Octet Scientific, founded in 2017, specializes in developing organic electrolyte chemicals designed to enhance the performance of zinc batteries. The company focuses on addressing the specific needs of the zinc battery industry by providing solutions that improve efficiency and extend the cycle life of these batteries. Its products are designed to be integrated seamlessly into existing electrolytes, thereby improving battery functionality across various applications, including backup power, grid storage, portable devices, and mobility solutions. By offering innovative enhancements to battery performance, Octet Scientific enables its customers to deliver more efficient and cost-effective energy storage products.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Dynamac Microwave provides electronic countermeasures, countermeasures, reaction capability equipment, filters and networks, switches, semiconductor devices, associated hardware, and amplifiers.
Caporus develops advanced thin-film dielectrics designed for high-energy-density capacitors, focusing on reliable capacitive energy storage and filtering at elevated voltages and temperatures. The company's technology addresses the growing demands of next-generation power conversion systems, which are essential for the electrification of transportation and the integration of distributed energy resources into the grid. By providing these innovative solutions, Caporus enables its clients to meet the challenges posed by modern energy requirements.
Developer of chemical detection sensors designed to sample and measure the trace-level concentration of gases in harsh industrial environments. The company's sensors help in calibration-free sensing, have an internal pump, are portable and rugged, and require low power consumption, enabling clients to have laser-based sensing that helps in leak detection and exhaust monitoring.
Future Semiconductor Business specializes in the development of bandgap semiconductors, particularly those used in light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company focuses on two-dimensional material-based layer transfer technology, which facilitates the epitaxial growth of high-quality single-crystalline semiconductors on graphene. This innovative approach allows for the transfer of semiconductors to a host substrate, enhancing the quality and performance of the final product. Additionally, Future Semiconductor Business has developed a gallium nitride (GaN) substrate that enables the infinite reuse of the parent wafer, offering a cost-effective solution for large-area semiconductor production. Their technology aims to meet the increasing demand for efficient and high-quality semiconductor materials in various applications.
Boron Nitride Power develops functionalized 2D materials to simultaneously achieve high energy and power density electrochemical energy storage with thermal stability and an environmentally benign and economic composition. Their cathode materials include functionalized hexagonal boron nitride and graphene and are improved versions of the well-known graphene oxide cathode, especially in terms of thermal stability.
Anello Photonics, based in Silicon Valley, specializes in developing advanced sensors that deliver optical gyroscope performance at an affordable price. Founded by experts in silicon photonics and inertial navigation, the company has created a patented technology known as the Anello SiPhOG gyroscope. This innovative sensor leverages an integrated photonic system-on-chip that utilizes a proprietary waveguide process, which simulates the characteristics of optical fiber within a compact chip. Anello's technology aims to redefine navigation systems with next-generation capabilities, positioning the company as a leader in the mass-market sensor industry. The company has garnered support from prominent venture capital firms to propel its growth and technological advancements.
Synvivia makes ON-OFF switches for genetically engineered organisms. These protein switches are controlled by small molecules. By installing these switches into an organism, Synvivia creates engineered organisms that can be controlled with small molecules.
HeXalayer (based in Louisville, KY) has developed a new generation of high-capacity lithium-ion battery technology using a patent-pending innovative carbon material called IML Graphene. The nanomaterials-based technology significantly improves the capacity of rechargeable batteries.
Manufacturer of aluminium nitride-based power amplifiers intended for next-generation communication performances in defence and telecommunications applications. The company offers aluminum and nitride-based power transistors with the ability to produce MW-frequency signals which also translates to an increase in the distance a wireless signal can travel, enabling clients to allow power operation at lower temperatures.
Supranational develops hardware and software solutions for verifiable and secure computing. The company was founded in 2019 with the goal of developing products at the intersection of cryptography and computer architecture.
NanoPattern Technologies is developing a photopatternable quantum dot formulation to enable the next generation of displays. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Chibitronics specializes in the creation of circuit stickers that integrate electronics with art and craft. Founded by Jie Qi, along with collaborators Andrew Huang and Patricia Ng, the company emerged from Qi's PhD research at the MIT Media Lab. Chibitronics offers toolkits that allow users to build circuits and programs using peel-and-stick electronics, including conductive circuit stickers, coin cell batteries, and adhesive copper tape. This innovative approach enables artists, crafters, and students to explore their creativity while experiencing the functionality of lights and circuitry. By combining technology and artistic expression, Chibitronics aims to empower individuals to become creators in the field of expressive electronics.
Quintessent Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in the commercialization of quantum dot-based lasers and photonic integrated circuits. The company focuses on developing optical connectivity technology that enhances large-scale computing systems. By utilizing advanced semiconductor materials and innovative laser architectures, Quintessent's solutions facilitate the scaling of high-bandwidth communication channels within optical networks. This technology supports applications in optical networking, deep learning systems, and sensing, positioning Quintessent at the forefront of advancements in these critical areas.
Serinus Labs is a manufacturer of chip-scale silicon gas sensors for ultra-low power mobile applications.
