University of Utah Start-Up Companies 2006-2007
Boulder Technology Development Labs is focusing on an invention developed primarily for exercise physiology and training using a “Single Leg Ergometer.”
Rescue Medical Systems Inc. has developed a novel CPR training device for the mass market and was recently featured on NASA’s online journal.
ThermImage has a unique imaging system to detect pediatric kidney infections. The technology eliminates the need for painful catheters currently in use by pediatricians.
Osteoseek Inc. is developing bone-targeting polymeric drug delivery systems and the manufacturing methods to produce the polymers and related copolymers used to deliver such drugs.
Larada Inc. is developing a non-chemical application to kill head lice using a combination of heat and air flow. The device is highly efficient in killing both lice and nits (lice eggs). The technology has sparked global interest and will eventually be marketed worldwide.
ImageTechnologies Inc. is developing a new and improved method to detect carotenoid levels in the eye that may relate to the development of a host of ophthalmic diseases including macular degeneration.
Central Logic Inc. is a software development company that is building a unique database with a secure web interface to track medical records and scheduling at hospitals.
LV Partners is developing a personalized medical fund around the identification of unique biomarkers for some of the world’s most problematic diseases.
ContraDyn, Inc. was formed to commercialize a minimally invasive technology for image-guided cancer treatment using contrast enhanced MRI with photodynamic therapy. This is an effective cancer treatment with minimal damage to normal tissues.
Angry Duck Productions is an animation, graphics and video production company. The company has a unique mission in training and educating students in the School of Arts and Technology and serves to facilitate the use of the unique assets that are developed within the College of Fine Arts.
Cerebus Carbon Solutions LLC is a conduit for the development of the unique carbon capture technologies developed at the Energy and Geoscience Institute.
UGEN is marketing a unique breast cancer diagnostic method that uses gene expression analysis to personalize care for breast cancer patients by matching molecular tumor subtypes with appropriate drug treatments.
Navigen is focusing on the use of molecular genetic techniques to identify genes that predispose patients to retinal diseases. The company is developing diagnostics and drug therapies to prevent these diseases.
BioFuels Development Corporation is currently developing clean burning fuels.
RayScale is based on Interactive Ray-Tracing and Photo Realistic Visualization dedicated to the development of tools for interactively visualizing large-scale datasets on the fly with advanced lighting and material models that help users understand the subtle detail in high-fidelity datasets.
N-Focus is developing a silicon-based micro-camera for use in cell phones and digital cameras. The size of the new auto focus system is 1.3 millimeters; the lens is slightly larger than mechanical pencil lead.
University of Utah Start-Up Companies 2005-2006
Intan Technologies LLC - Established to develop new manufacturing methods for the semiconductor industry using low-power integrated circuits. The company has licensed copyrighted software and source codes developed out of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.
Xapio - Their mission is to provide intuitive, simple, and efficient solutions to organize and communmicate information globally and immediately with privacy and security. The novel file share technologies improve communications via existing infrastruction with the potential benefit of increasing productivity and reducing oeprational costs.
Carbalyn - The company was formed to develop new products and applications utilizing a novel biopolymer developed at the U. The hydrogel has applications in drug delivery, surgical repair, and medical device coatings. The company was formed by the infusion of a $8 million Series A funding.
Vestan - This company was inspired by the fact that in breast cancer patients, some portion of the tumors are left behind in over 40% of all cases. This company will use a novel diagnostic imaging device and surgical tools, primarily for breast cancer surgery, but eventually will be sued for other malignancies such as skin, uterus and intra-abdominal cancers. Vestan recently was awarded a VIP grant from the TCO.
TechnoImaging LLC - Created otu of the LaunchPad pgroam, this company is using new electromagnetic imaging techniques for mineral and petroleum exploration.
Nephrogen - A biotechnology company located in Research Park at the University of Utah. Scientists at Nephrogen are exploring the therapeutic potential of adult stem cells collected from blood to restore kidney function.
Neuroadjuvants - This comopany is the result of collaborative efforts between University of Utah departments in Pharmacology, Biology and the Brain Institute. They are focusing on the development of new drugs for nerve related disorders.
MicroArray Inc. - Uses novel microfluidics and hybridization techniques to reduce sample size and scale to large arrays in an effort to increase the efficiency of biosensor platforms.
Fuels Development Group - A start-up company that will focus on the development of cost effective, more efficient jet fuels. The company is currently sponsoring University research toward a commercial prototype.
Intellivis - Utilizes proprietary visualization software and hardware to create real-time decision making enviroments for network security, gaming, financial and other industries.
Sentrx - Uses hydrogel technologies developed at the University of Utah to assist in the repair and recovery of surgical prcedures in animals.
Zicthus - Using a proprietary diagnostic tool for the discovery of new therapeutics for the treatment of colo-rectal cancer.
Respiris - A result of research resulting from Lineagen and will focus on new biomarkes and treatments for pulmonary disease.
Wasatch Microfluidics - Focuses on the development of innovative microfluidic devices for pharmaceutical research, with applications in drug discovery, genetics and clinical diagnostics. Microfluidics is the science of designing, manufacturing and formulating devices and processes that deal with volumes of fluid on the order of nanoliters.
Live Wire Test Laboratories - Developing methods and devices for wire fault detection. The first line of prodducts are for aircraft wiring.
Glycosan - Manufactures novel hydrogel polymers.
LifeScan - Echelon Biosciences and The University of Utah have collaborated to develop diagnostic kits for peparin detection.
Exeven - Screening and development of new drug candidates.
Heightened Technologies - This business is built around using a novel ozonation technology with applications in remediation, water purification, analytics and food processing.
Visual Share LLC - This is a software company trying to build a collaborative service business in the areas of medical informatics, remote collaboration and telemedicine.