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FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s shortwave infrared imaging system technology. This technology utilizes a fiber optic bundle, distal lens, illumination assembly, and imaging detector to focus shortwave infrared wavelengths, enabling imaging in challenging environments like the human body and inaccessible machinery areas.

This technology has several applications including in the medical field, industrial sectors requiring inspection of confined spaces in machinery, and infrastructure management. The medical imaging market size is projected to be worth $48.8 billion by 2032, up from $29.2 billion in 2022.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s shortwave infrared imaging system technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Johns Hopkins University APL team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s enhancing machine to machine trust technology. This technology is a continuous, adaptive, lightweight trust computation framework designed for machine-to-machine (M2M) networks, leveraging distributed ledger and smart-contract technologies as its backbone.

This technology has various applications, including autonomous vehicles, smart city systems, smart energy grid control, M2M communications solutions, zero-trust security, and IoT devices. The M2M connections market was valued at $19.18 billion in 2020 and is projected to increase to $26.52 billion by 2026.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s enhancing machine to machine trust technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Johns Hopkins University APL team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

Stony Brook University’s Advanced Energy Research and Technology Center (AERTC) has partnered with FirstIgnite to connect with companies seeking collaborative support. This partnership offers a range of advantages, including access to technical expertise, cutting-edge research findings, grants and proposal opportunities, seed funding, tailored solutions for business needs, access to top talent, government procurement opportunities, and workforce development. AERTC is also interested in supporting collaborative projects involving third-party technology validation, beta testing, and assistance in developing demonstration sites.

The AERTC is committed to driving innovation in energy research, education, and technology deployment. Their focus lies on key areas such as efficiency, conservation, renewable energy, and nanotechnology, aiming to explore new and novel energy sources.

The Stony Brook team is seeking industry collaboration. If your company is interested in exploring a partnership, you can schedule a conversation with the Stony Brook University team directly through their team’s calendar here.

Stony Brook University’s Manufacturing and Technology Resource Consortium has partnered with FirstIgnite to connect with companies seeking support for their economic growth, workforce development, and manufacturing projects. This collaborative effort extends to the development and optimization of various projects. The consortium is equipped to assist any company involved in product manufacturing, providing comprehensive supply chain support as well.

As Long Island's regional federal Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program, the MTRC is committed to providing growth and innovation services that cater specifically to the requirements of small and mid-sized manufacturers.  The MTRC has the capability to provide skilled resources, guidance, and, in certain instances, even funding to support manufacturers with their short and long-term project requirements.

The Stony Brook team is seeking industry collaboration. If your company is interested in exploring a partnership, you can schedule a conversation with the Stony Brook University team directly through their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s convolutional neural network (CNN) based automated registration technology that combines different types of data to detect breast cancer. This technology has various benefits, including improved accuracy, reduced false positives, increased detection rates, provides confidence measures, and localization of lesions on mammographs.

This technology has numerous applications, such as integration into existing mammography AI algorithms, application to automated whole-breast ultrasound, deployment in diagnostic breast imaging settings for more detailed lesion information, and development into a stand-alone device for communities without easy access to routine mammography screenings. The global breast cancer detection market was worth $4.2 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $6.8 billion by 2028.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s CNN-based automated registration technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Johns Hopkins University APL team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is partnering with Drexel University to find companies interested in collaborating through research and commercialization of new and emerging wireless communication technologies. The Drexel Wireless Systems Lab (DWSL) utilizes a combination of interdisciplinary research, advanced simulation, and hardware prototyping to bring a unique systems focus to experimental wireless communications for a diverse set of applications.

Recent innovations leverage Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) for 6G technology, the Internet of Things, and electronic warfare/cybersecurity. These new RIS focus areas build on deep research expertise and testbed capabilities in antenna design and evaluation, as well as software defined radio and wireless channel emulation. The 6G RIS hardware market is expected to be around $10 billion annually. 

Drexel University’s technologies on RIS for wireless communications are ready for collaboration (research, industry feedback, licensing, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Drexel University team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

Stony Brook University's Center for Integrated Electric Energy Systems (CIEES) has partnered with FirstIgnite, aiming to offer your organization valuable collaborative support. By partnering with CIEES, your organization can gain access to federal facilities, assistance with federal grants, opportunities for internships and hiring collaborations, workforce development initiatives, and more.

