Propel

Propel(x), Inc. is an online investment platform that focuses on connecting investors with early-stage companies in sectors such as life sciences, computer sciences, energy, clean technology, and materials. Founded in 2014 and based in Palo Alto, California, the platform facilitates interactions among investors, industry experts, customers, and startup executives, thereby helping to clarify technological innovations and accelerate the fundraising process for startups. Propel(x) aims to support scientific discovery and technological advancement by enabling investment in impactful technologies. The company was previously known as The Founders Market, Inc. before adopting its current name.

Lisheng Wang

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TaskHuman

Series B in 2022
You go to a network of doctors for medical problems, but where do you go for wellness and self-care? Your wellness needs are just as unique as YOU are. Whether you are just a curious person and want to learn something new (Ex: Try Pilates for the first time) or want to master your craft (Train for a marathon at a high level), why waste time reading cookie-cutter articles and watching generic videos when you can talk live to a human expert in that area? Well, because even mighty Google hasn't made it that easy to find and engage instantly with live human pros!!. Introducing TaskHuman - With TaskHuman, you just search a topic (ex yoga, or HIIT or Clean Eating) and get connected instantly to live professionals over video call. You'll stay accountable, motivated and focused on your wellness goals all while saving time, commuting miles and cash. - On TaskHuman, every session is with a live human coach and 1-on-1 over video call, leading to a richer and more personalized experience, as opposed to other platforms that only offer generic content, pre-recorded videos and text-only communication.Or if you are shy or video call is simply not your thing, choose audio call or text instead. - Try a 1:1 yoga session with a yoga master or get personalized clean eating advice from top holistic health coaches. From just your phone or tablet!! - We've build in state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) to instantly match you with our providers that are online and available NOW. - We also have the most diverse network of hundreds of coaches covering a thousand topics across the wellness spectrum—including physical fitness, mental wellbeing, relationship coaching, life coaching, and so much more. - With a revolutionary pricing model, all coaches are covered under one simple pricing model for you. Just buy coaching minutes you need and use the minutes on ANY provider in our platform. Its that easy! - Enterprise deployments with unlimited coaching minutes available as well!

BlockApps

Series B in 2022
BlockApps, Inc. is a blockchain technology company that specializes in providing a platform for developing and deploying Ethereum-based applications. Its primary offering, BlockApps STRATO, is an Ethereum-compliant platform designed for the development, deployment, and management of enterprise blockchain applications. Additionally, BlockApps offers a consortium blockchain network that facilitates the creation of hybrid private, consortium, and public blockchains. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software startups, IT firms, industry-owned businesses, and Fortune 500 corporations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, BlockApps aims to drive the adoption of blockchain technology by enabling clients to build and manage decentralized applications securely and effectively, while also streamlining processes and enhancing data visibility.

Serinus Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Serinus Labs is a manufacturer of chip-scale silicon gas sensors for ultra-low power mobile applications.

Varo

Series E in 2021
Varo Money, Inc. is a digital bank based in San Francisco, California, that offers a range of online banking products and services, including bank and savings accounts, checking accounts, and overdraft protection. Established in 2015 and known for being the only U.S. consumer fintech with a national bank charter, Varo aims to serve as a comprehensive banking partner for millions of Americans, especially those seeking better financial solutions. The company combines fintech innovation with the security of a chartered bank, providing tools and insights to enhance financial resilience for its customers. Varo's platform also includes features such as spending analysis, real-time budgeting, cash flow forecasts, direct deposits, and online bill payments, all designed to empower users to make informed financial decisions and improve their overall financial well-being.

Stingray Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of immunotherapies designed to treat various types of cancer. The company's immunotherapies include oral medicine that stimulates innate immunity modulators in interferon gene pathways including potent and selective small molecule inhibitors, built into every cell, enabling clinicians to access a two-fisted immune system to stop cancer.

Syntr Health Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
Syntr Health Technologies is a start-up company that develops and tests a processing device, SyntrFuge™, for the micro fragmentation of adipose tissue for body contouring. Ahmed Zobi, Hugo Salas, and Justin Stovner established the Irvine, California-based company in 2019.

