Cornell University

Cornell University is a prestigious private Ivy League and federal land-grant research institution situated in Ithaca, New York. Established in 1865, it is renowned for its distinguished faculty and rigorous academic programs. Among its various schools, the Cornell School of Hotel Administration is particularly notable, offering specialized education in hospitality management. Additionally, the Cornell Sports Marketing Group serves as a platform for students interested in the sports business sector, fostering connections and knowledge in this dynamic field. The university's commitment to research and education positions it as a leader in various disciplines, contributing significantly to both academic and professional landscapes.

Davide Pisu

Senior Research Associate

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Pilota

Seed Round in 2019
Pilota operates an online platform that uses machine learning technology to monitor and predict flight disruptions, automatically rebooking flights for travelers affected by delays or cancellations at no cost. Founded in 2019 and based in New York, the company serves travel management firms and airlines, allowing them to take proactive measures and effectively allocate operational resources. By predicting the risk of disruption associated with flights, Pilota enhances the travel experience, providing passengers with greater flexibility and security while saving them time during their journeys.

Auggi

Pre Seed Round in 2019
auggi is a digital gut health coach that uses the power of data and artificial intelligence. It is equipped with AI-backed tools to track diet, symptoms, and stool in a way that is simple and tailored to the users. The platform helps users recognize patterns by identifying connections between your triggers and symptoms, it empowers its users with an actionable understanding of their gut health.

Bactana

Series A in 2019
Bactana Corporation is dedicated to researching and developing nutritional products aimed at improving microbiome health in livestock and other animals. The company focuses on its FPS-4 product platform, which enhances the interaction between an animal's immune system and metabolism to boost productivity while promoting overall health. This platform is derived from naturally occurring gut colonizers, particularly from the faecalibacterium prausnitzii species, initially identified for food-producing animals. Bactana's innovations leverage advanced molecular science and DNA sequencing techniques to create sustainable products that enhance the efficiency of raising dairy and beef cattle. Founded in 2016, Bactana Corporation is headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut, and primarily serves cattle farmers in Connecticut and New York.

Ursa

Seed Round in 2017
Ursa Tech, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in application software designed to transcribe live conversations into text. The company offers an insight-sharing platform that captures, discovers, and disseminates insights from recorded discussions. Its technology includes features such as automatic transcription, live tagging, and interactive transcripts, all while ensuring data protection. Through its mobile application, Ursa enables teams to transform conversations into actionable and shareable narratives, enhancing communication and collaboration.

Glyph

Convertible Note in 2017
Glyph manufacture shoes for men and women and are crafted using digital knitting technology. They are a minimalist company. Glyph uppers are knit to stretch perfectly around every foot. In fact, the more you wear them, the better they'll fit. They are constructed with a proprietary knit pattern to outlast leather. They'll take a beating and keep their shape. Glyphs are knit with a permeable membrane. Wear them in the rain, throw them in the washing machine. They are designed to breathe - each shoe weighs less than a pound. Their insoles have an antimicrobial coating so it can wear them with or without socks.

GitLinks

Seed Round in 2017
GitLinks Inc. is a New York-based company that develops an open-source risk management platform designed to enhance the security and legal compliance of digital products. Founded in 2016, the platform automatically detects the open-source components used in a company's applications whenever new code is committed. It provides a real-time inventory of these components, tracking necessary updates, licenses, and known security vulnerabilities. Key features include a Policy Engine that automates legal compliance, a Live Inventory for operational risk assessments, and tools for visualizing trends in open-source code. By integrating into continuous integration processes, GitLinks enables developers to effectively communicate identified risks to security, legal, compliance, and quality assurance teams.

Uru

Angel Round in 2016
Uru, Inc. develops content-aware video advertising solutions that leverage computer vision and machine learning. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables creators and publishers to identify objects, themes, and monetization opportunities within videos. This platform also allows for the integration of brand graphics, enhancing the advertising experience. Additionally, Uru provides an API that facilitates monetization for video player platforms, enabling users to access Uru's services directly from their content management systems. By serving publishers, creators, and brands, Uru aims to create impactful, brand-safe advertising opportunities that connect brands with visual content effectively.

Flicstart

Seed Round in 2012
Flicstart enables moviegoers to demand screenings of any movie at any movie theater.
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