Stony Brook University, New York's flagship and top-ranked public university, is widely acclaimed for its academic excellence and global recognition, providing a world-class education to all students. Within Stony Brook, CIEES plays an important role in advancing the integration of cutting-edge technologies into electric energy systems. Some of their current energy projects with their industrial partners include off-grid power production from renewable gas source, predictive digital model of the electrical grid, and production of ethyl cellulose for energy applications. 

The Stony Brook University team is seeking industry collaboration and aims to provide valuable support to your organization. If your company is interested in exploring a partnership, you can schedule a conversation with the Stony Brook University team directly through their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s linear bearing clutch technology. This technology offers an effective solution for achieving smooth and precise motion along an axis, while also facilitating the transmission of axial loads in the opposite direction. The clutch is self-contained, operating solely through mechanical means, without the need for additional electronic components, and features a compact design that eliminates the requirement for auxiliary electronics.

This technology has many applications, such as linear motion applications requiring a brake, robotics, industrial machinery, manufacturing plants, and space applications for docking of orbiting spacecraft. The global industrial machinery market was worth $277.47 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach $425.83 billion by 2028.

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory’s linear bearing clutch technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Johns Hopkins University APL team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

The Illinois Innovation Network has partnered with FirstIgnite to identify companies that are interested in supporting senior design and capstone projects at their schools. The Illinois Innovation Network comprises Northeastern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, Chicago State University, Southern Illinois University, Discovery Partners Institute, Eastern Illinois University, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Governors State University, and the University of Illinois.

The Illinois Innovation Network connects university-community-industry-based hubs across the state, fostering innovation, economic growth, and workforce development. It achieves this by assessing and addressing regional needs through collaborative research, public-private partnerships, entrepreneurship, and training programs. The IIN partners with industry to enhance collaboration, strengthen the innovation ecosystem, and address critical R&D challenges. They support industry partners by leveraging student talent, fostering workforce growth, and driving innovation.

The Illinois Innovation Network team is seeking companies interested in supporting senior design and capstone projects. If your company is interested in exploring a partnership, you can schedule a conversation with the Illinois Innovation Network team directly through their team’s calendar here.

The Stevens Institute of Technology has partnered with FirstIgnite to connect prospective candidates from various industries with the Master's and Certificate programs offered by Stevens. This collaboration presents a significant opportunity for Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) who have a key responsibility to promote access and opportunity within their organizations. By partnering with Stevens, CDOs can provide their employees with the benefit of accessing high-quality education at no cost, thereby facilitating their personal and professional growth.

The Stevens Institute of Technology offers a variety of programs. Two of the university's prominent Master's programs include a Master of Science in Digital Analytics and a Master of Science in Information Systems. These programs provide students with knowledge and skills in cutting-edge fields, equipping them for success in today's technology-driven world.

In addition to the Master's programs, the Stevens Institute of Technology also offers a range of certificate programs. Some notable certificate programs include Operational Excellence, Corporate Innovation, Fundamentals of Management, Business Process Management & Service Innovation, Healthcare Management & Leadership, Management of A.I., and Project Management.

The Stevens Institute of Technology is actively seeking to engage with Chief Diversity Officers who are interested in exploring partnership opportunities. Are you the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Stevens Institute of Technology team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Florida International University’s new nanotip pathogen sensor technology. This technology is a portable, real-time pathogen detection system that enables the detection and measurement of deadly pathogens like anthrax, Ebola, botulism, and smallpox. Furthermore, it has the capability to measure pathogen concentrations, making it a valuable tool in combating infectious diseases.

This technology is applicable to public health and safety monitoring, biodefense and biosecurity, medical diagnostics, and environmental monitoring. The global diagnostic testing market size was worth $165.58 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach $348.75 billion by 2030.

Florida International University’s nanotip pathogen sensor technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Florida International University team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.

FirstIgnite is supporting the commercialization of Florida International University’s new modular energy storage technology. This technology enables customers to control and charge each energy source individually while allowing diagnostic techniques on single or multiple sources. The modular design offers a wide voltage and current range for different configurations, distributing stresses evenly among electrochemical sources for optimal performance.

This technology is applicable to battery management systems, grid energy storage solutions, microgrids, electric vehicles, industrial backup power supplies, and data centers. The global energy storage systems market size was worth $210.92 billion in 2021 and is projected to grow to $435.32 billion by 2030.

Florida International University’s modular energy storage technology is ready for collaboration (licensing, partnerships, industry feedback, etc.). Is your company the right fit? If you’d be available for a conversation with the Florida International University team, you can schedule a time directly on their team’s calendar here.