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TRIO Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2023
TRIO Pharmaceuticals is a cancer therapeutics company focused on developing innovative treatments that enhance efficacy, minimize toxicity, and improve affordability of cancer drugs. The company is comprised of an experienced team in cancer drug discovery and development, with a history of creating approved cancer therapies. Unlike conventional treatments that rely on single-agent approaches to either inhibit cancer cell growth or reduce immunosuppression, TRIO Pharmaceuticals is pioneering single-agent multi-action therapies. These therapies aim to inhibit both cancer growth and immunosuppression, addressing the limitations of existing treatments, particularly for patients who have not responded to immune checkpoint therapies. The company's approach specifically targets antigens on cancer cells and immunosuppressor cells, aiming to generate immunogenic tumors and meet the high unmet medical needs in oncology.

DAtAnchor

Seed Round in 2022
DAtAnchor develops a novel crypto-technology that anchors the data consumption within the network boundaries, serving as a backstop against inevitable breaches. It provides a secure gateway to access the files in the cloud and the database, with the added features of revocability and physical access control, enabling efficient and automated data governance. DAtAnchor is a result of a multi-year research activity, developed at Ohio State University. The development team currently has 6 members, 4 of which are full-time. We have seed level funding for >1M and an advisory board with members at the senior vice president level in Fortune 500 companies.

Arima Genomics

Series B in 2022
Arima Genomics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, focused on advancing the understanding of genome sequence and structure in relation to human health, disease, and species evolution. The company develops innovative genomic solutions, including the Arima-HiC proximity ligation kit, which captures the three-dimensional organization of chromatin. This method allows for the identification of long-range genomic interactions, even when sequences are distally located in linear arrangements. Additionally, Arima offers the Arima-HiChIP protocol, which combines Hi-C techniques with chromatin immunoprecipitation to enrich for protein-mediated interactions. These tools facilitate various genomic applications, such as studying gene regulation through promoter-enhancer interactions and constructing genome assemblies. Incorporated in 2015, Arima Genomics aims to support scientific research by providing critical insights into genetic structures and their implications for health and disease.

Lincode

Venture Round in 2022
Lincode Labs Inc. is a technology company focused on providing software solutions for manufacturing enterprises to enhance product quality by identifying and eliminating defects. Its primary offering, LIVIS, is an AI-driven computer vision system designed to detect surface imperfections across a range of materials, including plastic, fabric, semiconductors, and metals. In addition to defect detection, LIVIS supports visual inspections, product efficiency improvements, warehouse automation, employee automation, as well as reporting and analysis functions. The company serves various sectors such as automotive, pharmaceutical, electronics, garments, steel, and print and packaging. Founded in 2018, Lincode is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office located in Bengaluru, India.

Apsy

Seed Round in 2022
Developer an AI-driven mobile and web application builder designed to utilize machine programming to generate mobile apps. The company offers tools to build application software in a manner where traditional constraints such as time, quality, and cost can be mostly negated in effect, a new means to write code repeatedly and intelligently, enabling businesses to create their app to specifications, like a tailor-made suit with no constraints.

Karma Biotechnologies

Seed Round in 2021
Karma Biotechnologies, Inc. develops therapies for autoimmune diseases. It offers Xavines, a therapeutic to treat autoimmunity, allergies, and food sensitivities. Karma Biotechnologies, Inc. was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

SinglePass

Seed Round in 2021
Single Pass has developed the world's first disposable bipolar electrocautery device that can cauterize deep tissue through a guide needle.

Strategikon

Series A in 2021
Strategikon Pharma, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the design and development of software solutions aimed at optimizing the outsourcing processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Its flagship product, Clinical Maestro, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates end-to-end management of clinical business operations, including planning, outsourcing, and financial management of clinical trials. This software creates a collaborative virtual environment that enhances communication and data integration between pharmaceutical companies and their service providers, moving away from traditional, labor-intensive methods such as Excel. By providing tools for clinical financial management, vendor performance metrics, and contract lifecycle management, Clinical Maestro enables biopharmaceutical firms to streamline their operations and reduce costs significantly. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, Strategikon also offers consulting services to support the establishment of clinical business operations for new entrants in the field.

Meallogix

Seed Round in 2021
Meallogix is the premier technology software for the meal prep sector, providing an all-in-one solution for meal prep operators that helps automate and optimize business processes, offering state-of-the-art front- and back-end technologies that replace all manual tasks, except for cooking. Meallogix removes barriers for meal prep business owners by digitizing every step of the supply chain, from order intake to ingredient conversion, nutrition label creation, shopping list creation, recipe costing, delivery options, and more. Its dashboard allows meal prep owners to gain insight into critical financials, showing them which menu items drive profits and which do not.

Iridia

Series B in 2021
Iridia, Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Carlsbad, California, focused on developing innovative DNA-based data storage solutions. Founded in 2016, Iridia combines expertise in biochemistry, molecular biology, and semiconductor fabrication to create a groundbreaking read and write data storage hard drive that utilizes DNA for long-term data retention. By leveraging DNA polymer synthesis technology and electronic nano-switches, the company aims to achieve exceptionally high-density data storage through a highly-parallel format that includes an array of nanomodules. Formerly known as Dodo OmniData, Inc., Iridia rebranded in March 2018 to reflect its commitment to advancing data storage technology.

MatriSys Bioscience

Venture Round in 2021
MatriSys Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing microbiome therapies specifically for dermatology and skin care. Headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers its lead product, MSB-01, a topical antimicrobial live bio therapeutic aimed at treating atopic dermatitis by restoring the necessary skin bacteria for effective host defense. In addition to therapeutics, MatriSys develops cosmetic ingredients derived from proprietary bacterial strains to address various skin conditions, including scaling, redness, and signs of aging. The company is exploring commercialization avenues across dermatology, skin care, and cosmetic sectors, with its lead therapeutic currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials. MatriSys aims to enhance skin health by rebalancing the skin's microbiome, promoting beneficial microbes while targeting harmful species.

YBVR

Seed Round in 2021
Yerba Buena VR, Inc. develops virtual reality video streaming and distribution platform. The product provides high resolution online videos for live events, entertainment, and education. The product provides turnkey solution for broadcasting networks and premium content generators. Yerba Buena VR, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Campbell, California.

New Age Meats

Seed Round in 2021
New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat using an automated, data-driven platform and advanced stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells rather than relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable meat alternatives.

