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Aqua Membranes develops membrane elements for reverse osmosis filtration, featuring three-dimensional printed spacer technology that prints spacers directly onto spiral-wound membranes. This approach replaces traditional feed spacer mesh, improving flow, enlarging effective membrane surface area, and reducing fouling and energy use. The company’s elements are used in home and commercial RO systems, seawater desalination, food and beverage processing, and industrial processes, with applications across filtration and concentration steps. The objective is to deliver higher efficiency and a more sustainable water future by enabling stronger performance in membrane filtration.

GrayMatter Robotics specializes in advanced robotic solutions for high-mix manufacturers facing complex surface treatment challenges. Their proprietary AI-driven robots assist humans in ergonomically demanding tasks, enhancing efficiency and productivity.

SilverSky is a provider of cloud-based security solutions designed to meet the complex security needs of information-intensive businesses. Operating from Milford, Connecticut, the company offers a range of on-demand cybersecurity services, including vulnerability defense, intrusion defense, managed firewall, network defense, virus protection, and email defense. By simplifying the security process, SilverSky helps clients focus on their business objectives without the burden of security concerns. The company has established itself as a trusted managed services provider, catering to large enterprises and highly regulated industries by leveraging proprietary security software to host, secure, and monitor critical information assets. With a commitment to compliance and cost-effectiveness, SilverSky delivers robust solutions that address the requirements of demanding regulators and auditors.

Skupos Inc. is a technology company that provides a comprehensive platform for retailers, distributors, and brands, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in the convenience store sector. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional location in Denver, Skupos offers tools that enable real-time monitoring of inventory, sales, and store performance. The platform facilitates automated purchasing and operational analytics, allowing c-store operators to make informed, data-driven decisions. By connecting independent businesses with brands and distributors, Skupos aims to streamline processes and create marketing opportunities, ultimately fostering a more lucrative and competitive retail environment.

Tempo Automation Holdings, established in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in manufacturing low-volume electronics products. The company's core business involves designing and assembling printed circuit boards (PCBs) using a unique, software-automated platform. This platform enables Tempo to provide unparalleled speed, quality, and transparency, particularly during the critical prototype and new product introduction stages. Serving leading innovators across industries such as aerospace, medical technology, and automotive, Tempo Automation empowers its customers to accelerate product development and time to market.

Cornelis Networks designs and markets high-performance networking products and purpose-built fabrics that accelerate scientific, commercial, and government workloads. Its solutions enable efficient scaling of computing, data analytics, and artificial intelligence tasks by aggregating processing power across many devices. The company serves government, academic institutions, and commercial enterprises through more than 500 global installations, helping customers achieve faster results and improved efficiency at scale.

Revasum, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of semiconductor processing equipment, headquartered in San Luis Obispo, California. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in developing systems for grinding, polishing, and chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) that are essential in the production of wafers. These wafers are utilized in the fabrication of microchips, sensors, LEDs, RF devices, and power devices, which are integral to a variety of applications including IoT devices, mobile phones, wearables, automotive technology, and 5G networks. Revasum targets critical growth markets such as power, RF communications, and MEMS, focusing on innovation and product development to meet the specific needs of device manufacturers. Additionally, the company offers spare parts kits and training services to support its clients in the semiconductor industry across Asia, North America, and Europe.

Carbicrete offers innovative technology for producing cement-free, carbon-negative concrete. It licenses this technology to precast concrete manufacturers, enabling them to create sustainable building solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.

DrChrono Inc. is a provider of an electronic health record platform aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery for physicians and patients globally. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including cloud-based scheduling, clinical documentation, a patient portal, and medical billing software. DrChrono's platform is designed to support independent healthcare practices by integrating electronic medical records, practice management, revenue cycle management, payment processing, telehealth, and medical billing services. This all-in-one approach seeks to alleviate the administrative challenges faced by healthcare professionals, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

Jibo, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of social robots designed to enhance human interaction. Known for its flagship product, Jibo, the company aims to create a companion that can engage with users through natural language understanding, speech recognition, and facial recognition. Jibo is designed to assist users in their daily tasks, learn their preferences, and remind them of important events. The robot can communicate and express emotions, fostering a sense of connection with its users. Jibo, Inc. offers its solutions across various demographics, including adults, seniors, and children, and operates in multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia and South America. The company was founded in 2012 and officially launched its product to the public in 2017 after extensive development.

Suniva is a manufacturer specializing in high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic (PV) cells and modules aimed at providing cost-competitive solar energy solutions. The company focuses on developing its ARTisun series, which is designed for clean and sustainable power generation. Suniva's products emphasize high conversion efficiency while maintaining affordability, targeting both commercial and residential markets. Through its patented low-cost manufacturing technology, Suniva seeks to drive down the overall cost per watt of solar-generated power, positioning itself to meet the growing demand for accessible solar energy solutions.

Frame, Inc. offers a cloud-based software as a service platform that enables individuals, educational institutions, businesses, and software vendors to run their Windows applications online. The platform allows users to install and access applications directly from the cloud on various devices, including Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and tablets. Educational institutions can stream applications to students, while businesses benefit from reduced administrative complexity in managing their operations. Software vendors can leverage Frame to deliver applications through a SaaS model. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including engineering, architecture, medical research, and financial modeling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Frame, Inc. was previously known as MAINFRAME2, Inc. and is currently a subsidiary of Nutanix, Inc.