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Turing is a digital solutions provider that harnesses the power of AI to optimize asset performance across the entire water value chain.

QuEra Computing is a company focused on developing quantum computing technology. They specialize in building large-scale quantum computers using neutral atoms. QuEra uses innovative techniques to manipulate and control qubits for quantum computation, aiming to solve complex problems in fields like chemistry, materials science, and machine learning. Their quantum computers operate on a platform that leverages arrays of neutral atoms that are highly scalable, providing a path toward achieving quantum advantage for practical applications.

Lightsynq specializes in developing optical quantum interconnects, which are crucial components for large-scale quantum computers. Their platform employs integrated diamond photonic circuits, designed to be compatible with diverse quantum computing architectures. This technology facilitates fault-tolerant operations, high-fidelity quantum communication, and cross-platform connectivity, thereby addressing the system scaling challenges faced by the quantum computing industry.

Circe produces food and chemical inputs through a proprietary fermentation process that uses CO2 as its primary feedstock. This method enables the company to create sustainable, climate-friendly products while maintaining economic viability.

Ancilia Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing engineered bacterial therapies aimed at treating diseases associated with the microbiome. The company specializes in creating virus-resistant live bacterial products that modulate the human microbiome, specifically targeting the viral components of the gut microbiome. By concentrating on enhancing healthy gut bacteria and their predatory phages, Ancilia develops therapeutic strains that can effectively combat chronic diseases in the fields of immunology and oncology. Additionally, the company is pioneering a new class of live biotherapeutics that allow for the precise targeting of phages or viruses known to induce lysis, thereby advancing treatment options in microbiome-related health conditions.

Tender Food is a startup developing plant-based and cultured meat alternatives. Founded by Harvard researchers, they use novel technology to spin plant proteins into fibrous structures resembling real meat's texture.

Lucy Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for neurological diseases by targeting mitochondrial dysfunction. The company employs a unique approach to drug discovery, concentrating on drugging targets linked to the early stages of disease pathogenesis. This methodology not only addresses specific neurological conditions but also has the potential to extend treatment options for other related disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease. Additionally, Lucy Therapeutics is dedicated to creating proprietary small molecule therapies and diagnostic biomarkers aimed at enhancing the understanding of the central nervous system. By leveraging advanced genetic technologies, the company aims to provide insights into personalized medicine, thereby improving patient outcomes and enabling more precise healthcare interventions.

Active Surfaces, a Massachusetts-based company, specializes in commercializing ultra-thin-film solar technology developed at MIT. Its core business involves creating flexible, lightweight solar panels that can be seamlessly integrated into everyday materials and surfaces, revolutionizing the conventional energy sector. The company's innovative manufacturing approach significantly reduces production costs, making solar power more accessible and affordable. This technology presents a transformational opportunity for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, driving down costs for both module production and installation. By enabling virtually any surface to generate power, Active Surfaces aims to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Zanskar is a geothermal exploration and technology company focused on accelerating the discovery and development of geothermal energy resources. The company utilizes a predictive platform informed by extensive data, which includes subsurface characterization technology and advanced sensing techniques. By integrating artificial intelligence and big data, Zanskar enhances the exploration process and helps clients identify previously unknown geothermal resources, ultimately reducing the risks associated with such endeavors. Through its innovative approach, Zanskar aims to contribute to the advancement of geothermal energy as a sustainable resource.

Verve Motion specializes in the development of exo-suits designed to assist workers engaged in physically demanding tasks. By integrating advancements in robotics, apparel design, and movement science, the company creates lightweight wearable technology made from flexible textile materials. These exo-suits are designed to adapt to the natural movements of the wearer, delivering support and force at critical moments while maintaining a nonrestrictive fit. Verve Motion's innovative approach aims to enhance workplace safety and comfort, ultimately improving the efficiency of workers in various industries.

Founded in 2018, Quaise is an innovative energy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It specializes in developing and commercializing advanced millimeter-wave drilling systems to access geothermal energy sources worldwide, overcoming geographical limitations.

MetOx specializes in manufacturing high-temperature superconducting (HTS) wire using YBCO. Its primary product enables efficient electricity transmission with minimal loss and heat generation, serving critical applications such as upgrading power lines, fusion reactors, and advanced MRI scanners.

Liquid AI is a technology company that develops artificial intelligence solutions for various applications. It focuses on creating tools for data analysis and decision-making processes. Liquid AI serves industries such as finance, healthcare, and logistics.

