In this podcast, Eric Shnell, the founder of Craitor, developer of a ruggedized 3D printer for military use, discusses how he founded and funded his company while a student at UC San Diego and how the innovative UC San Diego Accelerator Program known as "The Basement" helped Craitor build its team, develop and build its prototype, and raise initial grant monies.

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