TiiCKER is an intelligent software platform that engages, verifies, and incentivizes consumer shareholders.
Retia Medical develops monitors for high-risk patients. Retia’s first product monitors cardiac output, a critical health metric that indicates the flow rate of blood pumped by the heart. The initial target market for this technology is the ICU and perating rooms. It is potentially extendable for use in emergency rooms or at home. Based in East Lansing, MI, Retia’s technology was exclusively licensed from MSU and validated through extensive
tests in animals and humans. With the support of the Pritzker/Vlock family office and a strong advisory board
composed of industry and clinical experts, Retia will seek FDA approval and launch this product, which will help revolutionize the care of our most at-risk patients.
Genomenon, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing software tools for genetic diagnosis and research. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company offers GENOMENON, a software solution designed for the rapid and automated analysis of next-generation sequencing data. This platform aids healthcare professionals and researchers by streamlining the identification of disease-causing variants from genomic datasets, thereby enhancing the accuracy and speed of genetic discoveries and diagnoses. Through its innovative tools, Genomenon aims to transform the landscape of genetic research and clinical decision-making.
GreenMark Biomedical Inc., established in March 2016 and headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, focuses on developing minimally invasive healthcare technologies. The company specializes in biopolymer nanoparticles made from natural starch, which serves as an effective carrier for various applications due to its degradability by natural enzymes in the body. GreenMark's dental technologies aim to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of tooth decay, offering innovative tests and a mouth rinse product that helps detect cavities and early-stage lesions. Additionally, the company is exploring medical applications for these nanoparticles, particularly in the targeted delivery of anti-cancer drugs. With a laboratory located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, GreenMark Biomedical is committed to advancing healthcare solutions through its unique biopolymer technology.
Pocketnest provides comprehensive financial planning to genX and millennials in a digital, methodical platform. The company uses behavioral science and psychology to coach users to achieve financial wellness.
Pocketnest Inc. was founded in 2017 by Jessica Willis and is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.
TiiCKER is an intelligent software platform that engages, verifies, and incentivizes consumer shareholders.
Genomenon, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing software tools for genetic diagnosis and research. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company offers GENOMENON, a software solution designed for the rapid and automated analysis of next-generation sequencing data. This platform aids healthcare professionals and researchers by streamlining the identification of disease-causing variants from genomic datasets, thereby enhancing the accuracy and speed of genetic discoveries and diagnoses. Through its innovative tools, Genomenon aims to transform the landscape of genetic research and clinical decision-making.
BetterYou is a digital wellness platform that helps to make better health and wellness decisions every day. The platform leverages the data exhaust created from using their devices every single day to create insight around where people spend their time vs. what's actually important to them. Their users define what “time better spent” looks like, and to help them stay on track. BetterYou provides population-level insights back to organizations, helping them drive health savings downstream by improving their employees’ digital and overall wellness. It also allows individuals to maximize their time and stay focused on goals that matter.
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 develops a web-based software for health sciences that facilitates the recruitment and management of participants in clinical, translational, and social science studies. The company’s software is used for study dashboard, recruitment campaign management, potential participant tracking, enrolled participant tracking, and task management. It offers solutions for academic investigators, clinical trial sites, and CROs. Ripple Science Corporation was founded in 2016 and is based in is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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., established in March 2016 and headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan, focuses on developing minimally invasive healthcare technologies. The company specializes in biopolymer nanoparticles made from natural starch, which serves as an effective carrier for various applications due to its degradability by natural enzymes in the body. GreenMark's dental technologies aim to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of tooth decay, offering innovative tests and a mouth rinse product that helps detect cavities and early-stage lesions. Additionally, the company is exploring medical applications for these nanoparticles, particularly in the targeted delivery of anti-cancer drugs. With a laboratory located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, GreenMark Biomedical is committed to advancing healthcare solutions through its unique biopolymer technology.
Uru Sports, LLC operates an online platform designed to connect players, coaches, and teams within the field hockey community. Founded in 2015 and based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Uru Sports facilitates the recruitment process by allowing athletes to discover playing and coaching opportunities worldwide. The platform enables teams and clubs to access a diverse pool of talent, showcasing athletes' unique accomplishments through their member profiles. This connection not only empowers individuals to enhance their careers but also assists teams in optimizing their recruitment efforts, ultimately striving to improve performance and achieve success in competitions. Uru Sports positions itself as a vital resource in the sports recruitment landscape, akin to a professional networking service for the athletic community.
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.
MySidekick shows you personalised specials at the nearest Malls and notifies you when you arrive !
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 enhancing agricultural practices through advanced modeling and simulation of agricultural ecosystems. The company offers a range of products, including Continuum DB, for spatio-temporal modeling; BarnCAT, a computational agronomy toolkit; and WhetherRain, a stochastic weather generator that provides detailed weather simulations. Additionally, CIBO provides DirtPatch for environmental reconstruction and TerraFarm for planetary-scale simulations. Their Land Intelligence platform generates insights for agricultural stakeholders, including farmers, investors, and lenders, and covers a variety of crops such as corn, soy, and wheat. By combining science, data, and technology, CIBO aims to bring transparency and valuable insights to the agriculture value chain, thereby supporting sustainable practices and informed decision-making across the agricultural landscape. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Massachusetts, CIBO also maintains offices in Missouri, Michigan, and Minnesota.
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.
Treeborn, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor based in East Lansing, Michigan, specializing in chestnut chips intended for use in the brewing process. Founded in 2014, the company processes sustainably-grown chestnuts from Michigan, converting them into small wafers known as chestnut chips. These chips serve as a flavorful ingredient for a variety of beers, including ales and stouts, and are particularly suitable for gluten-free brewing. In addition to chestnut chips, Treeborn also produces raw and roasted chestnut flour, catering to both the brewing industry and individuals with dietary restrictions, such as those with celiac disease. The company's focus is on delivering high-quality chestnut-based products that enhance brewing and offer gluten-free options.
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 manufactures a smartphone device that allows users to measure and track their blood pressure. The company is based in the United States
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 is a developer of a video-sharing application designed to facilitate users to capture multiple experiences, combine them into a single time frame, and share it with their friends. The company's application provides users with amazing edits and animations to help them complete their videos, enabling users to easily record, edit, share and connect with their friends through beautifully captured videos.