Medcura

Series A in 2021
Medcura, Inc. specializes in developing advanced hemostatic products for various applications, including surgical, medical, and consumer markets. The company utilizes abundant natural materials to create innovative wound care solutions that effectively manage significant surgical bleeds. Its product range includes brands such as R3, Medcura Flex, LifeFoam, and Surgicura, which provide antibacterial barriers and enhance healing environments. Founded in 2007 and based in Riverdale, Maryland, Medcura was formerly known as gel-e, Inc. and rebranded in December 2019. The company's focus on versatile wound treatment positions it as a valuable resource in both clinical and non-clinical settings.

Liatris

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of insulation products designed to make life affordable, comfortable and safe through the management of thermal energy. The company's product offers performance improvements and can achieve significant energy savings versus building insulation and leading to project paybacks, enabling engineers and the construction sector to reduce costs through low-cost manufacturing and facile installation.

TrueAlgae

Venture Round in 2021
TrueAlgae is an AgTech startup harnessing algae to combat food security globally

Weav3d

Funding Round in 2021
WEAV3D Inc. is a company based in Norcross, Georgia, that specializes in the development of composite forming technology. Founded in 2017, it commercializes a unique composite forming machine that integrates weaving and composite consolidation into an automated, continuous process. This innovative technology significantly reduces waste, cycle time, and material handling costs. By utilizing techniques such as continuous lamination, D-LFT compression molding, and injection molding, WEAV3D Inc. enables the fabrication of composite parts that can lower production costs by up to 75% compared to traditional carbon fiber composite methods. The company's technology was initially developed at the Georgia Institute of Technology, showcasing its roots in advanced research and innovation.

Rellevate

Seed Round in 2021
Rellevate, LLC is a financial services company based in Stamford, Connecticut, established in 2019. It specializes in providing digital banking services aimed at enhancing consumer financial empowerment. Rellevate's offerings include digital accounts that earn interest, along with features such as Pay Any-Day, bill payment, and money transfer services. These products are primarily offered through employers, aiming to improve employee retention and satisfaction. By enabling users to manage their finances more effectively, Rellevate facilitates greater access to and control over their money, allowing them to make payments anytime and anywhere.

Bambu

Series B in 2021
Bambu is a global provider of digital wealth solutions, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Singapore. The company offers its products under the brands Intelligent Advisor, White-Label Robo, and Portfolio Builder, catering to a diverse range of sectors including banking, family offices, insurance, and asset management. Bambu's cloud-based platform utilizes proprietary algorithms and machine learning tools to simplify saving and investing for clients. The company collaborates with numerous notable financial institutions worldwide, enhancing its reputation through awards at prominent fintech events. With a commitment to growth and delivering high-quality service, Bambu has expanded its presence internationally, including subsidiaries in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, as well as representatives across the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.

Cage Bio

Series A in 2021
Cage Bio is a clinical-stage company based in San Carlos, California, focused on developing innovative topical treatments for dermatology, inflammation, and immunology. Utilizing its proprietary deep eutectic ionic liquid platform, the company aims to create effective products that provide localized treatment, reducing the need for systemic medications and their associated side effects. Cage Bio's technology leverages the broad-spectrum antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of ionic liquids, enhancing solubility and permeability. This approach allows for more successful and effective treatment of various dermal diseases and symptoms.

Motion Gestures

Seed Round in 2021
Motion Gestures is a Canadian startup founded in Waterloo in 2016, focusing on machine learning and gesture recognition software. The company develops AI-based solutions that facilitate the creation of gesture-enabled interfaces for various systems, devices, and applications. Its software supports both 2D and 3D gestures, utilizing motion, touch, and vision sensors. Motion Gestures enables rapid deployment on cloud, gateway, hub, and embedded platforms, allowing developers to build and test gesture-based interfaces efficiently and cost-effectively. The company provides free licenses for its cloud SDK, empowering developers to create and test gestures using their smartphones without the need for extensive programming or data input.

Mesentech

Seed Round in 2021
Mesentech Inc. is a regenerative medicine company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in developing novel drug conjugates for targeted bone therapy. Founded in 2013, the company utilizes a proprietary prodrug platform that selectively delivers therapeutics to bone, addressing challenging medical conditions such as osteoporosis and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Its lead product, MES1007, is a bone-targeted prodrug of a prostaglandin mimetic designed to reverse bone loss by effectively targeting mesenchymal stem cells. This innovative approach enables the delivery of active pharmaceutical agents directly to the bone, minimizing systemic side effects often associated with high-dose treatments. Pre-clinical in-vivo models have validated the efficacy of Mesentech's technology, positioning the company to advance treatments for low-bone-density disorders and improve outcomes in bone healing and regeneration.

