancing network reliability and security. The company specializes in analyzing network configurations to identify errors and automate change testing for both on-premises and cloud-based environments. By proactively addressing potential issues that could lead to outages or security breaches, Intentionet’s software provides clients with improved visibility into their network's security posture and connectivity matrix. This approach allows organizations to deploy and maintain their networks with confidence, minimizing the risks associated with operational disruptions and compliance violations.

TeraProbes

Grant in 2017
TeraProbes specializes in fully automated non-contact on-wafer probing systems. The company was founded in 2014 as a result of our research at The Ohio State University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. We believe that our non-contact probing technology can help alleviate the pains associated with contact probe wear and tear, contact repeatability, and the extremely high hardware and operation costs associated with the on-wafer device and IC characterization in the high-speed electronics industry.

Tactai

Grant in 2017
Tactai is a pioneering company focused on developing the first wearable device that allows users to touch and feel virtual objects with life-like realism. Utilizing its patent-pending Dynamic Tactile Wave™ technology, Tactai creates multi-modal experiences that engage the user's senses by integrating touch, sound, and light. The company's high-fidelity haptic device is engineered to provide precise touch sensations and features advanced hand-and-finger tracking, enhancing user interaction in various applications. Tactai's products aim to transform immersive experiences in fields such as Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality, benefiting sectors including gaming, e-commerce, training, film, architecture, and education.

TRAXyL

Grant in 2017
TRAXyL, Inc. is a technology company based in Warrenton, Virginia, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the innovative installation of optical fiber through its FiberTRAX system, which allows for the direct application of optical fiber onto road surfaces without the need for traditional trenching. This method significantly simplifies the deployment of broadband communications, making it particularly beneficial for municipalities, internet service providers, and various organizations looking to enhance connectivity. By enabling the rapid rollout of optical fiber, TRAXyL aims to bridge the digital divide and improve access to high-speed internet in underserved areas, including campuses, hospitals, and military bases, while also supporting the expansion of 5G networks.

Mirtech

Grant in 2016
Mirtech specializes in scientific research consultation and collaboration in the fields of NMR and MRI. They assist with design, pulse sequence design, data collection, and analysis. They manufacture custom MRI detectors for multi-nuclear operations as well as the design, construction, and implementation of MRI-safe devices to be used within the MRI suite.

Montalvo

Grant in 2016
Montalvo specializes in the production of web control products and provides full support and services for web control. In addition to other services, they provide installation, start-up support, testing, training, and repairs. They offer technical support, and customer service, and are always available.

ThermoFlow Labs

Grant in 2016
ThermoFlow Labs specializes in providing high performance and transforming capable technologies into solutions that meet the unique needs of their customers. The company is expected to grow into a competent research institute and manufacturer of insulation products.

Solution Spray Technologies

Grant in 2016
Solution Spray Technologies specializes in the development and application of advanced ceramic coating and membrane technologies. The company provides a range of services, including thermal spray and plasma spray consulting, aimed at addressing significant industrial challenges. Their expertise enables the creation of high-value coatings that enhance the efficiency of gas turbines by allowing them to operate at higher temperatures. Additionally, Solution Spray Technologies focuses on designing and processing optimal microstructures and compositions for coatings, helping clients achieve desired properties at reduced costs. Through their advisory and research and development services, the company supports businesses in selecting suitable compositions and microstructures tailored to specific applications.

Intentionet

Grant in 2016
Intentionet is a developer of management software that focuses on enhancing network reliability and security. The company specializes in analyzing network configurations to identify errors and automate change testing for both on-premises and cloud-based environments. By proactively addressing potential issues that could lead to outages or security breaches, Intentionet’s software provides clients with improved visibility into their network's security posture and connectivity matrix. This approach allows organizations to deploy and maintain their networks with confidence, minimizing the risks associated with operational disruptions and compliance violations.

TERA-Print

Grant in 2016
TERA-Print is a desktop nanofabrication tool and technology platform. They provide services that include nanofabrication, rapid prototyping, biotechnology, photolithography, nanotechnology, device prototyping, sensing, biosensing, microfluidics, microfabrication, mems, microarray, nanolithography, desktop, versatility, nanoscale, and cell biology.

DTN

Grant in 2014
DTN is a provider of real-time business intelligence that serves various sectors, including agriculture, energy, weather, financial analytics, and transportation. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with additional offices across several states, DTN delivers operationally-critical insights through analytics and machine learning. The company utilizes the Internet, satellite, and data feed connections to provide news, information, and analysis, empowering clients to make informed business decisions. Its services cater to industries such as commodities trading, public safety, aviation, construction, and turf management, enabling organizations with complex supply chains to navigate challenges effectively. DTN operates as a subsidiary of Telvent Git S.A.

