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Startup Directory
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Foundation models from first principles -
AI-native service companies -
Mental healthcare -
Faster processing in data centers -
LLM evaluation platform -
Modern software for local government -
Fast Diffusion LLMs -
AI network optimization -
Data center boost for AI workflows -
Quality assurance for AI and ML -
Electronic health records integration -
AI training and scaling -
IoT for tracking assets -
Website for business growth -
AI knowledge domain expertise for financial services -
Healthcare data platform -
Photonics for semiconductor manufacturing -
Early stage startup sourcing -
AI for fashion design -
Commercial service contractors project management -
Livestream shopping platform -
Global mobile connectivity through satellites -
Workforce onboarding -
Real estate capital platform -
Extract documents into spreadsheets -
Engage patients and health providers -
Pharma digital biomarker -
Restoring healthcare affordability -
FPGAs for AI applications -
Automate cash flow for businesses -
Data streaming platform -
Database SQL query cache -
Collaboration software for work -
Faster computer processor -
Digital identity platform -
Software platform for new hires -
Billing and dispatch software for field services -
School bus platform -
Government procurement processes -
AI that adapts to real world -
Mental health tech for under-resourced communities -
Satellite analytics -
Software data conversion -
HR total rewards software -
Prevent online violence and abuse -
Revenue management for restaurants -
LIDAR on a chip for machine vision -
Software code documentation -
Payroll platform purpose-built for contingent work -
Coding agents for data -
Social live-streaming app -
Synthtic data for AI training -
Cybersecurity for web apps -
Harness ROI from structured and unstructured data -
Food inspection AI -
AI-native marketing platform -
Gallium nitride on diamond wafers -
Platform for AI testing and evaluation -
Data cloud efficiency -
Automated production workflows -
Fan enagement platform -
AI performance reviews for employees -
Derisk AI models from unreliable outputs -
Photonics to accelerate AI compute -
Product recommendation engine -
AI for professional sports teams -
Help factories create and manage a flexible workforce -
Datasets to train AI models -
Data management and governance -
Digital avatars for creators -
AI lab for general intelligence -
Digital identity and data -
Developer tools for modern backend engineers -
Employee risk management -
AI for DevOps team productivity -
Residential home monitor -
Digital ticketing for live events -
Particle analysis of suspended solutions -
AI synthetic customers for marketing -
Weather and climate prediction -
Residential home move software -
Modeling and simulation software built for the cloud -
New age asset stewardship technology -
Background task orchestration and visibility platform -
AI-native CRM -
Help energy developers with their distributed energy resources -
Cybersecurity risk management -
Software for retail operations -
Web3 fixed-income protocol with a customized ZK-rollup solution -
Healthcare lab reports for patients -
Instant stablecoin deposits and payments -
AI for manufacturing processes -
Improved catheters for traversing arteries -
Healthy investments and happy homes -
Convert sound into data -
Imaging for medical devices -
Hotel marketplace: book & sell the best hotel rooms at the busiest times. -
Acquirer of Korea manufacturing -
AI for automated compliance questionnaires -
Shareholder relationship management platform that helps companies discover & connect with their shareholders. -
Protein engineering with AI -
Shoppable video technology -
High-quality data sets and validation solutions for safer AI -
Ultra-fast DeFi Trading -
Banking for the next generation -
Early cancer detection -
Managed IT for K-12 schools -
Personalized ecommerce on shopify -
Software for investment managers -
Finance and operations software for small businesses -
Software for property owners and tenants -
Student loans for skills training -
High-quality data sets and validation solutions for safer AI -
AI-assisted CX tool built with your knowledge. -
Car automotive data infrasctructure -
AI diligence for commercial real estate -
Employee volunteer platform -
Urban maps in 3d -
Independent, actionable data and insights on the gig economy -
Life sciences data management and analysis -
Personal data privacy online -
Automate market research with AI -
Context for AI agents -
Frictionless 2-factor authentication -
Clothing fabric for sweat and moisture management -
Outsourced customer support -
3D-printed industrial robots -
Automating software testing for every company -
Software procurement platform -
Planning software for infrastructure projects -
Product catalog data -
Employee engagement and organizational analytics platform -
AI for complex business processes -
Testing and code review workflows -
Vacation rental management -
Patient access and revenue cycle AI -
AI for product development workflkow -
Python to machine code compiler -
AI for research and automation -
Emerging technology consulting -
Virtual machine software -
Enterprise software company -
E-Learning platform -
Industrial software for productivity -
AI for game development -
Equitable healthcare language services -
Alt-X YC W26Trading on private markets -
NFT platform -
Data analysis as simple as having a conversation -
Medical therapies access -
Mobile products company -
Connect fitness businesses with customers -
AI for data preparation -
Career programs in tech -
Casual puzzle games -
Platform for creativity
A directory of 156 startups founded by Cornell University alumni, organized by industry, funding stage, and location — each listed with its founders, description, and links. Compiled and updated by Big Red AI.
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