Northwest Technology Ventures

DesignMedix, Inc. is a pharmaceutical drug development company focused on creating small molecule drugs to combat drug resistance in infectious diseases. Founded in 2006 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company is known for its drug candidate DM1157, which aims to provide a cure for drug-resistant malaria, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children and pregnant women. In addition to malaria, DesignMedix is developing treatments for other conditions, including trichomonas vaginalis, helicobacter pylori, and various bacterial and parasitic diseases. The company's innovative approach involves covalently linking a chemical moiety from a resistance reversal agent to serve dual purposes as both a therapeutic and a resistance reversal agent, thereby facilitating more effective treatment options for healthcare providers.

Founded in 2004, Artielle Immuno Therapeutics develops a platform of biologic drugs targeting the CD74 receptor on monocytes to treat various T-cell mediated inflammatory diseases worldwide. Its primary focus is on neuro-inflammatory and degenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis, optic neuritis, methamphetamine addiction, and stroke.

IP Fabrics, Inc. is a US-based company specializing in network visibility, compliance, and analytics solutions for various sectors, including telecommunications, cable, and government agencies. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, the company offers a range of products designed for network surveillance and diagnostics. Its product suite includes TunnelBox, a remote traffic access appliance, and DeepProbe, a deep packet inspection device that provides real-time alerts for network events. The DeepSweep appliance supports lawful intercept compliance and enhances network visibility. Additionally, the company offers CyberInsight, an analytics solution for network behavior analysis, as well as an OpenIntelligence software development kit for customizable applications. IP Fabrics serves over 50 customers, including service providers and law enforcement agencies, and provides ongoing support, training, and maintenance for its solutions. As of mid-2015, IP Fabrics operates as a subsidiary of Yaana Technologies, LLC.