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Bionano Genomics is a biotechnology company that specializes in genome mapping and analysis, focusing on structural variation detection in DNA. The company develops the Saphyr system, which offers ultra-sensitive and specific detection of structural variations—such as insertions, deletions, inversions, and translocations—linked to various genetic disorders, including cancer. Utilizing optical genome mapping technology, the Saphyr system enables the direct visualization of long DNA molecules and their structural variations without the need for sequencing. This capability is crucial for researchers and clinicians aiming to gain insights into disease mechanisms and genetic disorders, ultimately aiding in the development of personalized treatment strategies. Bionano Genomics markets its products primarily to academic and governmental laboratories, as well as pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Headquartered in San Diego, California, the company was founded in 2003 and was previously known as BioNano Genomics, Inc. until its name change in July 2018.

Qcept Technologies, founded in 2002, provides an inspection system to detect non-visual defects in chemicals. In particular, Qcept's technology identifies defects outside the range of optical tools specifically sub-monolayer levels of organic, metallic contaminants, and others. Qcept Technologies Inc., which raised more than $50 million in venture capital, has abruptly shuttered its doors, Atlanta Business Chronicle has learned.

Asetek is a leading provider of energy-efficient liquid cooling systems designed for data centers, servers, workstations, and high-performance PCs. The company specializes in innovative cooling technology aimed at reducing power consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while minimizing acoustic noise and maximizing performance. With over 1.3 million units deployed globally, Asetek's patented all-in-one liquid cooling solutions are utilized by original equipment manufacturers and channel partners worldwide. The company's offerings also cater to DIY enthusiasts through partnerships with notable brands. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Asetek has established a significant international presence, with offices in Denmark, China, and Taiwan, and generates the majority of its revenue from the Asia region, followed by the Americas.

Translarity is a pioneering company in the semiconductor wafer test sector, specializing in advanced probe card solutions. Based in Silicon Valley, the company has introduced a disruptive full-wafer testing approach that emphasizes low cost, high performance, and reduced cycle times. In 2017, Translarity expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of BucklingBeam, enhancing its product offerings with a comprehensive range of probe card solutions, including full probe cards and vertical probe head technologies. The company's innovative Space Translator™ technology positions it well to meet the fast-evolving demands of probe technologies. With a strong management team and significant backing from financial investors, Translarity has built a robust innovation pipeline and intellectual property portfolio, boasting over 45 issued patents and more than 50 additional patents filed. The company aims to address critical challenges in semiconductor testing, facilitating efficient wafer-level and advanced package tests in the industry.

Pyxis Technology has created advanced analog routing engines specifically designed to handle the complexities and capacity of nanoscale IC designs. Pyxis Technology enables assisted custom design automation with integrated analysis for a true "what-if" exploration of custom analog design, and fast, high-capacity automated routing to complete IC layout. Pyxis technology will soon be integrated into Mentor’s custom IC solution, IC Station, providing advanced automated analog routing functionalities not currently available in the market today.

Tela Innovations, Inc. specializes in lithography-optimized design solutions for integrated circuits, offering a range of products and services to enhance semiconductor design and manufacturing. Founded in 2005 and based in California, the company develops physical IP products for ASIC and SoC designs, as well as power optimization technologies, including its Gate Length Biasing solution. Tela Innovations provides pre-defined physical topologies suitable for various functions such as logic, embedded memory, analog, and I/O. Their offerings simplify the implementation of advanced lithography techniques like double exposure and double patterning, facilitating layout management for customers. Additionally, the company customizes IP blocks and provides engineering services to support the physical design implementation process, available through both design service engagements and licensing programs.