Zigazoo

Seed Round in 2021
Zigazoo is a prominent platform in the realm of children's short-form video content, allowing kids to create and share video responses to engaging challenges. The platform is designed to enhance screen time by promoting healthier, educational interactions through a user-friendly application. Inspired by children's creativity, Zigazoo encourages self-expression and confidence among young users while also fostering diverse perspectives. The challenges are crafted in collaboration with leading institutions such as museums and zoos, as well as educators and media personalities, ensuring that the content is both entertaining and educational. Recognized for its commitment to safety and positive engagement, Zigazoo has received praise from children's media advocacy organizations, positioning it as a valuable resource for families seeking enriching digital experiences.

Allotrope Medical

Series A in 2021
Allotrope Medical Inc. is a Houston-based medical device company focused on enhancing surgical procedures by developing innovative devices for ureter identification. The company's flagship product, the StimSite, is an intuitive handheld device that aids surgeons in quickly and accurately locating ureters during pelvic surgeries. This device features a simple design with a single button, eliminating the need for complex pre- and post-operative procedures. Founded in 2016, Allotrope Medical aims to improve surgical outcomes by providing tools that streamline the identification and localization of ureters, thus facilitating safer and more efficient operations.

Strategikon

Seed Round in 2020
Strategikon Pharma, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the design and development of software solutions aimed at optimizing the outsourcing processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Its flagship product, Clinical Maestro, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates end-to-end management of clinical business operations, including planning, outsourcing, and financial management of clinical trials. This software creates a collaborative virtual environment that enhances communication and data integration between pharmaceutical companies and their service providers, moving away from traditional, labor-intensive methods such as Excel. By providing tools for clinical financial management, vendor performance metrics, and contract lifecycle management, Clinical Maestro enables biopharmaceutical firms to streamline their operations and reduce costs significantly. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, Strategikon also offers consulting services to support the establishment of clinical business operations for new entrants in the field.

ExpressCells

Venture Round in 2020
ExpressCells, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2018 by Oscar Perez-Leal and Matt Handel. The firm specializes in genetic engineering to develop custom knock-in cell lines that facilitate drug discovery and biological research. Utilizing advanced gene-editing technology, ExpressCells makes precise modifications to a cell's genome, enabling the insertion of new genes through a patent-pending plasmid system. This innovative approach allows researchers to visualize proteins and organelles within cells, providing valuable insights that enhance disease modeling and accelerate drug development efforts.

Terecircuits

Venture Round in 2020
Terecircuits Corporation specializes in the development of materials and processes that facilitate microassembly and mass transfer for displays and advanced electronics. Founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a range of advanced polymers, encapsulation materials, and liquid metal interconnects. Its innovations include photo-polymer mass transfer technology specifically designed for MicroLED applications in sectors such as automotive and augmented/virtual reality. Additionally, Terecircuits offers new materials and design frameworks for systems in package manufacturing, targeting the Internet of Things and health technology markets. By serving the display, electronics, and semiconductor industries, Terecircuits enables the creation of low-cost, lightweight, and energy-efficient products, allowing manufacturers to produce IoT devices more efficiently and accurately.

Amplyx Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2020
Amplyx Pharmaceuticals is a small molecule drug development company focused on creating innovative therapies for life-threatening infections, particularly in patients with compromised immune systems. Founded in 2006 and based in San Diego, California, the company specializes in developing oral and injectable anti-infective drugs, including antifungal agents aimed at treating invasive fungal infections caused by pathogens such as Candida and Aspergillus. Amplyx employs a unique platform approach that enhances the efficacy and reduces the toxicity of existing drugs by combining them with additional small molecules. This strategy addresses critical treatment needs in hospital settings and provides effective therapy options for patients after discharge, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy and other immunosuppressive treatments.

New Age Meats

Seed Round in 2020
New Age Meats is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in producing cultivated meat using an automated, data-driven platform and advanced stem cell technology. By growing meat from animal cells rather than relying on traditional animal slaughter, New Age Meats aims to create healthier and more sustainable meat alternatives.

Somabar

Convertible Note in 2020
Somabar, Inc. is a company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in developing and manufacturing a robotic bartending appliance designed for home kitchens as well as commercial venues such as restaurants, bars, and hotels. This innovative machine can mix a wide range of craft cocktails and beverages, utilizing a customizable digital bar menu that allows users to prepare drinks in just ten seconds. The technology also includes automated cleaning features and is built to withstand extensive use, capable of producing up to 500,000 drinks over its lifespan. Beta testing in various restaurants has shown that Somabar can increase beverage revenue by an average of 30% while simultaneously reducing labor costs by approximately 65%. Formerly known as Janglowe Holdings, Inc., the company adopted the name Somabar, Inc. in March 2017 and has been operational since its incorporation in 2011.

Abintus Bio

Convertible Note in 2020
Abintus Bio, Inc. is a preclinical stage gene therapy company based in Encinitas, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in in vivo immune cell reprogramming, aiming to develop innovative products that modulate immune cells directly within their native environment. By utilizing proprietary vectors and related technologies, Abintus Bio focuses on creating a portfolio of first-in-class product candidates designed to enhance patient outcomes by empowering the immune system to combat diseases more effectively.

Maxwell Biomedical

Convertible Note in 2020
Maxwell Biomedical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Solana Beach, California, focused on developing innovative solutions for atrial fibrillation (AFib), the most common arrhythmia affecting over 33 million people globally. Established in 2018, the company specializes in wireless and battery-less devices that offer real-time, pain-free left atrial pacing to help maintain sinus rhythm in patients with AFib. Maxwell Biomedical aims to enhance patient outcomes through a comprehensive care system that includes spatial resynchronization therapy and advanced patient management technologies. By addressing the urgent need for safer and more effective therapies, the company is committed to improving both daily and long-term health for individuals suffering from this condition, particularly as the prevalence of AFib is projected to increase significantly with an aging population.

Fitplan

Convertible Note in 2020
Fitplan Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based company that specializes in developing a mobile application focused on fitness. Founded in 2015, the company provides users with personalized access to training programs and meal plans created by a diverse team of fitness icons, athletes, and professional trainers. The application offers curated fitness routines for each day, allowing users to follow structured workout schedules tailored to their individual needs. By connecting users with top fitness influencers and experts, Fitplan aims to help individuals maintain a healthy lifestyle and achieve their fitness goals through customized programs and services.