Cover

Series B in 2021
Cover Financial, Inc. is a mobile-first insurance brokerage founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to insure a wide variety of items, including vehicles, mobile phones, pets, jewelry, and properties, by simply taking a picture of the item to be insured. Cover partners with various insurance companies and brokers to offer competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options, including commercial property, workers compensation, general liability, and cyber insurance. Initially launched in Toronto, the application supports users in accessing tailored insurance solutions conveniently through their smartphones.

WRM Software

Seed Round in 2020
WRM Software develops business productivity applications aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving business processes. The company's offerings include specialized tools such as the storm manager and ops manager applications, which facilitate seamless connectivity between field and office operations. These applications are designed to be user-friendly, ensuring that all team members have access to the latest information at any time. WRM Software's solutions support emergency response operations and field service management, helping organizations streamline their management processes.

APERIO

Series A in 2020
Aperio Systems, Inc. specializes in developing cybersecurity and operational resilience software tailored for industrial control systems. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Caesarea, Israel, the company employs proprietary technology that protects against data forgery by detecting artificial manipulation of industrial process data in real-time. This capability enhances true state awareness and enables rapid remediation without disrupting business operations. Aperio's systems ensure sensor data integrity across industrial networks, automatically validating operational data to improve accuracy, security, and overall value. By providing trusted and superior data, the company empowers its clients to make informed business decisions while advancing their profitability and sustainability objectives, all while mitigating risks in their industrial operations.

TeselaGen

Seed Round in 2020
TeselaGen Biotechnology, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing DNA design and assembly tools aimed at advancing biological research and applications. Founded in 2011, TeselaGen offers a cloud-based platform designed for combinatorial gene design and editing. Its key solutions include a Graphical Sequence Editor for visualizing and annotating gene and plasmid libraries, Symbolic CAD/CAM for constructing novel genetic elements using a comprehensive database, and Fabrication Intelligence that generates optimized protocols for efficient assembly. Additionally, the platform incorporates Validation features to ensure accuracy in aligning sequence traces with design variants. By leveraging artificial intelligence, TeselaGen facilitates rapid prototyping of recombinant molecules and supports large-scale production of DNA assemblies and combinatorial libraries, thereby aiding in the development of therapeutics, high-value chemicals, and agricultural products.

BRELYON

Seed Round in 2020
Brelyon, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in the manufacture of innovative virtual display screens, offering a compelling alternative to conventional multi-monitor setups and stationary virtual reality applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Brelyon develops headset-free displays that utilize proprietary depth modulation and light-field expansion technologies. These advancements create immersive panoramic virtual screens, delivering true optical depth for users. The company's products cater to various sectors, including office environments, gaming, and teleoperations, aiming to enhance the user experience by providing a more engaging visual interface.

Aegis Life

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of a gene delivery platform intended to enable the development and commercialization of vaccines and therapeutics to prevent and treat infectious diseases. The company's proprietary breakthrough technology can rapidly develop vaccines and therapeutics to fight COVID-19 and other emerging contagions, enabling the pharmaceutical industry to accelerate the discovery, clinical development, and manufacture of vaccines and therapeutics.

Avails Medical

Venture Round in 2020
Avails Medical, Inc., an in vitro diagnostics company, provides solutions for antibiotic resistance and health-care associated infections. It offers eQuant, a compact single module instrument that holds a cuvette integrated with an electrical sensor and is inoculated with a diluted sample of positive blood culture. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

ProteoWise

Venture Round in 2020
ProteoWise Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Branford, Connecticut, specializes in the development of innovative proteomics instruments. The company has created a unique 3-dimensional nanoscale protein capturing material that significantly enhances the analysis of proteins, enabling researchers to conduct experiments more easily and efficiently. ProteoWise's technology simplifies the traditional western blot method, providing a combination of high information content, high throughput, and low cost. This advancement is instrumental in driving the genomic revolution and supports the growing demands of proteomics research. The company was established by a team of experienced scientists from the Strittmatter Lab at Yale University, who bring a strong history of innovation to the field.

