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Better Therapeutics is a company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription digital therapeutics aimed at treating cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. It utilizes clinically validated, FDA-regulated software to promote behavior changes that address the underlying causes of these conditions, thereby enhancing quality of life, reducing reliance on medications, and lowering healthcare costs. The company's offerings include digital behavioral therapy that combines neuroscience, lifestyle medicine, and explainable artificial intelligence through a physician-prescribed mobile medical app. This approach leverages patient-generated data to guide clinical decision-making and optimize treatment outcomes. Better Therapeutics' current product pipeline features therapeutic candidates targeting type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia.

Science 37, Inc. is a technology-enabled clinical trial company that specializes in developing patient-centric models for clinical research, aimed at accelerating biomedical discovery. The company utilizes its innovative platform, NORA (Network Oriented Research Assistant), a cloud-based mobile research tool that facilitates communication between researchers, patients, and mobile nurses through videos, surveys, and photographs. By providing decentralized clinical trial services, Science 37 enables access to diverse patient populations that traditional site-based research may overlook. The company has established itself as a leader in conducting virtual trials, leveraging an extensive network of telemedicine investigators and home-health nurses to enhance patient enrollment and retention. Serving a wide range of clients, including pharmaceutical sponsors, biotech firms, and academic institutions, Science 37 aims to transform clinical research through its comprehensive, fully integrated trial platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Science 37 continues to innovate in the field of clinical research.

NeoGenomics Laboratories operates a network of cancer-focused testing facilities in the United States, Switzerland, and Singapore. The company is divided into two main segments: Clinical Services and Pharma Services. It provides a range of genetic and molecular testing services, including cytogenetics, fluorescence in-situ hybridization, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and molecular testing, aimed at helping clinicians and researchers understand cancer at a genetic level. Additionally, NeoGenomics offers morphologic analysis for diagnosis and supports pharmaceutical companies in their oncology programs through testing services that facilitate drug development and clinical trials. The company's collaboration with Inivata Limited for the commercialization of the InVisionFirst-Lung liquid biopsy test exemplifies its commitment to advancing cancer diagnostics. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, NeoGenomics serves hospitals, pathologists, oncologists, academic centers, and other clinical laboratories, enhancing cancer care through innovative testing solutions.

Surface Oncology, Inc. is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. The company is advancing a pipeline of monoclonal antibodies, including SRF231, which inhibits CD47; NZV930, targeting CD73; SRF617, aimed at CD39; SRF388, which targets interleukin 27; and SRF813, focused on CD112R. Additionally, Surface is exploring earlier-stage programs that address critical elements of the tumor microenvironment, such as regulatory T cells and natural killer cells. The company has established collaborations with notable partners, including Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research for cancer therapy development and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. to assess the safety and efficacy of combining SRF617 with KEYTRUDA, an anti-PD-1 therapy. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Surface Oncology aims to create conditions that enhance anti-tumor immune responses through its targeted approaches in cancer immunotherapy.

Quince Therapeutics is a preclinical stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative precision therapeutics for debilitating and rare diseases. The company has created a unique bone-targeting drug platform that enables the precise delivery of small molecules, peptides, or large molecules directly to the site of bone fractures and diseases. This targeted approach aims to enhance healing rates while minimizing off-target safety concerns often associated with non-targeted therapies. Quince Therapeutics focuses on addressing impairments related to strength, functionality, debilitating pain, and other serious health challenges.

Lightwave Microsystems engages in the design, customization, and manufacture of a range of passive and active waveguide components and integrated devices.

Four51, Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company specializing in cloud-based B2B eCommerce solutions through its OrderCloud platform. This platform enables businesses to create, configure, and deploy comprehensive order management systems across various channels, including online, retail, and customer service. Four51 addresses complex operational challenges by offering solutions for call center integration, sales operations, and multi-brand and multi-location management. Additionally, it supports end-to-end commerce through integrations with ERP and CRM systems, catering to manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. With a user base of nearly 20 million across over 10,000 businesses globally, Four51 is focused on enhancing speed and agility while minimizing costs for its clients.

Sonic Foundry, Inc. specializes in providing video enterprise solutions and services tailored for the digital-first, distance learning, and corporate communication markets. The company offers a comprehensive suite of products under the Mediasite brand, including the Mediasite Video Platform for managing and streaming video content, Mediasite Video Cloud for hosting, and various capture solutions like Mediasite RL Recorders and Mediasite ML Recorders. These tools support educational institutions, corporations, and government entities in delivering live and on-demand video content, enhancing learning outcomes, and facilitating hybrid events. Additionally, Sonic Foundry provides services such as advanced integration, installation, maintenance, and technical support to help organizations maximize their investment in video technology. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, Sonic Foundry has a global presence, serving clients across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.