(From centralmaine.org) Pair Technologies designs affordable, user friendly, platform agnostic tech accessories which are influenced by principles of Human-Computer Interaction. The portable, innovative tablet workstation "Tether" enables users to be more productive with their existing devices. MTI provided early-stage support to the Waterville-based company. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) The University of Maine is collaborating with a Bangor nonprofit to create a first-in-the-nation bio-based neighborhood using 3D-printed houses. The prototype was equipped with sensors for thermal, environmental and structural monitoring to test its winter performance, and it has withstood both high winds and a snow load. MTI supported the design of the prototype. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) As part of a consortium program called NASA EPSCoR RID, a $50,000 grant from the Maine Space Grant Consortium will help rocket-maker bluShift Aerospace find out if the process of using 3D printed parts is better than standard industry processes. The Brunswick-based company has received ongoing support from MTI. Read more »
(From PR Newswire) MedRhythms recently announced the successful completion of a multi-site feasibility study of MR-005, its investigational asset in development for the treatment of gait deficits in Parkinson's disease (PD). The study results revealed enhanced quality of life and high patient adherence rates. Additionally, preliminary results showed improvement in motor symptoms of PD. MTI played a significant role in the growth and development of the Portland-based company. Read more »
(From ACCESSWIRE) Maine-based startup, Alakazam, recently launched a subscription service designed to democratize the 3D space. Alakazam makes virtual worlds, 3D websites, and event-hosting environments accessible to all, from small businesses to large corporations. MTI was an early investor in the company. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) A new national ranking recently released by WalletHub, places Maine at No. 13 overall on the "2023's Best & Worst States to Start a Business" list. Maine received a better showing than all of its New England peers and is one of only two northeastern states in the top 20. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) Edible seaweed products business, Ocean's Balance, recently raised seed money from investors in Japan and Norway to help to expand farming, processing and production. MTI has provided the Biddeford-based company with funding and SBIR support. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) MTI will deploy $5.6M to sixteen Maine organizations as part of the Pandemic Recovery for an Innovative Maine Economy (PRIME) Fund, an initiative of the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan. These grants will help develop programs designed to support Maine’s entrepreneurs and startup community. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) The Top Gun program announced its next class of 32 Maine businesses. The program aims to help entrepreneurs take their business to the next level through hands-on training, connections, coaching and mentorship. MTI is a Top Gun sponsor and will provide a $25,000 cash prize to be awarded at a statewide pitch-off in May. Read more »
(From Mainebiz) MTI's Maine Entrepreneurial Resource Corps (MERC) Coordinator, Emily Braley shares best practices to help entrepreneurs get the most value from hiring and working with a business consultant. Read more »