Technology readiness level

The Carbon to Value Initiative Announces Year 4 of the Initiative's Carbontech Accelerator Program

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火曜日, 4月 16, 2024
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SOMERVILLE, Mass. and HOUSTON and BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Carbon to Value Initiative (C2V Initiative)—a multi-year collaboration from the Urban Future Lab at NYU Tandon School of Engineering (UFL), Greentown Labs, and Fraunhofer USA—enthusiastically announces the fourth year of its world-class carbontech accelerator program. 

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  • and HOUSTON and BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Carbon to Value Initiative (C2V Initiative)—a multi-year collaboration from the Urban Future Lab at NYU Tandon School of Engineering (UFL), Greentown Labs , and Fraunhofer USA —enthusiastically announces the fourth year of its world-class carbontech accelerator program.
  • For its fourth accelerator cohort, the C2V Initiative and its Carbontech Leadership Council (CLC) are welcoming applications from startups at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 4-7 that are developing carbontech solutions.
  • More specifically, the program collaborators are interested in carbontech innovations related to the following categories:
    Carbon Conversion to Added-value Products, e.g.
  • Startups with a novel carbontech innovation are encouraged to apply even if their technology is not listed above.

rHEALTH's Publication in Nature Communications Highlights Its Powerful Lab Diagnostics for Astronauts

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金曜日, 4月 5, 2024
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BEDFORD, Mass., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- rHEALTH today announced that, in partnership with NASA, that its study of the rHEALTH ONE universal biomedical analyzer on the International Space Station (ISS), was published in Nature Communications. The article, titled, "Single Drop Cytometry Onboard the International Space Station" performs detailed analysis of the data collected by the rHEALTH ONE device.

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  • The publication shows sophisticated laboratory diagnostics can be implemented successfully in environments previously thought to be too unforgiving and challenging.
  • Astronauts traveling to the Moon and Mars require immediate health information, just like all of us on Earth.
  • The study supports the ability to perform real-time lab analysis for astronauts in a microgravity environment, paving the way for human missions to the Moon and Mars.
  • This study further supports our mission to bring more powerful diagnostics outside conventional hospital settings," said Eugene Chan MD, Founder and CEO of rHEALTH.

Lightbridge CEO Seth Grae Issues Update Letter to Shareholders

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火曜日, 2月 27, 2024
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RESTON, Va., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (“Lightbridge”) (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, today issued a corporate update in a letter to shareholders from President and CEO Seth Grae.

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  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (“Lightbridge”) (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, today issued a corporate update in a letter to shareholders from President and CEO Seth Grae.
  • Ms. Goodman, a recognized national security expert, joined Lightbridge as an independent director, bringing invaluable insights into the intersection of energy and national security.
  • Lightbridge is adopting the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) system to illustrate the progress of its fuel development efforts.
  • Currently, Lightbridge Fuel is positioned at TRL 4-5, indicating a significant phase in our development process.

GITAI Autonomous Robotic Arm Arrives at Space Station to Conduct ISAM External Tech-Demo

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木曜日, 2月 1, 2024
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TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) has successfully arrived today to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket (NG-20) to conduct an external demonstration of in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) while onboard the ISS. The success of the S2 tech-demo will be a major milestone for GITAI, confirming the feasibility of this technology as a fully operational system in space.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) has successfully arrived today to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket ( NG-20 ) to conduct an external demonstration of in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) while onboard the ISS.
  • The success of the S2 tech-demo will be a major milestone for GITAI, confirming the feasibility of this technology as a fully operational system in space.
  • By demonstrating this technology in space, GITAI aims to achieve Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 and establish ISAM capabilities.
  • To learn more about GITAI, future missions and space robotics capabilities, visit: GITAI.tech .

GITAI Autonomous Robotic Arm Set to Launch on Jan. 29 to International Space Station

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水曜日, 1月 24, 2024
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TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket (NG-20) on January 29. Having passed the required NASA safety reviews, the S2 will conduct an external demonstration of in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) while onboard the ISS.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GITAI USA Inc. (GITAI), the world's leading space robotics startup, is pleased to announce that its 1.5-meter-long autonomous dual robotic arm system (S2) is scheduled to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket (NG-20) on January 29.
  • During the demonstration, the S2 will be mounted external to the International Space Station (ISS) on the Nanoracks Bishop Airlock and perform on-orbit services, including maintenance, inspection, and life-extension operations for satellites.
  • "We are excited that S2 will be deployed on the International Space Station (ISS) to demonstrate extravehicular capabilities," said Sho Nakanose, Founder & CEO of GITAI.
  • By demonstrating this technology in space, GITAI aims to achieve Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 and will establish ISAM capabilities.