GroupSolver

Venture Round in 2020
GroupSolver, Inc. is a market research technology company headquartered in San Diego, California, with additional offices in Provo, Utah, and Košice, Slovakia. Founded in 2014, GroupSolver provides an advanced market research platform that leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to enhance traditional survey methodologies. Its offerings include tools such as GroupSolver, which organizes and quantifies open-ended responses; IdeaCluster, which identifies correlations among responses; and IntelliSegment, designed for intelligent respondent segmentation. The platform's features allow users to conduct concept testing, ad testing, pricing analysis, brand evaluation, and customer experience assessments, among other applications. GroupSolver's solutions enable businesses of all sizes to derive actionable insights from qualitative data without requiring specialized data science expertise, promoting faster and more confident decision-making.

PetDx

Series A in 2020
PetDx is a molecular diagnostics company founded in 2019 that specializes in the early detection and treatment of cancer in pets. The company focuses on developing non-invasive tests utilizing customized assays and next-generation sequencing techniques. This innovative approach enables veterinarians to detect, characterize, and manage cancer cells more effectively, improving outcomes for pets with cancer. By offering advanced liquid biopsy technology, PetDx aims to transform veterinary oncology through enhanced diagnostic capabilities.

Agtools

Venture Round in 2020
Agtools Inc. operates a digital platform that delivers real-time data services to farmers and corporate buyers in the agriculture sector. Founded in 2017 and based in Orange, California, the company has multiple locations across the United States and Mexico. Its platform aggregates and analyzes over 71 million records of structured and unstructured market data, including statistics from government agencies, universities, and industry associations, to provide insights that influence decisions related to time, cost, supply, and demand throughout the food supply chain. By facilitating timely decision-making, Agtools aims to enhance profitability for growers, processors, and distributors while reducing food supply chain waste.

Gali Health

Convertible Note in 2020
Gali Health, Inc. is a health technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing a mobile application named Gali, which serves as a personal health assistant designed to support individuals with chronic conditions. By leveraging collective intelligence, Gali enables users to proactively manage their health through crowdsourced personal health data and medically-validated insights. The application employs artificial intelligence to provide highly personalized support, addressing medical, lifestyle, and psychological aspects of living with chronic diseases. Gali Health aims to empower users by ensuring they do not feel isolated or powerless in managing their health, advancing consumer-driven healthcare through innovative technology and personalized health tracking.

Blue

Convertible Note in 2020
Blue is an NFC-Powered smart card that allows you to share your email, LinkedIn, Twitter, & more by simply tapping the card to a smartphone. Blue opens new market space as the first Bluetooth Ambient Social Network. It aim to assist in breaking the ice between users and allowed them to stay digitally connected.

Strategikon

Venture Round in 2020
Strategikon Pharma, Inc. is a technology firm that specializes in the design and development of software solutions aimed at optimizing the outsourcing processes in the pharmaceutical industry. Its flagship product, Clinical Maestro, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates end-to-end management of clinical business operations, including planning, outsourcing, and financial management of clinical trials. This software creates a collaborative virtual environment that enhances communication and data integration between pharmaceutical companies and their service providers, moving away from traditional, labor-intensive methods such as Excel. By providing tools for clinical financial management, vendor performance metrics, and contract lifecycle management, Clinical Maestro enables biopharmaceutical firms to streamline their operations and reduce costs significantly. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Rafael, California, Strategikon also offers consulting services to support the establishment of clinical business operations for new entrants in the field.

Ready. Set. Food!

Convertible Note in 2020
Ready, Set, Food! is a California-based company founded in 2017 that focuses on reducing the risk of food allergies in infants. The company manufactures and sells pre-measured daily packets designed to be mixed with breast milk, formula, or solid food, which contain allergist-developed blends of common allergens such as peanut, egg, and milk. By incorporating these packets into a child's diet, parents can significantly lower the risk of their baby developing allergies by up to 80%. Ready, Set, Food! distributes its products primarily through online channels, providing an accessible solution for parents seeking to promote food tolerance in their children from an early age.

Terecircuits

Convertible Note in 2020
Terecircuits Corporation specializes in the development of materials and processes that facilitate microassembly and mass transfer for displays and advanced electronics. Founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a range of advanced polymers, encapsulation materials, and liquid metal interconnects. Its innovations include photo-polymer mass transfer technology specifically designed for MicroLED applications in sectors such as automotive and augmented/virtual reality. Additionally, Terecircuits offers new materials and design frameworks for systems in package manufacturing, targeting the Internet of Things and health technology markets. By serving the display, electronics, and semiconductor industries, Terecircuits enables the creation of low-cost, lightweight, and energy-efficient products, allowing manufacturers to produce IoT devices more efficiently and accurately.

Labviva

Venture Round in 2020
Labviva is a digital marketplace for life science products that connects researchers with suppliers of reagents, chemicals, and instrumentation. It leverages the scientific context as the organizing principle, connecting researchers with suppliers in an intuitive user-friendly platform while making it easy for suppliers to provide and manage the content for their products. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Noria Water Technologies

Convertible Note in 2020
Noria Water Technologies provides solutions for improving the operations of water-based processes. It optimizes industrial processes by shining a spotlight on critical industrial surfaces. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Gali Health

Seed Round in 2020
Gali Health, Inc. is a health technology company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing a mobile application named Gali, which serves as a personal health assistant designed to support individuals with chronic conditions. By leveraging collective intelligence, Gali enables users to proactively manage their health through crowdsourced personal health data and medically-validated insights. The application employs artificial intelligence to provide highly personalized support, addressing medical, lifestyle, and psychological aspects of living with chronic diseases. Gali Health aims to empower users by ensuring they do not feel isolated or powerless in managing their health, advancing consumer-driven healthcare through innovative technology and personalized health tracking.

GroGuru

Convertible Note in 2020
GroGuru Inc. is a San Diego-based company that offers innovative irrigation monitoring and management solutions for the commercial agriculture industry. Founded in 2014, GroGuru provides a subscription-based service that integrates precision soil and irrigation monitoring systems, enabling farmers to enhance crop yields while efficiently utilizing water, energy, and other essential resources. The company's patented wireless underground system (WUGS) allows for permanent installation of soil sensors, which can be buried below till depth and communicate wirelessly through soil, thus eliminating the need for annual installation and removal associated with traditional sensors. GroGuru's technology provides farmers with precise measurements of soil moisture, salinity, and temperature, translating this data into actionable recommendations for irrigation and fertilizer application, ultimately helping to reduce input costs in agriculture.

