February 16, 2024
The Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program is supporting 13 new, collaborative technology product research projects in Maryland through matching grants with participating companies.
Each project pairs University System of Maryland faculty members with Maryland-based companies to develop new technology products or processes. Projects are jointly funded by both MIPS and engaged companies. All funding goes to the university research.
Phase 1 (new projects) include:
Baltimore-based Astek Diagnostics Inc. is working with Professor of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Nilanjan Banerjee, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, on a project titled “Design Generation of Microfluidic Devices Using AI.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Cambridge-based DS Smith is working with Computer Science and Engineering Technology Professor Payam Matin, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, on a project titled “Manufacturing System Optimization.” MIPS/company contributions: $15K/$15K.
Sherwood-based Ferry Cove Shellfish is working with Associate Research Professor Eric Schott, Institute of Marine & Environmental Technology, University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, on a project titled “Developing a Soft Blue Crab Aquaculture Program.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Baltimore-based Globin Solutions, Inc. is working with Associate Professor Fengtian Xue, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Maryland, Baltimore, on a project titled “Creating a Small Molecule Carbon Monoxide Antidote.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Rockville-based Liatris Inc. is working with Assistant Professor Po-Yen Chen, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park on a project titled “AI-Enabled Design of Ultra-Durable Insulation Film.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
University Park-based Living Canopies is working with Associate Professor David Tilley, Department of Environmental Science and Technology, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “ESG Smart Monitor for Green Shelter.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Riverdale-based Medcura Inc. is working with Professor Srinivasa Raghavan, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “LifeCoat: Absorbable Hemostatic Powder.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Baltimore-based NextStep Robotics Inc. is working with Minta Martin Professor Balakumar Balachandran, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “Assistive Robot for Mobility-Impaired Persons.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Elkton-based Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation is working with Professor Peter Chung, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “Modeling of Defect Formation in Polymeric Mixtures.” MIPS/company contributions: $50K/$50K.
Hanover-based Noxilizer Inc. is working with Professor Mohamad Al-Sheikhly, Department of Materials Science and Engineering and Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “NO2 Sterilization and Medical Device Compatibility.” MIPS/company contributions: $100K/$25K.
Baltimore-based Sanitas Health Inc. is working with Associate Professor Anita Wells, Department of Psychology, Morgan State University, on a project titled “AI-based Mental Health Tools for BIPOC Students.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Phase 2 projects include:
Takoma Park-based Green Logic LLC is working with Professor Srinivasa Raghavan, Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, on a project titled “Eliminating Food Waste in U.S. Restaurants.“ MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Columbia-based Vasoptic Medical Inc. is working with Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology Janet Alexander, University of Maryland, Baltimore, on a project titled “Role of Blood Flow Monitoring in Pediatric Eyes.” MIPS/company contributions: $90K/$10K.
Funding for the Living Canopies project was provided by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
This is the 73rd round of MIPS funding.
Projects are subject to final contract negotiations.
The Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program is an initiative of the Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute (Mtech) in the A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland. MIPS leverages the resources of Maryland’s public universities to bolster the state’s economy by bringing faculty and students into collaboration with companies to develop new technology products and processes.
