Houston Health Ventures

Allotrope Medical Inc. is a Houston-based medical device company that specializes in manufacturing surgical devices aimed at enhancing surgical procedures. The company's flagship product, StimSite, is an intuitive handheld device designed specifically to assist surgeons in quickly and accurately identifying ureters during operations. This device not only aids in ureter localization but also functions as a blunt dissection tool, streamlining the surgical process. By employing a simple single-button design, Allotrope Medical's device eliminates the need for additional pre and post-operative procedures, thereby improving efficiency in pelvic surgeries. Established in 2016, the company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance surgical accuracy and patient safety.

INRFOOD, Inc., established in 2011 and based in Durham, North Carolina, develops websites and mobile applications aimed at helping users make informed dietary decisions. Their platform allows users to discuss and share information about their diet, view advanced analytics of their eating habits, and receive real-time notifications about products that may not be suitable due to various allergies or dietary restrictions such as gluten, milk, peanut, shellfish, soy, tree nut, vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, heart condition, pregnant, egg allergy, fish allergy, corn allergy, and wheat allergy. The company offers the INRFOOD APP, which provides detailed food information, and Sugar Cube, an application that helps users visualize sugar content in their food using teaspoons, packets, and sugar cubes. These applications are available through iTunes, Google Play, and App Store.