NovaSignal

Venture Round in 2020
NovaSignal is a medical technology company commercializing a robotic cerebral ultrasound system. Its Robotic System combines non-invasive ultrasound, robotics, and artificial intelligence to assess real-time cerebral blood flow. Through the use of cloud computing and data analytics, NovaSignal supports physicians in their clinical decision making to help improve patient outcomes. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Habitu8

Convertible Note in 2020
Habitu8, Inc. provides security awareness training programs with engaging videos for companies. The company’s services educate workers to protect themselves and their company from threats caused by employees’ behavior. It offers services in the areas of GDPR, Ransomware, phishing, social engineering, passwords, free WiFi, mobile devices, acceptable use policies, reporting incidents, security team message, CEO scams, third-party security, physical security, travel security, information protection, social media privacy, wrong email recipients, and BYOD. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Whistle

Venture Round in 2020
Whistle allows customers to communicate with businesses via popular mobile messaging apps & SMS. We're starting with hotels. Whistle is for companies interested in a pre-emptive solution to negative comments on review sites and social media. Whistle is also great for businesses seeking additional channels to engage customers and business leads. Whistle operates on a single web browser tab. The service aggregates customer communications into minimalistic web and mobile admin panels. Whistle allows businesses to respond or triage incoming messages via a real-time chat interface to and from the customer's preferred app. Whistle supports the popular mobile messaging apps that your customers are already comfortable using, saving your customers from downloading an additional app. The massive adoption of mobile messaging apps validates these communication channels as pillars of private conversation. Whistle enables businesses to leverage this trend. Customers who ignore available help resources create a disconnect with a company's staff. Whistle bridges this disconnect by providing customer communication options with which the customer is most comfortable engaging. Customers turn to Social Media and public forums as the go-to channel for complaints. Your customers are provided an intermediary outlet for complaints, praise, and interaction. Unresolved customer complaints lead to negative reviews, which impact sales. Whistle ensures follow through by both parties and discourages false claims by saving a history of all communication between customers and staff. Businesses don't know if a customer is fully satisfied. With Whistle, businesses can send non-invasive outbound texts and messages directly to the customer's mobile phone. Companies no longer have to rely on inaccurate surveys with poor return rates to gauge satisfaction.

Upcycle

Venture Round in 2020
Upcycle and Company, LLC, based in Fresno, California, specializes in producing and selling natural fertilizers derived from organic waste. Incorporated in 2015, the company focuses on regenerative farming practices by transforming organic materials into fertilizers that enhance soil quality and promote healthy ecosystems. Its flagship product, Native Soil Fertilizer, is designed to improve soil health by incorporating organic matter, carbon, and a balanced mix of water-soluble and slow-release nitrogen. This innovative blend not only reduces watering needs by 15% but also fosters long-term soil vitality by enhancing microbial activity and nutrient uptake. Upcycle sells its products through various retail partners and online platforms, catering to the needs of landscapers and farmers seeking sustainable solutions for revitalizing their soil.

Nevados

Convertible Note in 2020
Nevados Engineering, Inc. designs and manufactures solar single axis tracker system for solar energy field. Its system enables ground-based installation virtually on any terrain, and helps solar developers to increase location site options, eliminate major costs of construction, and maximize power generation. The company also helps solar project developers and contractors by decreasing the complexity necessary to design, install, and operate commercial, industrial, and utility-scale systems. Nevados Engineering, Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Insight Medical

Convertible Note in 2020
Insight Medical Systems, Inc. is a developer of advanced medical devices focused on orthopedic surgical procedures. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Laguna Hills, California, the company specializes in a proprietary Augmented Reality Visualization and Information System. This system enhances computer-assisted surgery by providing tracking and visualization capabilities, which enable surgeons to execute preoperative plans with precision. By calculating and displaying the position of instruments and implants, the device aims to streamline surgical processes, improve patient outcomes, and minimize risks, particularly in procedures such as joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, and spinal fusion. Insight Medical's innovative approach seeks to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of orthopedic surgeries through user-friendly augmented reality technology.

Razberi Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
Razberi Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of network video solutions tailored for professional video surveillance and security applications. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including plug-and-play network recorders, IP cameras, and installation tools. A notable innovation is the Razberi ServerSwitch, which integrates the functionalities of a network video recorder and Ethernet Smart Switch in a single compact device. In addition to hardware, Razberi provides software solutions such as Razberi CameraDefense, which enhances cybersecurity for surveillance systems, and Razberi Monitor, offering real-time health monitoring for networks. The company sells its products through authorized distributors across various regions, including the United States, Australia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. Razberi Technologies was founded in 2011 and is based in Farmers Branch, Texas.

Casana

Seed Round in 2020
Casana is a healthcare technology company focused on heart health monitoring. It has developed the Heart Seat, an innovative product that integrates a toilet seat with a cardiovascular monitoring system. This device allows patients to conveniently track essential heart health metrics such as heart rate, blood pressure, cardiac output, ECG, and blood oxygenation from the comfort of their homes. The Heart Seat operates on a cloud-connected platform, enabling seamless data capture and analysis. Founded in 2018 and based in Rochester, New York, Casana aims to enhance heart health monitoring by providing a user-friendly solution that minimizes the need for active patient engagement.

iDENTICAL

Convertible Note in 2020
iDentical, Inc. develops personalized dental implants designed to enhance tooth replacement accessibility and affordability. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in California, the company specializes in drill-free, non-invasive implants that are tailored to the individual needs of patients. Utilizing advanced three-dimensional scanning and design technology, iDentical creates implants that allow family dentists to provide safer and more efficient treatments for those experiencing tooth loss. By focusing on personalized care, iDentical aims to revolutionize the dental implant industry, making high-quality tooth replacement options available to a broader audience.

BlueNalu

Venture Round in 2020
BlueNalu is a cellular aquaculture company that satisfies the global appetite for seafood in a fresh, sustainable, and humane way. It offers consumers with great tasting, healthy, safe, and trusted seafood products, that support the sustainability and diversity of the oceans. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Turn Technologies

Convertible Note in 2020
Turn Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing an online application for managing the workforce. Founded in 2016, it operates an AI-powered workforce-as-a-service platform that enables companies to efficiently source, screen, and retain contingent workers, especially in the gig economy. The platform is designed to streamline the hiring process, allowing businesses to quickly find qualified candidates and verify their credentials within hours. It features mobile-friendly services, seamless integration with existing HR systems, and tools for compliance, helping companies onboard workers smoothly while maintaining regulatory standards. By consolidating worker profiles and preferences, Turn Technologies enhances engagement and retention, ultimately reducing the costs associated with workforce acquisition.

