Spinout Company Directory
The University of Memphis proudly supports the translation of academic innovation
into real-world impact through university-affiliated startups. These spinout companies
are founded on licensed intellectual property, proprietary technologies, and research
developed by UofM faculty, researchers, and students. From healthcare and cybersecurity
to logistics, AI, and advanced manufacturing, these ventures reflect the strength
and diversity of our research enterprise.
Below is a curated list of spinouts that have emerged from the University of Memphis
ecosystem—companies that are actively operating, scaling, or have successfully exited.
Each exemplifies the potential of university research to drive economic development,
create high-quality jobs, and solve pressing societal challenges. We continually update
this list to highlight the entrepreneurial achievements of our academic community
and partners.
Interested in partnering, investing, or learning more about our startup ecosystem?

Founded 2009
Industrial Automation
Foundation Instruments
Provides tools to help monitor water quality parameters and disinfection byproducts.
Founded 2016
Medical Devices / BioTech
SweetBio
A medical device company bioengineering honey into wound care products.
Founded 2017
Managed Services
UMRF Ventures, Inc.
A managed service and contact center provider employing University students.
Founded 2020
AgTech / BioTech
Nutt Bio
Developed a single injection sterilant that prevents Boar Taint and replaces surgical castration in male pigs.
Founded 2020
MedTech / Healthcare
Nuvelus
Developing technology to combat dermatological effects of inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune disorders.
Founded 2020
Medical Devices
MakeScope
Developed a portable super-resolution microscope for medical diagnostics.
Founded 2021
MedTech / Healthcare
Popcheck Technologies
Detects abnormal biomarker patterns predicting venous clot formation and prevents clots using muscle stimulation.
Founded 2022
Biometrics
CuesHub
Uses wearable biometric data to monitor mental readiness and recommend improvements.
Founded 2024
Medtech / BioTech
Naturefound Bio
Developed ChitoSeal, a resorbable Guided Bone Regeneration membrane from natural polymers.
Founded 2024
Healthcare
Hurt-2-Healing
Provides tools to help patients and caregivers cope after traumatic injury.
Founded 2024
MedTech
Pharma Health Stream
Developing a digital platform to streamline processing and pharmacy operations in rural areas.

Founded 2025
Energy / Smart City
Izalco Tech
Provides automated earthquake monitoring, delivering real-time alerts for seismic response.
Founded 2025
Healthcare / MedTech
ChromatoCare Innovations
Provides real-time colorimetric detection of bladder infections for early intervention.
Founded 2025
Industrial / MedTech
P3ARL
Patented ultrasonic aerosol system for dry powder drug delivery and industrial applications.
Founded 2025
AgTech
UpCycle Farma
Develops natural animal health products that aid healing and combat antimicrobial resistance.
Founded 2025
Pharma / HealthTech
Mighty Zebras Bio
Developing targeted therapies for HSD/hEDS, transforming patient care and treatment options.