Kiwibot

Seed Round in 2019
Kiwibot, a service operated by Kiwi Campus, was founded in 2016 and is based in Bogota, Colombia. The company specializes in on-demand delivery solutions, primarily targeting college campuses. Kiwibots, which are small delivery robots, provide a convenient way for students and local residents to receive food and other items directly to their doorsteps. This innovative service aims to make deliveries more affordable and efficient, enabling users to access what they need within 30 minutes. Kiwibot’s approach integrates smoothly with urban environments, enhancing the accessibility of delivery services in communities.

Repurpose

Venture Round in 2019
Repurpose, Inc. is a consumer packaged goods company that specializes in the development and manufacture of plant-based disposable and compostable tableware. Founded in 2011 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a range of products including plates, cups, bowls, utensils, and cutlery, all designed as sustainable alternatives to traditional plasticware. Repurpose's products are made from renewable materials, allowing consumers and businesses to reduce their reliance on petroleum-based plastics and contribute to environmental sustainability. The company sells its products online and through various grocery and retail outlets across the United States, with plans to expand its product line to include additional items such as trash and sandwich bags.

Aperiomics

Series A in 2019
Aperiomics, Inc., a biotechnology company, provides pathogens detection services to animal screening, agricultural testing, and human diagnostics industry through a combination of genomics and informatics. The company detects viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasite pathogens in a single test. It uses sequencing technologies and advanced Bayesian statistics to provide results. The company allows its customers’ to send blood, tissue, and stool samples to be sequenced, which then is analyzed through a laboratory using a proprietary informatics pipeline. Aperiomics, Inc. was formerly known as NextGen Diagnostics, Inc. and changed its name to Aperiomics, Inc. in July 2014. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Sterling, Virginia.

MODit 3D Inc.

Seed Round in 2019
MODit 3D Inc., incorporated in 2016 and based in San Rafael, California, specializes in automated quality control solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company offers mass-deployable 3D scanning systems coupled with a cloud platform designed to enhance production yields and improve quality communication throughout the supply chain. By leveraging advanced technology, MODit aims to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure consistent product quality.

Novuson

Corporate Round in 2019
Novuson, Inc. is a medical technology company based in Bothell, Washington, founded in 2014 as a spinout from the University of Washington's Applied Physics Laboratory. The company specializes in developing ultrasonic surgical devices utilizing Direct Therapeutic Ultrasound (DTU) technology. This innovative platform is designed for hemostatic control and coagulation in surgical and trauma procedures, enabling clinicians to perform surgeries more efficiently and manage bleeding effectively. Novuson's product offerings include automatic devices that feature an ultrasonic clamp, a beam ablation/cauterization probe, and a precision beam ultrasonic scalpel. These devices facilitate the treatment and removal of tumors on solid organs and thick, vascularized tissues without bleeding complications, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing operational costs and procedure times.

Skycool Systems

Seed Round in 2019
SkyCool Systems Inc. develops and manufactures electrical cooling and refrigeration systems including rooftop panels harnessing the coldness of the sky. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California.

ProbiusDx

Seed Round in 2018
ProbiusDx Inc. is a manufacturer of portable diagnostic devices that utilize an electronic sensing platform to analyze multiple target proteins in real time. This technology allows healthcare professionals to recommend suitable therapies for patients requiring critical care in clinical environments. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in El Cerrito, California, ProbiusDx is focused on enhancing diagnostic capabilities and improving patient outcomes through advanced, accessible diagnostic solutions.

MoQuality

Seed Round in 2018
MoQuality Inc., founded in 2014 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializes in artificial intelligence-driven mobile testing solutions. The company aims to enhance app quality and improve user experiences by providing tools that simplify and accelerate the testing process. MoQuality's flagship product, Barista, offers a scriptless test-automation experience, leveraging AI to generate user-centric test scenarios that automate testing across various mobile platforms and real devices. This platform allows developers to identify and address issues before releasing their applications, ensuring high-quality performance for both Android and iOS apps. MoQuality is supported by investors including Amity Ventures, Cox Enterprises, and Techstars.

