TiiCKER is an intelligent software platform that engages, verifies, and incentivizes consumer shareholders.
Retia Medical, LLC is a medical device company based in East Lansing, Michigan, specializing in the development of software and hardware for patient monitoring, particularly for high-risk patients. The company offers advanced hemodynamic monitors that accurately measure cardiac output, a crucial health metric indicating the blood flow rate from the heart. These devices are designed for use in critical care settings, such as intensive care units and operating rooms, and are applicable in various high-risk surgeries, including cardiac, neurosurgery, and transplants. Retia Medical's technology, which has been validated through extensive testing, aims to enhance patient care by providing clinicians with essential data for detecting and managing life-threatening conditions like sepsis and multi-organ failure. The company is pursuing FDA approval to launch its innovative monitoring solutions, with the potential for broader applications in emergency rooms and at-home care settings.
Genomenon, Inc. is a software development company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in tools for genetic diagnosis and research. Founded in 2014, it provides a suite of diagnostic and discovery software that enables physicians, pharmaceutical companies, and researchers to quickly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic-sequencing datasets. The flagship product, GENOMENON, automates the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, facilitating faster decision-making in cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as in the study of inheritable diseases. By improving the efficiency of genomic interpretation, Genomenon aims to enhance patient outcomes and advance genetic research.
GreenMark Biomedical Inc. is a minimally invasive healthcare company founded in 2016 and based in East Lansing, Michigan, with a laboratory in Ann Arbor. The company specializes in developing biopolymer nanoparticles derived from natural starch, which serves as an ideal carrier for various dental and medical applications due to its biodegradability by natural enzymes in the body. GreenMark's dental technologies focus on diagnosing and treating tooth decay through innovative tests and a mouth rinse product that illuminates cavities and early-stage lesions when exposed to standard dental curing lamps. In addition to its dental innovations, the company is also exploring applications for targeted anti-cancer drug delivery, aiming to improve treatment precision and patient comfort.
Pocketnest Inc. is a financial planning management company, established in 2017 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm provides a digital application that delivers customized financial planning recommendations tailored to individual users' financial situations. By integrating behavioral science and psychology, Pocketnest aims to guide Generation X and millennials toward achieving financial wellness through a structured, methodical platform. The application offers step-by-step financial planning guidance, enabling users to manage their finances systematically and effectively.
Developer of network management platform designed to combat cybersecurity attacks. The company offers active monitoring and detection, threat remediation, user behavior analytics, application monitoring, network forensics, log management and reporting, file integrity monitoring, compliance assurance and cloud security, enabling companies to build and manage their security operations and DevOps teams efficiently.
TiiCKER is an intelligent software platform that engages, verifies, and incentivizes consumer shareholders.
Developer of a financial education platform designed for daily purchase round-ups and learning real-life money management skills. The company's platform offers a new-age banking application that allows people in the community to earn, save, spend, and give back through daily transactions, enabling parents to teach financial management to children right from an early age.
Genomenon, Inc. is a software development company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that specializes in tools for genetic diagnosis and research. Founded in 2014, it provides a suite of diagnostic and discovery software that enables physicians, pharmaceutical companies, and researchers to quickly and accurately identify disease-causing variants from genomic-sequencing datasets. The flagship product, GENOMENON, automates the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, facilitating faster decision-making in cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as in the study of inheritable diseases. By improving the efficiency of genomic interpretation, Genomenon aims to enhance patient outcomes and advance genetic research.
BetterYou is a digital wellness platform that empowers both individuals and organizations to enhance health and well-being through data-driven insights. By utilizing data generated from daily interactions with its devices, BetterYou helps users identify where they spend their time compared to what truly matters to them. The platform encourages users to define their own criteria for "time better spent," allowing them to focus on their personal wellness goals across physical, mental, social, and educational dimensions. Additionally, BetterYou provides organizations with population-level insights that facilitate improved employee wellness, ultimately driving health savings and fostering healthier habits within the workforce.
