MicroAssist Inc., a local company that provides software and IT training, as well as specific application development, launched a new e-learning course at DEMO on Tuesday called EthicsEd. The web-based program hopes to curb sexual misconduct in schools by teaching school employees how to identify, avoid and report inappropriate behavior and sexual abuses.

It’s the time of the season to launch companies. Between the TechCrunch50 and DEMOfall, over 100 companies are launching themselves, or products this month. Here’s a rundown of companies of interest, and we’ll have more details as they launch. 80legs – Some friends from Houston are doing some interesting things with grids. EthicsEd – MicroAssist is launching a great e-learning product. Piryx – Some key execs have moved to the valley, but we’ll still claim [...]