Articles & Announcements

25 companies were chosen for the next round of the BRIDGE Proposal Lab cohort 

Company aims to advance innovation in agriculture and food systems 

Maryland’s thriving life sciences and tech ecosystem, fueled by collaboration, talent, and strategic support, is emerging as a launchpad for startups and innovation.

The $647,000 total will be divided amongst 13 awardees

$100,000 investment to support acceleration of AI-powered infrastructure management

TEDCO, deputy chief financial officer, one of 53 selected for statewide professional development program

Medical device manufacturer looks to revolutionize wound care with AI-driven nanosensors

Startup creating AI-powered tools for organizing and analyzing business relationship data

The 2026 Expo is set to take place on October 27 in Baltimore City

Pilot program to bring experienced entrepreneurs to budding innovators in Western Maryland 

Nine student-founded startups to receive $50,000 non-dilutive awards and ecosystem support

Maryland’s biotech, cybersecurity, and emerging tech sectors are thriving thanks to a coordinated ecosystem where state support, research institutions, and investors work together to guide startups from early-stage formation to global scale.

The first cohort was made up of 25 companies

Company working to create innovative wearable technology

The final TEDCO Entrepreneur Expo in October 2025 served as a powerful capstone to the year, underscoring the organization’s unique role as a central innovation convener and active investor driving Maryland’s life sciences and medtech momentum.

AI-enabled startup aims to deliver entertainment content through streaming in organizational spaces