LUCYPOP
Seed Round in 2020
LUCYPOP is an advanced material science startup focused on enhancing nail care. LUCYPOP's product focuses on high-quality nontoxic material to help customers to take care of their nails.
Ripple Science Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, specializes in developing web-based software aimed at improving the recruitment and management of participants in clinical, translational, and social science studies. The company's flagship product, Ripple SaaS, integrates sales and marketing automation tools specifically for participant recruitment, allowing research investigators to engage more participants efficiently. This software supports various functions, including study dashboard management, recruitment campaign oversight, and participant tracking—both potential and enrolled. Ripple Science's solutions cater to academic investigators, clinical trial sites, and contract research organizations, and the software is currently utilized by over 75 academic and research institutions globally, enhancing communication and collaboration throughout the clinical trial process.
Skoop, Inc. specializes in mobility and digital advertising services, offering both hardware and software solutions. The company provides a range of hardware products, including various types of LED screens such as bike taxi screens, lamp post screens, and totem pole screens. Its software offerings include a cloud-based content management system, SKOOP Signage, which allows users to transform any screen or television into a digital billboard. This software enables media space owners in the Digital Out of Home (DOOH) industry to manage their networks remotely, set pricing, and create custom layouts for large format displays and other digital signage. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Royal Oak, Michigan, Skoop aims to help clients monetize their available advertising space effectively.
GreenMark Biomedical Inc. is a minimally invasive healthcare company founded in 2016 and based in East Lansing, Michigan, with a laboratory in Ann Arbor. The company specializes in developing biopolymer nanoparticles derived from natural starch, which serves as an ideal carrier for various dental and medical applications due to its biodegradability by natural enzymes in the body. GreenMark's dental technologies focus on diagnosing and treating tooth decay through innovative tests and a mouth rinse product that illuminates cavities and early-stage lesions when exposed to standard dental curing lamps. In addition to its dental innovations, the company is also exploring applications for targeted anti-cancer drug delivery, aiming to improve treatment precision and patient comfort.
Uru Sports, LLC operates an online platform that connects athletes, coaches, and teams in the field hockey community. Established in 2015 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Uru Sports facilitates the recruitment process by allowing users to find open playing and coaching positions internationally. The platform enables athletes to showcase their unique talents and accomplishments, making it easier for recruiters to identify suitable candidates. Additionally, Uru Sports streamlines the process for teams seeking to connect with potential players and coaches, ultimately enhancing their chances of success in competitions. By fostering a global network, Uru Sports aims to empower its members and promote growth within the sport.
Jolt Energy Storage Technologies, LLC, founded in 2015 and based in West Michigan, specializes in developing innovative compounds for lithium-ion batteries. The company focuses on creating organic electrochemical additives that enhance battery performance by increasing capacity, preventing overcharging, and simplifying electronic control systems. These advancements allow battery manufacturers to improve the safety, functionality, and cost-effectiveness of their products. Additionally, Jolt is working on all-organic nonaqueous redox flow batteries (RFBs) designed for large-scale energy storage, offering a reliable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional battery technologies. With a commitment to sustainability, Jolt Energy aims to revolutionize the energy storage sector.
Owner and operator of a digital marketing agency intended to facilitate creation and management of geofilter campaigns for businesses on the Snapchat platform. The company's campaigns are custom-designed, long-term geofilters created with extensive brand research and offer maximum brand interaction, enabling companies to analyze the campaigns success and improve the strategy.
Photometrics is a supplier of CCD, CMOS and EMCCD cameras which are used in bio-research activities.
