Field Testing

Field testing translates prototypes into validated medical tools by assessing performance, reliability, user ergonomics, and supply-chain integration in realistic military conditions. Clinical evaluation addresses hemorrhage control, polytrauma diagnostics, infection control, and prolonged-field-care workflows, informing design, regulatory strategy, and force readiness.

Technical Challenges

  • Environmental stressors: temperature extremes, dust, vibration, and electromagnetic interference that degrade device performance.

  • Operational variability: non-clinician users, chaotic mass-casualty scenarios, and unpredictable power/logistics constraints.

  • Clinical complexity: polytrauma, blast injuries, and delayed evacuation requiring robust, multi-modal solutions.

  • Data and interoperability gaps: limited connectivity, incompatible data formats, and cybersecurity risks in austere networks.

Emerging Opportunities

  • Standardized, military-relevant simulation models and metrics for device efficacy under combat conditions.

  • Ruggedization and packaging standards that preserve clinical performance without adding logistic burden.

  • Rapid, deployable regulatory pathways and validation protocols tailored to prolonged and distributed care.

  • Integrated testing of supply-chain, sterilization, and reuse cycles to mitigate infection, biofilm, and AMR risks.

Current and Emerging Technologies in Field Testing

Mobile clinical trial platforms

Modular, mobile labs and deployable trial infrastructure enable near-real-time clinical evaluation of devices and diagnostics at forward operating bases.

Wearable biosensors & remote monitoring

Continuous physiological monitoring (HR, SpO2, core temp, motion) supports assessment of device usability, early deterioration detection, and prolonged-field-care studies.

Point-of-care molecular and rapid diagnostics

Ruggedized rapid PCR, antigen, and multiparameter assays validated in field scenarios accelerate infectious disease surveillance and triage decisions.

High-fidelity simulation and virtual environments

Synthetic wounds, manikins, and virtual reality permit reproducible scenarios for hemorrhage control, airway management, and mass-casualty workflows.

Environmental stress chambers & durability testing

Accelerated ageing, dust/ingress, shock, and temperature cycling reproduce austere conditions to validate performance and maintenance cycles.

Data platforms, digital twins, and analytics

Interoperable data architectures, simulation-based digital twins, and AI analytics synthesize field data to guide iterative design and regulatory submissions.

Importance to Military Medicine

Improve combat casualty outcomes

Validates that hemorrhage control, airway, and resuscitation tools work reliably under fire and chaotic conditions.

Enable prolonged and distributed care

Ensures devices support extended timelines, non-expert operators, and limited logistics during delayed evacuation.

Ensure readiness and logistic fit

Confirms packaging, transport, sterilization, and supply-chain compatibility with austere deployment models.

Inform regulatory and acquisition decisions

Field data strengthens safety and effectiveness evidence for DoD acquisition, FDA submissions, and fielding approvals.

Alignment with the MTEC Mission

Accelerates transition of military-relevant medical innovations by proving real-world performance, consistent with MTEC’s mission to field timely solutions for Warfighters.

Supports a broad portfolio—from trauma and infectious disease to prolonged care—aligning with MTEC’s cross-cutting, DoD-focused focus on readiness and dual-use benefit.

Enables rapid-cycle validation and evidence generation to inform acquisition and force health protection priorities.

Dual-Use (Military + Civilian) Applications

Civilian trauma centers and EMS benefit from ruggedized devices and validated triage algorithms developed through military field testing.

Disaster response and rural healthcare can deploy validated point-of-care diagnostics and remote monitoring tools refined in austere military trials.

Public health and pandemic preparedness gain from field-validated surveillance technologies and portable labs.

Explore MTEC Members with Field Testing Capabilities

MTEC members bring interdisciplinary strengths—military clinical expertise, regulatory know-how, engineering for ruggedization, and logistics testing—to accelerate field validation and adoption.

Explore member profiles to find collaborators with experience in combat casualty care trials, deployable lab platforms, and dual-use commercialization pathways.

70 Members with Field Testing capabilities.

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SIMETRI

SIMETRI is a woman-and-minority owned small business based in Winter Park, Florida, specializing in modeling, simulation, and training technologies. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on delivering innovative products and services that enhance the human experience and improve client outcomes through advanced training and program management analysis.

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Nanohmics Inc.

Nanohmics Inc. is a Texas-based research and development company founded in 2002, specializing in the applied sciences of light, molecule, and advanced material interactions. The company focuses on designing and developing smart technology solutions that enhance product, technology, or system performance across various industries. With a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, Nanohmics integrates advanced materials and state-of-the-art instrumentation engineering to create custom-engineered sensing technologies and platforms. Their mission is to accelerate client success through innovative product development, providing solutions for detection, surveillance, electro-optic imaging, performance characterization, environment awareness, and energy conversion applications.

