Proof of Usefulness Report

Vitality Robotics, Inc.

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+38
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Vitality Robotics is a verifiable early-stage startup (NC IDEA grant recipient) addressing a significant problem in preclinical research reproducibility through robotics and AI. However, the project submission contains critical inaccuracies and red flags: claims of reaching 'everyone' and that 'most people have used my product' are objectively false for a niche B2B biotech firm. While the underlying technology and market timing are promising, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence and the low-quality, erroneous data provided in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+20.0
Audience Reach Impact+1.0
Technical Innovation+5.25
Evidence Of Traction+2.5
Market Timing Relevance+8.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+37
Usefulness Multiplierx1.02
Final Score+38

Project Details

Description
Vitality is expediting biomedical breakthroughs using precision robotics & artificial intelligence. We help scientific companies design machine learning software to automate data analysis, and integrate with ELN/LIMs systems. Our patented benchtop robotics hardware also helps companies automate in vivo research techniques. Email us at info@vitalityrobotics.com to learn more.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline