Fundraising FoxDepartment of Defense — 2021 Investments
83 investments dated 2021 · listed companies and verified rows first · show all
Aerosol Devices manufactures aerosol particle sampling devices using condensation growth tube technology for bioaerosol and chemical particle collection across the 5 nanometer to 10 micron size range.
BiotechDeep TechHardwareHealthtechFort Collins, US
Dr. Susanne HeringPat KeadyDr. Ping Chen(President)
Alkemix Corporation supplies advanced materials for the ablative and composite manufacturing industry, partnering to validate, qualify, and distribute existing products while developing lower-cost ablative alternatives to reduce sole-sourced supply risk.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew Materials
Anactisis develops solvent-free separation systems to extract critical materials like titanium, rare elements, and other valuable resources from industrial waste streams and by-products.
Circular EconomyCleantechDeep TechNew Materials
ANDRO develops software-defined radio solutions and IoT networking products for smart city and defense applications, including mesh networking technology and electromagnetic analysis services.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechIoTRome, US
ASEI designs and integrates GPS and inertial navigation systems for munitions and weapons applications.
Deep TechDefense TechHardware
Tim ElbertDavid Gaskill
Arkham Technology develops high-assurance communication and information security products for defense and government applications, with capabilities spanning cryptographic solutions, embedded systems design, and custom hardware development.
CybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechGovTechHardwareIoTIrvine, US
ASIC North provides integrated circuit design services, including ASIC design, analog design, and characterization, along with analog IP cores and supply chain management for semiconductor-based product companies.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareHardwareIoTSemiconductors
ATSP Innovations develops advanced materials based on aromatic thermosetting copolyester (ATSP) technology, including wear-resistant nanocomposites and coatings for demanding industrial applications such as extreme bearing environments.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew Materials
BESI develops gasification, carbon capture, water production, and educational platforms focused on alternative and renewable energy technologies.
Circular EconomyCleantechClimate TechDeep TechEnergyImpact & Social GoodUniversity Park, US
BluelightAI analyzes AI models' test and production traces at the concept level using topological data analysis and mechanistic interpretability to surface untested behaviors and failure modes before deployment.
Gunnar Carlsson(Founder)Sachin Khanna(CEO)Jakob Hansen(Head of Data Science)John Carlsson(Principal Scientist)David Fooshee(Principal Scientist)
Bolder BioTechnology develops protein therapeutics using advanced protein engineering and bioconjugation to create longer-acting versions of FDA-approved protein drugs that require less frequent dosing than current treatments.
BiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesBoulder, US
George (Joe) Cox, Ph.D.(Founder, President and Chief Scientific Officer)Joe Cox(President)
CANA LLC provides operations research, logistics systems integration, analytics, and program management services to commercial and government clients seeking to optimize supply chain operations and make data-driven business decisions.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSNorthern Virginia, US
Rob(President & Chief Executive Officer)
Candent Technologies designs and develops small gas turbine engines, heavy fuel reciprocating engines, and propulsion systems for aerospace and defense applications.
Deep TechDefense TechEnergyHardware
Hernando Munevar(President and CEO)Emanuel Papandreas(Vice President of Engineering)Javier Camba(Director of Business Development)
Cell Matrix Corporation is a contract research and development firm working on complete computing systems spanning hardware, circuits, algorithms, and software, including self-modifying and neuroscience-inspired architectures.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareBlacksburg, US
Lisa Durbeck(Co-founder)Nick Macias(Co-founder)
CBio is a drug discovery company that designs molecules against validated disease targets using physics-based simulation, focusing on diseases where treatments exist but remain inaccessible due to cost or manufacturing complexity.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep Tech
CoolCAD Electronics designs and fabricates wide bandgap silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor transistors and integrated circuits for power electronics, high-temperature electronics, green energy, and deep ultraviolet optical sensing and imaging.
EnergyHardwareSemiconductorsCollege Park, US
Neil Goldsman(President)inAkin Akturk(Vice President)inSiddharth Potbhare(Vice President)
Cougaar Software provides advanced automation, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence decision support technology.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTech
Dr. Todd Carrico(Founder and CEO)
Delta Development Team manufactures temperature-controlled medical transport and storage devices, including smart blood coolers and autonomous refrigeration units, for healthcare facilities and blood banks.