Eyedaptic

Convertible Note in 2020
Eyedaptic, Inc. is a company based in Laguna Hills, California, that specializes in the development of augmented reality glasses designed to assist individuals with central vision disorders, such as age-related macular degeneration. The company's flagship product, Eyedaptic EYE2, is a non-invasive wearable device that incorporates proprietary vision-enhancing software to simulate natural vision and expand the user's field of vision. Designed in collaboration with ophthalmology retinal specialists and low vision optometrists, the device is battery-powered and is considered FDA exempt. Established in 2016, Eyedaptic aims to improve the visual experience for those affected by retinal diseases through innovative technology.

Blackdot

Convertible Note in 2020
Blackdot, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in body tattooing services. The company aims to transform the tattoo experience by integrating innovative technologies that enhance the artistic process and customer experience. Blackdot provides a platform for unique tattoo designs, allowing clients to create personalized works of art. The company focuses on delivering a curated and luxurious tattooing experience, emphasizing reduced pain and improved outcomes. By reimagining how tattoos are created and received, Blackdot seeks to elevate the standards of the tattoo industry and foster a deeper connection between artists and clients.

YouMail

Venture Round in 2020
YouMail provides enhanced telecommunications services, where those services are moved out of the network and into the cloud, made social, optimized for smartphones, and sold direct to consumers using a freemium model. YouMail's completely free flagship Visual Voicemail Plus application offers a true multi-platform, unified and social voicemail experience for its users on BlackBerry, Android, iPhone, WebOS, Windows Phone 7 and Windows 6.5 platforms. As of 11/1/2011, it had been downloaded over 3 million times and had well over 2 million registered users, all acquired organically.

Aligned Carbon

Venture Round in 2020
Aligned Carbon is a supplier of aligned carbon nanotubes, enabling 1000x improvement in computing. It has provided its product of wafer-scale aligned carbon nanotube arrays to more than a dozen university research groups and industrial research labs. Aligned Carbon was formed in early 2018 by three friends and labmates from Stanford University. Collectively Aligned Carbon’s team represents over 35 years of nanotechnology experience with 100+ peer-reviewed publications and inventorship for 15+ patents.

Advekit

Venture Round in 2020
Advekit, LLC operates an online platform designed to facilitate the connection between patients and mental health professionals. Established in 2017 and based in Venice, California, the platform utilizes users' zip codes, preferences, and insurance details to match them with suitable therapists. By streamlining the search process, Advekit enhances access to quality mental health treatment and allows individuals to better leverage their insurance benefits. Additionally, the platform offers a sliding-scale fee structure, accommodating users based on their financial capabilities. This approach empowers patients by simplifying the often complex journey of finding appropriate mental health support tailored to their needs.

Hawthorne Effect

Convertible Note in 2020
Hawthorne Effect is a clinical trial data platform committed to enhancing the accessibility and convenience of clinical trials for all individuals. It achieves this through a proactive Visit Management System that strengthens the partnership between study sponsors and investigators, leveraging shared technology to ensure adherence to protocols and reduce data omissions. The platform integrates licensed healthcare professionals with advanced connected technology, facilitating decentralized clinical trials that improve efficiency and accuracy compared to traditional methods. By deploying specially trained healthcare providers, known as “HEROs,” Hawthorne Effect allows for patient visits to be conducted anywhere and at any time, thereby minimizing the risk of patients being lost to follow-up and ensuring comprehensive tracking of patient data.

Aligned Carbon

Venture Round in 2020
Aligned Carbon is a supplier of aligned carbon nanotubes, enabling 1000x improvement in computing. It has provided its product of wafer-scale aligned carbon nanotube arrays to more than a dozen university research groups and industrial research labs. Aligned Carbon was formed in early 2018 by three friends and labmates from Stanford University. Collectively Aligned Carbon’s team represents over 35 years of nanotechnology experience with 100+ peer-reviewed publications and inventorship for 15+ patents.

Seatrec

Seed Round in 2020
Seatrec is a clean energy company focused on generating electricity from temperature differences in ocean waters. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Yi Chao, the company has developed patented thermal engine technologies that harness these natural temperature variations to provide renewable power for oceanographic research equipment such as drones, floats, and gliders. By utilizing Seatrec's innovative systems, researchers can significantly extend the operational life of their equipment while achieving cost savings and enhancing data collection capabilities. This technology enables the deployment of more sensors, facilitating greater insights into oceanographic research without producing emissions or waste.

DTx Pharma

Series A in 2020
DTx Pharma, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing fatty acid-conjugated peptide therapeutics aimed at treating patients with rare and chronic diseases globally. The company utilizes innovative technology to enhance the delivery of RNA medicines to various tissues and organ systems, effectively addressing limitations faced by earlier platforms, such as poor pharmacokinetics and inadequate cellular uptake. DTx Pharma's therapies target conditions including retinitis pigmentosa, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and central nervous system disorders. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Esper

Private Equity Round in 2019
Esper was co-founded in the year 2018 by US-based, industry veterans Yadhu Gopalan and Shiv Sundar. In addition to providing a device and application management platform, Esper enables device manufacturers and chipset vendors to deliver a lean Android solution purpose-built for the smart dedicated device space. Esper allows its customers to control every aspect of their device fleet and go as far as real-time debugging of applications on a remote device when required. Learn more about Esper at “www.esper.io”.

Casana

Angel Round in 2019
Casana is a healthcare technology company focused on heart health monitoring. It has developed the Heart Seat, an innovative product that integrates a toilet seat with a cardiovascular monitoring system. This device allows patients to conveniently track essential heart health metrics such as heart rate, blood pressure, cardiac output, ECG, and blood oxygenation from the comfort of their homes. The Heart Seat operates on a cloud-connected platform, enabling seamless data capture and analysis. Founded in 2018 and based in Rochester, New York, Casana aims to enhance heart health monitoring by providing a user-friendly solution that minimizes the need for active patient engagement.

Trials.ai

Convertible Note in 2019
Trials.ai operates an innovative online platform that streamlines the management of clinical trials for life science organizations. Founded in 2016 and based in San Diego, California, the platform integrates various functionalities, including electronic data capture (EDC), clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO), and analytics, into a single system. This comprehensive approach aids researchers in efficiently navigating trial protocols, managing patient eligibility, scheduling visits, and tracking essential events. Leveraging artificial intelligence, Trials.ai's Smart Protocol system enhances trial design by analyzing extensive data from its codified clinical trials database, providing insights that help trial sponsors optimize their protocols for greater speed and success. By addressing the challenges posed by siloed data and inefficient designs, Trials.ai aims to accelerate the delivery of effective treatments to patients, ultimately reducing the high costs and failures associated with clinical trials.

