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Portland State University (PSU) is the largest university in Oregon, offering an extensive range of academic programs, including over 220 undergraduate and more than 100 graduate degrees across diverse fields such as Biomedical Informatics, Criminology, and Social Work. Located in the heart of Portland, PSU provides students with a vibrant campus life enriched by nearly 200 student organizations focused on various interests, including arts, advocacy, and community service. As a research university committed to sustainability, PSU conducts significant research aimed at environmental improvement. The institution also features the PSU Business Accelerator, which supports science and technology startups by providing affordable workspace, access to university resources, and networking opportunities with experienced mentors and investors. Tuition rates vary based on residency and specific programs, with financial aid options available for eligible students. The surrounding city of Portland enhances the experience with its lively atmosphere, characterized by coffee shops, restaurants, and access to nature trails.

Developer of medical devices designed to improve home patient monitoring. The company's devices aid in the diagnostic evaluation as well as monitoring of therapeutic interventions for multiple medical conditions including trauma, dehydration, and sepsis, enabling physicians to simplify home and critical care, prevent unnecessary acute visits, and improve emergency or critical care.

Inherent Targeting develops fluorescent contrast agents that target nerves to improve surgical outcomes. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

Canopii is a greenhouse technology company providing turn-key farms integrated with cost-effective labor automation and energy management systems to support local and sustainable production of fresh produce.

OmnEcoil Instruments, founded in 2016 and based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in developing an innovative device for prostate cancer detection and tissue sampling. This device enhances the diagnostic process by integrating MRI technology with tissue sampling, thereby eliminating the need for traditional ultrasound-guided biopsies. By providing a more efficient and accurate method for detecting prostate cancer, OmnEcoil Instruments aims to improve patient outcomes and streamline the diagnostic workflow for healthcare providers.

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Stark Street Materials develops radiation shielding garments that protect the user from radiation. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

LuxNour Technologies manufactures precision equipment for the massive parallel transfer of micro-scale objects. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

FluxMagic is an electronics company based in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the development of innovative magnetic devices tailored for renewable energy applications. Its systems employ powerful magnets arranged to facilitate energy transfer between moving components without physical contact, eliminating the need for lubricants or heat transfer fluids. This design not only enhances the longevity of the devices compared to traditional mechanical systems but also supports magneto-mechanical energy conversion for both industrial and consumer markets. By focusing on efficiency and sustainability, FluxMagic aims to contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions in energy use.

Parisi Technologies develops impact-resistant composite materials for lucrative high-tech industries. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

Skip Technology develops a battery for large-scale electrical storage. The company was founded in 2018 by Dr. Ben Brown and Dr. Brennan Gantner and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Integrative Economics develops instrument designs for optical insect detection in agricultural settings. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

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Portland State University (PSU) is the largest university in Oregon, offering an extensive range of academic programs, including over 220 undergraduate and more than 100 graduate degrees across diverse fields such as Biomedical Informatics, Criminology, and Social Work. Located in the heart of Portland, PSU provides students with a vibrant campus life enriched by nearly 200 student organizations focused on various interests, including arts, advocacy, and community service. As a research university committed to sustainability, PSU conducts significant research aimed at environmental improvement. The institution also features the PSU Business Accelerator, which supports science and technology startups by providing affordable workspace, access to university resources, and networking opportunities with experienced mentors and investors. Tuition rates vary based on residency and specific programs, with financial aid options available for eligible students. The surrounding city of Portland enhances the experience with its lively atmosphere, characterized by coffee shops, restaurants, and access to nature trails.

OmnEcoil Instruments, founded in 2016 and based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in developing an innovative device for prostate cancer detection and tissue sampling. This device enhances the diagnostic process by integrating MRI technology with tissue sampling, thereby eliminating the need for traditional ultrasound-guided biopsies. By providing a more efficient and accurate method for detecting prostate cancer, OmnEcoil Instruments aims to improve patient outcomes and streamline the diagnostic workflow for healthcare providers.

Virridy, formerly known as SweetSense Inc., develops low-cost remote monitoring solutions for water, energy, and environmental projects on a global scale. The company’s remote sensors monitor various systems, including water pumps, latrines, and cookstoves, using cellular or satellite connectivity for real-time data analysis and reporting. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Virridy aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and cost-effectiveness in remote infrastructure projects, ultimately contributing to improved health and quality of life. The use of their technology enables users to access and analyze performance data online, facilitating better decision-making in the development sector.