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Athena Consulting Group

Athena Consulting Group (ACG) stands at the vanguard of biomedical engineering and defense technology innovation, orchestrating a paradigm-shifting R&D portfolio that redefines biosurveillance and musculoskeletal injury prevention. Spearheading this effort is the Vector-Borne Surveillance System (VBSS), a revolutionary platform integrating portable next-generation sequencing (NGS) with machine learning-driven predictive analytics, developed in synergy with Northwestern University’s microbial genomics expertise. This ruggedized, MIL-STD-810-compliant system delivers real-time zoonotic pathogen detection and outbreak forecasting in austere environments, achieving >95% sensitivity and specificity through validated protocols, and seamlessly interfacing with DoD biosurveillance networks like MHS GENESIS via secure, AES-256-encrypted data pipelines. Complementing this, ACG’s wearable sensor platform, forged with Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, pioneers proactive musculoskeletal injury mitigation, leveraging inertial sensors and advanced algorithms to predict compensatory gait patterns with 90% accuracy and detect biomechanical stressors in real-time—tailored for military rigor under MIL-STD-810 standards. These breakthroughs, underpinned by extensive preliminary data from over 1,000 hours of motion analysis and high-fidelity genomic sequencing trials, position ACG as a trailblazer in integrating AI, genomics, and ruggedized hardware. With strategic partnerships spanning FDA-compliant manufacturers and DoD stakeholders, and a dual-use vision spanning military readiness, global health security, and civilian disaster response, ACG’s R&D prowess drives scalable, cost-effective solutions that reshape Warfighter health and commercial markets with unparalleled scientific rigor and operational excellence.

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Ethos Solutions LLC

Ethos Solutions specializes in rapid problem solving in dynamic environments through the Ethos IDEALs (Identification, Define, Engagement, Alignment, and Leveraging). Ethos leverages module working groups (or cells) consisting of Subject Matter Expert (SMEs) clinicians, training cadre, warriors, academics, and researchers able to rapidly identify and solve problem sets that require a grounded approach forged in austere and dynamic environments.

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Noblis

Noblis is a nonprofit research and technical organization supporting federal missions in defense, health, environment, and security. Emphasizing applied sciences, engineering, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cloud, and cybersecurity, Noblis provides objective solutions for government agencies confronting complex operational and scientific challenges.

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HELM Innovations

HELM Innovations is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business specializing in the integration of science, technology, and programmatic and strategic solutions, primarily for U.S. federal government clients. With over 30 years of experience in national security, systems engineering, and interagency collaboration, the company provides expertise in areas such as complex systems acquisition, R&D, environmental lab testing, crisis response, and leadership development. HELM Innovations is noted for applying advanced business models, fostering cross-disciplinary teamwork, and supporting rapid, effective decision-making in complex environments.

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Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a leading management and technology consulting firm with over 110 years of experience. The company is dedicated to empowering people to change the world through innovative solutions in various sectors including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, engineering, and defense. Booz Allen partners with government and commercial clients to tackle their most complex challenges, leveraging a culture of innovation and a commitment to excellence. The firm operates with core values of integrity, courage, service, ingenuity, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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PinMed, Inc.

PinMed, Inc., is a National Innovation Award-winning bioinformatics/medical-device company that develops high-fidelity cardiovascular monitoring systems, personalized (adaptive) software, and integrated systems and custom solutions for tracking cardiovascular data in the most challenging environments (e.g., intensive activity, extreme electromagnetic interference, and interventional cardiovascular procedures) and identifying subtle but clinically important indicators of cardiovascular events. PinMed’s award-winning solutions include versatile, multisensor, high-fidelity monitoring systems for various hospital and ambulatory settings. The company has extensive experience in electronic and mechanical engineering, development of software and firmware for various processors, computational modeling, and cardiovascular physiology. PinMed’s flagship mobile platform, PELEX, provides unparalleled versatility in physiological monitoring and has been cleared by the FDA for diagnostic 12-lead ECG testing and various types of ambulatory monitoring.

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DLH Holdings Corp.

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. With over 3,200 employees, DLH is committed to solving complex problems faced by civilian and military customers, leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies to enhance health outcomes and operational readiness.

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Augustine Consulting, Inc.