Kangarootime

Series A in 2019
Kangarootime, Inc. develops a cloud-based childcare management solution that connects parents with childcare professionals. Its solutions include revenue cycle management, mobile and laptop accessibility, enrollment, sign-in and sign-out, messaging and picture sharing, employee management, support, reports, and accounting. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in Buffalo, New York.

Recess

Seed Round in 2019
Recess operates an online platform that connects brands with marketing opportunities at live events across the United States. Founded in 2013 and based in Marina del Rey, California, the company collaborates with universities to facilitate brand connections with college students. Additionally, Recess organizes a music and ideas festival that showcases entrepreneurs, startups, and musical performances, fostering inspiration among aspiring business leaders. Its digital marketplace allows brands and agencies to discover and book events while providing a range of marketing services, including product sampling and digital advertising. Recess has serviced notable clients such as Google, Red Bull, and Viacom, enabling them to effectively reach targeted audiences through experiential marketing initiatives.

Capillary Biomedical

Private Equity Round in 2019
Capillary Biomedical is a medical device startup developing technologies for diabetes management. They aim to dramatically simplify glucose monitoring and insulin delivery, reducing the burden on both patients and the overall healthcare system. The company is based in Irvine, CA and is a spin-out of the Artificial Pancreas Center at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.

MatriSys Bioscience

Venture Round in 2019
MatriSys Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing microbiome therapies specifically for dermatology and skin care. Headquartered in La Jolla, California, the company offers its lead product, MSB-01, a topical antimicrobial live bio therapeutic aimed at treating atopic dermatitis by restoring the necessary skin bacteria for effective host defense. In addition to therapeutics, MatriSys develops cosmetic ingredients derived from proprietary bacterial strains to address various skin conditions, including scaling, redness, and signs of aging. The company is exploring commercialization avenues across dermatology, skin care, and cosmetic sectors, with its lead therapeutic currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials. MatriSys aims to enhance skin health by rebalancing the skin's microbiome, promoting beneficial microbes while targeting harmful species.

Visgenx

Convertible Note in 2019
Visgenx, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies for retinal diseases, particularly macular degeneration and geographic atrophy. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Visgenx aims to protect against vision loss caused by retinal disorders. The company's innovative approach involves gene reactivation through hypomethylation therapy, specifically targeting the ELOVL2 gene, which is believed to play a crucial role in regulating aging in vision-critical cells. By increasing the expression of this gene, Visgenx seeks to prevent the loss of retinal cells, thereby preserving sight for individuals affected by these debilitating conditions.

GroLens

Convertible Note in 2019
GroLens Inc. develops and delivers a software as a service ERP software for commercial cannabis producers. It offers compliance reporting, inventory management, and grow optimization software. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Santa Monica, California.

Healionics

Convertible Note in 2019
Healionics Corporation, based in Seattle, Washington, specializes in the development and manufacture of synthetic biomaterials and implantable medical devices aimed at improving healthcare for kidney failure patients. The company has created the STARport HD, an implantable device that enables needle-free bloodstream access for hemodialysis, and the STARgraft, a synthetic vascular graft designed to maintain long-term blood flow without the complications associated with traditional grafts. Healionics' innovative approach addresses critical challenges in dialysis treatment, such as the high costs and health risks associated with current vascular access methods. Their technology promises to enhance patient outcomes by reducing the need for costly interventions and minimizing complications like infection and scarring. With a robust patent portfolio and successful results from animal studies, Healionics is poised to begin human trials and further develop its product line, which includes additional applications for its STAR biomaterial in various medical devices.

BlueNalu

Series A in 2019
BlueNalu is a cellular aquaculture company that satisfies the global appetite for seafood in a fresh, sustainable, and humane way. It offers consumers with great tasting, healthy, safe, and trusted seafood products, that support the sustainability and diversity of the oceans. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

EV Connect

Private Equity Round in 2019
EV Connect, Inc. specializes in providing electric vehicle charging solutions for various sectors, including commercial, enterprise, hospitality, universities, and government facilities, primarily in California and New York. Founded in 2009 and based in El Segundo, California, the company operates a cloud-based platform that enables the management of charging stations and the drivers utilizing them. This platform is charge station-agnostic and supports integration with enterprise systems and electric utility grids through an open API. It facilitates communication with drivers, offers management services for charge stations, and includes demand-response capabilities across multiple charging networks. EV Connect's innovative approach allows for the development of client-specific features and the integration of third-party chargers and applications, providing a comprehensive solution for electric vehicle charging needs.

Connected Signals

Private Equity Round in 2019
Connected Signals, Inc. is a technology company based in Eugene, Oregon, specializing in cloud-based solutions that connect vehicles to traffic signals. Established in 2013, the company develops Transit Signal Priority (TSP) systems that enhance the efficiency of public transit, particularly buses, by optimizing traffic signals along fixed routes. Its flagship application, EnLighten, provides real-time predictions of traffic light changes, informing drivers when a red light will turn green, thus improving safety and reducing driver distraction. The platform utilizes historical data and real-time inputs to forecast traffic signal states, enabling municipalities and traffic agencies to enhance road safety and reduce emissions, while also improving driving efficiency. Connected Signals aims to deliver these capabilities without necessitating substantial infrastructure investments or additional hardware in vehicles, instead leveraging existing traffic signal systems to provide valuable data for drivers and local authorities.

Cloudkeyz

Convertible Note in 2019
CloudKeyz, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Encino, California, specializes in designing and developing keyless entry systems for multi-tenant commercial and residential buildings. The company replaces traditional access cards and keys with a cloud-secured mobile access control system that enhances security and mitigates liability. Its offerings include a user-friendly web administration platform for property managers to manage access rights and a mobile app that allows tenants and guests to navigate the property without physical keys. By providing real-time access control and improved tenant retention solutions, CloudKeyz aims to streamline property management and enhance the overall security experience for users.

Pasturebird

Private Equity Round in 2019
Pasturebird, Inc. is a producer of pastured poultry located in Murrieta, California, established in 2012. The company focuses on raising poultry in a natural environment that allows for ample space to roam and forage, resulting in high-quality, healthy products. Pasturebird caters to a diverse clientele, including restaurants, grocery retailers, butcher shops, and online retail services. Its commitment to sustainable practices and animal welfare has positioned it as a notable supplier in the industry, serving clients such as professional sports teams and esteemed dining establishments in California and Las Vegas.

