Nielson Scientific
Grant in 2024
Nielson Scientific develops custom UVC systems that produce precise and consistent UVC doses for industrial applications. The company is based in Lehi, Utah.
Oscilla Power
Grant in 2024
Oscilla Power develops renewable energy solutions using its proprietary iMEC technology. It specializes in converting mechanical energy to electricity, focusing on utility-scale wave energy generation and downhole power for the oil & gas industry.
University of Utah
Grant in 2023
The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City, is the state's foremost public university and the only institution in Utah with a medical school. It offers a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate programs, encompassing over 100 undergraduate majors across disciplines such as architecture, business, education, engineering, fine arts, health careers, humanities, and social work, as well as more than 90 graduate degrees. In addition to its medical school, the University hosts a law school and a pharmacy school. Students are encouraged to engage in vibrant campus life through more than 400 clubs and organizations, alongside recreational activities and cultural events. Admission requirements include an application fee, transcripts, and standardized test scores, with a minimum high school GPA of 2.6. Financial aid is available based on both academic merit and financial need, with students required to complete the FAFSA to determine their eligibility for scholarships, loans, and grants.
Oscilla Power
Grant in 2022
Oscilla Power develops renewable energy solutions using its proprietary iMEC technology. It specializes in converting mechanical energy to electricity, focusing on utility-scale wave energy generation and downhole power for the oil & gas industry.
Energy Fuels
Grant in 2021
Energy Fuels is a United States-based uranium producer engaging in conventional mining and in situ recovery. It operates the White Mesa Mill in Utah and the Nichols Ranch ISR facility in Wyoming, and holds the Alta Mesa in situ uranium project in Texas, along with additional uranium and uranium/vanadium properties in Utah, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado. The company maintains a substantial portfolio of NI 43-101-compliant uranium resources and supplies nuclear utilities in North America, positioning itself to benefit from rising uranium demand. Founded in 1987 and previously known as Volcanic Metals Exploration, it is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
Nikola Motor Company
Grant in 2019
Nikola Motor Company is an electric vehicle manufacturer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing hydrogen fuel cells, battery electric trucks, and associated energy solutions, with the goal of transforming the transportation industry on a global scale. Nikola gained significant attention for its ambition to revolutionize the trucking sector through innovative electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies. Initially, the company focused on creating zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell trucks designed for long-haul commercial use, with a range of up to 1,200 miles. Additionally, Nikola planned to establish hydrogen refueling infrastructure to support its vehicles, further enhancing its commitment to sustainable transportation solutions.