IOTAS, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in home automation services specifically designed for apartment residents. Founded in 2014, IOTAS installs a range of smart devices, including outlets, switches, plugs, sensors, and hubs, to create a fully-connected smart home environment. The company offers a comprehensive automation platform that integrates these devices, allowing residents to control and automate lighting and appliances through a single application, voice commands, or scheduled triggers. This technology not only enhances the living experience for residents but also provides property developers with an efficient setup process to attract tenants and reduce utility and management costs. IOTAS aims to transform multifamily units into smart homes, benefiting both residents and property managers.

Madorra Their goal is empowering women to live fuller, healthier lives. Madorra is working towards changing the paradigm for treating vaginal dryness, by providing a medical device solution to a problem that has previously only been served by pharmaceuticals. They are focused on giving post-menopausal women and breast cancer survivors the power to choose the non-hormonal treatment option they want.

Virridy, formerly known as SweetSense Inc., develops low-cost remote monitoring solutions for water, energy, and environmental projects on a global scale. The company’s remote sensors monitor various systems, including water pumps, latrines, and cookstoves, using cellular or satellite connectivity for real-time data analysis and reporting. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Virridy aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and cost-effectiveness in remote infrastructure projects, ultimately contributing to improved health and quality of life. The use of their technology enables users to access and analyze performance data online, facilitating better decision-making in the development sector.

Imagaars offers software solutions for the automatic recognition of vector graphics in image sketches, automatic identification and visualization of CAD files, and automatic assessment of design activities. Imagaars is based in Portland, Oregon.

Developer of modular foundations intended for the renewable energy sectors. The company designs and manufactures lifecycle-efficient support structures in the wind and solar industries, providing energy performance certificates (EPCS) for safer, faster, higher-quality structures for wind and solar generation.

Gamma Therapeutics (GT) is an early stage biotechnology venture developing patented and patent-pending medical devices for cardiovascular disease risk assessment, surgical therapy and hemorrhage control based upon a single technology platform of human biocompatible clotting proteins. Gamma Therapeutics was incorporated in the State of Oregon in 2009 and launched as a biotechnology start-up in July, 2010. The founder, David H. Farrell, PhD, a 33-year researcher in coagulation, hemostasis and thrombosis research, is Chief Scientific Officer of Gamma Therapeutics and a Professor of Surgery in the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Department of Surgical Medicine. David F Eastman, MS, is the Chief Executive Officer with 35 years of life science and high technology marketing and executive management experience. The company was originally funded with a $1.56 M grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to develop the GammaCoeur™ CVD Risk ELISA, a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for heart attack and stroke risk. GammaCoeur is CE Marked in the European Union, completed an initial clinical trial with 10,601 cardiac at risk patients at the University of Vermont, is sold in the U.S. as a Laboratory Developed Test (LBT) /Research Use Only (RUO) test by ZEUS Scientific and is awaiting final FDA clearance in the U.S. Gamma Therapeutics is headquartered in Portland, Oregon at the Oregon Translational Research and Development Institute (OTRADI) Business Incubator (OBI), 4640 SW Macadam Avenue, Portland, Oregon USA 97239.

Madorra Their goal is empowering women to live fuller, healthier lives. Madorra is working towards changing the paradigm for treating vaginal dryness, by providing a medical device solution to a problem that has previously only been served by pharmaceuticals. They are focused on giving post-menopausal women and breast cancer survivors the power to choose the non-hormonal treatment option they want.

IOTAS, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in home automation services specifically designed for apartment residents. Founded in 2014, IOTAS installs a range of smart devices, including outlets, switches, plugs, sensors, and hubs, to create a fully-connected smart home environment. The company offers a comprehensive automation platform that integrates these devices, allowing residents to control and automate lighting and appliances through a single application, voice commands, or scheduled triggers. This technology not only enhances the living experience for residents but also provides property developers with an efficient setup process to attract tenants and reduce utility and management costs. IOTAS aims to transform multifamily units into smart homes, benefiting both residents and property managers.

Imagaars offers software solutions for the automatic recognition of vector graphics in image sketches, automatic identification and visualization of CAD files, and automatic assessment of design activities. Imagaars is based in Portland, Oregon.

The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) opens doors. They connect entrepreneurs to a network of peers and mentors, startup funding opportunities, and hands-on training. A nonprofit, membership-driven organization with a 23-year track record, OEN is the heart of their entrepreneurial community. Their mission is to drive innovation, facilitate job creation, and put Oregon on the map as a center for entrepreneurial excellence.

Chemica Technologies is a privately-held technology development company incorporated in Oregon as a C-Corp in 2006. Through innovative surface and material chemistry they are creating novel materials that protect human health and help sustain their environment. They specialize in separation technology, chemical engineering, metal recovery, water remediation, and custom synthesis.