Phytonix

Venture Round in 2019
Phytonix Corporation is an industrial biotechnology company that specializes in producing sustainable chemicals from carbon dioxide using a patented process involving engineered cyanobacteria. Founded in 2009 and based in Asheville, North Carolina, the company focuses on creating n-butanol, which serves as a versatile ingredient for various fuels and chemicals, including jet fuels, bio-based plastics, and synthetic rubber. This innovative production method is designed to be carbon-negative and aims to replace traditional fossil-based processes that are carbon-intensive. By utilizing CO2, sunlight, and water, Phytonix seeks to minimize reliance on biomass and reduce production costs significantly, with estimates placing the cost of biobutanol at approximately 1.35 U.S. dollars per gallon. The company's approach aligns with circular economy principles and emphasizes sustainable practices in chemical and fuel production.

Aquacycl

Seed Round in 2019
Aquacycl LLC manufactures equipment for onsite wastewater treatment plants that can eliminate primary sludge and recover energy as direct electricity. The company offers bioelectrochemical treatment technology (BETT) reactors for waste water treatment. It offers its products for industrial, agricultural, military, and emerging market wastewater treatment applications. Aquacycl LLC was formerly known as Aquam Technologies LLC. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in San Diego, California.

Snapwire

Venture Round in 2019
Snapwire Media Inc. operates a platform that connects mobile and social photographers with brands, publishers, small businesses, and creatives globally. Founded in 2012 and based in Santa Barbara, California, Snapwire allows buyers to post image requests, which photographers can then fulfill by submitting images that align with the buyer's vision. The platform also includes an iOS application designed for photographers, facilitating the creation and submission of custom visual content. By enabling a direct interaction between creators and businesses, Snapwire ensures that buyers receive unique content tailored to their needs while providing photographers with fair compensation for their work.

Pathware

Private Equity Round in 2019
Pathware Inc. is a company that manufactures automated point-of-care biopsy assessment systems, primarily through its product Bioptic. This system enables clinicians and technicians to diagnose pathogens and provides a complete slide imaging and sample management platform designed to enhance pathology workflows. By simplifying the process and reducing repetition, Pathware aims to improve the efficiency of pathologists while maintaining high standards of care. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with a second location in Seattle, Washington, Pathware was formerly known as MedKairos, Inc. The company is committed to developing intuitive hardware and software solutions that facilitate critical diagnostic processes.

Mobilize Solutions

Convertible Note in 2019
Mobilize Solutions helps companies engage customers to create & share branded photos on social media. “User Generated Ads” are a better alternative to paid ads. Recent paid activations include Toyota USA, Salesforce & Rose Parade. They’re positioned to be a market leader in what will evolve to a multibillion-dollar category.

Llama

Private Equity Round in 2019
URB-E is the world's most compact e-vehicle that is small enough to fit in between your legs while sitting in a train, bus or car. We are passionate designers, entrepreneurs, engineers and believe disruptive solutions can be sustainable and scale to the masses. URB-E was developed out of ideapiphany through their new urban mobility venture called Egological Mobility Solutions. Personal needs and experience in researching the problems of urban planning and transportation worldwide fueled the fire to launch a solution for the first and last mile problem. With 70% of world’s population living in urban cities in 2025, commuters will need more useful options for 1st & last mile problem and today that need is already growing. Current products are expensive, bulky and not easy to use, so we developed URB-E in January 2013 and built many interations of prototypes, testing with consumers and constantly refining to be better and solve the problem.

Habitu8

Convertible Note in 2019
Habitu8, Inc. provides security awareness training programs with engaging videos for companies. The company’s services educate workers to protect themselves and their company from threats caused by employees’ behavior. It offers services in the areas of GDPR, Ransomware, phishing, social engineering, passwords, free WiFi, mobile devices, acceptable use policies, reporting incidents, security team message, CEO scams, third-party security, physical security, travel security, information protection, social media privacy, wrong email recipients, and BYOD. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Mosabi

Pre Seed Round in 2019
E-learning linked to financial health and inclusion for emerging market citizens

Seatrec

Convertible Note in 2019
Seatrec is a clean energy company focused on generating electricity from temperature differences in ocean waters. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Yi Chao, the company has developed patented thermal engine technologies that harness these natural temperature variations to provide renewable power for oceanographic research equipment such as drones, floats, and gliders. By utilizing Seatrec's innovative systems, researchers can significantly extend the operational life of their equipment while achieving cost savings and enhancing data collection capabilities. This technology enables the deployment of more sensors, facilitating greater insights into oceanographic research without producing emissions or waste.

Grolltex

Convertible Note in 2019
Grolltex is an early stage nanotechnology company with breakthrough processes enabling the mass production of high quality, CVD generated 'sheet' graphene at manufacturing friendly prices. The company's novel concept of 'metal assisted exfoliation' significantly lowers costs for the type of large area, mono-layer graphene needed for electronics manufacturing, finally taking graphene out of the lab and moving it into practical application. This process solves the CVD generated graphene 'transfer issue' by removing graphene from the previously sacrificial copper substrate without destroying the copper, putting that same copper right back into the production line. Additionally, this methodology uses conventional thin film tools and processes that exist in industry today.

Elemeno Health

Convertible Note in 2019
Elemeno Health, Inc. is a technology company based in the United States that develops a mobile platform aimed at improving healthcare outcomes by reducing medical errors. The platform serves as a team-based medical information assistant for doctors and nurses, providing access to the latest practices, checklists, and instructional videos. It focuses on enhancing communication among frontline healthcare teams and offers context-driven microlearning to simplify complex practices into manageable steps. By incorporating gamification and recognition elements, Elemeno Health engages staff and facilitates targeted training, both on-site and remotely. The platform enables healthcare organizations to close the knowledge-practice gap, improve patient safety, and gain insights into caregiver behavior without requiring extensive IT resources. Founded in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, Elemeno Health is dedicated to delivering efficient and effective training solutions that ultimately lead to better patient outcomes.

Lennd

Convertible Note in 2019
Lennd is a operating system for the event production world. Historically major productions have been managed with spreadsheets and Google Docs. Lennd is rapidly changing the entire production process. We are currently working with some of the most notable event organizations around the globe (i.e. The Enthusiast Network, The Los Angeles Marathon, BWGLive, Gartner, Kaaboo, San Diego Zoo, Wanderlust, etc.) to help them streamline their operations with our platform.

Industry Jump

Convertible Note in 2019
Industry Jump, Inc. is a career and project management platform dedicated to supporting freelancer filmmakers and producers. Founded in 2017 and based in Seal Beach, California, the company fosters a global community of filmmakers. It provides next-generation creators with essential resources to enhance their business capabilities, acquire new skills, and effectively manage their careers. Through its platform, Industry Jump aims to empower filmmakers by connecting them with industry-reviewed opportunities and facilitating professional growth.