Augustine Consulting, Inc. is a woman-owned small business that provides solutions to critical mission requirements for government and commercial organizations. With a focus on service, integrity, and accountability, ACI has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across various sectors, including defense, energy, and homeland security.

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Planned Systems International

Planned Systems International (PSI) is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that empower clients across various sectors, including national security, health, and federal civilian operations. With a commitment to integrity, service, and excellence, PSI leverages cutting-edge technologies to address complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency. Founded in 1988, PSI has built a reputation for exceeding expectations and fostering a collaborative culture that nurtures employee growth and development.

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Intellisense Systems, Inc.

Intellisense Systems, Inc. develops and manufactures advanced technologies that modernize armed forces and support commercial and government operations through innovative defense electronics, avionics displays, and environmental monitoring systems. The company specializes in replacing obsolete electronic systems, providing rugged, modular, and autonomous solutions for weather monitoring, avionics displays, power management, and more. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and mission-readiness, Intellisense serves military, commercial, and government clients, delivering products that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and situational awareness in the most demanding environments. Their solutions are designed for compatibility with legacy systems and open architectures for future upgrades, ensuring long-term value and reduced lifecycle costs. Intellisense's Micro Weather Station (MWS) series is deployed in over 60 countries and on all 7 continents, and the company is recognized for its rapid innovation, including the development of the world's smallest lidar ceilometer and advanced power distribution solutions.

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Exponent

Exponent is a multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting firm serving sectors including healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and consumer products. From medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and supplements to digital health and wearables, we deliver rigorous science that quantifies impacts on human health. Exponent helps you push the envelope on the development, deployment, safety, and effectiveness of cutting-edge drugs, devices, and diagnostics — concomitantly balancing benefits and risks. Count on our multidisciplinary, data-driven, evidence-based assessments to give you clarity on your most complex product needs and challenges. With lives on the line, innovations that support healthcare demand the highest levels of scientific rigor. Whether you’re developing a novel drug, a sturdier stent, or a faster flu test, you need clear answers to complex questions, quickly. Exponent supports our life sciences clients across the total product lifecycle by solving critical design, regulatory, safety, and market access challenges. We can collaborate with you throughout your journey, helping you navigate risks and opportunities — and optimize outcomes — with science-based strategies and specialized expertise.

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CUBRC

CUBRC is an independent, not-for-profit company dedicated to research, development, testing, and systems integration, focusing on high-stakes challenges in defense, intelligence, and homeland security. With a legacy of technical excellence, CUBRC combines innovative ideas and state-of-the-art technology to address critical problems facing the nation.

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Augmntr

Augmntr is a software and systems engineering company specializing in Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality technologies. We offer solutions for presenting real-time, real-world data to users in a hands-free, eyes-out interface, aiming to transform the way people and complex data sets interact.

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Smith+Nephew

Smith+Nephew is a portfolio medical technology company focused on the repair, regeneration, and replacement of soft and hard tissue. The company aims to restore people's bodies and their self-belief by using technology to take the limits off living. With a commitment to medical education and improving patient outcomes, Smith+Nephew operates in over 100 countries and is dedicated to sustainability and community health. Their purpose is to promote health and wellbeing, not just through their products but also by ensuring a positive impact on society and the environment. Smith+Nephew is also committed to increasing diversity within the medical device industry through initiatives like the Orthopaedics for All global advisory board.

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Kitware

Kitware is dedicated to delivering innovation through advanced technical computing, state-of-the-art AI, and tailored software solutions. Founded in 1998, the company emphasizes an open-source philosophy, fostering collaboration and transparency to solve complex scientific challenges. Kitware is committed to advancing scientific understanding and improving technology through its extensive expertise in various domains, including AI and deep learning.

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xJect Medical Technologies Inc.

xJect Medical Technologies Inc. was founded to rethink one of healthcare’s most essential devices: the prefilled syringe. While injectable therapies have advanced dramatically, syringe design has remained largely unchanged for decades. Beginning at the design level, xJect has developed an ultra-compact, prefilled syringe that reduces size by up to 40% vs a standard syringe. The patented next-gen design features a sleeve-style plunger system for shatter-proof protection, enhanced leak prevention, and one-way operation that meet World Health Organization recommendations for smart syringes. These capabilities combine to represent significant cost savings while optimizing Force-wide efforts in expeditionary medicine, strategic stockpiling, and rapid deployment of life-saving therapeutics in contested, remote, or resource-constrained environments where space, weight, and logistical efficiency are critical to mission success.

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i3 Corps

i3 Corps is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. Department of Defense. Founded in 2007, i3 is committed to delivering high-quality services in various technology solutions, including systems engineering, cybersecurity, and interactive training, while fostering a culture of integrity and community support.

