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Wonda VR is a company that specializes in creating and developing applications for immersive 360° photos and videos in virtual reality. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Paris, France, with an additional office in New York, Wonda VR offers a platform that enables creators and brands to upload and share their VR experiences seamlessly across various devices. The platform features one-click upload, adaptive streaming, and options for staging, previewing, and sharing content through URLs or QR codes. Additionally, Wonda VR provides a white label app export package, enhancing its offerings for users. With a mission to revolutionize discovery and learning, Wonda VR has gained traction among over 10,000 creators, educators, and communicators, partnering with notable organizations such as Ebay, Cisco, NYU, Pearson, 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, founded in 2017 and based in Bronx, New York, specializes in developing a patient education and messaging platform aimed at enhancing communication between healthcare providers and patients. The platform allows physicians to send daily educational materials, such as videos, messages, and images, tailored to patients' diagnoses and treatment plans. By facilitating secure, HIPAA-compliant interactions, MedAux enables patients to engage with their physicians at any time and from any location. The company utilizes evidence-based algorithms to assist hospitals and clinics in reducing costs, lowering readmission rates, and improving patient satisfaction. Additionally, MedAux’s automated system collects vital clinical data that is often unavailable in traditional electronic health records, enabling healthcare providers to conduct personalized outreach, gather actionable insights, and streamline patient follow-up processes.

Cognitive ToyBox, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing early childhood education through the development of evidence-based games and applications designed to assess kindergarten readiness in children. Founded by Tammy Kwan and Dr. Brenden Lake in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company creates technology that combines game-based education with observational assessments. This hybrid platform allows teachers and schools to track children's cognitive skills and number foundations in real time, providing valuable insights to improve learning outcomes. Supported by organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the Robin Hood Foundation, Cognitive ToyBox aims to ensure that all children are prepared to succeed when they enter kindergarten. The company's solutions are accessible on both Android and iOS mobile platforms.

Student Opportunity Center, Inc. operates a web-based platform that facilitates connections between universities and their students, focusing on relevant events, publications, and scholarship opportunities. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, the company offers several products, including S.O.C. Connect, which links students to honors and undergraduate research offices; S.O.C. Enterprise, which connects students to experiential learning opportunities within the institution's network; and ScholarBridge, a resource that helps identify faculty conducting undergraduate research. The platform aims to centralize and manage students' experiential learning, empowering universities to make data-driven decisions regarding their educational resources and enhancing students' preparedness for careers and life beyond graduation.

Localized, Inc. operates a talent technology platform aimed at connecting aspiring professionals, particularly university students and alumni, with industry experts and potential employers. Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the company focuses on early-stage recruitment in growth markets, including the Middle East, North Africa, India, China, and the United States. Localized facilitates knowledge sharing through personalized mentorship and group learning, allowing experienced professionals to provide guidance in their native languages. By offering virtual career fairs and ongoing recruitment access, Localized supports institutions and talent hubs in enhancing their networks and resources for students and graduates. With a strong emphasis on global and online engagement, the company addresses the evolving landscape of talent recruitment, particularly in emerging markets where a significant portion of the world's population resides.

SecondAccent LLC, established in 2016 and headquartered in New York, specializes in online accent reduction coaching through its platform. It employs machine learning, facial recognition, and celebrity models to provide personalized, interactive lessons for international workers, call centers, global English learners, and HR sectors. The company offers one-on-one video teaching, social collaboration features, and premium services to enhance communication skills and build confidence.