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Clients

  Below we have listed our clients with a brief description  of their company. They are listed in alphabetical order.  For more information on any of these companies please follow the links to their websites by clicking either their logo, or their name within their description. For information on becoming a FITCI client please visit our contact us page.

 

Acagi was formed in April 2004 and its goal is to change the way visual information is processed.  Using its proprietary technology, Acagi enables images to immediately contain data meaningful to interpretation and exploitation at the collection point, in real time, prior to transmission, editing, and/or storage.  This process allows rapid availability of information to make complex, immediate and far-reaching decisions.
   Acagi’s Image Acquisition and Exploitation Camera System (IAECS) is a self-contained device that supports metadata extraction at the point of video capture, eliminating the need for field crews to physically travel back to a central hub to complete this task. Coupled with increasing on-camera data storage, on-site metadata extraction is a critical component in the ongoing movement of news media towards ubiquitous, real time content gathering and dissemination. In final form factor, the IAECS device will be a palm-sized unit that can retrofit to existing commercial news cameras using standard connector interfaces.  Acagi technology has applications both in the commercial and military markets.

 

Advanced Product Enterprises

Advanced Product Enterprises LLC (or APE) is a Maryland based biotechnology company involved in the identification, testing, development, and production of biomolecular and molecular biology products for industrial and academic partners. With the provision of services such as antibiotic assessment, cell based assay development, endotoxin testing, and pharmaceutical assessment we assist pharmaceutical companies with their research and development, preclinical testing, and quality control and assurance needs. The provision of services which include animal model elucidation, recombinant protein, antibody and virus production APE is capable of assisting vaccine development companies with all of their preclinical needs. As services can be bundled or provided individually, we can assist any individual or company with a project of any size. Contact us and let us know how we can help you!

 

Akonni Biosystems Inc

   Akonni Biosystems Inc, a Maryland based life science company founded in April 2003, develops, manufactures and sells genetic-based diagnostic and disease surveillance solutions for both infectious and human health diseases.
   Akonni's solutions are based on patent-protected gel-drop microarrays and microfluidic Lab-on-a-card technology.  This technology uses precision robotics to place an array of micro-gel-drops within a microfluidic Lab-on-a-card.  Each gel-drop behaves as an individual test tube which yields unprecedented multiplexing capability in a single step with minimal reagent use and liquid handling.  Akonni's integrated microfluidic card approach is far easier to use, cheaper, faster, and more accurate than currently available microarray technologies.
   The system includes a portable reader device and credit-card sized disposable tests onto which a small blood, urine or saliva sample may be placed. The card is then placed in the reader which processes the sample with just a push of a button.  The caregiver is able to print out a clinical result in a fraction of the time over current tests and at a significantly reduced cost. While the underlying microarray and microfluidic technology have been well tested and proven, this is the first time these patented technologies have been combined to produce an integrated diagnostic device capable of performing a battery of complex medical tests at the push of a button, producing definitive results within a few minutes.

 

Biaera Technologies

   Biaera Technologies, LLC is an innovative aerosol research company, offering automated laboratory systems and services.  Biaera's cornerstone product, the Aerosol Management Platform (AeroMP) is a single hardware and software platform that controls and monitors all aspects of inhalation exposure including; Aerosol generation, Characterization, Sampling, Airflow, System balancing, Environmental parameters (including temperature, humidity, and pressure, Animal respiration and Dose calculation).

 

 

Biogenova is a privately owned Biotechnology Company consisting of a group of highly motivated and trained scientists and business people. We specialize in particular technologies. Our goal is to provide our years of experience to the public and enable people to not only conduct R&D more effectively, efficiently and at exceptionally low cost, but with rapid turnaround time.

 

Biomedical Science Consulting, Inc.

 

  Biomedical Science Consulting, Inc., BioSciCon, is a small business, women-owned company, which is sponsoring the  development of patented biomarker-based MarkPap(r) technology products intended to improve the standard of  care for cervical cancer prevention. Supported by the National Institutes of Health, BioSciCon has completed the translational research for it's first line of products MarkPap(r) Test and MarkPap(r) Research Kit with Accessories. Based on the results of clinical trials, the technology was found to be more accurate, less costly, more controlled and less invasive than the currently approved technologies for cervical cancer screening.  The second line of products, now in development, includes MarkPap(r) Self (self-sampling), MarkPap(r) Digital (telemedicine) and Cervical Cell Bank.

   BioSciCon is currently seeking for financial partners to help commercialize the first line of products and to further develop MarkPap(r) Self  and MarkPap(r) Digital. MarkPap technology products, when developed, will bring huge societal benefit saving women's lives with enormous market of 1.7 billion women at risk and potentials for substantial profit.

 

Bridgepath Scientific   is a Maryland based firm providing superior products to the research industry. More information will be available soon!

 

 

ChromoTraxChromoTrax is an international biomedical research and development company dedicated to developing innovative technologies and products to improve diagnosis and treatment of patients suffering from genetic-based diseases including cancers and mutagenic toxic exposure. The proprietary technologies detect signature chromosomal abnormalities - critical to accurate and effective disease diagnosis, treatment and patient management.
   The company incorporated as a Delaware corporation in 1999 and began operations under the name ALTech Biomedical, Inc. The company has since changed its name to ChromoTrax (tracks chromosomes through color) which more accurately reflects the functions of its core technologies. Chromotrax’s proprietary platform technology is an automated, ultra sensitive and cost effective process for quickly and reliably detecting specific diseases and toxic exposure in humans, enabling detection far earlier than conventional techniques. The company has completed the technical development of an advanced DNA probe, the ReSeD® probe and is well along on completing the development of an accurate, low-cost, high-volume diagnostic procedure, Hybridization in Suspension.  Hybridization in Suspension is a rapid, accurate and cost-effective technique for detecting signature chromosome aberrations. It reduces human labor required, and is up to 1,000 times more sensitive than conventional FISH.

 

Cybrdi, Inc.

   Cybrdi, Inc. is the pioneer and primary provider of human tissue array products. Cybrdi has established a comprehensive and integrated system to collect various normal and diseased human tissues, and continuing throughout the manufacturing process of hundreds of tissue microarrays. By offering various high-quality tissue arrays in a format of single, paired, combined and multiple panels, Cybrdi enables scientists to identify, verify and validate molecules of diagnostic and therapeutic importance. Together with DNA (gene) array technique, tissue microarray technology is a powerful tool for the rapid analysis of molecular targets, discovery and assessment of new therapeutics, and determining prognosis of a disease.

 

 

CynerGene provides laboratory services for researchers, pharmaceuticals and biotech companies. Our mission is to generate high quality data for your project using our robust, QC-centric pipeline.  From initial project design all the way to final data analysis, let CynerGene produce the high quality data while you stay focused on the bigger picture. CynerGene is a GLP compliant lab currently pursuing CLIA certification

 

 

 

Gahaga Biosciences Inc.

Gahaga Biosciences was founded in 2006 to commercialize a proprietary method for the isolation of stem cells from placental and umbilical tissues to be used in basic research. Gahaga Biosciences intends to provide stem cells to the research and commercial markets. Stem cells are valued as a potential source of a range of types of tissue. Many scientists say embryonic stem cells are generally more versatile than adult cells, although they continue to explore the possibilities of adult stem cells. We believe that, due to their close association with developing embryo and volume of cells recoverable, placental and umbilical stems cells are an ideal model system for conducting basic research on cell differentiation and regulation. Although there is little doubt that stem cell transplantation will be a therapy of the future, Gahaga Biosciences seeks to supply researchers with essential materials to focus on the basic mechanisms of stem cell differentiation - how stem cells make the decision to move from their stem cell state into a more committed phenotype. Gahaga also seeks to exploit our experience in other methods such as pancreatic islets. Furthermore, we plan to consult with companies to improve their yield and quality of desired cell types.

 

GeNova Bioscience, Inc.

GeNova Bioscience, Inc. was founded to develop, use, and license its platform technology for the identification of novel pharmaceutical and therapeutics.  The rapid drug identification technology (RDIT) allows GeNova to significantly reduce the time and costs associated with the elucidation of new drugs for the treatment of almost any disease.  For example, the RDIT can be employed to identify therapeutics to defend individuals against most pathogen-based bio-weapons and diseases including small pox, botulinum toxin, anthrax, and the bird flu.  The significant reduction in the time required to identify new drugs against these, and other, threats will enable GeNova and its partners to respond faster and more efficiently to medical issues in the United Stated and around the globe.