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Modus Operandi

Modus Operandi is a high-tech software and information technology company headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, with over 40 years of experience. The company specializes in developing innovative Living Intelligence solutions that combine human expertise and machine analysis to deliver decision support for complex situations. Their mission is to empower organizations to make smarter, faster decisions by harnessing data and orchestrating advanced analytics. Modus Operandi serves a diverse clientele, including defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors, and is recognized for its commitment to quality, integrity, and customer success.

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Hatch PD

Hatch PD specializes in product design and development, offering a comprehensive range of services from concept to consumer. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and quality, Hatch collaborates with clients to transform ideas into market-ready products while ensuring seamless integration of design and manufacturing processes. Their all-in-one approach integrates hardware, software, and firmware development, reducing time to market and enhancing product quality.

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Advanced Materials and Devices, Inc. (AMAD)

Advanced Materials and Devices, Inc. (AMAD) is a leader in the development of wearable blast sensors and controllable vehicle suspension technologies. The company is dedicated to advancing safety and protection through innovative solutions, particularly in the field of blast measurement and safety technology. AMAD's mission is to lead advancements in these areas, providing state-of-the-art solutions for both military and commercial applications.

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Prevent Biometrics

Prevent Biometrics develops validated wearable systems that use embedded sensors to monitor and analyze head impacts in real time. The company's mouthguard-based platforms provide objective data and analytics for sports and military applications, supporting player safety, research, and injury detection. Collaborating with academic and military institutions, Prevent Biometrics aims to advance the understanding and prevention of head injuries.

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Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a nonprofit research and development organization that provides independent, premier services to government and industry clients. Founded in 1947, SwRI is committed to advancing science and technology to benefit humanity, focusing on innovative solutions that improve human health and safety. With a diverse range of technical divisions, SwRI addresses complex challenges in various fields including mechanical engineering, materials, aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and more.

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Combat SNS (Combat Medical Consulting, CMC)

Combat SNS (Combat Medical Consulting, CMC) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) dedicated to bridging the gap between innovative medical technologies and operational end users in the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other government agencies. With over 30 years of expertise in direct sales, government procurement, and market integration, CMC specializes in high-quality medical supply distribution, consulting, and product development. Their mission is to accelerate the adoption of advanced medical solutions, ensuring best-value procurement and broad impact across public health and defense sectors. CMC is recognized for its comprehensive approach, from market research and product validation to training, certification, and field deployment.

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Conflict Kinetics Corporation

Conflict Kinetics (CK) is an industry innovator specializing in human performance optimization, particularly in small arms simulation. The company focuses on enhancing combat readiness and decision-making capabilities through advanced training systems and data analytics, ensuring that warfighters and law enforcement personnel achieve cognitive and physical mastery over their environments and weapon systems.

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SRI International

SRI International is an independent nonprofit research institute with a rich history of supporting government and industry. For almost 80 years, SRI has collaborated across technical and scientific disciplines to discover and develop groundbreaking products and technologies, delivering world-changing solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future. The Nomura-SRI Innovation Center (NSIC) further enhances SRI's mission by bridging the gap between Japan and Silicon Valley, fostering corporate innovation and talent development.

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Charles River Analytics

Charles River Analytics is dedicated to developing human-centered intelligent systems that enhance military performance, ensure homeland security, and transform healthcare through advanced technology. With a strong focus on AI, robotics, and human-centered computing, the company aims to solve complex challenges faced by government and commercial sectors. The company also emphasizes its commitment to corporate social responsibility, employee ownership, and innovative training solutions.

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TIAG

TIAG is an innovative technology company providing strategic, transformational solutions to private industry and across the Department of Defense. With a focus on agility and ingenuity, TIAG addresses complex challenges through a range of services including cloud migration, cybersecurity, data analytics, and human-centered design. The company prides itself on its commitment to excellence and its ability to deliver results that exceed client expectations.

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Key Tech

Key Tech is a multidisciplinary product development firm specializing in medical, industrial, and consumer products. With over 20 years of experience, the company focuses on transforming complex technologies into intuitive products, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing user experience. Key Tech's team of engineers, designers, and scientists work collaboratively to deliver innovative solutions across various sectors, including drug delivery, medical devices, and in vitro diagnostics. The company is also committed to environmental sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices into its design and development processes.