Lingco LLC is a language-learning platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan. The company develops tools for instructors to enhance the language learning experience through its adaptive technology. Its platform, Lingco Classroom, utilizes artificial intelligence to assess students’ existing language proficiency quickly, allowing for personalized learning experiences. By analyzing initial assessments, the platform identifies students' strengths and weaknesses in vocabulary and grammar, enabling instructors to tailor their teaching strategies accordingly. Additionally, it provides real-time insights into student performance and utilizes machine learning to recommend specific activities and content for instructors to assign, ultimately helping students achieve fluency.
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AgileCare Solutions streamlines communication and provides caregivers with the decision-making tools they need. Our health technology platform leverages artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, to empower anyone to become a caring expert.
Pairaphrase, a web-based translation management system for enterprises, facilitates smarter, faster and safer translation for organizations that operate globally. The software uses dynamic statistical machine translation, artificial intelligence and Translation Memory (TM) management to efficiently translate source text and electronic files inputted by the end user from one language to another, while improving translation quality over time. Pairaphrase is intended for secure gisting and document translation, as well as collaborative translation within multinational organizations.
CIBO Technologies, Inc. is a software company focused on modeling and simulating agricultural ecosystems. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Saint Louis, East Lansing, and Minneapolis, CIBO offers a range of tools including Continuum DB for spatio-temporal modeling, BarnCAT for agronomic science analysis, and WhetherRain, a weather simulation generator. The company also provides DirtPatch for environmental reconstruction, TerraFarm for planetary-scale simulation, and the Land Intelligence platform, which delivers insights on farmland productivity and sustainability. CIBO's services cater to various crops and serve multiple sectors including agribusiness, sustainability, and finance. Founded in 2014, the company aims to enhance transparency in agriculture by providing unbiased information and fostering connections within the agricultural value chain.
AerBots
Seed Round in 2016
AerBots develops plug-and-play drone kits with interchangeable components for people to create their own machines to fly, discover, and explore.
Ubiquitous Energy, Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based company that specializes in the development of transparent solar technology. Founded in 2011 and originally spun out from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company has created ClearView Power technology, which allows for the selective conversion of ultraviolet and near-infrared light into electricity while permitting visible light to pass through. This innovative approach enables everyday surfaces, such as windows and smart glass, to function as solar panels without compromising their appearance. ClearView Power serves as an energy source for various electronic devices, including wearables, tablets, and digital signage, thereby addressing battery life limitations in mobile devices. Additionally, Ubiquitous Energy has established a strategic development agreement with Asahi Glass Co., Ltd. to further advance its technology in the market.
Treeborn, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of chestnut chips primarily used in the brewing industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, the company sources its chestnuts from sustainably grown trees in the region. Treeborn specializes in processing whole fresh chestnuts by removing their shells, slicing the kernels ultra-thin, and oven-toasting them to enhance their natural sweetness and nutty flavor. The resulting chestnut chips serve as a flavorful ingredient in various beers, including ales and stouts, and are particularly suitable for gluten-free brewing. In addition to chestnut chips, Treeborn produces raw and roasted chestnut flour, catering to a diverse customer base, including those with celiac disease.
TheraB Medical Products, Inc. is focused on developing innovative solutions for the treatment of infant jaundice. The company offers SnugLit, a portable phototherapy blanket that combines blue light therapy with a wearable swaddle design, allowing for effective treatment while promoting maternal-infant bonding and facilitating breastfeeding. This battery-powered garment can be used in both hospital and home settings, providing flexibility and reducing the stress often associated with jaundice treatment for mothers and their infants. Founded in 2014 and based in East Lansing, Michigan, TheraB Medical aims to enhance the care experience for families dealing with this common neonatal condition.
Black Pine Engineering LLC, founded in 2014 and based in East Lansing, Michigan, specializes in manufacturing turbo machinery aimed at addressing insufficient gas compression. The company produces multi-stage axial compressors and offers turbo machines designed for various applications, including water and chemical vapors. One of its notable innovations, the Woven Wheel technology, has been tested for use in several large market applications, such as refrigeration compressors, water turbines, desalination compressors, and geothermal non-condensable gas removal systems.