HardwareHealthtechLogistics & Supply ChainMedical Devices
Co-investorsAggie Angel NetworkAZ Venture Capital Inc.Central Texas Angel NetworkSymbiotic Venturesi&i Biotech FundOost NL
MobileDetect is a drug testing solution designed for first responders, combining chemical test pouches and strips with an optional mobile app for automated result reporting and documentation.
Deep TechDefense TechGovTechHardwareTexas, US
Mark Kisner(Managing Director, DetectaChem GmbH)Heino Teifel(Managing Director, DetectaChem GmbH)
Dynovas designs, develops, and manufactures advanced structures for the aerospace and defense industry, including aerospace structures, launchers and canisters, and land-based systems.
Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechNew Materials
Hawthorne, US
John Tenet(Director)Grant Verstandig(Director)Nathan Mintz(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Harry Marr(Executive Officer)Max Mednik(Executive Officer)
BoardJoseph Lonsdale(Director)
Co-investors8VCBedrock Capital
Higher Ground manufactures SatPaq, a compact satellite communicator designed for secure, reliable connectivity in remote areas and various industries.
CybersecurityHardwareIoTSpace TechPalo Alto, US
Rob Reis(CEO)inJeffrey Goldberg(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsvenn growth partners
Hivemapper is a decentralized mapping network built on Solana that enables contributors to map the world in real time using cameras and apps while earning rewards through a token-based incentive system.
Crypto & Web3Data & Infrastructure
Ariel Seidman(Founder)in
Co-investorsAccelerator VenturesBorderless VentureFounder CollectiveHemisphere Ventures LLCHomebrewLDA Capital+10 more
IERUS Technologies provides research and advisory services focused on integrated air and missile defense and strategic weapons systems for the US Department of Defense and defense contractors.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareHuntsville, US
Dr. Jason M. Keen(President and Founder)
IHIO Innovations Corp. develops solid-state metal 3D-printing using a proprietary non-melting ultrasonic additive manufacturing process (SMAM) that bonds dissimilar materials through atomic diffusion, including a microgravity system for on-demand fabrication and repair for NASA exploration missions.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense Tech
Immersive Wisdom develops a Remote Collaborative Operations Center software platform that serves government, financial services, and logistics sectors.
Cloud ComputingDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTechSaaSBoca Raton, US
Co-investorsIn-Q-Tel
JEM Engineering develops active electronically steered arrays (AESA) for fixed-site, vehicular, and airborne applications with integrated radomes and computerized control systems.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareIoTLaurel, US
Kaney is a vertically integrated manufacturing and engineering company providing lifecycle solutions for aerospace and medical device applications.
Defense TechHardwareMedical DevicesRockford, US
Co-investorsCharlesbank Capital Partners
Kestrel Technology Group builds secure data collection and analysis platforms for field operations, serving government, industry, and academic organizations requiring real-time situational awareness and decision-making support across distributed teams.
Data & InfrastructureDefense TechGovTechSaaS
Lumos develops sleep wellness products designed to support various lifestyles, whether for travelers, shift workers, or caregivers.
ConsumerHardwareHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Biquan Luo(Founder)in
Co-investorsStartX
Molecular Rebar produces a proprietary material additive that enhances the durability and performance properties of rubber, elastomers, coatings, conductive inks, and composites used across industrial applications.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew MaterialsAustin, US
NoMIS Power develops Silicon Carbide power semiconductor devices and packaging for high-performance applications including AI data centers, EV fast charging, industrial motors, and defense systems.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechEnergyHardwareSemiconductorsAlbany, US
Dr. Adam J Morgan(Co-founder, CEO, & Technical Lead for Packaging Design)Dr. Woongje Sung(Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer)Gehan Wanduragala(Co-founder, Chief Strategy & Commercial Officer)Dr. Anant Agarwal(Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer)Dr. Shahedipour-Sandvik(Co-Founder)
Novaa is an RF engineering company that designs advanced RF aperture architectures, electronically steered arrays, beamforming systems, and millimeter-wave technologies for aerospace, defense, and commercial customers.
Deep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace TechSeattle, US
Markus Novak(Founder, President & Technical Lead)Robert Russell(Business Lead)
PackMaxQ designs and manufactures thermal packaging solutions for cold chain logistics in healthcare and life sciences.
