South Carolina Research Authority, a public, nonprofit corporation that works to fuel the state’s innovation economy, announced Jan. 7 it awarded $50,000 in grants to Brokerbase LLC of Greenville and NovaVia Spine & Biologics LLC of Clemson University.
Brokerbase received a $25,000 project development fund grant. The information technology startup uses its technology to work to empower boutique real estate brokers to manage leads, market listings, and close deals efficiently.
NovaVia Spine & Biologics received a $25,000 academic startup grant. The Clemson University-based life science startup’s technology solution, the NovaVia Annular Repair System, is a medical device designed to repair a herniated intervertebral disc. The system is intended to serve as a mechanical barrier to cover the annulus fibrosus defect, prevent immediate re-herniation of tissue, and promote healing while the patient recovers.
SCRA also awarded a $25,000 project development fund grant to Rapid Title Corp. of Goose Creek and a $50,000 acceleration grant to Zitles LLC of Mount Pleasant.
SCRA welcomed myMechanic Inc. of Inman as a member company.
MyMechanic Inc. developed an application that links logistic fleet companies with service providers. The platform works to streamline roadside assistance for broken-down trucks by connecting the drivers with local mechanics, towing services, parts suppliers and repair shops.
SCRA also welcomed The After Cancer Corp. of Charleston and Volare Boats LLC of Johns Island as member companies.
As SCRA member companies, the businesses will receive coaching, access to experts, grant eligibility and consideration for an investment from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch.
For more information, visit scra.org.