Advekit

Venture Round in 2019
Advekit, LLC operates an online platform designed to facilitate the connection between patients and mental health professionals. Established in 2017 and based in Venice, California, the platform utilizes users' zip codes, preferences, and insurance details to match them with suitable therapists. By streamlining the search process, Advekit enhances access to quality mental health treatment and allows individuals to better leverage their insurance benefits. Additionally, the platform offers a sliding-scale fee structure, accommodating users based on their financial capabilities. This approach empowers patients by simplifying the often complex journey of finding appropriate mental health support tailored to their needs.

Buy It Installed

Venture Round in 2019
Buy It Installed, Inc. is an Irvine, CA-based, venture-backed technology company with an integrated installation solution that connects retailers, manufacturers, and their consumers to skilled and trusted service-providers for installation and product services. On the surface, Buy It Installed® is a simple solution that increases conversion rates and decreases cart abandonment, product returns, and warranty claims. Behind the scenes, Buy It Installed, Inc. uses a proprietary technological architecture platform for the business management, resulting in satisfaction and scale never seen in the Installed-Sales industry.

Outsite

Convertible Note in 2019
Outsite, Inc. is a company that operates a network of work and play accommodations designed for entrepreneurs, business travelers, and digital nomads seeking alternatives to traditional hotels and conference facilities. Founded in 2015 and based in Santa Cruz, California, Outsite has expanded its presence to locations including San Diego and Lake Tahoe. The accommodations feature creative co-working spaces equipped with Wi-Fi, allowing guests to work productively while enjoying recreational activities such as surfing, skiing, and biking. Additionally, Outsite promotes innovative networking opportunities aimed at fostering meaningful collaborations among its community of users.

Turn Technologies

Convertible Note in 2019
Turn Technologies, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing an online application for managing the workforce. Founded in 2016, it operates an AI-powered workforce-as-a-service platform that enables companies to efficiently source, screen, and retain contingent workers, especially in the gig economy. The platform is designed to streamline the hiring process, allowing businesses to quickly find qualified candidates and verify their credentials within hours. It features mobile-friendly services, seamless integration with existing HR systems, and tools for compliance, helping companies onboard workers smoothly while maintaining regulatory standards. By consolidating worker profiles and preferences, Turn Technologies enhances engagement and retention, ultimately reducing the costs associated with workforce acquisition.

Ceresti Health

Convertible Note in 2019
Ceresti Health, Inc. is focused on enhancing healthcare services for individuals living at home with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, along with their caregivers. The company offers a Cognitive Health Program that includes care management services, such as care navigators and cognitive health specialists, alongside evidence-based practices for patient risk management and caregiver engagement. Utilizing a mobile health platform, Ceresti connects patients, caregivers, and families with care navigators and healthcare professionals to facilitate personalized support. Founded in 2013 and based in Carlsbad, California, Ceresti Health aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce hospitalizations through its non-medical program, which features personalized health education, resources, and proactive coaching led by social workers.

BRIUS

Convertible Note in 2019
BRIUS Technologies Inc develops alternative braces and aligners devices. The company is based in Addison, Texas.
Deep Blue Medical Advances, Inc. manufactures hernia mesh for hernia patients. The company offers T-Line® hernia mesh and anchor clips to patients. Deep Blue Medical Advances, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Durham, North Carolina with an additional office in San Francisco, California.

New View Surgical

Series A in 2019
New View Surgical, Inc. is a Boston-based medical device company that specializes in the development and commercialization of the VisionPort technology, a novel surgical imaging and access system designed for minimally invasive surgery. Founded in 2009, the company has created a proprietary system that integrates four essential devices—a laparoscope, camera, light source, and access port—into a single, easy-to-use, and disposable unit. This innovation aims to provide surgeons with enhanced control over visualization and instrumentation during procedures, addressing various unmet needs within the surgical market. The leadership team comprises experienced professionals in medical device innovation and commercialization, dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that offer both clinical and economic benefits to operating rooms worldwide.

Atlazo

Seed Round in 2019
Atlazo, Inc. specializes in the design and development of energy-efficient AI semiconductors and software for the healthcare industry, focusing on the hearing aid, hearable, wearable, and ultra-low power health IoT markets. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Atlazo addresses the growing demand for reliable health tracking and audio solutions. The company integrates advanced energy-efficient AI with flexible bio-sensing interfaces into a single System-on-Chip (SoC) solution. This innovation allows manufacturers to rapidly develop healthcare products, significantly reducing both costs and time-to-market while enhancing the quality of care.

Paradigm Diagnostics

Series B in 2019
Paradigm Diagnostics specializes in advanced cancer diagnostics and biomarker-driven clinical trials, aiming to enhance treatment options for cancer patients. Utilizing next-generation sequencing and comprehensive biomarker analysis, Paradigm assesses the genomic and proteomic characteristics of individual tumors. This information allows for a detailed understanding of the specific cancer pathways involved and the potential therapies tailored to each patient's unique tumor profile. By focusing on personalized medicine, Paradigm empowers healthcare providers to offer targeted treatment strategies, ultimately improving patient outcomes in cancer care.

Actuate Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Actuate Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, develops novel therapeutics that target Glycogen Synthase Kinase-3ß (GSK-3ß) for Alzheimer’s disease, bipolar disorder, diabetes mellitus type II, inflammatory conditions, and cancer. It develops compounds for combination use in high impact carcinomas, including glioblastoma, ovarian, breast, and pancreatic cancers. Actuate Therapeutics, Inc. was formerly known as Apotheca Therapeutics, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Fort Worth, Texas with an additional office in Dublin, Ireland.

DTx Pharma

Series A in 2019
DTx Pharma, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing fatty acid-conjugated peptide therapeutics aimed at treating patients with rare and chronic diseases globally. The company utilizes innovative technology to enhance the delivery of RNA medicines to various tissues and organ systems, effectively addressing limitations faced by earlier platforms, such as poor pharmacokinetics and inadequate cellular uptake. DTx Pharma's therapies target conditions including retinitis pigmentosa, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and central nervous system disorders. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in San Diego, California.

NovaSignal

Series C in 2019
NovaSignal is a medical technology company commercializing a robotic cerebral ultrasound system. Its Robotic System combines non-invasive ultrasound, robotics, and artificial intelligence to assess real-time cerebral blood flow. Through the use of cloud computing and data analytics, NovaSignal supports physicians in their clinical decision making to help improve patient outcomes. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

BRIUS

Seed Round in 2019
BRIUS Technologies Inc develops alternative braces and aligners devices. The company is based in Addison, Texas.
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