Vartega

Convertible Note in 2018
Vartega is a technology development company focused on recycling carbon fiber reinforced plastics, specifically through its innovative patent-pending processes. Established in 2014 and located in Golden, Colorado, Vartega aims to provide low-cost carbon fiber for various mass market applications across several industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. The company produces recycled carbon fiber suitable for use in nonwoven fabrics, thermoplastic pellets, yarns, and 3D printing filaments. By developing alternative recycling technologies and equipment, Vartega seeks to contribute to the sustainability of carbon fiber materials and enhance their accessibility for broader applications.

Blumio

Seed Round in 2018
Blumio, Inc develops non-invasive radio frequency wearable sensor to measure blood pressure and other cardiovascular diagnostics. The company’s sensor uses radar to detect the pressure waves that travel through the blood vessels. It detects and analyzes arterial tissue movements and determines pulse rates. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Motion Gestures

Seed Round in 2018
Motion Gestures is a Canadian startup founded in Waterloo in 2016, focusing on machine learning and gesture recognition software. The company develops AI-based solutions that facilitate the creation of gesture-enabled interfaces for various systems, devices, and applications. Its software supports both 2D and 3D gestures, utilizing motion, touch, and vision sensors. Motion Gestures enables rapid deployment on cloud, gateway, hub, and embedded platforms, allowing developers to build and test gesture-based interfaces efficiently and cost-effectively. The company provides free licenses for its cloud SDK, empowering developers to create and test gestures using their smartphones without the need for extensive programming or data input.

Pointcloud

Seed Round in 2018
Pointcloud is a developer of a 3D imaging platform on a chip. The company offers a technology for big data analytics on 3D point clouds based on machine learning. It enables the future of augmented reality, robotics, and autonomous mobility.

InsightFinder

Seed Round in 2018
InsightFinder Inc. specializes in machine learning technology solutions focused on IT operational data. Founded in 2015 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company offers a suite of tools designed to enhance operational efficiency. Its metric intelligence engine detects anomalies automatically using advanced algorithms, while the log intelligence engine provides real-time keyword extraction and indexing for textual log files. InsightFinder also features an alert intelligence engine that reduces alert fatigue by filtering out duplicate alerts and an APM intelligence engine that identifies issues in both proprietary and third-party applications. The company's innovative, patent-pending solutions can be accessed through online subscriptions or deployed on-premise, helping organizations find root causes of deviations and predict future events with minimal staff involvement.

Cerahelix

Series B in 2018
Cerahelix, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in ceramic membrane filters designed for various applications, including water purification, biomass processing, and resource recycling. Established in 2011 and based in Orono, Maine, the company utilizes patented DNA template technology to create bio-derived products with sub-nanometer pores. This innovative approach enables the precise filtration of minute particles, allowing for the effective separation of salts, metal ions, and other impurities at the molecular level. Cerahelix offers a range of products, including single-channel elements for laboratory studies and multi-channel elements for commercial use, along with filter element housings and laboratory test systems for research and development. Its ceramic filtration solutions serve diverse industries such as food and beverage, mining, pharmaceuticals, and waste-to-energy, contributing to enhanced water quality and resource management.

APERIO

Seed Round in 2018
Aperio Systems, Inc. specializes in developing cybersecurity and operational resilience software tailored for industrial control systems. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Caesarea, Israel, the company employs proprietary technology that protects against data forgery by detecting artificial manipulation of industrial process data in real-time. This capability enhances true state awareness and enables rapid remediation without disrupting business operations. Aperio's systems ensure sensor data integrity across industrial networks, automatically validating operational data to improve accuracy, security, and overall value. By providing trusted and superior data, the company empowers its clients to make informed business decisions while advancing their profitability and sustainability objectives, all while mitigating risks in their industrial operations.

MODit 3D Inc.

Seed Round in 2018
MODit 3D Inc., incorporated in 2016 and based in San Rafael, California, specializes in automated quality control solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company offers mass-deployable 3D scanning systems coupled with a cloud platform designed to enhance production yields and improve quality communication throughout the supply chain. By leveraging advanced technology, MODit aims to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure consistent product quality.

Riven

Seed Round in 2018
Riven is an industrial engineering company based in Berkeley, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in providing innovative quality control solutions for advanced manufacturing through its fully digital toolset. The company offers mass-deployable 3D scanning technology and proprietary algorithms that automate measurement, inspection, and reporting processes. By streamlining these operations, Riven enables manufacturers to achieve accurate and comprehensive inspections, reducing reliance on time-consuming and error-prone manual methods. Its solutions facilitate instant data sharing across the supply chain, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness in manufacturing environments.