 

HSRL Pathology provides microscopic tissue evaluation and pathology report generation for your regulatory and investigative projects. Director of HSRL Pathology, Serge Rousselle, DVM, DACVP, heads the division, which is undergoing rapid growth. Expansion of the Mount Jackson facility was completed in late 2006, and coincides with the addition of new services including state-of-the-art histopathologic processing of hard tissues in plastic media.

Dr. Rousselle is known throughout the industry for his expertise in toxicological pathology and medical device pathology. The HSRL Pathology team prides itself on the scientific quality of their pathology reports, their responsiveness to clients, and their dedication to honoring deadlines. Using the FDA-approved PathData ® pathology software, HSRL Pathology will ensure on-time delivery and full GLP compliance. HSRL pathologists are also proficient in Xybion, LABCAT, and Provantis T and can seamlessly enter data using your company's report format. The HSRL Pathology team is comprised of highly trained personnel who are equipped to provide your projects with everything from gross trimming through to archiving, and including any combination of our specialized services that you select.

 

Imagilin

   Imagilin is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing technologies and products of biomedicines for human and animal health. The company has developed a proprietary, patent pending technology platform that uses encapsulated probiotics to deliver live microorganisms into animal gastrointestinal tracts. The effective delivery of live, beneficial microorganisms is able to help animal digestive systems and to enhance their immune responses against infectious diseases. Imagilin probiotic product line offers the pet owners the most effective alternative treatment for pet’s digestive disorders. Currently, the company sells three products, MITOMAXTM and MITOBOOSTTM for pets and MITOGROWTM for farm animals. The company has clients in the veterinarian and pet food markets for its MITOMAXTM and MITOBOOSTTM products and has established distributorships in Japan and Taiwan.

 

Every educational institution needs more computers to bring innovation and opportunities to the classroom. Impari Systems, Inc. can help you do that with your existing budget.

In addition to making your school's money go further, our approach offers students and faculty the same significant savings and helps address the digital divide in your community.

Impari Systems can help by navigating you through the many different choices, explaining best practices for software, hardware and networking, training staff on the capabilities of open source software and by building a community of educators.

 

Integrated BioTherapeutics

   Integrated BioTherapeutics (IBT) is an emerging research-based company dedicated to discovery of small molecules targeting various biothreat and emerging threat agents with a primary emphasis on rational, structure based approach. IBT also offers a range of products and services to the growing biodefense and infectious disease research community.
   Located in Frederick Maryland, IBT is located in the center of the emerging BioDefense Industry.  IBT has experience and a close working arrangement with many of the United States government agencies including United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID), National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institute of Health (NIH), Department of Defense (DOD), Homeland Security and other agencies working in the BioDefense arena.

 

Meridian BioGroup LLC is a validation and compliance contract service provider to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry.  Meridian brings qualified specialists from manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance, engineering, validation, and related backgrounds to meet its clients’ needs in FDA-regulated environments.  Meridian tailors its service offerings to meet the individual needs of its clients, whether large established biotechnology companies with commercial manufacturing capabilities or small start-up companies ready to move into clinical trials.

Meridian services include validation of facility utility systems, process equipment, processes and support equipment; development of quality systems; quality audits and gap analyses; validation master plan development and fulfillment of many other necessary components of a compliant quality system in GXP-regulated organizations.  Whether the project lasts only a matter of days or is large and multifaceted requiring specialists with varied technical skills, Meridian’s staff of project managers, validation and compliance specialists, and support personnel is committed to providing efficient, effective and proven solutions.

 

 

OxiCool, in a joint R&D agreement with the US Navy, is developing environmentally friendly air conditioning technologies. CEO Ravi Barot pictures a world rid of outdated air conditioners and cooling units that only contribute to our environmental problems. OxiCool is developing an exciting 'green' solution that could actually have a big impact on how we live.

