2024 NERVE funding recipients
Ontario Brain Institute is proud to announce $700,000 funding in support of neurotechnology innovation through its Neurotech Entrepreneurship to Validate Emerging Innovations (NERVE) program. Seven trailblazing entrepreneurs from across the country have each secured $100,000 in non-dilutive funding and will accelerate the development of their neurotech ventures by participating in a 12-month program that offers mentorship, business support, and expert training.
Kevin Betts, Proteus Neurodynamics (Port Coquitlam, BC), designing tunable EEG earbuds to improve language comprehension and development in children with autism.
Asem Bala, Taylored Biotherapeutics (Calgary, AB), developing microbial-based therapeutics for mental health conditions.
Nicholas Calvert, Yellowbird Diagnostics (Ottawa, ON), developing a PET radiotracer that improves the identification of cardio and neuroinflammatory diseases, allowing for earlier detection and improved treatment outcomes.
Dion Kelly, Possibility Neurotechnologies (Calgary, AB), creating an accessible brain-controlled technology that empowers neurodiverse children to interact with the world using their thoughts.
Lora Appel, CaregiVR (Toronto, ON), changing senior living by improving quality of life and reducing burden on professional caregivers through personalized virtual reality therapy.
Kamyar Rouindej, Hummingbird (Kitchener, ON), designing assistive technology that allows individuals with disabilities to communicate and interact with others through the control of digital devices using vocal cord vibrations.
David Singh, Kelello Health (Toronto, ON), creating a measurement-based care platform to transform the delivery of mental health care.