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Developer of an open research platform designed to offer artificial intelligence (AI) based medical imaging diagnostics and infrastructure. The company's platform utilizes artificial intelligence to offer access to the full clinical sandbox, open-source tooling, and documentation that is free and instantly available, enabling developers to easily translate research into an interoperable, secure clinical environment.

Ecobot, Inc. designs and develops software that digitalizes the process of collection of scientific data for regulatory environmental monitoring, reporting, and forecasting. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina.

Nufabrx specializes in the production of innovative pillowcases that combat skin blemishes while users sleep. These products are handcrafted from natural bamboo fibers and infused with clinically validated natural remedies, making them anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and hypo-allergenic. The eco-friendly design not only enhances comfort but also actively reduces acne-causing bacteria, as evidenced by a study that demonstrated a 91.5% reduction in P. acnes compared to standard cotton pillowcases. Additionally, Nufabrx's technology allows for the delivery of controlled doses of active ingredients, including vitamins and supplements, through its textiles, which can be washed without losing efficacy. Founded in 2012 by Jordan Schindler, Nufabrx is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and is committed to improving skin health through its biomaterial textile platform.

Slope Software, Inc. specializes in cloud-based actuarial modeling and risk management solutions tailored for insurers, actuaries, and financial institutions. Founded in 2015 and based in Chamblee, Georgia, the company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates asset/liability modeling across various insurance products and investments. Its features support a wide range of actuarial functions, including pricing, valuation, asset-liability management (ALM), and cash flow testing. The platform is designed for ease of use, featuring a point-and-click interface that allows users to construct models without extensive programming knowledge. It effectively manages assumptions and inputs, integrating with existing data sources like Excel, and tracks all changes for model governance and validation. Results are presented through integrated business intelligence dashboards, offering visually appealing insights. Built on Amazon Web Services, the system is scalable and can handle multiple scenarios simultaneously while ensuring data security through encryption. Slope Software stands out as a pioneering provider of fully cloud-based actuarial modeling solutions.

Bundle is an anonymous mortgage shopping marketplace that offers a platform for users to check and compare mortgage rates. The service provides tools and resources to help individuals navigate the home buying process, including budget creation and access to mortgage lenders. Users can compare different mortgage rates and seek answers to their inquiries while maintaining their anonymity. This approach enables borrowers to engage in conversations and make informed decisions without disclosing their identities, streamlining the mortgage shopping experience.

Ecomdash is a software-as-a-service that automates backend operations for ecommerce sellers. Ecomdash streamlines and integrates omni-channel retailers’ inventory, sales orders, product listings and shipping processes across marketplaces like Amazon and eBay as well as ecommerce-ready website platforms like Shopify. Ecomdash gives merchants the ability to grow sales, save time, and increase customer satisfaction.

FokusLabs is focused on creating next generation, wearable devices to help individuals with specialized needs overcome everyday obstacles. FokusLabs helps to level the playing field for these individuals by leveraging cutting-edge haptic technology to increase focus, learning and productivity. FokusLabs' first product is a best-selling wearable, called, "RE-vibe", which increases time spent on-task by leveraging smart vibration technology through proprietary, research-based algorithms.

The Waggle Company, Inc. is a pet care service provider specializing in customizable dog walking services. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company utilizes a technology-driven platform to enhance the experience for pet owners. This service includes real-time updates, a summary report of each visit, and a GPS-tracked map, along with photos of the pets. Through these offerings, The Waggle Company aims to provide reassurance and convenience for dog owners, ensuring their pets are well cared for during walks.

Skipper, Inc. is a pet care company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, that specializes in professional dog walking and custom pet care services. Founded in 2013, Skipper aims to meet the needs of pet owners by providing reliable and tailored care for their animals. The company focuses on ensuring the well-being of pets through dedicated walking services and personalized care options.

Prsonas, Inc. specializes in developing interactive self-service holograms that enhance customer engagement for brands. The company offers smart virtual presenters equipped with advanced motion and proximity sensors, artificial intelligence, and user-friendly touchscreen interfaces. These holograms can perform a variety of functions, including delivering marketing messages, facilitating commerce transactions, providing live video chat support, and gathering user analytics. Notable applications include virtual receptionists, product specialists, and concierges, each designed to assist customers with information and services while collecting data on engagement and conversion rates. Prsonas' technology supports multiple languages and allows brands to customize the appearance, voice, and overall experience of their virtual presenters through a cloud-based platform. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Prsonas aims to revolutionize customer interactions by creating immersive human-like experiences in various settings such as retail and trade shows.

InHerSight, Inc. operates an online job search platform designed specifically for women, helping them identify suitable workplaces that support their professional and personal needs. Launched in 2014 and based in Durham, North Carolina, the platform provides a scorecard for various companies, evaluating them on factors such as flexible work hours, maternity and adoptive leave, family support initiatives, salary satisfaction, and female representation within management. By aggregating anonymous ratings and insights from women, InHerSight empowers users to make informed decisions about potential employers, while simultaneously assisting companies in recruiting and retaining female talent. The platform aims to highlight what works and what does not in the workplace, fostering environments where women can thrive.

