Founded in 2016, and 2017 graduate of Y Combinator, Advano is a New Orleans-based company delivering a scalable solution for lithium-ion batteries with higher energy density. By conquering the challenges of silicon, Advano integrates or completely replaces graphite in today’s lithium-ion batteries with its advanced silicon anode material - improving the longevity of lithium-ion batteries for blue chip battery manufacturers and Tier one consumer electronics and automotive companies.

Anagram is a unified revenue cycle management platform designed specifically for eye care providers, helping them manage insurance billing, patient eligibility, and claims efficiently. The company focuses on empowering ophthalmologists, optometrists, and opticians by simplifying administrative tasks, thereby allowing them to prioritize patient care. With over 2000 eye care providers trusting Anagram, the platform has facilitated more than $400 million in vision care revenue and assisted over 3 million patients. Anagram differentiates itself through its commitment to price transparency and support for private-pay practices, positioning itself as a vital resource in the eye care industry.

Apex is a spacecraft manufacturing company that specializes in producing standardized satellite buses ranging from 100 to 500 kg. Their business model focuses on rapid delivery and high reliability, avoiding long lead times and custom engineering. Apex's buses are designed for flexibility and can be configured to meet various mission needs, making them a reliable choice for governments and companies looking to access space quickly. With a commitment to transparency in pricing and a full suite of end-to-end services, Apex aims to become the largest supplier of spacecraft platforms in the galaxy, addressing the bottleneck in the space industry and enabling faster access to space for its clients.

Astranis is a developer of a new satellite technology that aims to transmit data down to specific terrestrial locations with each satellite it launches. The company's mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access. It was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Atomos Space is an aerospace company focused on in-space transportation and logistics services, providing Delta-V on Demand through their Quark orbital transfer vehicle. Founded in 2018, Atomos aims to make any orbit as accessible as LEO, offering services such as satellite life extension, cargo delivery, and precise payload attachment. Their innovative technology includes autonomous rendezvous and high-thrust electric propulsion, positioning them as a key player in the emerging in-space economy. With a commitment to sustainable space utilization, Atomos is set to commence operations in 2024, demonstrating significant traction in the aerospace sector.

Bedrock Energy is developing drilling technology and advanced subsurface simulation software to enable geothermal heating and cooling. The company develops autonomous drilling technology and advanced subsurface simulation software to make geothermal heating and cooling more widespread, affordable, and accessible.

Bigfinite Inc., operating as Aizon, is a solutions provider that transforms pharmaceutical manufacturing operations through advanced analytics and AI. Their software as a service solutions, including Aizon Execute, Aizon Unify, and Aizon Predict, optimize batch processing, enhance predictive capabilities, and ensure product quality in GxP environments. With a focus on real-time data integration and actionable insights, Bigfinite empowers clients to improve yield, reduce deviations, and maintain compliance. The company has established a strong market position in the pharmaceutical sector, leveraging its expertise to deliver tailored solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings for clients.

Cantos is a pre-seed venture capital firm with $90M under management that invests in founders audacious enough to believe they can change the world.

Catalog is pioneering a commercial end-to-end DNA computing platform that leverages synthetic DNA for data storage and computation, aiming to revolutionize the economics of data management. By utilizing the unique properties of DNA, Catalog enables the storage of vast amounts of data in a biologically inert medium, making it a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional data centers. Their innovative approach not only captures critical insights from data but also addresses previously intractable computational challenges, positioning them as a leader in the emerging field of DNA-based computing.

Character is a precision medicine company focused on progressive polygenic diseases, particularly macular degeneration. By leveraging human genetics, the company aims to understand disease progression and develop targeted therapies for patients who currently lack treatment options. Character builds comprehensive clinical genomic databases to characterize patient subtypes and identify genetic drivers of diseases. Their integrated data platform enhances drug discovery and development, optimizing clinical trials and patient stratification. The company partners with various stakeholders, including patients and healthcare providers, to address significant unmet medical needs in ophthalmology.

Clara Health is a technology-driven clinical research organization that focuses on making clinical trials accessible to all patients. With a decentralized trial platform, Clara connects patients with clinical studies that fit their needs, providing 24/7 support and guidance throughout the process. The company emphasizes patient centricity and aims to reach diverse populations, ensuring that treatments are accessible and free of charge. Recently acquired by M&B Sciences Inc, Clara Health is positioned to expand its impact in the clinical trial space, leveraging its innovative platform to empower patients in their healthcare journeys.

Curie Co fashions biological solutions from the basic building blocks of life. Curie Co’s enzyme optimization platform teaches abundant, naturally-occurring enzymes to perform the same function as legacy preservatives and with efficiency that is orders of magnitude better. Our enzymes are gentle for people and the planet–they are fully biodegradable and sustainably derived. From hand soap, body wash, hair care products, skincare, and beyond, we give product formulators the freedom to build a powerful, long-lasting product that is nature-based from the bottom up. Founded in 2017, Curie Co is a collection of top scientists from Fortune 500 companies around the globe. Our interdisciplinary team unites under the belief that sustainability is not a luxury, it’s our obligation. Curie Co is proudly based in Research Triangle Park. To learn more, please visit: https://www.curieco.com/.