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Wonda VR specializes in developing mobile and desktop applications that enable creators and brands to share 360° photos and videos in virtual reality across various platforms. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, with an additional office in New York, the company offers features such as one-click upload, adaptive streaming, and tools for staging, previewing, and sharing content. Users can easily upload their VR experiences to the cloud and distribute them via URL or QR code, facilitating collaboration with teams and clients. Wonda VR also provides a white label app export package, allowing for customized branding. With its flagship product, Wonda VR Spaces, the company aims to enhance immersive learning and discovery experiences, having already garnered the support of over 10,000 creators, educators, and communicators from prominent organizations like eBay, Cisco, NYU, and Harvard University.

KiraKira3D is a pioneering mobile application focused on 3D modeling, aimed at transforming how girls engage with engineering. The platform offers online classes that teach 3D printing, providing a unique learning experience by combining virtual instruction with tangible rewards in the form of 3D printed objects. KiraKira3D fosters an online community dedicated to learning, creating, and sharing, while equipping users with essential engineering skills and concepts. The lessons cover a range of transferable skills relevant to various STEM fields, including architecture, mechanical and aerospace engineering, and industrial design, thereby broadening the educational opportunities for young learners interested in these disciplines.

MedAux LLC is a healthcare technology company based in Bronx, New York, founded in 2017. It develops and operates a patient education and messaging platform that facilitates communication between physicians and patients. This platform allows healthcare providers to send daily educational materials, including videos, messages, and images, tailored to patients' specific diagnoses and treatment plans. MedAux's solution is designed to enhance patient engagement by enabling secure, HIPAA-compliant communication and file sharing. Additionally, the platform employs evidence-based algorithms to help hospitals and clinics reduce costs, lower readmission rates, and improve patient satisfaction. By automating data collection and providing real-time clinical insights, MedAux supports healthcare organizations in personalizing outreach efforts, thereby minimizing late cancellations and no-shows.

Cognitive ToyBox, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing early childhood education by creating evidence-based games and applications that assess kindergarten readiness in children. Founded by Tammy Kwan and Dr. Brenden Lake in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company develops mobile solutions for both Android and iOS platforms. Its technology combines observational methods with game-based learning, allowing educators to collect real-time data on children's cognitive skills and progress. Supported by organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the Robin Hood Foundation, Cognitive ToyBox aims to ensure that all children are well-prepared for the challenges of kindergarten through innovative assessment tools and engaging educational experiences.

Student Opportunity Center, Inc. operates a web-based platform that facilitates connections between universities and their students regarding relevant events, publications, and scholarship opportunities. The company offers several key products, including S.O.C. Connect, which links honors and undergraduate research offices with students; S.O.C. Enterprise, which connects students to experiential learning opportunities within their institution's network; and ScholarBridge, a resource that helps students engage with faculty involved in undergraduate research. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, the organization aims to centralize and assess students' experiential learning, thereby preparing them for career success after graduation. By providing these services, Student Opportunity Center enables universities to make informed, data-driven decisions to enhance their experiential education offerings.

Localized, Inc. operates a platform that connects aspiring professionals with industry experts for knowledge sharing and mentorship. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the company focuses on early-stage talent recruitment in growth markets, catering to universities and talent hubs across the Middle East, North Africa, India, China, and the United States. Through its services, companies can access virtual career fairs and year-round recruitment opportunities, while students and alumni benefit from guidance and insights from industry professionals. The platform emphasizes personalized mentorship and group learning, allowing diaspora professionals to mentor and teach in their native languages. Localized aims to bridge the gap between emerging talent and industry opportunities in a global and online context.

SecondAccent, LLC operates an online education platform focused on accent coaching for English learners, particularly in professional settings such as call centers and global workplaces. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, the company employs innovative teaching methods that integrate machine learning and facial recognition technology. Its services include one-on-one video coaching, e-learning practices, and collaboration features that enhance the learning experience. By utilizing a mobile application, SecondAccent provides users with audio and video feedback to help them improve their articulation, volume, and intonation. The company's approach aims to empower international workers and professionals by increasing their confidence and communication effectiveness in English, thereby fostering better understanding in their interactions with colleagues and customers.