First is a software company that uses artificial and predictive intelligence on when and why people move to predict sales and marketing. It brings predictive marketing to real estate. Fundamentally changing how service providers find their next customer. They discover when and why people will buy or sell a house, so they can connect realtors with new clients at the perfect time. Thus, the company predicts who will sell by tracking 700+ signals across 214 million people nationwide.

UVision 360, Inc. develops the Luminelle DTx Hysteroscopy System, a cutting-edge integrated device designed for both diagnostic and therapeutic gynecological procedures in an office setting. This system allows gynecologists to conduct global hysteroscopic procedures with minimal anesthesia, facilitating the diagnosis and treatment of uterine issues. By leveraging advanced optics and a deep understanding of clinical practices, UVision 360 supports the growing trend toward office-based procedures, enabling a range of diagnostic and operative tasks to be performed outside of traditional surgical environments. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, the company was previously known as UVision, Inc.

Prsonas, Inc. specializes in developing interactive self-service holograms that enhance customer engagement for brands. The company offers smart virtual presenters equipped with advanced motion and proximity sensors, artificial intelligence, and user-friendly touchscreen interfaces. These holograms can perform a variety of functions, including delivering marketing messages, facilitating commerce transactions, providing live video chat support, and gathering user analytics. Notable applications include virtual receptionists, product specialists, and concierges, each designed to assist customers with information and services while collecting data on engagement and conversion rates. Prsonas' technology supports multiple languages and allows brands to customize the appearance, voice, and overall experience of their virtual presenters through a cloud-based platform. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Prsonas aims to revolutionize customer interactions by creating immersive human-like experiences in various settings such as retail and trade shows.

Alievio is a North Carolina-based innovative glaucoma medical device company. The company has introduced the first glaucoma therapy that will not only circumvent the complications present with glaucoma surgery. It also provides ophthalmologists with the first tool that can stop the progression of glaucoma.

Baebies, Inc. is a company that focuses on manufacturing screening and pediatric testing equipment for newborns. Established in 2014 and based in Durham, North Carolina, Baebies produces SEEKER, a laboratory solution for newborn screening that conducts multiple assays simultaneously by measuring lysosomal enzyme activity from a single dried blood spot. Additionally, the company offers FINDER, a near-patient testing device designed for pediatric applications. Baebies aims to enhance early disease detection and improve diagnostic capabilities through its innovative digital microfluidics technology, which optimizes the diagnostic yield from minimal blood samples. The company serves hospitals and public health laboratories, with a mission dedicated to saving lives and improving health outcomes for children by providing advanced testing solutions.

Guerrilla RF, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing and manufacturing monolithic microwave integrated circuits for the wireless infrastructure market. Founded in 2013 and based in Greensboro, North Carolina, the company offers a range of products including broadband low noise amplifiers, WLAN LNAs, and gain blocks. These products are utilized in various applications such as wireless backhaul, cellular repeaters, enterprise Wi-Fi access points, small cells, and base stations. Guerrilla RF aims to deliver high-performance, differentiated solutions that enhance the capabilities of wireless systems, leveraging patented technology and expertise in the field of RF and microwave integrated circuits.

Nirvana Science, Inc. is a technology development company based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, specializing in the creation of synthetic bacteriochlorin and fluorescent dyes. Established in 2011, the company offers a range of products, including UV laser excitable dyes and violet laser excitable dyes, which are characterized by their ultra-narrow spectral properties. Through its innovative approach, Nirvana Science aims to advance the applications of fluorescent dyes in various fields.

Upswing International, Inc. operates an online collaboration platform aimed at providing academic support to educational institutions. The platform includes several solutions such as AdviseUp, which facilitates scheduling and receiving advice from college advisors, MentorUp, which connects students with mentors for non-academic support, and TutorUp, which links students to tutors both from Upswing and its wider network. Upswing also offers specialized engagement tools for first-year students, online learners, and adult learners. By partnering with colleges, the company creates virtual learning centers and provides real-time analytics to help administrators monitor student engagement and success. The platform allows students to choose coaches based on various criteria like price, quality, and subject expertise, thereby personalizing the learning experience. Each coaching session is recorded and analyzed, enabling institutions to receive insights that can help reduce student attrition and improve overall academic outcomes. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, Upswing was previously known as The Upswing Group, Ltd.

TriVirix International is a U.S.-based company that manufactures and designs electro-mechanical, medical, diagnostic, analytical, and life-science devices. The company provides its clients with ribo printers, point-of-care blood testing analyzers, volumetric infusion pumps, and vital sign or conscious sedation monitors. TriVirix International is headquartered in Milaca, Minnesota.