National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It is dedicated to supporting research and education in science and engineering across a wide range of disciplines. The NSF provides significant non-dilutive funding, up to $1.5 million, to startups and small businesses through its America's Seed Fund initiative, which is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program mandated by Congress. With an operating budget of approximately $7.8 billion, the NSF is committed to advancing fundamental research and education, thus fostering innovation and technological development in the United States.

James Donlon

Program Director

Debasis Majumdar

Program Director

Graciela Narcho

Staff Associate

Sethuraman Panchanathan

Director

Past deals in Architecture

Norwich University

Grant in 2024
Norwich University is a nonprofit educational institution located in Northfield, Vermont, founded in 1819. It offers a diverse range of academic programs, including undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, sciences, and professional fields such as Architecture, Computer Science, Engineering, Pre-Law, and Pre-Medicine. The university is notable for its ROTC program, which trains cadets while also accommodating non-cadets who seek high-quality education. Graduate degrees are predominantly delivered online, with options available in Diplomacy, Education, Military History, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, and Nursing. Norwich employs an experiential learning model that integrates practical and theoretical approaches to education, enhancing knowledge retention. The university provides various financial aid opportunities, including loans, grants, and scholarships, particularly benefitting current and former military personnel. Admission requirements include submission of an application, a personal statement, transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation, which are strongly encouraged.

New York City College of Technology

Grant in 2023
A high rate of success among its graduates and high rankings by U.S. News and World Report make City Tech, the largest Tech College in the Northeast, an impressive choice for a technological education. City Tech, also known as New York City College of Technology, enrolls thousands of degree and continuing education students yearly. The 50-plus degree programs lead graduates to careers in architecture, engineering, advertising, publishing, legal, health and business professions, among others. Of the more than 80,000 graduates of City Tech, many have thrived and even risen to prominence in their fields. In fact, City Tech claims that more than 1,000 of its known graduates are or have been CEOs, presidents or owners of businesses. With students and faculty representing more than 120 countries and speaking more than 85 languages, City Tech has been lauded for its diversity by organizations and publications such as U.S. News and World Report. Smart, ASG, Tap and Pell grants are just a few of the financial aid options offered at New York City College of Technology. There are also loans, work-study programs and academic and need-based scholarships. These options are available to students who qualify.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Grant in 2023
University of Minnesota provides baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees in medicine, business, law, liberal arts, science, engineering, and architecture fields. They also provide education services to communities through science-based knowledge and training.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Grant in 2023
The Georgia Institute of Technology is a state-funded research university based in Atlanta, Georgia. The institute offers degree programs in architecture, computing, engineering, arts, business, and sciences. Georgia Tech, as the institute is commonly referred to, is organized into six colleges and contains 31 departments. Georgia Tech is a public institution and receives funding from the State of Georgia.

Intelligent Medicine

Grant in 2022
Intelligent Medicine specializes in software and simulation services focused on enhancing safety in medical environments through innovative technologies. The company has developed a simulation platform that enables architects and facility stakeholders to evaluate and optimize building designs and operational protocols. By testing various designs and protocols, the platform helps to identify areas for improvement, thereby reducing the likelihood of infectious disease transmission and alleviating user congestion. This capability allows for a rapid feedback loop, supporting the planning and implementation of effective safety policies and design strategies to improve overall outcomes in healthcare settings.

OpalAI

Grant in 2022
OpalAi offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that enables users to generate floor plans instantly using just their smartphones. This technology is applicable to both commercial and residential spaces, allowing users to create detailed floor plans in various formats, including AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM. The software simplifies the process by automatically decluttering fully furnished areas and can deliver highly accurate floor plans within minutes. With no need for special hardware beyond a smartphone, OpalAi empowers individuals to efficiently carry out design and reconstruction tasks, making the generation of digital floor plans accessible to a wide range of clients.

VIATechnik

Grant in 2021
VIATechnik is a prominent provider of digital transformation services for the built environment, focusing on virtual design and construction. The company specializes in engineering design services that transition traditional design and construction processes into a digital platform. Its offerings include computational building information modeling, virtual reality, augmented reality, scheduling, and digital fabrication. By leveraging these advanced technologies, VIATechnik aims to enhance efficiency in design and promote industrialized construction methods, thereby providing clients with innovative solutions in the real estate sector.

Generate

Grant in 2021
Generate is a company focused on the sustainable development of urban environments, specializing in the design and delivery of mass timber structures. It operates a technology-driven architecture platform that offers pre-vetted building solutions and generative systems aimed at enhancing efficiency in mass timber construction. By streamlining communication and project management among architects, engineers, and builders, Generate facilitates the adoption of generative design principles. This approach enables stakeholders in the construction industry to pursue sustainable methods for designing and delivering mass wood structures, ultimately contributing to the creation of environmentally responsible urban spaces.