Cogito enhances emotional intelligence in phone professionals via AI-powered behavioral science. Its software analyzes voice signals during calls, providing real-time coaching for agents and measuring customer experience.

Founded in 2016, Veo Robotics specializes in developing advanced robotics systems for manufacturing. Its flagship product enables industrial robots to collaborate safely with humans, enhancing flexibility, productivity, and efficiency in workcells.

Venti Technologies is an autonomous vehicle company that develops autonomous logistics systems to move goods and people. It has built a proprietary set of autonomy technologies, including logistics-focused algorithms, supported by deep learning and rigorous mathematical modeling, to enable safer, faster transportation and greater cost and energy efficiency. Founded in 2018 with operations in Suzhou, China and Weston, Massachusetts, the company aims to help create global supply chains and industrial hubs for future transportation. Its solutions include logistics infrastructure and automation capabilities such as port-automation systems that navigate complex environments and heavy traffic, enabling customers to pursue zero-carbon operations and new knowledge-based jobs.

Satelles, Inc. is a satellite communication company based in Reston, Virginia, specializing in timing and location services utilizing the Iridium constellation of low-earth-orbiting satellites. Founded in 2008, Satelles focuses on enhancing authentication and identity management through signal-in-space technology, which provides location-specific signatures for mobile devices and equipment. The company offers a range of services related to global navigation satellite systems (GNSS), including precision real-time kinematic GPS, augmentation systems, and indoor signal reception. Their technology supports critical applications such as asset tracking, law enforcement, and time synchronization across distributed networks. Additionally, Satelles delivers secure positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) signals to protect against potential threats to infrastructure such as electricity grids and communications networks. The company serves various state and local government entities and distributes its products through value-added resellers, ensuring reliability and trust in critical infrastructure and cybersecurity applications. Satelles operates as a subsidiary of iKare Corporation.

Gradient’s mission is to cool the world by transforming every home to be more comfortable and healthy for the people who inhabit it — without compromising the environment. Today, heating and cooling equipment emits more greenhouse gas emissions than the entire transportation sector, and expansion in the use of cooling is projected to double these emissions in the next 30 years. However, comfortable buildings are critical for health and productivity, especially among communities that are vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Gradient’s vision is a future where everyone has access to comfortable buildings that are fully decarbonized. Our launch product is a direct-to-consumer high-efficiency and low-carbon heat pump.

Founded in 2016, Membrion specializes in manufacturing and commercializing advanced membrane filtration technologies. Its products are designed to filter molecules under diverse conditions, serving applications such as flow batteries, water purification, fuel cells, and pharmaceuticals.

Syntis Bio is a late-stage preclinical company developing novel oral therapies targeting specific tissues. Its drug formulations aim to enhance bioavailability, focusing on treatments for obesity, diabetes, and rare diseases.

Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition. Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.

Axoft develops implantable, bioinspired electronics that enable long-term communication with the nervous system to improve clinical outcomes and overall health. The company creates ultra-flexible plastic mesh implants housing multiple sensors that closely match brain tissue mechanics, aiming to reduce tissue response and enable precise monitoring and intervention for neurodegenerative conditions. By enhancing brain–machine communication, Axoft seeks to provide more effective treatments for patients with Parkinson's disease and related disorders, supporting tailored therapies and better patient outcomes.

5x5 Technologies Inc. is a manufacturer of unmanned aircraft systems and a developer of a software-as-a-service asset management platform focused primarily on communications infrastructure across various sectors, including wireless, government, public safety, and aviation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, the company leverages advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and 3D spatial computing to enhance operational efficiency. Its offerings include AI-powered analytics, data integrity, and the creation of digital twin models that accurately represent complex structures. These solutions enable clients to automate workflows, reduce operational costs, and identify new revenue opportunities through comprehensive portfolio-wide analytics. 5x5 Technologies is recognized for its innovation and serves a diverse clientele, including leading companies, systems integrators, and governmental agencies, with a workforce spread across North and Central America, Europe, and Asia.

Zanskar is a geothermal exploration and technology company focused on accelerating the discovery and development of geothermal energy resources. The company utilizes a predictive platform informed by extensive data, which includes subsurface characterization technology and advanced sensing techniques. By integrating artificial intelligence and big data, Zanskar enhances the exploration process and helps clients identify previously unknown geothermal resources, ultimately reducing the risks associated with such endeavors. Through its innovative approach, Zanskar aims to contribute to the advancement of geothermal energy as a sustainable resource.

