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Colabra develops data integration and collaboration tools for scientific teams, enabling real-time collaboration, integration of all data, and agile project management. Its platform helps scientists track workflows, gather and share feedback, and publish data and outcomes, supporting research and development efforts by eliminating inefficiencies, boosting research efficiency, and fostering more innovative work.

Talofa is building games that make players mentally and physically healthier. Their flagship game on the platform, Run Legends, got over 300,000 downloads in the first 3 months and was featured as one of the "Best New Games" by Apple and Google Play Stores. Talofa’s team has been built up with game veterans from EA, 2K, and Riot Games and the CEO, Jenny Xu, has created mobile games with over 10M downloads.

Anise Health is a digital platform designed to deliver culturally-responsive mental health care tailored specifically for people of color. It addresses the unique challenges faced by these communities, offering therapy, behavioral coaching, and self-guided tools to tackle issues such as minority stress, low self-worth, guilt, and negative emotions. The platform has demonstrated a fivefold increase in effectiveness compared to conventional mental health approaches, emphasizing its commitment to meeting the specific needs of underserved populations. By enabling users to measure progress, monitor growth, and maintain long-term well-being, Anise Health plays a vital role in promoting mental health and overall wellness within these communities.

Do. Sukasu is a software company that specializes in the development of visual space perception ability for brain science approaches.

Gravel AI develops a data-driven platform that analyzes chemical consumption to help manufacturers unlock demand in new and existing markets. The platform generates ultra-granular cosmetics ingredient market data by tracking formulation changes, ingredient substitutions, and post-launch product survival, translating these signals into broad patterns of ingredient adoption. This insight empowers chemical manufacturers and brands to trust the data, understand market dynamics, and take actions to grow their business.

Ruby Bio is a biosynthesis platform that uses naturally occurring yeast to convert low-cost sugar into high-value products. These products are complex molecules that are biodegradable and non-toxic, enabling industries to shift towards full sustainability.

Swing develops safe and effective digital therapeutics for chronic conditions, partnering with top researchers to create evidence-based treatments. Their solutions empower patients to manage their illnesses, improving health outcomes.

Behavidence is a company that specializes in mental health diagnosis and monitoring through the use of artificial intelligence. It focuses on detecting subtle changes in phone usage patterns to identify and monitor conditions such as Depression, Anxiety, Stress, ADHD, and Postpartum Depression. By employing digital phenotyping and machine learning algorithms, Behavidence provides high-accuracy tools for evaluating the onset, progression, and potential relapse of these mental health conditions. Its products have been adopted by various health organizations, health technology firms, and governmental entities worldwide, enabling effective screening, remote monitoring, and detection of comorbidities. The platform prioritizes user privacy, imposes no burden on respondents, and offers real-time feedback, thus enhancing therapeutic interventions and improving overall quality of life for users and caregivers.

Woebot Health is a digital mental healthcare provider that offers a platform designed to deliver personalized support and guidance. Utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and natural language processing, Woebot Health incorporates clinically proven therapeutic techniques into its services. The centerpiece of its offering is Woebot, an engaging relational agent that facilitates continuous, empathic, and user-friendly interactions. This innovative approach allows individuals and organizations to access effective mental health support seamlessly, fitting into daily life and providing help whenever needed. Woebot Health aims to enhance mental well-being through scalable digital tools, making mental health resources more accessible to a broad audience.