Tucson
Data as of Oct 1, 2026Venture funding by year
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| Year | Venture funding | Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $14.1M | 12 |
| 2020 | $29.2M | 11 |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 11 |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 9 |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 7 |
| 2024 | $28.2M | 11 |
| 2025 | $17.2M | 6 |
| 2026* | $10.0M | 2 |
Industries
- Health126
- Energy46
- Education37
- Semiconductors37
- Fintech34
- Food30
- Enterprise software29
- Real estate26
- Kids22
- Security17
And 19 more industries.
Companies in Tucson
409–432 of 715 companies
Early stage · 1 employees
- MovaMicrowave
Semiconductors
MovaMicrowave LLC is a specialized engineering firm providing end-to-end radio frequency (RF) and microwave hardware development. The company was established by Arrian Movahedi, a senior RF design engineer with approximately seven years of experience delivering solutions within the Aerospace and Defense industry. Movahedi possesses specialized expertise in Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Laterally Diffused Metal Oxide Semiconductor (LDMOS) based high-power amplifier module design, a skill set held by a limited number of engineers in the United States. His background includes designing high-power GaN transmitters and supporting tactical radio production for defense contractors like L3Harris. The firm’s primary business is providing high-quality, first-pass RF and microwave design services for systems operating from DC to 18 GHz, with power outputs from 1 W to 2.5 kW. MovaMicrowave operates on a service-based model where clients define system-level requirements, and the company executes the complete hardware development cycle. This comprehensive service includes system definition, schematic capture, printed circuit board (PCB) layout, 3D electromagnetic simulation, fabrication support, integration, testing, and detailed technical reporting. The business model is structured around milestone-based Statement of Work (SOW) programs, ensuring transparency and de-risking project delivery for customers. In addition to its core design and consulting services, MovaMicrowave has a mission to educate the next generation of engineers. The company provides educational courses and software, positioning itself as a modern hub for RF and microwave engineering knowledge. This dual focus on high-specification project delivery and education is a key aspect of its market position. The company primarily serves clients in sectors requiring advanced RF solutions, such as aerospace, defense, and communications.
Early stage
- MOZAIQ
Enterprise software
Breakout · 51–200 employees
- Mrs. Green's World
Wellness & beauty
Early stage · 2–10 employees
The Tucson-based startup is developing blood-based testing products to monitor neurodegeneration in brain diseases like multiple sclerosis. These tests provide neurologists with critical data for diagnosis, disease monitoring, and assessing therapeutic response. The company's business model is to offer its blood test panel as a service through a CLIA Certified Laboratory. The company's lead product is the MSDx Complex 1, an assay designed to monitor active disease in multiple sclerosis patients by analyzing breakdown products from the blood-brain barrier. This product is intended to monitor a patient's response to therapies rather than for initial diagnosis. MSDx has raised capital through a combination of founder investment, grants, and angel investors. As of late 2015, the founders had invested $600,000, and the company had secured over $430,000 in grants and more than $200,000 from angel investors. In June 2013, the company received a $75,000 grant from The Michael J. Fox Foundation. One report indicates the company is now deadpooled.
Early stage
- MSE Supplies
Semiconductors
MSE Supplies LLC is a prominent U.S.-based supplier specializing in advanced materials, lab equipment, and analytical services tailored for both research and production purposes. Serving over 2000 research labs and innovative companies globally, MSE Supplies offers a comprehensive range of high-quality products, including additive manufacturing metal powders and customized solutions for 3D printing. The company operates in the materials science market, catering to scientists, engineers, and researchers who require reliable and precise materials and equipment for their work. MSE Supplies' business model revolves around providing both standard and custom-made products to meet specific customer requirements, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction through timely support and services. Revenue is generated through the sale of these specialized products and services, positioning the company as a trusted partner in the scientific and industrial communities.