2Pi is a platform technology for optical metasurfaces that offers a new class of optical components and systems with exceptional performance, ultra-compactness, light-weight, and novel functionality for use in consumer electronics, industrial automation, automotive, and other applications.

Finwave Semiconductor specializes in the development of advanced gallium nitride (GaN) transistors and integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for 5G communications and power conversion applications. The company utilizes a unique 3DGaN technology, specifically its differentiated fin field-effect transistor (FinFET) design, to enhance the performance of high-volume applications such as radio frequency front end (RFFE) systems for mobile devices. This innovative approach allows Finwave to create semiconductor materials with distinct properties, contributing to advancements in electronics and energy management.

Founded in 2018, Quaise is an innovative energy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It specializes in developing and commercializing advanced millimeter-wave drilling systems to access geothermal energy sources worldwide, overcoming geographical limitations.

Foundation Alloy specializes in designing novel alloys optimized for additive manufacturing using advanced materials technology. The company aims to make metal part manufacturing more environmentally sustainable and cost-effective, enabling engineers to enhance performance and production efficiency.

Seaspire Skincare specializes in developing multifunctional colorants and actives inspired by ocean biodiversity. Its flagship product, Xanthochrome, offers broader UV protection and aims to replace harmful ingredients in skincare products, promoting sustainability and reduced adverse effects on human and marine health.

Agility Robotics specializes in developing robotic machines with human-like mobility. Its flagship product is Cassie, a bipedal robot designed for walking and running. The company's legged robots serve as mobile sensor platforms, enabling real-time sensing across diverse terrains. Agility Robotics caters to academic, corporate, and military research and development sectors.

Concerto Biosciences develops microbe-based products that rebuild microbial communities in and around humans and ecosystems. The company uses an ultra-high-throughput platform to experimentally measure millions of microbial interactions and map interaction networks, enabling the discovery of ensembles, which are specific combinations of microbes that work together to shepherd damaged microbial communities back to health. These ensembles have potential applications across medicine and agriculture, addressing global challenges in health, food, and industry. By focusing on microbial community engineering, Concerto aims to become a leading inventor of ensembles and to redefine how microbiomes are leveraged for health and environmental outcomes.

GelMEDIX is a developer of a light-activated biomaterial platform aimed at enhancing drug delivery for complex ophthalmic treatments. The company's innovative platform features a non-invasive gel patch that serves as a drug-eluting sealant, characterized by its tissue adhesion, tunable drug release, and biocompatibility. This technology allows healthcare providers to minimize the reliance on conventional eye drops, which are often inconvenient for patients. GelMEDIX's approach encompasses bio-adhesion, tissue regeneration, and therapeutic loading, making it applicable across various modalities, including small molecules and cell and gene therapies. The company's photo crosslinked hydrogels facilitate cell-based therapies for vision restoration and enable sustained release of therapeutics within the eye, as well as the formation of bioadhesives in situ.

RightHand Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of robotic order-picking systems that streamline supply chain logistics for various industries, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company specializes in robotic solutions that automatically grasp a wide variety of items from bins and cases. Its flagship products include the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor designed to enhance the robots' ability to handle items gently and correct errors. RightHand Robotics focuses on providing end-to-end solutions that simplify integration and adaptation to diverse customer workflows, ultimately reducing the costs associated with order fulfillment across sectors such as electronics, apparel, grocery, and pharmaceuticals.

Tender Food is a startup developing plant-based and cultured meat alternatives. Founded by Harvard researchers, they use novel technology to spin plant proteins into fibrous structures resembling real meat's texture.

Founded in 2018, Quaise is an innovative energy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It specializes in developing and commercializing advanced millimeter-wave drilling systems to access geothermal energy sources worldwide, overcoming geographical limitations.

MicroByre, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Berkeley, California. It specializes in the genetic engineering of non-model micro-species, particularly bacteria that are challenging to manipulate for industrial applications. MicroByre has developed an innovative platform for bacterial domestication, employing an automated characterization pipeline that identifies underutilized bacteria capable of efficiently converting unrefined biomasses into commodity chemicals. This platform leverages a unique dataset to inform minimally precise genetic modifications, enhancing the bacteria's flexibility, yield, and contamination resistance while reducing the need for nutritional additives. By bridging the gap between promising biological research and practical industrial applications, MicroByre positions itself as a valuable partner for various companies seeking to improve their fermentation processes and compete with traditional petrochemical synthesis.

