The sixth cohort will undergo the first iteration of the program’s new structure
COLUMBIA, Md., (February 13, 2025) — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announced the sixth SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab cohort that will consist of 28 companies. Through this program, companies will learn about foundational skills in business planning, commercialization and proposal writing.
“TEDCO is committed to uplifting Maryland’s entire ecosystem; one way we do that is by providing opportunities to engage with experts and receive comprehensive training materials,” TEDCO CEO Troy LeMaile-Stovall explained. “The success of this program has prompted its growth into two parts – one focusing on foundational skills and the second focusing on opportunities to enhance quality and submission readiness of the proposals.”
Recently, the SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab has evolved into a two-part program to better support companies on their journey. For Part 1, the cohort will learn from selected government SBIR/STTR program offices to provide information and answer questions on everything from timing, to writing style, and to what makes a proposal compelling.
“We are happy to support these 28 companies as they take the initiative and gear up to submit for crucial funding,” said Kim Mozingo, vice president of Federal Programs at TEDCO. “Of the past five cohorts, 39% of SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab graduates who have moved forward and submitted a proposal received an award – this is more than double the national average of 15% for Phase 1 awards.”
The 28 Maryland companies selected for the FY2025 cohort include:
- Higher Medicine, based in Elkton, Md., aims to develop functional cures for Friedreich’s ataxia.
- NeuroImpact Therapeutics, based in North Bethesda, Md., is dedicated to advancing drug discovery for patients with neurological disorders.
- JIO Robotics, based in Frederick, Md., is a robotics company working to make artificial intelligence solutions that can support work in the kitchen.
- Caleo Biotechnologies, based in Germantown, Md., is a biomedical company working to develop human stem-cell based technologies.
- Catalest, LLC, based in Bethesda, Md., is working to develop an operational performance management software to help better translate best practice into measurable metrics.
- Uplift Geosystems, LLC, located in Baltimore, Md., seeks to provide reliable marine carbon removal services to those looking to achieve net zero targets.
- Wenite, Inc., based in Hyattsville, Md., is dedicated to empowering institutions of higher education with innovative technologies.
- BioEvanesce, located in Rockville, Md., is developing advanced hydrogel-based resorbable biomaterial to prevent post-surgical tissue adhesions.
- Kandih Group, LLC, located in Silver Spring, Md., is a multidisciplinary scientific consulting firm seeking to develop innovative solutions.
- Nanost, Inc., located in Gaithersburg, Md., is developing an innovative diagnostic platform for healthcare.
- CertAir, located in Timonium, Md., is developing automated cleanroom testing equipment and software.
- C Deely, LLC, based in Rockville, Md., is researching and developing advanced artificial intelligence models.
- Jordan Research and Development, LLC, located in Hollywood, Md., is a manufacturing and fabrication firm with the goal of bringing the world new ideas and innovations.
- Fetal Therapy Technologies, based in Baltimore, Md., is a microsurgical device company developing surgical instruments and training models.
- Provider Pulse, located in College Park, Md., is a software as a service company developing an early detection system utilizing artificial intelligence models to identify turnover risks.
- ezVal, based in Rockville, Md, is developing an innovative platform to address critical pain points in equipment validation processes by replacing paper-based workflows with intelligent, automated solutions.
- Calibyr Corporation, located in Clarksville, Md., delivers innovative software development and operation support.
- GreenLift, LLC, located in Annapolis, Md., provides expert stormwater maintenance, invasive species removal, afforestation, and reforestation services, while also manufacturing products from repurposed invasive materials.
- SmartTIVA, Inc., based in Rockville, Md., is a medical device company specializing in developing intravenous anesthesia devices.
- GenWell, based in Dundalk, Md., provides a digital health platform that fills the gaps between annual physicals to bring engaging, preventive health education to women.
- Genetic Circuit Therapeutics, based in Bel Air, Md., is a biotechnology company developing methods using genetic circuits to treat diseases.
- Integrated Pharma Services, located in Rockville, Md., is a biotechnology company developing technologies to combat drug-resistant pathogens.
- Esurgi, Inc., based in Timonium, Md., is a medical device company providing healthcare solutions.
- Sage Services Group, LLC, located in Bowie, Md., is working to advance in-situ resource utilization in space manufacturing through the application of industrial engineering practices.
- Azadi Health, based in Baltimore, Md., is focused on developing and providing mental health services.
- Lumendas is developing technology to generate electricity by harnessing the energy in waves.
- CoTripper, based in Silver Spring, Md., is a digital media lifestyle platform facilitating one-on-one connections through micro-communities.
“The SBIR program is a wonderful opportunity for companies to be awarded non-dilutive funding to further their innovative research,” said Julia Deng, TEDCO’s director of SBIR Programs. “We are excited for the 2025 cohort to begin their journey, learn from experts and hopefully receive the funding needed to continue growing the Maryland ecosystem.”
Learn more about the SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab at www.tedcomd.com/funding/tech-transfer/federal-tech-transfer/sbirproposal.
About TEDCO
TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, enhances economic empowerment growth through the fostering of an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland. Learn more at www.tedcomd.com.
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