Makani Science, Inc.
Makani Science, Inc. is dedicated to transforming respiratory care by making respiratory monitoring more accessible, accurate, and comfortable. Originating from over a decade of research at the University of California, Irvine, the company was founded to address the critical need for reliable breathing monitoring in clinical and home settings. Their mission is to improve patient health by providing healthcare professionals and patients with better data, enabling earlier detection of respiratory issues, and enhancing quality of life through advanced biofeedback and wellness applications.
Industries
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Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Makani Science, Inc.
5270 California Avenue, Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92617
Makani Science, Inc. is currently seeking investment
Makani Science, Inc. is seeking a seed investment in the range of 1m-5m
Products
Wearable respiratory monitoring system (patch sensor + mobile platform)
A bandage‑sized, stretchable strain sensor patch combined with embedded electronics and a mobile application to provide continuous respiratory rate and volume monitoring and alerts.
Wearable respiratory monitoring system (patch sensor + mobile platform)
A bandage‑sized, stretchable strain sensor patch combined with embedded electronics and a mobile application to provide continuous respiratory rate and volume monitoring and alerts.
Expertise Areas
- Respiratory monitoring and device development
- Wearable/stretchable sensor research
- Flexible thin‑film materials and adhesion chemistry
- Embedded systems and Bluetooth telemetry
Key Technologies
- Piezoresistive wrinkled metal thin‑film strain sensors
- Magnetron sputter deposition
- Shrink‑film microfabrication and thermal miniaturization
- Silicone elastomer skin‑mount substrates
Key People
News & Updates
Received FDA clearance for their respiratory monitoring system, validating its safety and effectiveness.
Awarded an NIH grant to support research on Apnea of Prematurity.
Selected for the FDA-funded accelerator supporting pediatric device innovation.
Named one of the Top Med Startups in 2022 by Medtech Outlook.
Feature article on Makani Science's continuous respiration monitoring technology.
Article highlighting Makani Science's innovative respiratory monitoring device.
Received FDA clearance for their respiratory monitoring system, validating its safety and effectiveness.
Awarded an NIH grant to support research on Apnea of Prematurity.
Selected for the FDA-funded accelerator supporting pediatric device innovation.
Named one of the Top Med Startups in 2022 by Medtech Outlook.
Feature article on Makani Science's continuous respiration monitoring technology.
Article highlighting Makani Science's innovative respiratory monitoring device.