Spatio Metrics

Grant in 2021
Spatio Metrics offers a design analytics platform aimed at enhancing health outcomes through improved architectural design in healthcare facilities. By analyzing floor plans, the platform identifies design gaps and suggests performance improvements, enabling hospital administrators to make informed design investments. It bridges the divide between design, data, and human performance by leveraging computational analysis of spatial characteristics and trends. This approach integrates previously disconnected data sources, fostering collaboration among teams and allowing clients to test ideas and prioritize interventions. Ultimately, Spatio Metrics seeks to increase operational efficiency and enhance patient well-being by quantifying the effects of design on health outcomes.

Sunthru

Grant in 2020
Sunthru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Scotia, New York, specializes in the development of aerogel-based day-lighting windows designed to serve as an alternative to traditional window glass. The company's products utilize silica aerogel, which offers exceptional insulating properties while maximizing light transmission and transparency. This innovative approach benefits a variety of large buildings, including schools, gymnasiums, and department stores, by reducing window-related expenses and enhancing energy efficiency through lower thermal conductivity. Sunthru’s focus on aerogel technology positions it as a leader in providing sustainable and cost-effective window solutions in the architectural market.

Green Magic Homes

Grant in 2020
Green Magic Homes, founded in 2016 and based in Aventura, Florida, specializes in biophilic building systems that foster a connection between people and nature. The company focuses on creating eco-friendly construction solutions tailored for environmentally conscious communities and wellness hospitality. Its innovative technology enables the design of spacious and bright interiors that seamlessly integrate with lush vegetation. By emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainability, Green Magic Homes supports clients in their construction projects while enhancing environmental quality and preserving the surrounding ecosystem.

Biomimicry Design Alliance

Grant in 2020
Biomimicry Design Alliance is a consulting organization established in 2018 and located in Denver, Colorado. The organization focuses on making biomimicry more accessible to the architecture community by creating tools that bridge the gap between scientific and design disciplines. This initiative aims to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and resources among architects, designers, and scientists, ultimately addressing challenges related to the climate crisis. By enhancing the understanding of biomimicry, the Alliance seeks to empower professionals in these fields to innovate and implement sustainable design solutions.

Generate

Grant in 2019
Generate is a company focused on the sustainable development of urban environments, specializing in the design and delivery of mass timber structures. It operates a technology-driven architecture platform that offers pre-vetted building solutions and generative systems aimed at enhancing efficiency in mass timber construction. By streamlining communication and project management among architects, engineers, and builders, Generate facilitates the adoption of generative design principles. This approach enables stakeholders in the construction industry to pursue sustainable methods for designing and delivering mass wood structures, ultimately contributing to the creation of environmentally responsible urban spaces.

Geopipe

Grant in 2019
Geopipe is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that utilizes machine learning to create immersive digital twins of the real world. The firm develops subscription-based software tools that analyze extensive geographic and numeric data, including satellite imagery, maps, and laser scans. By employing advanced algorithmic techniques, Geopipe reconstructs entire cities swiftly, allowing applications in gaming, simulation, architecture, and more. This innovative approach aids real estate developers in expediting their projects, ultimately saving time and costs.

Norwich University

Grant in 2018
Norwich University is a nonprofit educational institution located in Northfield, Vermont, founded in 1819. It offers a diverse range of academic programs, including undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, sciences, and professional fields such as Architecture, Computer Science, Engineering, Pre-Law, and Pre-Medicine. The university is notable for its ROTC program, which trains cadets while also accommodating non-cadets who seek high-quality education. Graduate degrees are predominantly delivered online, with options available in Diplomacy, Education, Military History, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, and Nursing. Norwich employs an experiential learning model that integrates practical and theoretical approaches to education, enhancing knowledge retention. The university provides various financial aid opportunities, including loans, grants, and scholarships, particularly benefitting current and former military personnel. Admission requirements include submission of an application, a personal statement, transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation, which are strongly encouraged.

Norwich University

Grant in 2018
Norwich University is a nonprofit educational institution located in Northfield, Vermont, founded in 1819. It offers a diverse range of academic programs, including undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, sciences, and professional fields such as Architecture, Computer Science, Engineering, Pre-Law, and Pre-Medicine. The university is notable for its ROTC program, which trains cadets while also accommodating non-cadets who seek high-quality education. Graduate degrees are predominantly delivered online, with options available in Diplomacy, Education, Military History, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, and Nursing. Norwich employs an experiential learning model that integrates practical and theoretical approaches to education, enhancing knowledge retention. The university provides various financial aid opportunities, including loans, grants, and scholarships, particularly benefitting current and former military personnel. Admission requirements include submission of an application, a personal statement, transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation, which are strongly encouraged.