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Wireless Research Center (WRC)

The Wireless Research Center (WRC) is an independent, private nonprofit research center based in North Carolina’s Research Triangle region. Since 2010, WRC has advanced global innovation in wireless connectivity through applied research, engineering, and certified testing. WRC supports clients worldwide, helping develop and commercialize wireless products from concept to high-volume production. The organization is recognized for its unique intellectual property policy, allowing clients to retain full ownership of jointly developed IP. WRC’s core initiatives—WRC Technologies, RIoT, Connected Communities, and the Advanced Mobility Collective—focus on improving wireless technologies, accelerating startups, supporting entrepreneurs, and fostering technology-led economic development. WRC is a catalyst for collaboration among local governments, schools, companies, and global partners, integrating technology and innovation into communities to improve lives and bridge the digital divide.

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CRG Defense

CRG Defense is a secure, scalable defense company, purpose-built for rapid deployment of defense and dual-use technologies into field-ready systems. From prototype to production — CRG Defense delivers mission-critical innovation across systems, materials, power, infrastructure, and medtech. Our Vision is a world where advanced defense capabilities strengthen national security, empower warfighters, and preserve freedom through innovation. Our Mission is to design, develop, and deliver solutions that serve the warfighter, support our partners, and scale to meet the future of national defense. Our Technology Innovation Division develops solutions in advanced aerospace, materials, AI, energy systems, and human health technologies, transforming emerging science into mission-ready capabilities.

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Design West Technologies

Design West Technologies (DWT) is a nontraditional defense contractor founded in 1994, dedicated to providing innovative engineering solutions for warfighters. With nearly 30 years of experience, DWT specializes in weapon systems and CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) detection and protection, operating from a facility in Southern California that is AS9100D/ISO 9001-2015 and ITAR certified.

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Mistral Inc.

Mistral Inc. is a U.S.-based, woman-owned small business providing advanced defense, public safety, and security technology solutions for over 30 years. The company specializes in manufacturing, integrating, and delivering high-readiness systems for military, law enforcement, and government customers, leveraging extensive experience in metal fabrication, assembly, kitting, electronics, and R&D. Solutions address explosive containment, situational awareness, survivability, UAV and counter-UAV operations, and field detection challenges for North American and global clients.

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ADS, Inc.

ADS, Inc. (Atlantic Diving Supply) is a leading value-added logistics and supply chain solutions provider serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations, and the defense industry. Founded in 1997 in Virginia Beach, VA, ADS has grown into a Top 50 Department of Defense Contractor, recognized for its commitment to legendary customer service, broad procurement options, and innovative product and service offerings. The company is deeply rooted in its community, supporting military families, veterans, and first responders through scholarships, corporate giving, and ongoing service. ADS upholds the highest standards of business ethics, compliance, and quality, as demonstrated by its AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 14001:2015 certifications.

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Blue Goat Cyber

Blue Goat Cyber provides cybersecurity solutions specifically for medical devices and digital health products, supporting all phases from design and regulatory submission through postmarket management. The company's services emphasize compliance with FDA, EU, and international standards such as ISO 14971, IEC 81001-5-1, and Section 524B, offering Secure Product Development Frameworks, comprehensive penetration testing, risk management, threat modeling, SBOM management, coordinated vulnerability disclosure, and postmarket monitoring. Blue Goat Cyber aims to ensure manufacturers are not only submission-ready but also equipped for ongoing regulatory and procurement demands from hospitals and global regulators.

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Leidos

Leidos is a leading systems integrator in science, technology, and engineering, dedicated to solving some of the world's toughest challenges. The company emphasizes a commitment to integrity, diversity, and sustainability while delivering innovative solutions across various sectors including defense, healthcare, and energy.

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Concept Plus, LLC

Concept Plus is a certified small business specializing in providing innovative technology solutions and services to the federal government. With a focus on cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and modernizing mission-critical enterprise systems, Concept Plus aims to maximize client results through strategic IT alignment and deep technical expertise.

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Federal Strategies

Federal Strategies is a forward-thinking small business government contractor based in Fredericksburg, Virginia, specializing in delivering innovative, high-value services to the U.S. Department of Defense. The company focuses on program management, operational range support, weapons engineering, software development, and training support, aiming to meet and exceed client demands with integrity and expertise.

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RTI International

RTI International is an independent nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. With a vision to address the world's most critical problems through science-based solutions, RTI integrates expertise across social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development to deliver reliable data, thorough analysis, and innovative methods that inform public policy and practice.

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Design Interactive

Design Interactive is a digital transformation company founded in 1998, dedicated to enhancing and optimizing performance through innovative technology solutions. With a focus on software research, development, and cutting-edge UI/UX design, the company aims to exceed expectations and empower organizations with advanced digital tools.