Via Separations, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing membrane-based products for the separation of industrial liquids, aimed at enhancing efficiency in challenging industrial environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company focuses on industrial decarbonization through innovative chemistries that significantly reduce energy consumption in manufacturing processes. Via's technology allows facilities to cut energy usage by 90% during chemical separation, replacing traditional heat-based methods with a highly selective and robust membrane filtration system. This advancement not only helps to minimize the environmental impact of industrial processes, but it also creates additional revenue opportunities for customers. Currently, Via is conducting pilot trials at pulp and paper facilities with the goal of eliminating 100 million metric tons of CO2 emissions by 2050. The company has successfully scaled its technology and demonstrated working prototypes at a commercial level, having emerged from MIT's Department of Material Science & Engineering.

Verve Motion specializes in the development of exo-suits designed to assist workers engaged in physically demanding tasks. By integrating advancements in robotics, apparel design, and movement science, the company creates lightweight wearable technology made from flexible textile materials. These exo-suits are designed to adapt to the natural movements of the wearer, delivering support and force at critical moments while maintaining a nonrestrictive fit. Verve Motion's innovative approach aims to enhance workplace safety and comfort, ultimately improving the efficiency of workers in various industries.

Ubiquitous Energy specializes in transparent photovoltaics, developing innovative solar technologies that generate electricity from glass surfaces. Its ClearView Power technology selectively captures ultraviolet and near-infrared light to power devices while remaining visually indistinguishable from standard windows. The company's solutions aim to extend battery life for mobile devices and IoT applications, and provide energy-efficient smart glass for buildings.

Clerio Vision is a medical device company focused on refractive and ophthalmic technologies, including contact lenses and intraocular lenses. The company develops and commercializes next-generation products designed to address safety and performance concerns associated with current refractive procedures. Its laser-induced refractive index correction technology enables modification of the corneal refractive index to improve vision and treatment outcomes, offering physicians potential new options for vision correction. Founded in 2014, Clerio Vision is headquartered in Rochester, New York.

Swift Solar Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the design and manufacture of lightweight solar panels and systems. The company focuses on developing advanced solar technology, particularly through its innovation in perovskite solar cells, which are engineered to be more efficient and affordable than traditional solar panels. These ultra-thin films are capable of absorbing various parts of the solar spectrum, resulting in high-efficiency tandem solar cells that offer significant weight advantages. Swift Solar emphasizes domestic manufacturing and the use of abundant raw materials, ensuring the scalability of its products for applications in aerospace, automotive, and building sectors.

Concerto Biosciences develops microbe-based products that rebuild microbial communities in and around humans and ecosystems. The company uses an ultra-high-throughput platform to experimentally measure millions of microbial interactions and map interaction networks, enabling the discovery of ensembles, which are specific combinations of microbes that work together to shepherd damaged microbial communities back to health. These ensembles have potential applications across medicine and agriculture, addressing global challenges in health, food, and industry. By focusing on microbial community engineering, Concerto aims to become a leading inventor of ensembles and to redefine how microbiomes are leveraged for health and environmental outcomes.

Humanyze offers workplace analytics solutions. It provides a platform, Wyze, that enables deployment admins to configure company information, delivers insights via dashboards, facilitates benchmarking, and integrates with internal systems for team-wide insights. Additionally, Humanyze offers wearable badges that collect data for individual use or anonymized aggregation for management. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Tender Food is a startup developing plant-based and cultured meat alternatives. Founded by Harvard researchers, they use novel technology to spin plant proteins into fibrous structures resembling real meat's texture.

Agility Robotics specializes in developing robotic machines with human-like mobility. Its flagship product is Cassie, a bipedal robot designed for walking and running. The company's legged robots serve as mobile sensor platforms, enabling real-time sensing across diverse terrains. Agility Robotics caters to academic, corporate, and military research and development sectors.

5x5 Technologies Inc. is a manufacturer of unmanned aircraft systems and a developer of a software-as-a-service asset management platform focused primarily on communications infrastructure across various sectors, including wireless, government, public safety, and aviation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, the company leverages advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and 3D spatial computing to enhance operational efficiency. Its offerings include AI-powered analytics, data integrity, and the creation of digital twin models that accurately represent complex structures. These solutions enable clients to automate workflows, reduce operational costs, and identify new revenue opportunities through comprehensive portfolio-wide analytics. 5x5 Technologies is recognized for its innovation and serves a diverse clientele, including leading companies, systems integrators, and governmental agencies, with a workforce spread across North and Central America, Europe, and Asia.