3D Biotek

Grant in 2013
3D Biotek LLC, based in New Jersey, USA, specializes in biotechnology, particularly in the research and development of innovative 3-dimensional cell culture devices. The company employs its proprietary Precision 3D Micro-Fabrication Technology and Advanced Bio-Manufacturing Technology to create custom 3D porous scaffolds for stem cell/tissue engineering and drug discovery applications. Additionally, they offer contract services for fabricating biomedical devices, lab work, and manufacturing solutions, aiming to streamline therapeutic and pharmaceutical product development processes by reducing costs and accelerating time-to-market.

ALT

Grant in 2013
ALT LLC provides additive manufacturing and advanced material startups commonly referred to as 3D printing, the company utilizes hardware, software, and material technologies to provide 3D printing and material characterization research and development. ALT LLC also pushes additive manufacturing research and development. The company develops prototypes and other components including highly functional objects for subsequent model slicing fabrication. ALT LLC embebds anatomical models and embedded sensors. ALT LLC was established in 2010 by Jonathan Barton in Santa Barbara, California.

NBE Tech

Grant in 2013
NBE Tech, LLC, founded in 2005 and based in Blacksburg, Virginia, specializes in providing advanced material solutions for thermal management and high-temperature applications. The company offers innovative products including nano metal powder and nano silver paste, leveraging proprietary formulations to create uniform pastes of nanoscale silver powders. NBE Tech holds exclusive rights to its nanoTach® technology, which has been developed from research conducted at Virginia Tech. This technology facilitates a low-temperature joining technique that simplifies the die-attach process by allowing sintering without the need for excessive pressure, a significant improvement over traditional methods. The effectiveness and innovation of nanoTach® have been recognized with a R&D 100 Award, highlighting its impact on the fields of semiconductor electronics and optoelectronics. NBE Tech operates a high-volume production facility at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center, positioning itself as a leader in the development of materials that enhance the performance and reliability of electronic devices.

Ceralink

Grant in 2013
Ceralink offers products and services that solve strategic challenges for your company. They combine expert knowledge in materials science, hands-on engineering, and their solid network of resources to build value for their customers. Innovative. Materials Science. Solutions. Their core competencies include: - Strategic development for new materials and products - Microwave and RF processing of materials - Fabrication and analysis of ceramics, glass, metals - Additive Manufacturing - Clean, green, and lean consulting

Chiaro Technologies

Grant in 2012
Chiaro Technologies LLC is a technology company based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in the design and development of three-dimensional (3D) cameras and vision sensors for applications in logistics, robotics, and automation. Founded in 2005, the company offers advanced 3D technology solutions, including the Cloudburst 3D sensor camera, which utilizes Symbolic Light technology to capture real-time, high-precision depth images and point clouds. Chiaro Technologies also provides the Jetstream Panel application, allowing users to view, interact with, and record live 3D data from its cameras. By delivering high-speed, real-time 3D image streaming, the company enables manufacturers and machine vision vendors to create innovative solutions tailored to their specific needs. As of November 30, 2016, Chiaro Technologies operates as a subsidiary of Cognex Corporation.

MobiLaps

Grant in 2012
MobiLaps LLC is a software technology and professional services company that focuses on delivering customized and advanced technology solutions to both government and commercial clients. The company specializes in developing information technology and systems engineering applications, leveraging deep domain knowledge to address mission-critical IT challenges. MobiLaps provides consulting services aimed at helping clients navigate complex technical and strategic problems, particularly in the areas of networks and geospatial domains. Through its innovative approaches, MobiLaps aims to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness for its clients.

Hitron Technologies.

Grant in 2012
Hitron Technologies Inc., founded in 1986 and headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan, is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells broadband equipment products. It specializes in data over cable interface specification (DOCSIS) products for multiple system operators (MSOs), supporting both residential and business applications. The company's offerings include cable customer premises equipment (CPE) products such as high-speed data modems, voice gateways, and wireless gateways. Additionally, Hitron provides MoCA/WiFi extenders and troubleshooting tools like the Wireless DOCSIS Probe. It also offers investment services, automotive electronics, auto parts, and telecom products, along with research, maintenance, technical consulting, and after-sales services for electronic and telecom products. The company exports its products to America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Troy Polymers

Grant in 2012
Troy Polymers is a chemical research center. They provide services that include technical marketing support, training and development of professional resources, and testing services. An online inquiry form is available on the company's website.

Butterfly Haptics

Grant in 2004
Butterfly Haptics is a company that specializes in the development and supply of high-performance haptic interface systems aimed at enhancing research, development, and advanced applications. The company focuses on creating products that address common limitations in mechanical haptic systems, such as friction, backlash, and motor cogging. Utilizing innovative technology, Butterfly Haptics offers a unique solution that allows users to interact with virtual or remote environments through a highly tactile experience. Their systems enable users to grasp handles that are rigidly attached to a floater, which is suspended by strong magnetic fields, providing an exceptionally high-fidelity haptic sensation. This technology is designed to improve the overall user experience in various applications that require a sense of touch.
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