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- Mvav
Transportation
Early stage
- myDoorman
Home & living
Early stage
- MyEIROS
Enterprise software
MyEIROS is developing what it terms a relational-intelligence operating system, designed to foster a harmonious evolution between humans and artificial intelligence. The company's objective is to construct an architecture of trust for AI, moving beyond predictive capabilities to create technology that relates and co-creates understanding with its users.The core of the MyEIROS system is built upon three foundational architectures: Memory, Ethics, and Integrity. This framework underpins what the company calls ethical intelligence. A primary differentiator from traditional AI is its operational model; instead of extracting data, the system engages in a consent-based process of co-creation. Every interaction is designed to be transparent and reversible, managed through a Governance Ledger and a Reflection Loop. This ensures that the technology remembers with consent, processes information with care, and develops responsibly in alignment with the people it serves.The company is positioning its operating system as a foundational layer for various applications where ethical AI is paramount. Potential markets include mental-health support, education, and ethical governance. The system is intended to support applications that think 'with' users, not 'for' them, emphasizing a partnership model between humans and AI.Currently, MyEIROS appears to be in an early stage of development, as it is actively seeking collaborations with advisors and early partners who are aligned with its mission. The business model is not explicitly detailed but seems to be oriented towards a B2B or B2D (Business-to-Developer) approach, providing the foundational infrastructure for other organizations to build ethically-aligned intelligent systems.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
Early stage
- Nanopec
Health
Nanopec specializes in the development of nano porous ceramic slides that significantly enhance fluorescent signals, facilitating early detection of specific biomarkers. The company also focuses on biofluid separation for molecular diagnostics and the preparation of neosomes for drug delivery, ensuring sizes below 100 nm to avoid immune reactions. Additionally, Nanopec accelerates tissue engineering and cell therapies by 30% compared to traditional Petri dish cultures, enabling 3D oxygenation and normal cell morphologies. Operating in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors, Nanopec serves clients ranging from research institutions to pharmaceutical companies. The business model revolves around co-creating customized solutions with select clients rather than engaging in transactional relationships. Revenue is generated through the sale of proprietary nanotechnology products and collaborative partnerships. Nanopec's vision is rooted in the promise of Synthetic Biology to revolutionize healthcare, with a focus on automating DNA synthesis to enhance therapeutics, protect vaccines, and rejuvenate the human body. The company continuously improves its processes and products through modeling and mathematics.
Early stage · 1 employees · $640K raised
- National Center for Interpretation
Education
The National Center for Interpretation (NCI) provides professional development and certification preparation for language interpreters, with a focus on the legal and medical fields. The entity was originally founded in 1979 as a research and outreach unit at the University of Arizona, with a mission to promote intercultural communication and language access for limited-English speakers. A key offering from its early days was the Court Interpreter Training Institute (CITI), launched in 1983. Gatto had been with NCI since 2000 and served as Assistant Director from 2012, where he led the transition to online training in 2017. The new LLC holds an exclusive license to the training materials developed and validated by the university, continuing its legacy. The business model is centered on providing online training, including live webinars, self-study materials, and test preparation for state and federal certifications. NCI primarily serves aspiring and working interpreters, offering continuing education units (CEUs) required for recertification in several states. Its programs cater to interpreters of all languages, though many materials are specifically for Spanish/English. The core offerings include the flagship Court Interpreter Training Institute, various professional development webinars, and self-study materials for court and medical interpreting. The center aims to improve language access in critical sectors like courts and healthcare by elevating the skill level of interpreters. While training provides a certificate of completion, the center emphasizes the distinction between this and official certification, which is obtained by passing examinations.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
Early stage
- Nativeamericanjobs
Jobs & recruitment
Early stage · 1 employees
- NaturalNews
Health
Early stage · 11–50 employees
Nature's Cooling Solutions specializes in smart window fan technology designed to enhance energy efficiency and improve indoor air quality. The company operates in the home cooling market, targeting environmentally conscious homeowners seeking cost-effective and sustainable solutions. Its flagship product, the EcoBreeze 2.2, integrates with existing air conditioning systems to optimize cooling while reducing energy consumption. By constantly monitoring and adapting to indoor and outdoor conditions, the product ensures comfort without compromising on environmental impact. The business model focuses on direct sales to consumers through its website, generating revenue from product sales. Nature's Cooling Solutions addresses the growing demand for eco-friendly home appliances, positioning itself as a key player in the sustainable home cooling sector.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Net Zero Solar
Energy
Early stage · 11–50 employees
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- NewMonics
Enterprise software
NewMonics was a software company that developed and sold tools for real-time Java applications in the embedded systems market. Founded in 1996 by Kelvin Nilsen, the company was based in Tucson, Arizona. Nilsen, who served as the company's president, had a background in research at Iowa State University, where he proposed extensions for "Real-Time Java". The company's core product was the PERC (Portable Executive for Reliable Control) platform, a Java-compliant virtual machine. PERC was designed to provide reliable, real-time control for complex embedded applications, distinguishing itself from other Java implementations with features like accurate real-time garbage collection. This technology catered to industries requiring deterministic precision and sub-millisecond response times, such as telecommunications, industrial automation, automotive, and consumer electronics. NewMonics provided a suite of development solutions including compilers, tools, and libraries for various processors. In addition to its software products, the company offered professional consulting, design, and engineering services to system developers. In October 2003, Aonix, a company specializing in mission-critical network infrastructure, acquired NewMonics' PERC technology, development tools, and employees. Kelvin Nilsen was appointed as the Chief Technology Officer of Aonix following the acquisition.
