Navigating by the Stars: A Brighter Future for Hometown Scientists

In the heart of the Inland Empire, a region often overshadowed by the tech hubs of Silicon Valley, a groundbreaking startup is redefining the way we navigate and think about critical infrastructure. StarNav, a company founded by Dr. Joshua Morales, is harnessing the power of terrestrial and low-Earth orbit satellite signals to provide reliable positioning and timing information, even when GPS fails. This innovative technology is not only enhancing the reliability and accuracy of navigation but also contributing to national security and resilience.

StarNav's products convert terrestrial and low-Earth orbit satellite signals into reliable positioning and timing information, working even when GPS fails. This integration with existing GPS systems ensures that even if GPS signals are jammed or unavailable, navigation and timing information can still be provided, enhancing the overall reliability and accuracy of navigation. This is particularly important for critical U.S. infrastructure, such as time keeping, currency, communication, navigation, and energy, where having a secondary way to keep the country synchronized is an imperative.

The potential applications of StarNav technology in critical U.S. infrastructure are vast. From maintaining accurate timekeeping and currency systems to enhancing communication networks and improving navigation systems for various modes of transportation, StarNav's products can help ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, even when GPS signals are unavailable. This not only contributes to national security and resilience but also supports the growth and success of early-stage tech startups in the Inland Empire region.



The collaboration between StarNav and UCR's Entrepreneurship Center (EPIC) has been instrumental in supporting the growth and success of early-stage tech startups in the Inland Empire region. This partnership has provided StarNav with valuable resources, training, and mentorship, enabling the company to thrive in its early stages. U.S. Bank has provided corporate contributions totaling $95,000 in support of UCR's Zero-to-Entrepreneur program, which is part of the SoCal OASIS™ regional economic development strategy focused on sustainability, innovation, social inclusion, and workforce development in Inland Southern California.

The Entrepreneurship Center has facilitated networking opportunities and partnerships for StarNav, connecting the company with other entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. These connections have helped StarNav gain insights, resources, and potential collaborations to drive its growth. Additionally, the Entrepreneurship Center has helped retain local talent in the Inland Empire region, encouraging brilliant scientific minds who graduate from local universities to stay in the area, creating a profitable career hub and reducing the intellectual exodus to other regions like Silicon Valley.

In conclusion, StarNav technology is revolutionizing the way we navigate and think about critical U.S. infrastructure. By providing a reliable alternative to GPS, StarNav is enhancing the reliability and accuracy of navigation and contributing to national security and resilience. The collaboration between StarNav and UCR's Entrepreneurship Center has been instrumental in supporting the growth and success of early-stage tech startups in the Inland Empire region. This partnership has provided StarNav with valuable resources, training, and mentorship, enabling the company to thrive in its early stages. Together, StarNav and UCR's Entrepreneurship Center are paving the way for a brighter future for hometown scientists and the Inland Empire region.