BlockApps

Convertible Note in 2017
BlockApps, Inc. is a blockchain technology company that specializes in providing a platform for developing and deploying Ethereum-based applications. Its primary offering, BlockApps STRATO, is an Ethereum-compliant platform designed for the development, deployment, and management of enterprise blockchain applications. Additionally, BlockApps offers a consortium blockchain network that facilitates the creation of hybrid private, consortium, and public blockchains. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software startups, IT firms, industry-owned businesses, and Fortune 500 corporations. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, BlockApps aims to drive the adoption of blockchain technology by enabling clients to build and manage decentralized applications securely and effectively, while also streamlining processes and enhancing data visibility.

C2Sense

Seed Round in 2017
C2Sense, Inc. specializes in the development of chemiresistive gas sensors aimed at applications in food and agriculture. The company’s sensors detect gases such as ethylene and biogenic amines at very low concentrations, facilitating the monitoring of fruit ripeness and the freshness of meat, fish, and poultry throughout the supply chain. By providing accurate data, C2Sense enables growers, shippers, distributors, retailers, and consumers to make informed decisions that help reduce food waste. Founded in 2013 as a spinout from MIT, C2Sense employs nanotechnology and advanced chemical engineering techniques to create miniaturized mobile sensing solutions. In addition to food-related applications, the company’s technology addresses challenges in rapid medical diagnostics, product authentication, environmental monitoring, and safety across various sectors. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, C2Sense is committed to promoting a healthier and safer world through its innovative sensing technology.

Vivid Vision

Seed Round in 2017
Vivid Vision, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing interactive and immersive 3D games aimed at treating visual disorders such as amblyopia and strabismus. The company offers a software suite that provides various interactive tests to assess eye dominance, suppression, angle of deviation, and contrast sensitivity. This suite allows clinicians to monitor and manage the patient experience through a touchscreen interface. By utilizing virtual reality, Vivid Vision's system measures eye muscle imbalances and delivers tailored visual stimuli to each eye, thereby facilitating the treatment of binocular vision issues. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, Vivid Vision primarily serves eye clinics across North America. The company was formerly known as Apollo VR Corporation before rebranding in March 2015.

Positron Dynamics

Private Equity Round in 2017
Positron Dynamics, LLC is a technology company based in Port Angeles, Washington, founded in 2011 by Ryan Weed and Joshua Machacek. The company specializes in developing advanced solutions for positron production and storage, with a focus on semiconductor diagnostic tools that detect defects at the atomic level. Positron Dynamics also innovates in the fields of cold positron production, non-destructive testing for aerospace and defense applications, and propulsion systems for spacecraft. Its proprietary technology generates intense beams of cold positrons, which are utilized in the design of compact propulsion systems aimed at enhancing space exploration capabilities. The company holds several patents related to its unique methods of producing and moderating positrons, contributing to its position in the market.

Immusoft

Series A in 2016
Immusoft Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing autologous cell therapies for various human diseases through its proprietary Immune System Programming (ISP) technology. Founded in 2009, the company modifies a patient's immune cells, specifically B cells, to create miniature drug factories that produce gene-encoded medicines, or biologics. By reprogramming these cells, Immusoft's technology enables the in vivo delivery of therapeutics that can replace missing or defective enzymes and proteins. The core ISP technology was initially developed at the California Institute of Technology and is exclusively licensed to Immusoft. This innovative approach aims to improve treatments for rare and infectious diseases by harnessing the body's own immune system.

Abtum

Seed Round in 2016
Radio Frequency (RF) filter is a fundamental element in any wireless device. The demand for connectivity and more bandwidth drives a plethora of devices that require high performance RF filters. Hence, the market for better RF filters continues to grow rapidly. Abtum offers a disruptive RF filter technology that addresses the need of the industry and creates a remarkable business opportunity.

