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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.

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Founded 2009
Industrial Automation

Foundation Instruments

Provides tools to help monitor water quality parameters and disinfection byproducts.


Foundation Instruments

Founded 2016
Medical Devices / BioTech

SweetBio

A medical device company bioengineering honey into wound care products.


SweetBio

Founded 2017
Managed Services

UMRF Ventures, Inc.

A managed service and contact center provider employing University students.


UMRF Ventures, Inc.

Founded 2020
AgTech / BioTech

Nutt Bio

Developed a single injection sterilant that prevents Boar Taint and replaces surgical castration in male pigs.


Nutt Bio

 

Founded 2020
MedTech / Healthcare

Nuvelus

Developing technology to combat dermatological effects of inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune disorders.


Nuvelus

Founded 2020
Medical Devices

MakeScope

Developed a portable super-resolution microscope for medical diagnostics.


MakeScope

Founded 2021
MedTech / Healthcare

Popcheck Technologies

Detects abnormal biomarker patterns predicting venous clot formation and prevents clots using muscle stimulation.


PopCheck Technologies

Founded 2022
Biometrics

CuesHub

Uses wearable biometric data to monitor mental readiness and recommend improvements.


CuesHub

 

Founded 2024
Medtech / BioTech

Naturefound Bio

Developed ChitoSeal, a resorbable Guided Bone Regeneration membrane from natural polymers.


Naturefound Bio

Founded 2024
Healthcare

Hurt-2-Healing

Provides tools to help patients and caregivers cope after traumatic injury.


Hurt-2-Healing

Founded 2024
MedTech

Pharma Health Stream

Developing a digital platform to streamline processing and pharmacy operations in rural areas.


Pharma Health Stream Solutions

Founded 2025
Energy / Smart City

Izalco Tech

Provides automated earthquake monitoring, delivering real-time alerts for seismic response.


University of Memphis Spinout

 

Founded 2025
Healthcare / MedTech

ChromatoCare Innovations

Provides real-time colorimetric detection of bladder infections for early intervention.


ChromatoCare Innovation

Founded 2025
Industrial / MedTech

P3ARL

Patented ultrasonic aerosol system for dry powder drug delivery and industrial applications.


University of Memphis Spinout

Founded 2025
AgTech

UpCycle Farma

Develops natural animal health products that aid healing and combat antimicrobial resistance.


UpCycle Farma

Founded 2025
Pharma / HealthTech

Mighty Zebras Bio

Developing targeted therapies for HSD/hEDS, transforming patient care and treatment options.


Mighty Zebras Bio