August 10, 2023 Vital Bio unveils novel device, raises US$48 million since inception at Velocity in 2019 Four and a half years ago, the VitalOne was an ambitious idea. Today, the desktop computer-sized blood diagnostics device can run comprehensive tests on comparatively small blood…
Velocity leadership and founders took to the stage at the MaRS Impact Health, a two-day conference in Toronto. The event gathered the community of Canadian health innovators, giving a voice to founders who are transforming healthcare technology, solving the most important issues facing the…
Velocity company Adaptis’ proprietary, artificial intelligence-driven software, born out of University of Waterloo research, enables circularity in construction, decarbonizing and material recycling for existing and new multi-family housing, commercial and institutional buildings.
The region’s tech startup roots have deepened further now that two Velocity companies, Halion and H2nanO, have launched out of the incubator and into their own lab spaces.
Joining the Velocity alumni community of 150 companies, Halion and H2nanO will continue to grow their sustainable solutions and, ultimately, further commercialization of their deep tech products while remaining in the local area.
Engineering student impresses judges with carbon-neutral masonry units formed using bacteria By Brian Caldwell, Faculty of Engineering A project inspired by a co-op work term on a construction crew has put a Waterloo Engineering student in the running for an international invention prize. Adrian…
Three graduating engineering students turn their Problem Pitch idea into budding startup Pests and diseases are one of the top issues facing farming today. Using pesticides is a major recurring expense but is necessary to maintain economically viable yields and healthy crops. Every year,…
Winner of Concept’s $5K grant competition introduces a hands-free and non-invasive device to help doctors get real-time imaging of the heart in ICUs By Angelica Marie Sanchez, University Relations Infections can be a serious health issue. Early detection and information is key to help doctors…
Velocity, MIX, and Western University derisk health tech start-ups. By providing connections, expert advice and facilities for product development, the Southwestern Ontario Health Innovation Partnership innovation hub increases survival and supports capital-efficient growth for health tech companies.
The recent global health crisis highlighted the need to support and develop health-focused technology companies and build a stronger health innovation and manufacturing pipeline in Ontario. With the support of a $10-million investment from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency…
Which social media sites you get your news from is an incredibly hot topic. By now, we are all aware of the unintended consequences of letting ‘engagement-prioritizing’ algorithms decide what news article should be pushed in front of people. Using social proof as an…