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Mesodyne is an engineering and manufacturing company focused on innovative electricity generation solutions, particularly through its patented LightCell technology, which converts various fuels into electricity using light. Founded in 2018 by Drs. Veronika Stelmakh and Walker Chan, the company aims to deliver portable and reliable power generation systems to military and commercial users. Mesodyne's compact power generators enhance the endurance of small autonomous systems, offering efficient and long-lasting energy sources that bridge the gap between traditional batteries and internal combustion engines. This technology is designed to alleviate the burden on dismounted warfighters and emergency responders while extending the operational range of unmanned vehicles, wearables, and other equipment.

Mesodyne is an engineering and manufacturing company focused on innovative electricity generation solutions, particularly through its patented LightCell technology, which converts various fuels into electricity using light. Founded in 2018 by Drs. Veronika Stelmakh and Walker Chan, the company aims to deliver portable and reliable power generation systems to military and commercial users. Mesodyne's compact power generators enhance the endurance of small autonomous systems, offering efficient and long-lasting energy sources that bridge the gap between traditional batteries and internal combustion engines. This technology is designed to alleviate the burden on dismounted warfighters and emergency responders while extending the operational range of unmanned vehicles, wearables, and other equipment.

NeuroGeneces utilizes advanced neuroscience, sleep expertise, and artificial intelligence to deliver brain health assessments aimed at enhancing cognitive longevity. The company has received funding from various reputable sources, including government agencies and private investors. Its flagship product is a sleep headband equipped with machine learning algorithms that analyze EEG data, comparing it against a proprietary normative database to determine an individual's biological brain age. This innovative approach allows healthcare practitioners to objectively evaluate brain function and develop targeted intervention strategies. Additionally, the device monitors sleep patterns, including quantity, quality, and heart rate variability, providing essential support for clinicians focused on wellness and preventative care. By identifying neurodegeneration early, NeuroGeneces aims to empower users to optimize their mental and physical performance.

Dia has invented an electrochemical sensor that can measure a wide variety of chemical biomarkers non-invasively in saliva or sweat. The data is sent via Bluetooth to an app on the user’s smartphone and analyzed in real-time. From the app, it can be securely sent to a third party. To date, we have measured hormones, electrolytes, neurotransmitters and metabolites. At DIA, we let the biology dictate which analyte we put on which platform – our wearable arm sleeve for sweat or our table-top device for saliva – because some biomarkers, such as cortisol fluctuate throughout the day and need to be monitored through a wearable sensor, while others, such as creatinine are more suitable to a daily saliva test.

Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing and commercializing a wearable microfluidic sensing platform. This innovative technology analyzes small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to provide insights into health, hydration, and athletic performance. The platform is designed to measure various biomarkers, including proteomics and inflammatory markers, allowing for personalized management of health and nutrition. Epicore's approach leverages over two decades of research in microfluidics and soft materials conducted by leading experts at Northwestern University. By offering a non-invasive and cost-effective solution, Epicore aims to enhance athletic performance and improve overall health monitoring for users.