Early stage
Early stage · 1 employees
- NextGen Engineering Solutions
Enterprise software
NextGen Engineering Solutions (NES) is a specialized consultancy providing systems integration services for the aerospace and defense industries. The firm addresses a primary cause of schedule delays and performance risk in complex engineering programs: integration failures. By operating at the intersection of controls, modeling, and software, NES takes ownership of system alignment across development teams to ensure consistency from the initial design and simulation phases through to implementation and final verification. The company's service model is centered on preventing integration risk before it can impact project timelines, costs, or system performance. This is achieved by translating system requirements into executable system behavior and validating that behavior through integrated simulation. The team is led by a principal-level systems engineer with direct experience managing integration and system behavior for complex aerospace programs. Key service offerings include Program-Level Controls & Software Integration, where the team defines control logic and ensures its correct implementation in software, with a focus on the interfaces where failures typically occur. NES also develops High-Fidelity Modeling & Simulation environments that support control development, analysis, and verification. These dynamic models are structured to remain consistent across the engineering lifecycle, ensuring they accurately reflect real-world system behavior.
Early stage · 1 employees
- Nobel Works
Energy
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $150K raised
- NoChase
Food
NoChase is a consumer-focused company that specializes in creating a unique alcohol mixer designed to neutralize the harsh flavors of alcoholic beverages, making each sip smoother and more enjoyable. The product is targeted at individuals who enjoy social drinking activities such as pregaming, partying, or tailgating. Operating in the beverage market, NoChase offers a simple yet effective solution with a blend of five ingredients that enhance the drinking experience without adding significant calories or cost. The business model revolves around direct-to-consumer sales through their website, where customers can purchase the mixer and benefit from promotional discounts by engaging with the brand on social media or subscribing to their newsletter. NoChase generates revenue by selling its product online, ensuring secure payment processing and offering various shipping options to cater to customer needs.
Early stage
- Norcon Technologies
Semiconductors
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $2.2M raised
Recent venture rounds
| Company | Round | Amount | Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World View Enterprises | Late VC | $10.0M | Mar 2026 | Ondas Holdings |
| Keys | Early VC | Undisclosed | Mar 2026 | Not disclosed |
| Revolute Robotics | Seed | $1.9M | Oct 2025 | ANIMO Ventures, Ascend VC |
| Delta Development Team | Series A | Undisclosed | Aug 2025 | Pasadena Angels, Desert Angels, Central Texas Angel Network +3 more |
| TYB | Series A | $11.0M | Jun 2025 | Coinbase Ventures, Unusual Ventures, Castle Island Ventures +2 more |
| T&R Recovery Group | Growth Equity VC | Undisclosed | Jun 2025 | Cyprium Investment Partners, Genesis Park |
| Branch Therapeutics | Seed | $4.0M | May 2025 | GKCC |
| Sorbiforce | Seed | $270K | Apr 2025 | StartEngine |
| Precision Epigenomics | Series A | $1.5M | Sep 2024 | Shaffer Capital |
| World View Enterprises | Late VC | $25.0M | May 2024 | Breakthrough Victoria |