Avidhrt Inc. is a health technology company specializing in cardiovascular health, based in East Lansing, Michigan, with regional offices in India and Sri Lanka. Founded in 2016, Avidhrt produces a mobile, clinical-quality electrocardiogram (EKG), a pulse oximeter (SpO2), and an infrared temperature sensor under the brand name Sense. The company also offers the AvidCor app, a cloud-based electronic medical record application that facilitates the monitoring and sharing of health data with physicians. This suite of products enables users to track their cardiovascular health anytime and anywhere, promoting proactive health management.
AgileCare Solutions streamlines communication and provides caregivers with the decision-making tools they need. Our health technology platform leverages artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, to empower anyone to become a caring expert.
York Project is a Social Streetwear company from Metro-Detroit founded in 2012. York Project was born in 2012 when then 19-Year old, Josh York, hand stitched his last name into a maroon beanie and began selling them to his friends at local music shows. After the first 40-50 sales, Josh knew he could not only continue to sell these hats, but also find a way to give back with this thing he had started. Acting on the one-for-one model, made famous by TOMS, Josh and friends donated 50 beanies to Detroit Christian Services homelessness outreach center in February of 2013. Upon partnering with PB&J Outreach in March of 2013, the York team quickly learned that there was not as great of a need for beanies for the homeless as there was for socks, toilet paper, gloves, and underwear. The team quickly switched the giving model to include these items as donations, instead of just beanies. Currently, York Project makes a Donation Kit to donate for each product sold. Each one of these Donation Kits includes a durable tote bag, toilet paper, socks, and bottled water. Since 2012, we’ve made over 24,000 donations in 23 American cities from coast to coast.
TransCode Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, engages in discovery, development, and commercialization of a pipeline of microRNA (miRNAs) therapeutics for treating metastatic disease. It develops a platform of targeted therapies that relies on specific eradication of metastatic tumor cells through pharmacological inhibition of microRNA-10b. The company was founded n 2016 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Vade Nutrition provides portable protein powder. It offers dissolvable protein scoops. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Lansing, Michigan.
PhotosynQ LLC specializes in developing and marketing tools for plant research, focusing on photosynthesis-related data collection and analysis. The company offers the MultispeQ, a handheld device that provides lab-quality results for measuring photosynthetic traits in real-world conditions. This instrument helps identify stresses in plants and algae, while its associated mobile and desktop applications facilitate the collection of high-throughput phenotyping data. Users, including researchers, educators, farmers, and citizen scientists, can analyze and share their findings through the PhotosynQ network. Founded in 2015 and based in East Lansing, Michigan, PhotosynQ aims to enhance research collaboration and provide actionable insights for precision agriculture through its integrated platform and advanced analytical tools.
Digitouch Health is a United States-based company that develops a medical device aimed at monitoring hypertension and blood pressure. The device utilizes algorithm-enabled technology and oscillometry to measure blood pressure accurately without the need for calibration. It allows users to conveniently track their blood pressure levels and transmit readings directly to electronic health records, enhancing both personal health management and clinical oversight.
Switched Source is a startup focused on providing solutions for distribution companies that increase the efficiency and reliability of the last mile of electricity delivery. We are based in East Lansing Michigan and have strong ties to Michigan State University. We are working on deploying our technology with great partner utilities and OEMs. If there are any questions about the company either with respect to job opportunities or press, please send an email to info@SwitchedSource.com
Vloggle, LLC is a video-sharing social platform founded in 2017 and based in West Bloomfield, Michigan. The company offers an application that allows users to capture, edit, and share videos of up to ten minutes in length. Vloggle's platform is designed to facilitate the combination of multiple experiences into a single video, enabling users to enhance their content with animations, music, transitions, and overlays easily. This user-friendly interface promotes seamless recording and editing, making it simple for individuals to create captivating videos and connect with friends through shared experiences.