Aspero Medical Inc, spun out of Colorado University, develops a balloon endoscopy solution to improve the ability to diagnose and treat small bowel disease. Current technology is challenging and time-consuming and can result in internal damage. The firm's technology, Aspero Medical Pillar Balloon, uses micro-textures to maximize friction which improves the balloon's ability to anchor to the gastrointestinal tract, which increases the success rate and minimizes procedure time.