Molecular Imprints, Inc. (MII) was founded in Austin, Texas in 2001, spun out of the University of Texas. Molecular Imprints has applied for over 700 patents, resulting in a growing portfolio of over 100 patents issued covering imprint tools, imprint materials and masks/templates, process technology and imprint-specific device designs. Jet and Flashâ„¢ Imprint Lithography (J-FILâ„¢), powered by their IntelliJetâ„¢ Drop Pattern Generator Drop Pattern Generation System, is the heart of Molecular Imprints' advanced nanoimprint technology, allowing precise placement of photoresist on substrates in picoliter quantities, enabling uniform and consistent nanoimprinting of features down to 10nm and below at very low cost. Molecular Imprints delivers this value to customers through integration of a unique set of core competencies and partnerships that cover lithography, precision nanomechanics, fluid dynamics, surface chemistry and materials formulation.

Bionano Genomics is a biotechnology company that specializes in genome mapping and analysis, focusing on structural variation detection in DNA. The company develops the Saphyr system, which offers ultra-sensitive and specific detection of structural variations—such as insertions, deletions, inversions, and translocations—linked to various genetic disorders, including cancer. Utilizing optical genome mapping technology, the Saphyr system enables the direct visualization of long DNA molecules and their structural variations without the need for sequencing. This capability is crucial for researchers and clinicians aiming to gain insights into disease mechanisms and genetic disorders, ultimately aiding in the development of personalized treatment strategies. Bionano Genomics markets its products primarily to academic and governmental laboratories, as well as pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Headquartered in San Diego, California, the company was founded in 2003 and was previously known as BioNano Genomics, Inc. until its name change in July 2018.

Pyxis Technology has created advanced analog routing engines specifically designed to handle the complexities and capacity of nanoscale IC designs. Pyxis Technology enables assisted custom design automation with integrated analysis for a true "what-if" exploration of custom analog design, and fast, high-capacity automated routing to complete IC layout. Pyxis technology will soon be integrated into Mentor’s custom IC solution, IC Station, providing advanced automated analog routing functionalities not currently available in the market today.

Kalypsys provides pathway-based drug discovery and development services. The company implements discovery programs across a broad number of therapeutic areas using its automated and integrated suite of discovery technologies in biology, chemistry and informatics.

Advanced Micro-Fabrication Equipment Inc. is a Chinese company specializing in the design and manufacturing of micro-fabrication equipment for the semiconductor industry and related high-tech sectors. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Shanghai, the company produces essential tools such as plasma etchers, deep silicon etching equipment, and metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) systems. These technologies are critical for developing micron-sized and nanoscale devices that enable advancements in integrated circuits, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics. Additionally, the company offers volatile organic compounds air purifiers for industrial applications, further demonstrating its commitment to innovation and quality in the microelectronic devices market across China and Asia.

Pyxis Technology has created advanced analog routing engines specifically designed to handle the complexities and capacity of nanoscale IC designs. Pyxis Technology enables assisted custom design automation with integrated analysis for a true "what-if" exploration of custom analog design, and fast, high-capacity automated routing to complete IC layout. Pyxis technology will soon be integrated into Mentor’s custom IC solution, IC Station, providing advanced automated analog routing functionalities not currently available in the market today.

Asetek is a leading provider of energy-efficient liquid cooling systems designed for data centers, servers, workstations, and high-performance PCs. The company specializes in innovative cooling technology aimed at reducing power consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while minimizing acoustic noise and maximizing performance. With over 1.3 million units deployed globally, Asetek's patented all-in-one liquid cooling solutions are utilized by original equipment manufacturers and channel partners worldwide. The company's offerings also cater to DIY enthusiasts through partnerships with notable brands. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Asetek has established a significant international presence, with offices in Denmark, China, and Taiwan, and generates the majority of its revenue from the Asia region, followed by the Americas.

Clear Shape Technologies, Inc. develops design-for-manufacturing (DFM) software and technologies. The company focuses on delivering a Variability Platform that allows designers to control and optimize the parametric and catastrophic impact of systematic manufacturing variations. It offers InShape, a lithography process checker; and OutPerform, a silicon validated eDFM product. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. As of August 15, 2007, Clear Shape Technologies, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Kalypsys provides pathway-based drug discovery and development services. The company implements discovery programs across a broad number of therapeutic areas using its automated and integrated suite of discovery technologies in biology, chemistry and informatics.

NanoNexus, Inc. provides contactor and interconnect products for the electronics industry.