HealthtechLogistics & Supply ChainMedical Devices
Co-investorsPlains Ventures
BiotechKennett Square, US
Frank Minella(Executive Officer, Director)inAlexander Ruckdaeschel(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardJohn H. Stewart(Director)Andrew Koopman(Director)
Co-investorsDelaware Crossing Investor GroupItalian Angels for GrowthNYU Innovation Venture Fund
Perfecta designs, builds, and sustains software, hardware, and global telecommunications networks for cyber defense, electronic warfare, SIGINT, OSINT, and tactical cyber operations, along with secure Unified Communications as a Service and virtual private clouds.
CybersecurityDefense TechHardwareSpringfield, US
George Zoulias(Founder & CEO)
Punch Cyber Analytics Group provides cybersecurity solutions and threat detection capabilities to government and industry partners, drawing on deep expertise in cyber operations and federal threat response.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDefense TechGovTech
Brent Wrisley(Founder and Chief Executive Officer)Chris McIlroy(Founder and Chief Operating Officer)Mike Geide(Founder and Chief Technology Officer)
Radiant Images is a technology provider for virtual production, immersive (VR/AR/XR/spatial), and live broadcast, offering services such as LED volume production, volumetric and light-field capture, and bullet-time systems for filmmakers, media companies, and organizations like NASA and the US Department of Defense.
Deep TechHardwareMedia & Entertainment
Rx Bandz develops auto-injector devices and injectable formulations for treatment conditions including anaphylaxis, diabetes, opioid overdose, and other medical emergencies for patients, first responders, and military personnel.
Deep TechHardwareHealthtechMedical DevicesLocust Valley, US
Jessica Walsh(Founder, CEO)in
Co-investorsTexas HALO FundLeonid Capital Partners
Sintavia designs and additively manufactures PTMS (Power & Thermal Management Systems) components and subsystems for the aerospace and defense industry using advanced manufacturing techniques.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace Tech
Co-investorsNorth Atlantic CapitalSumitomo Corporation
SiO2 Materials Science develops precision molded polymer containers with thin glass-like barrier coatings for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications.
BiotechMedical DevicesNew MaterialsAuburn, US
Robert S. Abrams(Executive Officer, Director)inRobert Pangborn(Director)John Belfance(Director)Jean-Marie Painvin(Director)Thomas Strungmann(Director)Jared Morris(Director)
Co-investorsMPM BioImpact
Kägwerks develops rugged, operator-worn tactical communications systems for military and defense personnel that integrate radios, devices, and mission systems to enable secure connectivity and interoperability in demanding field environments.
Deep TechDefense TechHardware
Skyhaven Systems is a research and development firm specializing in electrochemical engineering and advanced chemical process technologies for the US Government, with particular focus on Defense, Energy, Aerospace, and Environmental applications.
CleantechDeep TechDefense TechEnergySteamboat Springs, US
HealthtechMountain View, US
Paul Rhodes(Executive Officer, Director)Ray Martino(Director)Paul Grossman(Director)in
Co-investorsTelegraph Hill Partners
Spectral Sensor Solutions develops electro-optical sensor systems for standoff detection of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats, as well as remote sensing for environmental and meteorological applications.
CleantechClimate TechDeep TechDefense TechHardware
Stauder develops military software platforms and hardware modules that enable interoperability and tactical capability-sharing across disparate military platforms including aircraft, vehicles, and ground systems.
Deep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsSaint Peters, US
SunFire Bio develops and sells characterized monoclonal antibodies targeting pneumococcal polysaccharides and Shigella pathogens for research purposes.
BiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesBirmingham, US
Rob Burton(Founder)Dr. Deborah Bidanset(Founder)Dr. Phil Fernsten(Founder)Taehea Nahm(Founder)Moon Nahm(Dr.)
Co-investorsInnovation Depot
Supercool Metals makes lightweight, high-strength, geometrically complex hardware components and subsystems using a patented manufacturing process, offering end-to-end capabilities from material science to finished assemblies.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareNew Materials
Co-investorsOK Computer
Lafayette, US
Gautam Khanna(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardDavid Pearce(Director)
WetWare Biosystems develops a helmet-based device that detects traumatic brain injury (TBI) and then works to protect and preserve brain tissue to reduce injury severity.
HardwareHealthtechMedical Devices
Zakuro develops solid-state battery technology using a solid-state separator and lithium metal anode to increase energy density over lithium-ion cells.
Deep TechEnergyNew Materials
Co-investorsMichigan Rise
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