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Proyección 22

Proyección 22 is a leading think tank that leads a consortium of top researchers focused on Innovation, Research & Development (IRD). The organization is dedicated to advancing high-tech projects and enhancing education in these fields. Their mission is to improve social well-being by developing new knowledge at the intersection of biomedical and engineering areas, thereby generating value for society, partners, and investors. By 2030, Proyección 22 aims to consolidate its position among international peers.

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Digital Infuzion

Digital Infuzion is a CMMI level 3-appraised information technology firm that specializes in innovative computer services, informatics, and enterprise solutions. With a strong focus on healthcare, the company aims to help clients manage, mine, and make sense of data, driving digital transformations across various sectors. The company prides itself on creativity, openness, and growth, fostering a culture that encourages innovative problem-solving and collaboration.

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SOLUTE

SOLUTE is now part of Sigma Defense, focusing on providing services in DevSecOps, Software Engineering, Software Deployment, and Training & Readiness.

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Virginia Polytechnic Institute

Virginia Tech is a leading research institution dedicated to improving the quality of life and the human condition through education, research, and community engagement. With a commitment to its motto, 'Ut Prosim' (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech fosters a collaborative environment that integrates technology into all disciplines, preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers.

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SoarTech

SoarTech is an industry leader in the application of innovative, context-informed AI solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) research and development problems. The company focuses on developing intelligent software that reasons like humans, automating complex tasks, simplifying human-machine interactions, and modeling human behaviors. SoarTech emphasizes a human-centered approach to AI, aiming to enhance human capabilities rather than replace them, and is committed to transparency and explainability in AI systems.

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Index HealthTech

Index HealthTech develops passive, contactless monitoring infrastructure that detects functional decline and physiological drift before adverse health events occur—without wearables, cameras, or subject compliance. The company’s patent-pending Sense™ platform uses mmWave radar and far-field acoustics to continuously measure respiration, mobility, sleep, gait, and behavioral patterns across six domains. These signals are translated into the Healthy Habits Index™ (HHI™), a 0–100 behavioral biomarker that quantifies functional status and change over time. At the system level, Index HealthTech models individual trajectories to identify early-stage decline patterns before they become clinical events or mission-limiting conditions—enabling intervention during the narrow window where outcomes can still be altered. The platform is designed for environments where traditional monitoring fails: uncontrolled living spaces, high-throughput care settings, and operational environments where compliance-dependent tools are impractical. It requires no physical contact, no per-user calibration, and no behavioral change from the monitored individual. Backed by over $5M in NIH and NIA funding, Index HealthTech is advancing a new class of continuous behavioral biomarkers with direct application to warfighter health monitoring, veteran care, traumatic brain injury recovery, PTSD-related behavioral drift, and post-deployment readiness assessment.

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MRIGlobal

MRIGlobal is a renowned Midwest research institute based in Kansas City, dedicated to improving the overall health, safety, and well-being of people everywhere. With over 80 years of experience, MRIGlobal specializes in diagnostics, pharmaceutical sciences, vaccines and therapeutics, global health surveillance, infectious disease, public health, warfighter protection, agriculture, and management and operations. The organization is committed to using science and technology to create solutions for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world.

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Tria Federal

Tria Federal is a premier provider of digital services and technology solutions for the federal government, with a mission to support the health, safety, and operational excellence of veterans, service members, and civilians. Formed through the integration of several legacy companies and the acquisition of Softrams in 2024, Tria delivers end-to-end solutions that modernize, streamline, and transform government systems. The company is recognized for its values-driven culture, commitment to diversity and inclusion, and impactful community engagement. With nearly 1,000 employees across more than 40 states, Tria leverages deep expertise in IT, advisory services, and digital transformation to power possible for its government partners.

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Creare

Creare is a leading innovator in technology and product development, specializing in engineering research and development services. With over 50 years of experience, Creare combines sophisticated analytical methods with creative engineering to solve complex challenges across various sectors, including biomedical systems, cryogenics, fluid dynamics, and advanced manufacturing. The company is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enhance product functionality, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market for its clients. Technology commercialization has been a key part of Creare’s mission since its founding in 1961, leading to significant revenue generation through licensing and spin-offs.

