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Finalists of the Global Entrepreneurship Challenge Semifinals

iWaste – Shuai Luo, Katherine Olson, Mohan Qin, and Hayden (Hei Tsun) Tse The integrated microbial electrolysis cell and forward osmosis (MEC-FO) system can achieve the recovery of valuable resources while treating livestock wastewater. During the treatment process this system can simultaneously recover fresh water, electricity, and ammonia for industrial and agricultural applications. Park and Diamond, Inc. – Jordan Klein and David Hall Our mission is simple: to disrupt the cycling industry with revolutionary products to protect both avid cyclists and commuters. Biological Systems and Solids – Jacob Cantor  Biological Systems and Solids is a sewage waste to biofuel producer that helps cement kilns save money on fuel, concrete mixers save money on transporting ash, and municipal wastewater systems save money on disposal. Glide Robotics –Yuan Lin, Dalton Hare, David Jensen,Atul Kumar, Jason Lin, and Jonah Orevillo Glide Robotics is a community of roboticists and entrepreneurs at Virginia Tech who are committed to developing an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle platform for education.

Yard Mapper – David Evans and Patrick Acker Yard Mapper tracks trailers and shipping containers at distribution centers significantly reducing the time required to locate trailers while also reducing related penalty fees. The system does not require any extensive infrastructure (includingWi-Fi) and can be installed in a matter of hours. Leva – Martin Trapero, Marco Perez-MacCollum, and Guillermo Semidey Leva is designing a wristband device tailored to help individuals learn and improve new skills through haptic passive feedback. Our product combines neuroscience and wearable technology to provide a new way of learning. Haven – EmilyWills, Kirby Emerson, Ruby Kang, Sean Palmer, Chris Dare, Dennis Ahn, and Ashlyn Jenkins We are Haven.  Our goal is to provide peace of mind through wearable technology and a distinct understanding of our market combined with human nature.  Haven is inconspicuous and fashion-forward, while providing a faster connection to responders.

Our excellent downtown location allows our guests to enjoy dining, music, theater and shopping... all a short stroll away Park your car at Main Street Inn and walk to Virginia Tech and Athletic Facilites. Our amenities include: Free WiFi internet Flat Screen Cable TV Wet Bar Refrigerator Microwave Coffee Maker In-Room Safe Hair Dryer Oversized Showers Iron & Ironing Board

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