Eridan Technology is a Norway-based company headquartered in Aust-Agder, specializing in innovative technology for radio frequency communication and drug delivery therapies. The company is developing the world's first digital sampling radio capable of operating across 4G, 5G, and future cellular networks. Its unique transceiver architecture generates all sub-6GHz cellular signals at full transmit power, significantly reducing the need for linear power amplifiers. This fully digital approach to wireless signal generation results in energy consumption that is 5-10 times lower than traditional methods while transmitting the same amount of data. Eridan's technology is designed to operate at any cellular frequency, supporting fast data rates and compatibility with various signal types, thus providing energy-efficient solutions that enhance bandwidth and power capabilities for customers.
Koya Medical
Venture Round in 2020
Koya Medical, Inc. is a healthcare company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing innovative wearable therapeutic devices aimed at treating cancer-related chronic lymphedema and various venous diseases. Koya Medical's technology offers active compression therapy that enhances mobility and personalized care, addressing limitations commonly associated with traditional compression methods. Its sensor-based closed-loop system provides patient-specific patterned compression, enabling healthcare providers to effectively manage conditions like chronic edema and chronic venous insufficiency. Through its breakthrough treatments, Koya Medical seeks to transform the standard of care for individuals affected by these debilitating conditions.
FirstHand Hygiene
Venture Round in 2018
FirstHand Hygiene is a company based in San Francisco, California, that focuses on enhancing compliance with proper handwashing techniques through its innovative wearable technology. Founded in 2015, the company offers a patented solution known as the SmartBand, which monitors hand hygiene practices in real-time across various sectors, including healthcare, food services, childcare, and aged care facilities. The SmartBand provides actionable feedback at the point of engagement, enabling organizations to improve their handwashing practices and ultimately reduce hygiene-related infections. By leveraging this technology, FirstHand Hygiene aims to promote better hygiene compliance and improve overall public health standards.
SenSanna
Seed Round in 2017
SenSanna, Inc. specializes in developing advanced wireless sensor solutions designed for harsh environments, catering to the specific measurement needs of industrial and government clients. The company offers a range of capabilities, including automatic sensor identification, accurate monitoring of challenging conditions, data processing, and the delivery of customized actionable insights. Its technology encompasses custom physical, chemical, and biological sensors that operate effectively in severe settings. SenSanna's solutions enable real-time monitoring, providing operators with critical information about system conditions, analyzing stresses from fluctuations, and facilitating the development of local energy storage and control strategies. Incorporated in 2014 and based in Hanover, Maryland, SenSanna was formerly known as Applied Sensor Research & Development Corporation before rebranding in November 2014.
SonicCloud
Seed Round in 2016
SonicCloud is a telecommunications company specializing in digital signal processing and sonic clarity. The firm focuses on enhancing speech intelligibility for individuals with hearing difficulties by applying advanced signal processing technology typically used in mobile communications. SonicCloud's cloud telephony platform features a proprietary algorithm that improves sound quality while preserving natural audio characteristics. This technology, combined with patented self-tuning capabilities, provides personalized and clear speech understanding across various levels of hearing ability, enabling users to have clearer phone conversations.
BlackPak
Seed Round in 2015
BlackPak is a Bay Area-based startup focused on advancing natural gas storage technology for off-road and passenger vehicle markets. The company develops innovative systems that utilize activated carbon to store natural gas at lower pressures compared to traditional compressed natural gas methods. This approach allows for greater flexibility in tank design, accommodating various shapes and sizes, and promotes the adoption of cleaner fuels in automotive and commercial applications. By providing cost-effective and energy-efficient storage solutions, BlackPak aims to facilitate the transition toward renewable energy sources in the transportation sector.