Founded in 2018, Radical Plastics develops a proprietary catalyst that renders plastic compounds biodegradable in natural environments. Its primary product is soil degradable compounds for agricultural film.

Cogito enhances emotional intelligence in phone professionals via AI-powered behavioral science. Its software analyzes voice signals during calls, providing real-time coaching for agents and measuring customer experience.

RightHand Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of robotic order-picking systems that streamline supply chain logistics for various industries, including e-commerce, food handling, and flexible manufacturing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company specializes in robotic solutions that automatically grasp a wide variety of items from bins and cases. Its flagship products include the ReFlex SF, which features a 3D-printed palm equipped with servos and compliant fingers, and the ReFlex TakkTile, a tactile sensor designed to enhance the robots' ability to handle items gently and correct errors. RightHand Robotics focuses on providing end-to-end solutions that simplify integration and adaptation to diverse customer workflows, ultimately reducing the costs associated with order fulfillment across sectors such as electronics, apparel, grocery, and pharmaceuticals.

Founded in 2018, Quaise is an innovative energy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It specializes in developing and commercializing advanced millimeter-wave drilling systems to access geothermal energy sources worldwide, overcoming geographical limitations.

GelMEDIX is a developer of a light-activated biomaterial platform aimed at enhancing drug delivery for complex ophthalmic treatments. The company's innovative platform features a non-invasive gel patch that serves as a drug-eluting sealant, characterized by its tissue adhesion, tunable drug release, and biocompatibility. This technology allows healthcare providers to minimize the reliance on conventional eye drops, which are often inconvenient for patients. GelMEDIX's approach encompasses bio-adhesion, tissue regeneration, and therapeutic loading, making it applicable across various modalities, including small molecules and cell and gene therapies. The company's photo crosslinked hydrogels facilitate cell-based therapies for vision restoration and enable sustained release of therapeutics within the eye, as well as the formation of bioadhesives in situ.

Founded in 2017, Commonwealth Fusion is a research company developing fusion energy through an inexhaustible power plant. It combines proven physics with revolutionary superconducting magnet technology to accelerate the path to commercial fusion energy.

Nelumbo is a materials innovation company focused on HVAC efficiency and corrosion resistance. It develops a platform of structural materials and advanced surface coatings, including thin superomnophobic nanocoatings for cooling coils, and designs improved heat exchangers for refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. The coatings aim to reduce frost buildup and defrost downtime, while the heat exchangers target better energy performance and lower maintenance. The company positions its technologies to unlock mass-market opportunities with potential carbon emission and energy-use reductions worldwide. It was founded in 2015 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Kebotix, Inc. is a company focused on revolutionizing the materials discovery and production industry through the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotic automation. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kebotix has developed a platform that significantly accelerates the research and development process, condensing it from years into mere months. This innovative approach enables scientists and researchers to discover new chemicals and materials, enhancing public health and sustainability while promoting green chemistry solutions that reduce hazardous substance production. The company provides its partners with access to advanced digital research and development tools, facilitating materials innovation and the creation of formulations tailored to specific desired properties.

EagleDream Technologies is a veteran-owned company established in 2013, specializing in IT consulting solutions with a focus on cloud computing technology. The organization is composed of professionals with extensive experience in addressing business challenges through innovative solutions. EagleDream offers a wide range of services, including cloud adoption strategy, operational excellence, data modernization, disaster recovery, cloud hosting, application development, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. The company prioritizes exceptional customer service, believing it to be the most disruptive technology. By emphasizing a people-first approach, EagleDream Technologies aims to deliver high-quality work that helps businesses leverage cloud-native technologies to redefine their operational capabilities.

Honeoye Remedies specializes in all-natural skincare products, focusing on safety and effectiveness. Their formulations utilize high-quality ingredients, including honey and tea tree oil, to promote wound healing and soothe various skin conditions.

Aramis Biosciences is an immuno-ophthalmology biopharmaceutical company focused on developing disease-modifying therapies for ocular surface diseases, particularly dry eye conditions. By aiming to revolutionize the standard of care in this area, the company provides innovative treatment options that address the underlying causes of eye diseases rather than merely alleviating symptoms. Through its research and development efforts, Aramis Biosciences seeks to enhance patient outcomes and improve the overall quality of care in ophthalmology.