Battery Streak specializes in advanced battery technology that significantly reduces charging times for electronic devices. By utilizing nanostructured materials, the company has developed batteries that can charge in under 10 minutes and discharge high power while maintaining a longer lifespan compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of lithium-ion-powered devices but also minimizes heat generation during charging, contributing to improved safety and performance. As a result, Battery Streak's technology enables users to experience reduced downtime and increased productivity in their daily activities.
Andluca Technologies develops smart glass products that are powered by UV light and solar energy to help buildings and homes save energy. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with operations in New York and California.
Lumina Instruments specializes in the development of laser optical scanning equipment tailored for the expanding glass market in high-tech industries. Founded in 2019 and based in San Jose, California, the company focuses on enhancing production efficiency through its advanced technology. Their equipment offers thin-film defect detection capabilities, allowing businesses to effectively map and classify a variety of substrates, including transparent, translucent, and opaque materials of diverse shapes. This innovation supports improved yield and management in manufacturing processes, catering to the needs of modern high-tech applications.
Sequitur Health develops a blood biomarker monitoring device with the aim of saving, extending, and improving people's lives. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Developer of power supplies and conversion products intended to create circuit topologies that allow for extremely small and power-dense high-voltage sources. The company creates circuit topologies to save cost and improve efficiency and offers systems capable of generating plasma in an open atmosphere and various gas mixtures in partial and hard vacuum, enabling the semiconductor, aerospace, telecommunications, and medical industries to access compact power supplies for competing power supplies for existing applications.
Developer of quantum tunneling electronics designed to solve problems related to flat panel displays, sensors, and IoT. The company's technology utilizes amorphous metal electrodes to have uniform electric field control and eliminates semiconductors, relaxed design rules, and fundamentally faster conduction, enabling industries to ease the manufacturing process while improving switching speed.
QDIR is a nanomaterials company focused on the development of infrared detectors and imaging arrays for various applications, including industrial and defense sectors. By employing proprietary nanomaterial technology, QDIR aims to deliver high sensitivity and low noise in its products, resulting in enhanced imaging performance compared to conventional infrared detectors. The company's offerings cater to a diverse clientele, encompassing commercial, medical, industrial, and military customers.
AeroShield manufactures a super-insulating, nanoporous form of glass for energy efficient windows. The AeroShield material can be placed between two panes of glass, similar to a traditional double-pane, to create a product that is 50% more insulating than traditional windows, but with a payback period up to 5 times faster than windows of similar performance.
Syzygy Plasmonics is a developer of a photocatalytic reactor designed for fuel cell vehicles and small-scale industrial applications.The company's reactor is powered by light and operates at over 1,000°F lower temperature than conventional chemical reactor technology that helps in reducing maintenance costs and is able to start or stop production near instantaneously, enabling fuel cell vehicle companies to produce ultra-low-cost hydrogen gas on-site at customer locations.
Sears Scientific specializes in developing innovative scientific equipment designed to enhance the usability and accessibility of tools used in research. By streamlining processes in fields such as microscopy and vacuum sciences, the company enables researchers to concentrate more on scientific discovery rather than the complexities of their instrumentation. Through its focus on improving the ease-of-use of scientific technologies, Sears Scientific aims to facilitate advancements in research and support the scientific community.
DeepSim develops electronic design automation technology to help chip designers speed up design and verification. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
Phosio serves the tech hardware industry with nano-imprintable high index optical materials for use in components such as Augmented Reality, OLED, micro-LED and more. Materials are only as good as they are manufacturable. We make transparent high refractive index, 1.6 < n < 2.4, solutions viable for mass production.
SilarTek develops solar silicon technology with the aim of producing solar panels more accessible to a wider audience. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Leominster, Massachusetts.
Nonlinear Materials Corp. is a developer of next-generation nano-scale photonics. Nonlinear Materials Corporation (NLM) has exclusively licensed proprietary materials and methods developed by University of Washington researchers to deliver “fiber-optic networks on a chip.”
Coreshell Technologies is accelerating the world’s transition to electric transportation and renewable energy by solving the key degradation issue in rechargeable batteries. Our breakthrough nanolayer thin-film coating technology protects batteries from degrading chemical reactions and is uniquely capable of seamlessly fitting into existing manufacturing while producing the step change needed in the capacity, safety, and cost of batteries.
SolMem is a Houston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in innovative water distillation technology designed for the desalination and purification of various water sources. Utilizing a nanotechnology-enabled photothermal membrane, SolMem's technology efficiently harnesses solar energy to convert sunlight into heat. This process is facilitated by a specialized nanocomposite coating that optimally absorbs sunlight, allowing the membrane surface to effectively treat a diverse array of unconventional water sources. Through its advancements, SolMem aims to provide sustainable water treatment solutions for communities and industries facing water scarcity challenges.