EverGlade Consulting Funding Alert: BARDA Funding for Next-Generation Therapeutics and Vaccines for COVID-19 available through Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle (RRPV)

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水曜日, 12月 6, 2023
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle (RRPV) Consortium is a joint initiative with the Biomedical Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to promote research and development in response to pandemics or public health emergencies. The RRPV focuses on accelerating the development, regulatory approval, commercialization, and maintenance of medical countermeasures against threats like pandemic influenza, emerging infectious diseases, and other biological threats.

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  • RRPV seeks to address the capability gap identified by BARDA in developing therapeutics, particularly those offering protection through Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and treatment against new SARS-CoV-2 variants.
  • "EverGlade Consulting acknowledges the significant potential that RRPV offers to public health," remarked Eric Jia-Sobota, founder of EverGlade Consulting.
  • If your company has considered applying for BARDA funding, EverGlade can help you make that determination and pursue a successful contract.
  • Our team has helped both large and small companies prepare, submit, and win applications for federal funding.

RepAir Unveils Direct Air Capture (DAC) Field Prototype, Demonstrating Sustainable Carbon Removal at the Gigaton Scale

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水曜日, 11月 29, 2023
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YOKNE'AM, Israel, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RepAir, the pioneering Direct Air Capture (DAC) solution capturing more CO2 with less, today announced the unveiling of its field prototype, demonstrating the technical performance of its carbon capture solution in an operational environment for the first time. This unveiling marks the company's achievement of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6, a significant step forward on the path to market viability.

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  • YOKNE'AM, Israel, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RepAir , the pioneering Direct Air Capture (DAC) solution capturing more CO2 with less, today announced the unveiling of its field prototype, demonstrating the technical performance of its carbon capture solution in an operational environment for the first time.
  • Despite efforts to reduce emissions, "hard to abate" industries like air travel, steel and cement manufacturing will remain reliant on non-renewable energy, creating a persistent 15-20% emissions gap.
  • Utilizing 70% less energy (0.6MWh/tCO2), RepAir's market-ready solution will perform sustainable carbon removal at the gigaton scale, with a negligible carbon footprint below 5%.
  • In an impressively short time frame, we have launched technology capable of capturing carbon at a cost that is sustainable for removal at the gigaton scale, overcoming a major industry challenge," said Amir Shiner, RepAir CEO.

Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL Announces Participants for Sixth Cohort

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火曜日, 10月 17, 2023
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The Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL (GCxN), a multi-million dollar, multi-year program developed in collaboration between Shell GameChanger and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), has selected four startups to participate in the program’s sixth cohort.

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  • The Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL (GCxN), a multi-million dollar, multi-year program developed in collaboration between Shell GameChanger and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), has selected four startups to participate in the program’s sixth cohort.
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    The Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL (GCxN) has selected DTE Materials, Hexas Biomass, Invizyne Technologies, and ZILA BioWorks to participate in its sixth cohort.
  • The sixth GCxN cohort includes:
    DTE Materials , based in Fresno, CA, has developed a technology that converts agricultural and forest waste into sustainable, carbon-negative construction materials.
  • "In this cohort, we're harnessing NREL’s vast research capabilities to tackle some of today's paramount sustainability challenges,” said Johanna Jamison, GCxN program manager at NREL.

Helical Fusion selected for Japanese SBIR grant to accelerate development of High-Temperature Superconducting cable.

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火曜日, 10月 17, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231013712057/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231013712057/en/
    Helical Fusion is one of four companies to be selected and receive its max $13.5 million (JPY 2 billion).
  • This funding grant represents the Japanese government’s commitment and recognition of innovative fusion technology led by private sectors, including that of Helical Fusion.
  • Takaya Taguchi, Helical Fusion’s co-CEO, commented: “We are delighted to be selected by the Japanese SBIR program.
  • Helical Fusion will, together with industrial partners and technology, accelerate development of the HTS cable which can contribute to the early realization of fusion reactors in Japan and overseas.”
    Helical Fusion welcomes inquiries from potential partners in and outside the fusion industry.

Maritime Launch Unveils Commercial Suborbital Program at Spaceport Nova Scotia

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木曜日, 9月 28, 2023
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Today, Maritime Launch Services Inc. (NEO: MAXQ; OTCQB: MAXQF) unveiled its suborbital launch program currently scheduled to begin during the second quarter of 2024.

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  • Today, Maritime Launch Services Inc. (NEO: MAXQ; OTCQB: MAXQF) unveiled its suborbital launch program currently scheduled to begin during the second quarter of 2024.
  • During this first commercial suborbital launch campaign planned for early 2024, Maritime Launch’s manifest will carry experiments totaling up to 15kg across two separate launch configurations.
  • With seamless integration of experimental payloads into suborbital rocket missions, our Spaceport Nova Scotia team will manage all logistics, payload integration, and mission execution, so clients can focus solely on their payload objectives,” says Stephen Matier, President and CEO, Maritime Launch.
  • For the first flight, Maritime Launch has already received commitments from payload clients including GALAXIA Mission Systems, a space computation company based in Nova Scotia.