Verve Motion specializes in the development of exo-suits designed to assist workers engaged in physically demanding tasks. By integrating advancements in robotics, apparel design, and movement science, the company creates lightweight wearable technology made from flexible textile materials. These exo-suits are designed to adapt to the natural movements of the wearer, delivering support and force at critical moments while maintaining a nonrestrictive fit. Verve Motion's innovative approach aims to enhance workplace safety and comfort, ultimately improving the efficiency of workers in various industries.

Founded in 2014, Health Care Originals develops innovative solutions for managing chronic respiratory diseases. The company's flagship product is ADAMM, a three-part system consisting of a wearable device, smartphone application, and web portal. ADAMM monitors precursor symptoms of asthma attacks by tracking physiological characteristics such as cough counting, respiration, wheeze, and heart rate.

Clerio Vision is a medical device company focused on refractive and ophthalmic technologies, including contact lenses and intraocular lenses. The company develops and commercializes next-generation products designed to address safety and performance concerns associated with current refractive procedures. Its laser-induced refractive index correction technology enables modification of the corneal refractive index to improve vision and treatment outcomes, offering physicians potential new options for vision correction. Founded in 2014, Clerio Vision is headquartered in Rochester, New York.

Xibus Systems develops and markets innovative microbiological analytics tools. These tools test consumable solutions for pathogens, allergens, and spoilage organisms in the food and beverage industry. The company is headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts.

C2Sense develops chemiresistive gas sensors for food and agriculture applications, monitoring fruit ripeness and meat/fish/poultry freshness. Its sensors detect ethylene and biogenic amines at low concentrations, helping reduce waste throughout the supply chain.

Lucy Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for neurological diseases by targeting mitochondrial dysfunction. The company employs a unique approach to drug discovery, concentrating on drugging targets linked to the early stages of disease pathogenesis. This methodology not only addresses specific neurological conditions but also has the potential to extend treatment options for other related disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease. Additionally, Lucy Therapeutics is dedicated to creating proprietary small molecule therapies and diagnostic biomarkers aimed at enhancing the understanding of the central nervous system. By leveraging advanced genetic technologies, the company aims to provide insights into personalized medicine, thereby improving patient outcomes and enabling more precise healthcare interventions.

Gradiant Energy Services, Inc. is an oilfield services company focused on addressing the water challenges faced by the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with a regional office in Midland, Texas, the company offers a range of water treatment solutions, including bacteria treatment, reusable clean brine, evaporative disposal, and freshwater/desalination and brine collection. Gradiant Energy Services caters to oil and gas exploration and production operators who require effective treatment, reuse, and recycling of flowback and produced water. The company's custom-engineered solutions and innovative technologies aim to provide safe, reliable, and environmentally efficient services to its clients in the Permian and Marcellus shale plays.

Swift Solar Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the design and manufacture of lightweight solar panels and systems. The company focuses on developing advanced solar technology, particularly through its innovation in perovskite solar cells, which are engineered to be more efficient and affordable than traditional solar panels. These ultra-thin films are capable of absorbing various parts of the solar spectrum, resulting in high-efficiency tandem solar cells that offer significant weight advantages. Swift Solar emphasizes domestic manufacturing and the use of abundant raw materials, ensuring the scalability of its products for applications in aerospace, automotive, and building sectors.

Kebotix, Inc. is a company focused on revolutionizing the materials discovery and production industry through the integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotic automation. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Kebotix has developed a platform that significantly accelerates the research and development process, condensing it from years into mere months. This innovative approach enables scientists and researchers to discover new chemicals and materials, enhancing public health and sustainability while promoting green chemistry solutions that reduce hazardous substance production. The company provides its partners with access to advanced digital research and development tools, facilitating materials innovation and the creation of formulations tailored to specific desired properties.

Liquid X specializes in developing and manufacturing functional electronics components using additive manufacturing techniques. The company partners with electronics industry manufacturers to create and print high-performance metal traces and films for applications such as sensors, heating elements, smart textiles, and thin-film solar cells. Liquid X's unique metallic conductive inks contain actual metal atoms, enabling low-temperature processing on a wide range of substrates, including paper, plastics, and organic materials.

Finwave Semiconductor specializes in the development of advanced gallium nitride (GaN) transistors and integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for 5G communications and power conversion applications. The company utilizes a unique 3DGaN technology, specifically its differentiated fin field-effect transistor (FinFET) design, to enhance the performance of high-volume applications such as radio frequency front end (RFFE) systems for mobile devices. This innovative approach allows Finwave to create semiconductor materials with distinct properties, contributing to advancements in electronics and energy management.