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Dispersa specializes in the development of environmentally friendly biosurfactants, which are derived from food waste instead of traditional food-grade sources. By utilizing microbes, the company transforms food waste into sustainable surfactants that effectively disperse oil particles. These biosurfactants form micelles, structures that encapsulate hydrocarbons, facilitating their breakdown and removal. Dispersa's innovative approach aims to enhance the sustainability and affordability of the biosurfactant market, offering a viable alternative to synthetic and petroleum-based surfactants. This positions Dispersa as a leader in providing eco-friendly solutions for various industries, promoting a circular economy and reducing reliance on non-renewable resources.

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Queva creates AI-powered smart collars for dogs, providing real-time health monitoring to detect diseases early. We're transforming pet care, making it proactive and personalized for a better quality of life for our furry friends.

VEGA BioImaging increases the accuracy of cancer diagnostics to ensure all patients receive the most appropriate treatment, improve their chances of survival, and enhance their quality of life during treatment. VEGA offers a novel immunolabeling technology that uses nanobeads of different colors to target specific proteins, adding quantitative and precise results to biopsy analysis for predicting the effectiveness of oncology drugs. This solution will enable better stratification of cancer patients and better determination of their eligibility for precision treatments. The VEGA solution consists of three components: a protein detection kit, a slide digitizing system that easily integrates with existing microscopy systems, and quantification software based on artificial intelligence.

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EmergConnect is a digital platform designed to enhance emergency care by facilitating patient self-assessment, registration, and individualized wait time predictions. Utilizing artificial intelligence that comprehends natural language, the platform simplifies triage and registration processes, allowing patients to provide information through easily understandable questions. This automation of clinical documentation not only improves patient throughput but also enhances clinical outcomes. EmergConnect's technology enables accurate clinical predictions, identifies high-risk patients, and forecasts unique wait times, ultimately empowering clinicians with valuable data to improve efficiency in emergency rooms and reduce costs.

Maket is a design platform that leverages generative AI to simplify the architecture and planning process for homeowners. It empowers users to create and refine designs for new builds or renovation projects through an accessible interface. The platform focuses on residential floor plans, offering three-dimensional visualizations that enhance the design experience. By facilitating quicker exploration and iteration of design concepts, Maket enables architects and clients to make informed decisions more efficiently and at a lower cost. This approach democratizes architecture, making it easier for individuals to engage in their building projects.

FTEX is a Montreal-based start-up focused on developing advanced smart connected drive systems specifically for light electric vehicles. The company designs and produces the electronics, software, and applications that manage vehicle motors, all of which are interconnected in real-time through a cellular network to FTEX’s cloud platform. This system offers users a range of functionalities via the mobile EVionics operating system, including location tracking, usage monitoring, diagnostics, remote locking, collision detection, service alerts, and theft insurance. FTEX aims to promote the adoption of personal electric vehicles by providing innovative motor controllers that improve performance, extend range, and enhance the overall user experience through the application of cutting-edge technology and standards.

SquareFeet.ai is an innovative real estate platform that leverages artificial intelligence to assist developers and landlords in optimizing property pricing and management. By offering tools to monitor the sales, rentals, and overall management of residential projects, it aims to enhance revenue generation in alignment with current market demand. The platform focuses on improving the financial performance of properties, allowing landlords to achieve higher rental income while maintaining stable tenancies. Through its solutions, SquareFeet.ai seeks to transform how real estate professionals approach the launch and management of condo and rental projects, ultimately increasing net profits for property owners.

EncephalX is a Canadian based start-up working on the development, the certification, and the commercialization of surgical devices. Precisely, our team aim to improve the treatment of patients with traumatic brain injuries by introducing our new dynamic cranial implant to clinicians.

LSK Technologies Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in the development of PLUM, an advanced analyzer for testing infectious diseases, including COVID-19. This device detects viral RNA, proteins, and immune responses, and is capable of analyzing commercial assays in various formats, such as microplates and gels. LSK Technologies aims to create a compact and efficient "lab in a box" for use in medical offices and workplaces, leveraging computer vision technology to enhance disease testing. The company is also conducting field trials for the Zika virus in Latin America. With a focus on providing precise, real-time diagnostic results at low costs, LSK Technologies serves medical professionals and scientists, and has received over $100,000 in pre-orders for its innovative testing solutions. Incorporated in 2020 and headquartered in Toronto, LSK Technologies is positioned to make significant contributions to the field of diagnostic testing.

Aeroflux is engaged in the design, development, and manufacture of magnetic brakes for business, commuter, and commercial aircraft. Their patent-pending brake technology enables completely contactless, wear-free braking of even large passenger jets.

Gallea is an online art gallery based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, focused on promoting local artists to a global audience. It provides a platform for artists to showcase their work through virtual exhibitions, allowing them to create portfolios and share their artistic methods with potential buyers and exhibition venues. By facilitating these connections, Gallea aims to enhance artists' sales opportunities and establish itself as a significant player in the art distribution network worldwide. As one of Canada's fastest-growing online art marketplaces, Gallea is dedicated to elevating the visibility of emerging talent in the art community.

Rokulo specializes in optimizing mining and construction operations through advanced AI-enabled camera systems. Their technology employs continuous machine vision to monitor and analyze rock fragments on conveyor belts in real time. This system provides critical data on particle size distribution and identifies potentially harmful foreign objects, such as metal or plastic. By delivering actionable insights, Rokulo's platform enhances productivity, improves profit margins, and increases energy efficiency within the mining and mineral processing industries.

