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BioTech and Healthcare EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Tenant Directory

AI Nexus Healthcare

AI Nexus Healthcare charlie@ainexus.com 60 Hazelwood Dr. AI Nexus Healthcare is creating a new generation of smart health and wellness applications powered by Cognitive Artificial Intelligence designed to help shape the future of healthcare worldwide. The company empowers users to take control of their health and provides real-time decision support to healthcare professionals through a ground-breaking combination of machine learning pattern recognition with insights created by Cognitive AI that encapsulate the expertise of dozens of medical doctors. AI Nexus’ signature platform, mia, is capable of detecting early warning signs of the onset of numerous chronic diseases and life-threatening conditions such as respiratory disorders, stroke, and cardiac arrhythmia. mia provides timely, actionable advice to help its users become aware of what they can do to mitigate the risks of developing chronic diseases and seek preventative medical care before disease progression becomes acute. ainexushealthcare.com AI Nexus at Research Park AI Nexus to Participate as Mayo Clinic Platform Accelerate’s Fourth Cohort CEO Faramarz Farhoodi on the Pulse 360 Podcast AI Nexus Healthcare Appoints New CEO, Patrick M. Healy, Amidst Significant Growth Heading Into 2024

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EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Sustainability Tenant Directory

Cache Energy

Cache Energy arpit@cache-energy.com 60 Hazelwood Dr. Champaign, IL Cache Energy focuses on creating energy storage that is safe to install anywhere and transported everywhere through long-duration electricity storage. Using technology based on thermal power plants, Cache Energy avoids the pitfalls of switching to clean energy, like changing skillset requirements or concurrent job losses. This technology can store grid electricity cheaply on a large scale. It can also enable a transition to renewable energy by helping industries move away from fossil fuels and allowing wastewater treatment plants and landfills to store the energy of biogas released, which otherwise is primarily wasted. cache-energy.com Cache Energy at Research Park Cache Energy Meets with Venture Investors in Silicon Valley Research Park start-up develops renewable energy storage solution- in Daily Illini Cache Energy Receives Financial and Technical Support from Chicago’s Evergreen Climate Innovations Cache Energy Awarded DOE Successful Energy Innovations Prize Cache Energy Closes $4.5 Funding Round Arpit Dwivedi of Cache Energy Disrupts the Energy Storage Industry Cache Energy Joins Launch Alaska Portfolio Cache Energy Wins EPIC DC Pitch Competition

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Electronics and Hardware EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Tenant Directory

Cygnus

Cygnus sjinpark@cygnusphoton.com (217) 493-8477 60 Hazelwood Drive Champaign, IL Cygnus Photonics has created a new approach to traditional photo processing techniques. Their VUV and far-UVC exposure system combines high power, exceptional uniformity, and versatility in an efficient and compact modular form factor. The new technology drives photo processing in real-time, is eco-friendly, made of recyclable materials and components, and has efficient packaging and passive cooling for an easily transported all-in-one system. cygnusphoton.com Cygnus at Research Park Cygnus Featured in Intersect Illinois Article

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BioTech and Healthcare EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Tenant Directory

TearDx, LLC

TearDx, LLC jtaylor.teardx@gmail.com 60 Hazelwood Drive, Champaign, IL 61820 TearDX is an early-stage company focused on providing devices that unlock the potential of tear fluid for medical diagnostics. The company is developing an easily-inserted wearable ocular device that analyzes specific biomarkers in tear fluid vision is to give clinicians simple, convenient, and reliable tools to perform routine tear diagnostics. TearDx’s device is easy to insert, causes little to no discomfort to patients, removes the burden of tear collection from clinicians, and greatly simplifies sample prep and lab analysis. tear-dx.com

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EnterpriseWorks Incubator Software, AI and Analytics Startup Tenant Directory

Reconstruct

Reconstruct mani.golparvar@reconstructinc.com 217-417-9552 60 Hazelwood Dr. Champaign, IL Reconstruct uses visual data to improve planning, coordination, and communication on job sites. Its web-based platform continuously reconstructs and visualizes reality directly within 4D BIM, measures progress and productivity, and analyzes risk for delay. Reconstruct’s actionable data analytics empowers smart construction and supports project teams to proactively decide on control actions and keep their projects on time and budget. reconstructinc.com Reconstruct at Research Park Connect with Reconstruct https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMkvIJGsRrghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsWsqWskdf4

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AgTech EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Tenant Directory

FrostDefense Envirotech Inc.

FrostDefense Envirotech Inc. mseufferheld@frostdefense.com (217) 979-3052 60 Hazelwood Dr. FrostDefense Envirotech Inc. is an NSF-funded startup revolutionizing frost protection for vineyards and orchards. Our biodegradable coating tackles the $1 billion annual loss from early spring frosts in the U.S. By encapsulating buds, we delay bud break up to 14 days and increase cold resistance by 6°C, reducing frost damage risk by 70%. Our coating, combined with predictive analytics, offers a sustainable alternative to carbon-intensive or toxic methods. FrostDefense not only protects primary shoots but also mitigates “silent damage,” preventing up to 40% yield loss. We’re empowering growers with an eco-friendly, effective solution to safeguard their crops and livelihoods against unpredictable spring frosts. frostdefense.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg98y2ir1LY&t=1s FrostDefense Envirotech at Research Park FrostDefense Envirotech Inc. Featured in IBRL story on ‘agricultural biologicals’ FrostDefense Intern Captures 2nd Place, Notable Innovation at 2024 Research Park Hackathon FrostDefense Selected for gBETA AgTech 2022 Cohort AgTech Summit 2022 | Moore Family Agriculture Innovation Prize FrostDefense Awarded 2022 Edwin Moore Family Agriculture Innovation Prize Wired In: Manfredo Seufferheld of FrostDefense Envirotech FrostDefense’s Burks Advocates for More Startup Resources During Congressional Testimony FrostDefense Awarded 2022 Edwin Moore Family Agriculture Innovation Prize