 

Platinum Public Relations

Platinum PR is a marketing and public relations firm that specializes in assisting small emerging entrepreneurs. Regardless of the specific industry, Platinum PR enjoys a one-on-one (entrepreneur to expert) relationship with our clients.
   Founded in 2002, Platinum PR is located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, strategically positioned within a one and a half hour drive to Washington and Baltimore.
   We take pride in providing cost effective public relations and marketing services catered to the needs of our clients. The only requirement that we have is that our clients are committed to success!

 

 

Red Noodle is a website development firm located in Frederick, Maryland also serving the Washington D.C. and Baltimore areas. With over 8 years of experience, you know you can trust Red Noodle to make your website a success.

We can provide all aspects of website creation and maintenance. We work with you in planning the site, designing the look and feel, and implementing the site into code. We add functionality such as e-commerce, event registration, polls, calendars and custom built features. You want it, we make it work!

If you update your site frequently, Red Noodle can provide a site you can maintain yourself. This technology called "content management" lets you save both time and money since you don't need a 3rd party for every change you make.

 

Research Automation Solutions

New to FITCI!

Research Automation Solutions is a biomedical and bio-defense
information technology company that specializes in select agent
inventory management systems for bio-safety programs.


More information will be available soon!

 

 

Synthesis

 

   Synthesis is a woman-owned, 8(a) certified federal contractor.  We are demonstration, pilot project, and program management specialists.  We make sure our clients make the best decisions possible through online data management and real-time performance reporting.  Our systems ensure that everyone involved knows what is going on, projects stay on schedule, teams collaborate, and budgets are met.  We have supported a number of federal agencies including DHHS, DOT, USDA, SBA and HUD.
   Synthesis fuses research and evaluation methodologies with leading edge technology to provide a broad range of management consulting services.  We support federal health and safety initiatives with business process redesign, online data management system development, research and evaluation, strategic planning, conference and meeting support services, publications development and technical writing, graphic design, public awareness campaign development and social marketing, database development and maintenance, routine administrative tasks, and other program development support work.

 

 

At ThoughtQuest we create advanced software solutions that make your complex world simpler. We offer cutting edge automated software tools that reduce risk, increase efficiency and ensure the continuity of your business operations. We work across the range of complex critical infrastructures that all businesses depend on to produce products and provide services to their customers.

At the core of each of our software solutions is the Complexity Systems Management (CSM) Method- a revolutionary new way to solve the complex problems that make up today’s business world. Our critical infrastructure software assessment tools provide risk management solutions across the twelve critical infrastructures that are vital to the operation of every business. Among these are supply chain management, complex IT networks, communications and other critical infrastructure systems that business and industry depend on.  

By leveraging our powerful line of automated infrastructure assessment tools, we help you increase the efficiency of your operations at the same time you manage risk and take advantage of opportunity. We use cutting edge technology to continuously scan the strategic business environment to bring you the information you need, in the form you need it, when you need it.

 

Tox Path Specialists

New to FITCI! More information will be available soon!

 

 

Veracity Biotechnology, LLC

   Veracity Biotechnology, LLC (Veracity) is a contract research organization (CRO) devoted to the examination of drug resistance phenomenon and drug discovery for the hepatitis B and C viruses (HBV & HCV). The President has extensive experience in this field and has previously developed a successful hepatitis research CRO lab. The FDA is now requiring a more detailed analysis of all pre-clinical experimental therapies for HBV and HCV with a particular emphasis on the need to prove and/or experimentally determine the mechanism by which drug resistance occurs. The assessment of drug resistance against HCV through pre-clinical studies and the support of human clinical trial work for the assessment of the same is the principal focus of Veracity.
   We at Veracity are developing a platform which will allow us to rapidly assess the mechanism of drug resistance against the four major genetic targets of HCV drug discovery and to analyze the same from clinical samples. In addition, we have a working drug discovery pre-clinical drug evaluation program for HBV and HCV.

 

 

Widearea Systems

Widearea Systems is a convergence technology company in Voice over IP products and services area. Their Professional Services provides the most comprehensive solutions with the fastest guaranteed implementation. From home networking to customized services and consulting in complex corporate computing environment, the Widearea Data Systems experts in Professional services can help you take control of your environment, save time and implement faster. Widearea Systems V-Contax product dramatically improves customer satisfaction and revolutionizes way of interaction among companies and their customers.