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Solar Foods Ltd. is a food-tech startup based in Lappeenranta, Finland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing a sustainable protein called Solein, which serves as an alternative to animal-derived proteins. Solein is developed through a unique process that combines electricity, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, water, vitamins, and minerals to cultivate microbial biomass. This method utilizes gas fermentation, allowing the production of edible calories from hydrogen-oxidizing microbes without reliance on traditional agriculture, weather, or climate conditions. Solar Foods aims to provide nutritious food ingredients and plant-based meat alternatives that promote sustainability in food production.

Infinited Fiber Company Oy is a Finnish textile chemical recycling firm founded in 2016 and based in Espoo, Finland. The company specializes in a patented technology that transforms cellulose-rich materials, such as cotton-rich textile waste, used cardboard, and agricultural byproducts, into high-quality fibers that resemble cotton. This innovative approach addresses the environmental challenge of textile waste by converting materials that would typically be landfilled or incinerated into valuable resources for the textile industry. The technology has received validation from leading fashion brands and is poised for scaling. Infinited Fiber has been recognized for its contributions to sustainability, winning awards and being featured in notable industry listings.

Dispelix Oy specializes in designing and manufacturing optical see-through displays for smart glasses and augmented reality applications. The company's flagship product, DiSPEL, is a near-to-the-eye display that uses a lens-like light guide to project virtual images into the user's field of view. Dispelix develops advanced waveguide combiners that serve as transparent displays in extended reality devices, effectively blending virtual elements with the real world. The company caters to industry leaders in the XR sector, helping to innovate and enhance the functionality of XR wearables. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Dispelix also operates subsidiaries in the United States and China.

Dispelix Oy specializes in designing and manufacturing optical see-through displays for smart glasses and augmented reality applications. The company's flagship product, DiSPEL, is a near-to-the-eye display that uses a lens-like light guide to project virtual images into the user's field of view. Dispelix develops advanced waveguide combiners that serve as transparent displays in extended reality devices, effectively blending virtual elements with the real world. The company caters to industry leaders in the XR sector, helping to innovate and enhance the functionality of XR wearables. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Dispelix also operates subsidiaries in the United States and China.

Solar Foods Ltd. is a food-tech startup based in Lappeenranta, Finland, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing a sustainable protein called Solein, which serves as an alternative to animal-derived proteins. Solein is developed through a unique process that combines electricity, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, water, vitamins, and minerals to cultivate microbial biomass. This method utilizes gas fermentation, allowing the production of edible calories from hydrogen-oxidizing microbes without reliance on traditional agriculture, weather, or climate conditions. Solar Foods aims to provide nutritious food ingredients and plant-based meat alternatives that promote sustainability in food production.

Quanturi Oy is a Finnish company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Espoo, specializing in continuous monitoring solutions for fermentable products. The company develops and markets connected objects and systems for data analysis, focusing on agricultural, forestry, and waste management sectors. Its product offerings include wireless monitoring systems for compost temperature, grain management, hay monitoring, and other industrial temperature applications. Quanturi Oy also sells its products online and has expanded its presence to several countries, including France, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, and Belgium.

Minima Processor Oy is a technology company based in Oulu, Finland, founded in 2016, specializing in semiconductor process agnostic solutions aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in digital processors. The company's innovative technology allows for energy efficiency improvements of up to 20 times compared to traditional methods, primarily through ultra-low voltage operation and the removal of timing margins at nominal voltages. Minima Processor's offerings are applicable across various sectors, including consumer electronics, sensors, communication devices, medical applications, and computing systems. Their closed-loop, self-adapting intellectual property enables digital subsystems to operate efficiently at near-threshold voltages while retaining the ability to scale for increased computing power, thus significantly reducing voltage consumption for a range of tasks.

FocalSpec is a Finnish high-tech company based in Oulu that specializes in the production of advanced 3D optical sensors and related automated quality control systems. Its product lineup includes sensors, surface profilers, and 3D at-line scanners designed for various industries, including metal, electronics, plastics, and medical sectors. FocalSpec provides high-resolution 3D imaging and precise measurement capabilities, allowing clients to enhance their manufacturing processes and ensure quality control. The company operates globally, supported by a subsidiary in Atlanta and a network of integrators and distribution partners.

BioMensio Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Tampere, Finland, established in 2015. It specializes in developing smart multi-analyte handheld detection devices for bio-analytics, providing rapid and on-site detection of various biological targets from a small sample in a single step. The company's offerings include a novel miniaturized micro-array platform that supports the quick development of new bio-screening applications, which are applicable in areas such as saliva testing, food and milk safety, point-of-care diagnostics, and bio-security. BioMensio's technology enables the creation of label-free assays, allowing for the detection of multiple analytes without the need for labeling procedures. Additionally, its Diagnostics-as-a-Service (DXaaS) platform integrates a handheld reader, multianalyte fluid cartridges, and cloud-based analytics, facilitating easier access for original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to develop bio-analysis products and services.

Minima Processor Oy is a technology company based in Oulu, Finland, founded in 2016, specializing in semiconductor process agnostic solutions aimed at enhancing energy efficiency in digital processors. The company's innovative technology allows for energy efficiency improvements of up to 20 times compared to traditional methods, primarily through ultra-low voltage operation and the removal of timing margins at nominal voltages. Minima Processor's offerings are applicable across various sectors, including consumer electronics, sensors, communication devices, medical applications, and computing systems. Their closed-loop, self-adapting intellectual property enables digital subsystems to operate efficiently at near-threshold voltages while retaining the ability to scale for increased computing power, thus significantly reducing voltage consumption for a range of tasks.

Spectral Engines Oy, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in the development and production of advanced spectral sensors, particularly employing micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) technology. The company manufactures miniaturized sensors that make spectroscopy accessible at a competitive price point, catering to various applications including moisture measurements in pharmaceutical powders, food composition analysis, and gas detection. Its product offerings include OEM sensors, application development kits, gas sensors, portable instruments, and software development kits. Spectral Engines serves a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, providing clients with the capability for cloud connectivity and advanced algorithm integration. As of May 2018, Spectral Engines operates as a subsidiary of m-u-t AG.

Dispelix Oy specializes in designing and manufacturing optical see-through displays for smart glasses and augmented reality applications. The company's flagship product, DiSPEL, is a near-to-the-eye display that uses a lens-like light guide to project virtual images into the user's field of view. Dispelix develops advanced waveguide combiners that serve as transparent displays in extended reality devices, effectively blending virtual elements with the real world. The company caters to industry leaders in the XR sector, helping to innovate and enhance the functionality of XR wearables. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, Dispelix also operates subsidiaries in the United States and China.

Spectral Engines Oy, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in the development and production of advanced spectral sensors, particularly employing micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) technology. The company manufactures miniaturized sensors that make spectroscopy accessible at a competitive price point, catering to various applications including moisture measurements in pharmaceutical powders, food composition analysis, and gas detection. Its product offerings include OEM sensors, application development kits, gas sensors, portable instruments, and software development kits. Spectral Engines serves a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, providing clients with the capability for cloud connectivity and advanced algorithm integration. As of May 2018, Spectral Engines operates as a subsidiary of m-u-t AG.