James McDonough

Veridicom International, Inc. provides biometric authentication and identity management solutions. These solutions are built on proprietary and patented hardware products, software solution and algorithms. The company offers the only complete 'out-of-the-box' identity management solution, integrating hardware and core enterprise middleware and application software into one seamless authentication suite. Identity management solutions are used in government, defense, enterprise, industry and matters of Homeland Security. The company was founded on September 9, 1987 and is headquartered in Verona, NJ.

Nanomix, Inc. provides nano technology solutions. It is a nanotechnology company focused on development of next generation Point of Care diagnostic tests to enable earlier and more accurate testing in hospital and pre-hospital settings. The firm's nanoscale electronic sensors have enabled the development of the next generation of Point of Care testing systems that can be used in any setting. The company's mobile diagnostic platform performs multiple in-vitro diagnostic assays simultaneously from a single whole-blood sample. Nanomix was founded by Alexander Zettl and Marvin L. Cohen in September 2000 and is headquartered in Emeryville, CA.

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory engages on research of environmental studies, nanoscience, and quantitative biology, physics and nuclear energy. The lab is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and managed by the University of California. It was founded in 1931 by Ernest Orlando Lawrence and is headquartered in Berkeley, CA.

National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The American Academy of Arts & Sciences is an organization that honors excellence and brings together leaders. The non-profit company is based in Cambridge, MA.

Cognitive Professional Services, Inc. engages in the provision of workforce staffing and support solutions, information technology, and project consulting.. It offers program management, family services management, logistics and deployment, medical support services, accounting services, and IT consulting. The company was founded by Marvin L. Cohen in 1987 and is headquartered in Round Rock, TX.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.