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AgTech EnterpriseWorks Incubator Startup Tenant Directory

HabiTerre

HabiTerre david.woodburn@habiterre.com 60 Hazelwood Dr. Champaign, IL HabiTerre is a deep science and technology company offering a holistic approach to farm productivity and resource use efficiency. It monitors, measures, and analyzes environmental impacts with the utmost scientific rigor to provide actionable insights for optimal management of land, nutrient, and water use. HabiTerre uses remote sensing, process models, and artificial intelligence to evaluate past, present, and future cropland performance, including crop rotation, management history, yield, water use, nutrient dynamics, and carbon sequestration. From the field level to the global scale, HabiTerre offers critical insights to a variety of businesses throughout the agriculture value chain. habiterre.com HabiTerre at Research Park HabiTerre founder Kaiyu Guan recognized as a Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researcher HabiTerre makes $10m first close on its Series A, aims to become ‘the global standard’ for sustainability metrics HabiTerre Achieves Third Party Model Validation with Climate Action Reserve HabiTerre Named Startup to Watch in 2024 by St. Louis Inno HabiTerre to Collaborate on Carbon Breakthrough with Arable and Shell Innovations at Research Park podcast featuring an interview with CEO Nick Reinke discussing quantifying agricultural outcomes on iTunes Podcasts and Spotify HabiTerre Recognized as Finalist for 2022 World Food Forum Startup Innovation Awards HabiTerre Becomes Partner on $90 million USDA Climate Smart Commodities Grant HabiTerre’s Guan Honored as Innovator of the Year AgTech Innovation Summit 2021 | Past Moore Innovation Prize Winners Aspiring Universe Wins 2020 OCP Innovation Challenge Aspiring Universe Corporation Awarded 2020 Edwin Moore Family Agriculture Innovation Prize Arable and Shell Collaborate on Carbon Breakthrough in Agriculture Nick Reinke joins HabiTerre as CEO   Connect with HabiTerre Facebook.com/aspiringuniverse/ Linkedin.com/company/aspiring-universe/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMkvIJGsRrghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_CUpcI83ms

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1901 S. First St. AgTech Startup Tenant Directory

Genective

Genective erin.yarling@genective.com 1901 S. First St. Champaign, IL Genective is a joint venture between Limagrain and KWS. Genective globally develops and provides innovative biotech solutions in corn. By working across the value chain – from basic research to commercialization- it adds value to its markets, both in farming and technology access. The company aims to create, deregulate and commercialize biotech corn traits, which deliver novel modes of action, especially in controlling field pests. genective.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=218uYCQ_0MA&t=101s Genective at Research Park Genective Poised for Commercial Success After Pipeline Delivered Breakthrough Insect Control Results Genective Expands Lab Space, Opens Phase 2 Champaign Headquarters AgTech Innovation Summit 2021 | Emerging Disruption in Agriculture Genective Announces Key Executives 2020 Genective Grand Opening Photos Genective Opens Global Headquarters at University of Illinois Research Park Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern 2023 – Carlene English Genective Poised for Commercial Success After Pipeline Delivered Breakthrough Insect Control Results Genective Awarded Top Agriculture Biotech Solution 2025 by Agri Business Review  Intern Awards Most Outstanding Undergraduate Student Intern 2023 – Carlene English Connect with Genective Linkedin.com/company/genective/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cW6jTGC3_tk

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EnterpriseWorks Incubator Software, AI and Analytics Startup Tenant Directory

StructureIQ

StructureIQ kmechitiv@structureiq.ai 404-585-7039 60 Hazelwood Dr. Champaign, IL StructureIQ is at the forefront of AI-driven infrastructure monitoring, delivering real-time, actionable intelligence to asset owners, insurers, and financial stakeholders. Our patented smart sensor technology and advanced AI analytics provide a scalable, cost-effective alternative to traditional inspection methods—offering continuous structural health monitoring that enhances safety, reduces maintenance costs, and optimizes risk management. https://structureiq.ai/  StructureIQ at Research Park EnterpriseWorks startups to be featured at Illinois Entrepreneur Showcase Connect with StructureIQ https://www.linkedin.com/company/structureiq/

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2109 S. Oak St. AgTech Startup Tenant Directory

Epivara

Epivara Jay@epivara.com 859-494-0082 2109 S. Oak Street, Champaign, IL Epivara is innovating better ways that pets are spayed and neutered worldwide. Epivara’s mission is to make life better for animals and humans through innovative science and compassionate care. The company has developed iSpay/iNeuter, a low-cost injection to spay and neuter pets efficiently. Currently, this is the only alternative to spay and neuter surgery that works safely, permanently, and works within seconds. epivara.com https://youtu.be/78cL_vJGrp0 Epivara at Research Park Evpivara Founder Dr. Jay Ko Featured in WCIA Reproductive Endocrinologist Introduces Game-Changing Approach to Animal Sterilization Grand Opening of LabWorks Featuring Epivara Epivara LabWorks Grand Opening Epivara Featured in Research Outreach Article Epivara Selected for gBETA AgTech 2022 Cohort Epivara interviewed on Smile Politely Epivara Featured on WCIA 3 News 2021 Epivara NSF SBIR Award 2021 Epivara Moore Innovation Prize Connect with Epivara Linkedin.com/company/epivara/ Twitter.com/epivarahealth

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