StimScience

About StimScience

StimScience develops Somnee, a clinical-grade headband that utilizes proprietary EEG+ technology and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to enhance sleep quality. By personalizing neurostimulation based on individual brain patterns, Somnee helps users fall asleep 50% faster and improves overall sleep efficiency, outperforming traditional sleep aids like melatonin and Ambien.

```xml <problem> Many individuals struggle with poor sleep quality, leading to daytime fatigue, reduced cognitive function, and long-term health risks. Traditional sleep aids often come with unwanted side effects or limited effectiveness, while behavioral therapies require significant time and effort. </problem> <solution> StimScience's Somnee is a clinical-grade sleep headband that uses EEG+ technology and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to improve sleep. The headband maps an individual's brainwaves over several sessions to create a personalized model of their unique sleep patterns. Using proprietary AI algorithms, Somnee then delivers gentle neurostimulation to promote faster sleep onset, reduce nighttime awakenings, and enhance overall sleep quality. A 15-minute pre-sleep session is all that is needed to improve the user's sleep patterns, without the need for overnight use or medication. </solution> <features> - EEG+ sensors for advanced brainwave mapping and personalized sleep pattern analysis - Transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to gently modulate brain activity and promote sleep - Proprietary AI algorithms that personalize neurostimulation based on individual brainwave patterns - Mobile app that controls the headband and tracks sleep readiness scores - Sleep journal feature, powered by Dr. Matt Walker's methodologies, to track goals related to anxiety, health, and recovery - Audio meditation feature with curated soundscapes to enhance neurostimulation - 45-day risk-free trial with a "Sleep Well Guarantee" </features> <target_audience> The primary target audience includes individuals seeking a safe, effective, and drug-free solution to improve their sleep quality, as well as clinicians looking for innovative tools to help their patients with sleep disorders. </target_audience> <revenue_model> Somnee uses a subscription-based model, charging $429 annually, which includes personalized daily stimulation, free electrode replenishment, and free shipping within the U.S. </revenue_model> ```

What does StimScience do?

StimScience develops Somnee, a clinical-grade headband that utilizes proprietary EEG+ technology and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to enhance sleep quality. By personalizing neurostimulation based on individual brain patterns, Somnee helps users fall asleep 50% faster and improves overall sleep efficiency, outperforming traditional sleep aids like melatonin and Ambien.

Where is StimScience located?

StimScience is based in Berkeley, United States.

When was StimScience founded?

StimScience was founded in 2017.

How much funding has StimScience raised?

StimScience has raised $6.0M.

Who founded StimScience?

StimScience was founded by Aaron Bromberg and Ram Gurumoorthy.

  • Aaron Bromberg - Founder
  • Ram Gurumoorthy - Co-Founder
Location
Berkeley, United States
Founded
2017
Funding
$6.0M
Employees
15 employees
Investors
Khosla Ventures

StimScience

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Executive Summary

StimScience develops Somnee, a clinical-grade headband that utilizes proprietary EEG+ technology and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to enhance sleep quality. By personalizing neurostimulation based on individual brain patterns, Somnee helps users fall asleep 50% faster and improves overall sleep efficiency, outperforming traditional sleep aids like melatonin and Ambien.

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Founded 2017Berkeley, United States

Funding

No specific funding rounds found.

Total Funding

$6.0M

Backed by

Khosla Ventures

Team (15+)

Aaron Bromberg

Founder

Ram Gurumoorthy

Co-Founder

Matthew Walker

Chief Science Advisor

Company Description

Problem

Many individuals struggle with poor sleep quality, leading to daytime fatigue, reduced cognitive function, and long-term health risks. Traditional sleep aids often come with unwanted side effects or limited effectiveness, while behavioral therapies require significant time and effort.

Solution

StimScience's Somnee is a clinical-grade sleep headband that uses EEG+ technology and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to improve sleep. The headband maps an individual's brainwaves over several sessions to create a personalized model of their unique sleep patterns. Using proprietary AI algorithms, Somnee then delivers gentle neurostimulation to promote faster sleep onset, reduce nighttime awakenings, and enhance overall sleep quality. A 15-minute pre-sleep session is all that is needed to improve the user's sleep patterns, without the need for overnight use or medication.

Features

EEG+ sensors for advanced brainwave mapping and personalized sleep pattern analysis

Transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to gently modulate brain activity and promote sleep

Proprietary AI algorithms that personalize neurostimulation based on individual brainwave patterns

Mobile app that controls the headband and tracks sleep readiness scores

Sleep journal feature, powered by Dr. Matt Walker's methodologies, to track goals related to anxiety, health, and recovery

Audio meditation feature with curated soundscapes to enhance neurostimulation

45-day risk-free trial with a "Sleep Well Guarantee"

Target Audience

The primary target audience includes individuals seeking a safe, effective, and drug-free solution to improve their sleep quality, as well as clinicians looking for innovative tools to help their patients with sleep disorders.

Revenue Model

Somnee uses a subscription-based model, charging $429 annually, which includes personalized daily stimulation, free electrode replenishment, and free shipping within the U.S.

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