Orange Maker

Grant in 2017
Orange Maker, LLC is a technology company that specializes in advanced 3D printing solutions and user-friendly software development. Founded in 2013 and based in Thousand Oaks, California, the company has developed the Helios One, a high-resolution 3D printing system utilizing heliolithography technology. This innovative system caters to a diverse range of applications, including aerospace, architecture, automotive, biotech, defense, dental, education, entertainment, fashion, medical, and manufacturing. Orange Maker aims to empower designers and engineers by providing state-of-the-art tools that facilitate the seamless creation of 3D objects while maintaining design integrity. The company fosters a collaborative culture within the 3D printing community, promoting the sharing of ideas and advancements in technology.

Artaic

Grant in 2017
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Geopipe

Grant in 2017
Geopipe is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that utilizes machine learning to create immersive digital twins of the real world. The firm develops subscription-based software tools that analyze extensive geographic and numeric data, including satellite imagery, maps, and laser scans. By employing advanced algorithmic techniques, Geopipe reconstructs entire cities swiftly, allowing applications in gaming, simulation, architecture, and more. This innovative approach aids real estate developers in expediting their projects, ultimately saving time and costs.

Spherical Block

Grant in 2017
Spherical Block, LLC draws on the ancient idea of a masonry arch to create a new way of building, using the latest advanced technology of concrete block manufacturing. The company has developed an innovative masonry system which can be used to build an entire building, including roofs. This system can assemble round arches, pointed arches, Gothic arches and windows, domes, spheres, flying buttresses and more. This masonry technology is very strong, inexpensive and easily assembled. Using just a few unit shapes, it is able to create a large number of different designs. The company’s designs incorporate reinforcement bar (rebar) which helps create a stronger, tougher building which can be assembled without extensive support scaffolding or centering. This masonry system is largely self-supporting as it is assembled.

Tactai

Grant in 2017
Tactai is a company focused on developing the world's first wearable device that allows users to experience touch and feel for virtual objects with remarkable realism. Utilizing its patent-pending Dynamic Tactile Wave™ technology, Tactai creates multi-modal experiences that engage users' senses by integrating touch, sound, and light. The company's high-fidelity haptic device is designed to enhance interaction within virtual reality applications, offering precise life-like touch sensations through advanced hand and finger tracking. Tactai's products are aimed at delivering immersive experiences across various sectors, including gaming, e-commerce, training, film, architecture, and education.

Artaic

Grant in 2016
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

ORB Studio

Grant in 2016
ORB Studio is engaged in designing sustainable and low energy buildings.

Artaic

Grant in 2016
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2016
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Spherical Block

Grant in 2015
Spherical Block, LLC draws on the ancient idea of a masonry arch to create a new way of building, using the latest advanced technology of concrete block manufacturing. The company has developed an innovative masonry system which can be used to build an entire building, including roofs. This system can assemble round arches, pointed arches, Gothic arches and windows, domes, spheres, flying buttresses and more. This masonry technology is very strong, inexpensive and easily assembled. Using just a few unit shapes, it is able to create a large number of different designs. The company’s designs incorporate reinforcement bar (rebar) which helps create a stronger, tougher building which can be assembled without extensive support scaffolding or centering. This masonry system is largely self-supporting as it is assembled.

Artaic

Grant in 2015
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2014
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2014
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2014
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2014
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Sunthru

Grant in 2014
Sunthru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Scotia, New York, specializes in the development of aerogel-based day-lighting windows designed to serve as an alternative to traditional window glass. The company's products utilize silica aerogel, which offers exceptional insulating properties while maximizing light transmission and transparency. This innovative approach benefits a variety of large buildings, including schools, gymnasiums, and department stores, by reducing window-related expenses and enhancing energy efficiency through lower thermal conductivity. Sunthru’s focus on aerogel technology positions it as a leader in providing sustainable and cost-effective window solutions in the architectural market.

Artaic

Grant in 2014
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2013
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2012
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2012
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2011
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2011
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.

Artaic

Grant in 2011
Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications, including bathrooms, kitchens, hotels, public spaces, and outdoor areas. Artaic utilizes advanced technology such as computer-aided design software, cloud-based logistics systems, and robotic assembly to create innovative mosaics tailored to the architecture and interior design industry. Additionally, Artaic provides installation services for its custom tile work.
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