Axya is a startup that operates an online platform designed to connect small and medium-sized shop owners with suppliers in the manufacturing sector. The platform serves as a marketplace that standardizes and centralizes the subcontracting process, facilitating streamlined communication and collaboration between buyers and suppliers. By providing insightful information, Axya helps users navigate the complexities of the manufacturing industry, enabling them to make informed decisions and improve their operational efficiencies.

Spectra Plasmonics specializes in portable chemical sensing technology that facilitates rapid identification of drug components and related substances. Their flagship product, Amplifi ID, streamlines chemical analysis, eliminating the need for complex laboratory procedures. This user-friendly device requires minimal training and enables the quick detection of hazardous substances, including fentanyl and other toxic additives found in street drugs. By providing accessible, high-quality, and real-time data, Spectra Plasmonics empowers frontline public health and safety organizations to monitor and address chemical threats effectively, ultimately aiming to reduce drug-related health risks in communities.

Nomic is a bioengineering company focused on making the human proteome as accessible as the human genome. The company is developing the nELISA, a next-generation platform for measuring proteins at high throughput and scale. Nomic provides scientists with protein profiling solutions, allowing them to determine the scope and scale of their experiments. Their platform features cost-effective measurement of protein data and integrates smoothly with industry-standard cytometers for high-throughput analysis. Additionally, Nomic's technology enables the development of custom protein panels, leveraging nanotechnology to use DNA as a versatile linker to address issues of cross-reactivity in protein measurement.

Merinio Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in cloud-based workforce automation software. The software is designed to enhance operational efficiency in complex business environments by offering features such as labor forecasting, auto shift fulfillment, on-demand schedule validation, and a compliance engine. It also includes tools for quick scheduling, template assistance, multichannel communication, employee portal access, and time and attendance tracking. By facilitating streamlined planning, scheduling, and management of workforce operations, Merinio aims to reduce costs and boost employee satisfaction. The software enables real-time communication of operational information, which can positively impact customer satisfaction and allows organizations to make immediate adjustments to optimize their human capital.

CHK PLZ offers a QR-based payment application designed to streamline the dining experience in restaurants. Its platform facilitates online ordering, touchless payments, table booking, and dine-in orders, allowing customers to pay conveniently and contactlessly. This solution not only enhances customer satisfaction but also helps restaurant owners increase table turnover and gain valuable insights into customer habits. By providing a comprehensive and hassle-free payment system, CHK PLZ aims to improve operational efficiency for restaurants while ensuring a seamless experience for diners.

Civalgo is an operations management platform based in Montreal, Canada, designed specifically for the heavy civil construction industry. It serves specialty contractors engaged in large-scale projects such as concrete work, road paving, and bridge construction. Civalgo's AI-powered platform enhances productivity by improving transparency and collaboration across teams, enabling better management of personnel and material resources. It addresses the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in the construction sector by providing real-time data that supports effective planning, field execution, and project control. By streamlining the entire process from estimating to construction, Civalgo helps clients reduce risks and improve outcomes based on historical performance data, ultimately reclaiming control over their operations.

Reaction Dynamics is a company focused on developing innovative launch technologies that utilize hybrid propulsion systems to provide efficient and environmentally friendly access to space. The company's approach aims to reduce the ecological footprint associated with space travel, distinguishing it from traditional methods. Their first suborbital launch vehicle, Aurora, is currently undergoing qualification testing, with its inaugural flight planned for 2023. By incorporating additive manufacturing and specialized supply chains, Reaction Dynamics seeks to offer agile and cost-effective solutions for launching small satellites into orbit, thereby making space more accessible for a variety of customers.

Merinio Inc. is a Montreal-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in cloud-based workforce automation software. The software is designed to enhance operational efficiency in complex business environments by offering features such as labor forecasting, auto shift fulfillment, on-demand schedule validation, and a compliance engine. It also includes tools for quick scheduling, template assistance, multichannel communication, employee portal access, and time and attendance tracking. By facilitating streamlined planning, scheduling, and management of workforce operations, Merinio aims to reduce costs and boost employee satisfaction. The software enables real-time communication of operational information, which can positively impact customer satisfaction and allows organizations to make immediate adjustments to optimize their human capital.

Pelcro Inc. operates a content subscription platform that enables publishers, blogs, and websites to effectively sell digital content subscriptions. Founded in 2016 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company provides a range of solutions, including a dynamic paywall that adjusts pricing and discounts based on user behavior, location, and device. Pelcro's platform offers data and analytics tools that help teams measure key performance indicators in real time, along with customer service software to manage subscriber relationships. Additionally, Pelcro employs machine learning algorithms to enhance user engagement and drive revenue for content creators. It also supports businesses with shipping solutions for subscription and membership fulfillment, catering to a diverse array of digital content providers.

Korbit Technologies, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, is focused on revolutionizing education through its AI-powered tutor, Korbi. This intelligent platform offers personalized learning experiences by adapting to each student's unique profile, providing interactive exercises, quizzes, visual diagrams, and real-time feedback. Korbi aims to enhance learning outcomes and motivation for students by delivering targeted pedagogical support in areas such as data science and artificial intelligence. The company also offers a free machine learning course and serves a diverse clientele, including students, educators, and corporations. With nearly 20,000 learners benefiting from its training programs, Korbit has gained recognition as one of the top AI startups globally, supported by partnerships with institutions like Mila, and has received media coverage from prominent outlets such as the New York Times and Forbes.