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LMI

LMI is a premier provider of commercial-grade technology and consulting solutions for government agencies, accelerating mission success through innovation, advanced analytics, and digital transformation. With a focus on AI-enabled delivery, rapid platform engineering, and mission operations, LMI leverages low-code/no-code tools, secure modular platforms, and deep federal expertise to solve complex challenges at commercial speed. The company is recognized for its commitment to research, strategic partnerships, and workforce development, empowering government missions ahead of need and ensuring adaptability, efficiency, and future-proof outcomes. LMI's leadership and experts drive impact across defense, intelligence, health, and civilian markets, supported by a culture of innovation and collaboration. LMI's internal R&D studio, LMI Forge, and its team of subject matter experts, further reinforce its position as a leader in mission-focused technology and agile transformation.

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National Strategic Research Institute

The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) is a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) designated by the U.S. Department of Defense, dedicated to ensuring U.S. safety and preparedness against sophisticated threats. It collaborates with the University of Nebraska System to provide innovative research, technology, training, and expertise to improve the U.S. capability to deter, interdict, and respond to strategic threats.

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Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA)

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is a globally recognized scientific research and engineering company dedicated to solving critical national problems to improve safety, security, and quality of life. Founded in 1979, ARA is 100% employee-owned and offers innovative technologies and solutions across various sectors, including national security, infrastructure, health solutions, and energy and environment. The company is committed to delivering mission-critical solutions that exceed expectations and lead to new possibilities.

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Prospect Life Sciences

Prospect Life Sciences is a medical device development and manufacturing partner offering integrated, end-to-end solutions from concept through global market fulfillment. The company provides comprehensive capabilities in research and design, product development, manufacturing transfer, scalable production, and regulatory compliance, leveraging ISO 13485:2016-certified and FDA-registered quality management systems. With facilities in the USA and Costa Rica, the company serves as a strategic partner for both early-stage and established organizations, enabling efficient, compliant, and scalable innovation in the medical device sector.

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Chemring Sensors and Electronic Systems

The company delivers advanced solutions for biological agent detection, instrument integration, and real-time bioaerosol monitoring. Specializing in full lifecycle support, they design, develop, and manufacture detection systems for tactical and industrial applications, including automated threat identification platforms for continuous monitoring across multiple operational environments.

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Brinter Inc

Brinter is a pioneering US-based MedTech firm focused on revolutionizing tissue engineering through the development of 3D bioprinted biocomposite regenerative implants, known as BioMods™, which aim to restore damaged tissue and replace conventional implants, launching in orthopedics/tendons and ligaments. The company driven by a team of visionary entrepreneurs and leading bioscientists and engineers.

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DefenSight Pty Ltd

DefenSight Pty Ltd, based in Australia, provides automated, auditable biological intelligence leveraging advanced imaging analytics. Originating from academic research in high-content imaging and infectious diseases, the company develops AI-enabled analytical platforms for defence, biosecurity, and translational research, supporting rapid, defensible decision-making. Its containerised analytical solutions focus on per-cell feature extraction, quantitative phenotyping, and audit-ready outputs—delivering capabilities for hazard assessment, countermeasure evaluation, and assay qualification in both laboratory-controlled (BSL-2/3) and field settings.

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Tunnell Government Services, Inc.

Tunnell Government Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Tunnell Consulting, Inc., dedicated to providing professional services to government agencies. The company focuses on transforming organizations to achieve sustainable results and fulfill agency missions. With expertise in public health preparedness, biodefense lab support, and scientific project portfolio management, Tunnell Government Services partners with government organizations to address the greatest threats to public health and enhance organizational performance.

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Synovix

Synovix is a technical services provider specializing in solving complex engineering, organizational performance, and data analytics problems for public and private sector clients. The company offers research and development, engineering, cybersecurity, insider threat detection, training, and organizational performance improvement services. Synovix supports major defense, federal, and commercial programs, and holds multiple certifications including ISO 9001:2015 and status as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

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nou Systems

nou Systems is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovative, mission-driven technology. With expertise in systems engineering, modeling and simulation, and real-time open systems development, the company delivers powerful, data-driven insights that enhance system capabilities across various complex defense systems.

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Corscience

Corscience is a German-based medical technology development and manufacturing provider specializing in advanced solutions for defibrillation, patient monitoring, and vital sign acquisition. The company supports OEMs and medtech startups internationally with expertise across R&D, regulatory affairs (including MDR and FDA compliance), quality management, lifecycle management, and technical consulting. Their track record includes the delivery of complex, safety-critical systems and robust integration of electronic, software, and mechanical components in medical devices.

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CFD Research Corporation

CFD Research Corporation specializes in engineering simulations, advanced prototypes, and innovative designs for aerospace, defense, life sciences, materials, energy, and other industries. The company is committed to delivering innovative technologies, services, and products to empower customers for success, transforming the future through innovative technology solutions.