Axiom Exergy

Venture Round in 2016
Axiom Exergy Inc. is an energy storage company focused on developing innovative refrigeration batteries designed for supermarkets, cold-storage facilities, and food processors. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Richmond, California, the company provides energy management solutions that include thermal energy storage retrofits and software for monitoring and managing energy use in refrigeration systems. Its products feature an optional integrated backup cooling system, which safeguards food from spoilage during power outages. Axiom Exergy also offers services related to energy management, thermal energy systems engineering, and hardware development, aiming to optimize energy consumption and reduce operational costs for commercial buildings with significant thermal loads.

zPREDICTA

Seed Round in 2016
zPREDICTA’s bio-simulation technology combines biology with automation and computation to automate drug development. zPREDICTA's bio-simulation platform enables pharma to rapidly identify drug candidates that will be effective in patients. r-Organ is a set of next generation 3D culture models that provide 1-to-1 reconstruction of human tissue microenvironment in an organ- and disease-specific manner allowing accurate prediction of drug response. Utilizing r-Organ technology, zPREDICTA is mapping cellular behavior in response to anticancer drugs.

Modal

Seed Round in 2016
Modal, previously known as Drive Motors Inc., specializes in online car-buying solutions tailored for auto dealer groups, banks, and brands in the United States. The company provides a platform that facilitates digital transactions seamlessly integrated into existing websites and showrooms. Modal's technology functions as a transparent transaction layer, enhancing the user experience while maintaining the original interface. The platform includes features such as Checkout, which enables digital transactions directly on web pages, Shop, a connected sales tool that streamlines the commerce experience, and Trade, which integrates with the buying journey. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, Modal is supported by a team with backgrounds in leading technology firms and backed by significant investors, positioning itself as a transformative force in the automotive retail industry.

Alievio

Seed Round in 2016
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.

Neocis

Series B in 2016
Neocis, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of robotic guidance systems for dental implant procedures. Founded in 2009 and based in Miami, Florida, Neocis has created Yomi, a robotic device designed to enhance the precision of dental implant placements. Yomi integrates computer imagery from CT scans with surgical planning, providing multi-sensory feedback to dental surgeons during procedures. The device is commercially available in the United States and has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Neocis focuses on collaborating with dental professionals to address surgical challenges and improve patient care through advanced technology, promoting a minimally invasive approach that facilitates faster surgery and recovery.

Autonomous Marine Systems

Seed Round in 2016
Autonomous Marine Systems Inc. is a marine data services company based in Somerville, Massachusetts, founded in 2009. The company specializes in providing customized hydrographic surveys and operates low-cost, self-powered ocean surface drones that form an intelligent sensor network for data collection. Its robotic sailboats, which harness wind and solar energy, are designed for autonomous operation on long-duration missions across vast geographic areas. This technology allows clients in sectors such as defense, energy, shipping, fishing, and research to efficiently gather marine data while minimizing risks to human life and reducing the operational costs associated with traditional vessels in challenging marine environments.

ZelosDx

Seed Round in 2016
Developer of neurodiagnostic technologies intended to commercialize blood testing products. The company provides critical data that can be useful in diagnosis, monitoring and assessing therapeutic responses that help to make discoveries for brain health and diseases, enabling pharmaceutical companies and researchers to drug discovery and conduct studies in brain disease.

IntelliVision

Seed Round in 2015
IntelliVision Corp. specializes in intelligent video analytics and automated surveillance solutions, developing advanced technologies for video content analysis. The company offers a range of products, including an Intelligent Video solution that automates video monitoring and a Recognition Suite that provides recognition capabilities for faces, objects, and license plates. IntelliVision's software processes and analyzes video data from both analog and digital sources, extracting actionable insights and real-time alerts for various applications, including security, traffic management, and retail analytics. Established in 2003 and headquartered in San Jose, California, IntelliVision also operates offices in Asia and Europe. The company holds patents for its innovative technology, which is recognized for transforming video surveillance through deep learning and artificial intelligence. As of 2018, IntelliVision operates as a subsidiary of Nortek Security & Control, LLC.

Bounce Imaging

Seed Round in 2015
Bounce Imaging, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of tactical throwable cameras equipped with multiple lenses and sensors, designed primarily for use by police and firefighters. The company's innovative products enable first responders to safely assess hazardous environments remotely, providing real-time video and sensor data while maintaining stability during movement. In addition to its camera systems, Bounce Imaging offers a variety of accessories, including pole attachments, tethers, car chargers, headsets, wrist straps, and magnetic mounts. The company also provides cloud-based services that encompass technical consulting, design and implementation support, and troubleshooting for imaging and processing hardware. Founded in 2012, Bounce Imaging is headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
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