Wave Lumina Inc.
About Wave Lumina Inc.
Wave Lumina Inc. is a Traverse City-area startup founded by Vernon LaLone that is developing a portable field sensor technology for rapid detection of ultra-low levels of PFAS and other contaminants in environmental water samples. Established approximately two years ago and based in Williamsburg, MI, the company focuses on enabling on-site assessments for environmental professionals, engineering firms, and government response teams. It has received non-dilutive support including a $305,000 NSF SBIR grant, second place in the AquaHacking Challenge with $10,000 in seed money, and a $2,500 RISE Award for IP strategy.
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Key highlights
- Developed portable PFAS sensor for on-site ultra-low level contaminant detection.
- Awarded $305,000 NSF SBIR grant in June for technology R&D.
- Won second place in AquaHacking Challenge securing $10,000 seed funding.
- Received 2024 RISE Award for patent strategy support.
- Participates in Traverse City startup ecosystem including 20Fathoms and NMC programs.
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