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Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S)

Integrated Solutions for Systems, Inc. (IS4S) is an employee-owned engineering and management company specializing in systems engineering, integration, and advanced R&D for government and commercial clients, with a focus on defense, aerospace, and technology sectors. IS4S provides solutions across the system development lifecycle, including resilient navigation, autonomous robotics, open architecture, digital engineering, advanced manufacturing, and quality management. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certifications, operates nationwide with multiple offices, and supports programs in mission-critical domains such as navigation systems, electromagnetic warfare, and secure communications.

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Reed Integration, Inc.

Reed Integration, Inc. (Reed) is a woman-owned small business delivering analysis, learning, and innovation support to federal and commercial clients. With over two decades of experience, the company implements a unique combination of systems thinking and structured processes to develop solutions for the nation's most complex problems.

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Bulls Run Group

Bulls Run Group is a human-machine systems company specializing in human-centered solutions for high-risk work environments. The company focusses on the integration and implementation of cyber and artificial intelligence technologies, serving sectors such as cyberspace operations, aviation, intelligence analysis, military command and control, maintenance, and logistics. With a foundation in military discipline and engineering rigor, the group offers services across software development, technology consulting, cybersecurity, and operational innovation. Their approach combines cognitive engineering, user experience, system architecture, and rigorous security compliance, supporting clients from concept through secure deployment.

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KeriCure Medical

KeriCure Medical is a woman-owned biotechnology company based in Tampa, FL, dedicated to providing advanced skin and wound care products to military and civilians. Since 2014, the company has provided advanced wound care to consumers, hospitals, military personnel and animals, helping to prevent infections and enhance wound healing. KeriCure's nanopolymer platform technology is optimally positioned for robust wound care that is simple, multi-use and effective.

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Triton Systems, Inc.

Triton Systems is dedicated to developing innovative products that address the most challenging problems faced by customers, particularly in defense, medical, and environmental sectors. With over thirty years of experience in research and development for the U.S. Department of Defense, Triton combines innovative solutions with emerging technologies to create impactful products. The company is also focused on clean energy technologies and has established partnerships to enhance U.S. manufacturing capabilities. Triton is actively engaged in developing neurosymbolic AI, advanced materials for military applications, and biofabrication techniques, positioning itself at the forefront of technological innovation.

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The Geneva Foundation

The Geneva Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit established in 1993, dedicated to advancing military medicine through research, development, and education. With a commitment to ensuring optimal health for service members and the communities they serve, Geneva collaborates with various partners to drive innovative medical research and improve healthcare outcomes.

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Tensentric

Tensentric is a contract design and manufacturing firm focused solely on medical device, in vitro diagnostic, and advanced therapy markets. We're ISO13485 certified and FDA registered to help our clients bring their new technology and products to market.

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Axiom Management Solutions

Axiom Management Solutions is a veteran-owned business offering consulting and service support across all stages of medical device development. Axiom's core philosophy: Early-stage medtech innovators deserve to own their development journey without the burden of heavy overhead or restrictive partnerships. Axiom empowers developers to bring their vision to life with precision, flexibility and expert support. The company specializes in helping innovators navigate regulatory requirements, develop prototypes, establish quality management systems, and take medical devices from concept to commercialization.

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Moonrise Medical

Automated Portable Ultrasound for Rapid Vascular Assessment in Combat Casualty Care: Moonrise Medical Inc.

Moonrise Medical Inc. is developing an automated portable ultrasound system for rapid vascular assessment and real-time blood-flow monitoring in combat casualty care. The project is supported through MTEC Award No. 24-01-MPAI-149.

NIRSense

Rugged Physiological Monitoring for the Modern Warfighter: NIRSense

Under MTEC-21-10-NavyMultiTopic, NIRSense is advancing its tactical jet physiological monitoring technology for broader Navy applications. The project focuses on ruggedized, wireless physiological sensors that can provide reliable, real-time insight into warfighter health and performance in demanding operational environments.

Safi Biotherapeutics

Next-Generation Manufactured Red Blood Cells for Extended Battlefield Blood Supply: Safi Biotherapeutics

Safi Biotherapeutics is developing manufactured red blood cells (mRBCs) with extended shelf life to improve battlefield transfusion readiness and emergency trauma care.

Non-Invasive Glymphatic (GF) Monitoring and Recovery Optimization for Warfighter Cognitive Readiness

Applied Cognition is developing non-invasive glymphatic monitoring and recovery technologies to enhance warfighter cognitive readiness, resilience, and sleep recovery.

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