Silicon Assurance is a technology company founded in 2021 and based in Gainesville, Florida, specializing in hardware security software aimed at enhancing the trust and security of silicon chips. The company develops automated tools that expedite the security assessment of chip designs, effectively preventing data leakage and safeguarding revenue for businesses. Silicon Assurance's technologies focus on mitigating risks associated with reverse engineering and identifying both intentional and unintentional design flaws in semiconductor intellectual property (IP) cores. By providing security services tailored for the electronics supply chain, which includes components like system-on-chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards (PCBs), the company addresses critical vulnerabilities in smart-connected devices, such as self-driving cars and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Vapor Cell Technologies, founded in 2020 and based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in the development of ultra-compact vapor cells that achieve sub-nanometer precision in distance measurement. These innovative vapor cells convert lasers into wavelength standards, facilitating accurate measurements of length and optical frequency. By providing advanced sensing capabilities, the company supports various industries and laboratories in their efforts to advance atomic technology and enhance precision in scientific research and applications.
BlueDot Photonics, Inc., based in Kirkland, Washington, specializes in the design, development, and production of solar panels and photonic devices. Founded in 2019, the company aims to significantly advance solar power deployment by reducing the cost of silicon solar panels by 10% while improving their efficiency by 16%. Additionally, BlueDot Photonics is focused on innovative manufacturing techniques to create flexible, lightweight solar modules with efficiencies exceeding 25%. By utilizing new semiconductor materials, the company enhances the performance and durability of solar panels, enabling customers to access affordable alternative energy solutions.
Discrete Lattice Industries develops programmable and cellular materials to reduce the need for fixed tooling. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Laguna Beach, California.
Avicena specializes in developing advanced optical interconnectivity technology aimed at enhancing inter-chip communication. By leveraging innovations in silicon photonics and plasmonics, Avicena's solutions provide ultra-dense, low-latency, and low-cost optical interconnects that significantly improve system performance compared to traditional electrical interconnects. The company's platform allows for multi-chip connectivity, facilitating higher throughput and greater power efficiency, which helps clients reduce energy consumption while boosting overall system capabilities. Through these advancements, Avicena addresses critical needs in chip-to-chip interconnects, offering a transformative approach to modern computing challenges.
Inchfab specializes in custom microchip manufacturing, offering proprietary tools that cater to the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) market. The company's microfabrication platform enables clients to prototype and produce low volumes of highly customized microchips economically. By focusing on the semiconductor and micromechanical Internet of Things (IoT) chip markets, Inchfab provides essential manufacturing capabilities that facilitate the design and production of specialized devices.
Blueshift Optics offers a versatile new organic scintillator that was developed to possess excellent neutron detection with high gamma discrimination for radiation detection applications.
Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.
Developer of chemical detection sensors designed to sample and measure the trace-level concentration of gases in harsh industrial environments. The company's sensors help in calibration-free sensing, have an internal pump, are portable and rugged, and require low power consumption, enabling clients to have laser-based sensing that helps in leak detection and exhaust monitoring.
Sonata Scientific is a developer of advanced air purification and antimicrobial products.
Operator of an engineering platform intended to focus on biotechnology, microelectronics, and nanotechnology. The company's platform assists the healthcare, energy, and defense industries and also helps in the transition of novel biomedical, chemical processing, microelectronics, nanomaterial, and photonics technologies, enabling healthcare, energy, and defense industries to easily design, prototype, package, screen, qualify and produce application-specific integrated circuits for terrestrial and harsh environments.
Developer and provider of low-power fully-digital transceiver designed for future mmWave radios. The company democratize experimental wireless research through plainly affordable SDR systems that feature advanced wireless technologies, combined with free and open-source software implementations, enabling wireless engineers to create technologies related to 6G and beyond.
Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. manufactures and supplies manufacturing equipment to solar panel manufacturers. The company offers floating silicon method, which helps to reduce manufacturing cost of silicon wafers, increases commercial solar panel power, and reduces manufacturing emissions. Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. was formerly known as Leading Edge Crystal Technologies, Inc. and changed its name to Leading Edge Equipment Technologies, Inc. in May 2020. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
Scalar Magnetics, founded in 2019 and based in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, specializes in developing nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) technologies for chemical analysis. The company focuses on utilizing reduced potency magnets to conduct spectroscopy at moderate magnetic field strengths. This innovative approach allows users to circumvent the challenges associated with traditional large superconducting magnets, making NMR technology more accessible and efficient for chemical analysis applications.
Developer of a heat sink optimization platform designed to hybridize computational fluid dynamics. The company develops a compliant vapour chamber technology to eliminate thick thermal interface materials in the form of gap fillers and/or thermal grease in the aforementioned hardware, thereby using analytical, numerical, and experimental methods to consult on complex problems involving momentum, heat and mass transport phenomena.
Membrion, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in the manufacture and commercialization of advanced membranes for filtering molecules. Founded in 2016 as a spin-out from the University of Washington, Membrion's technology is designed to operate under various challenging conditions, including extreme temperatures and pH levels, as well as in vacuum and biologically sensitive environments. The membranes are primarily utilized in applications such as flow batteries, water purification systems, fuel cells, and pharmaceuticals. The company has received financial support from numerous organizations, including the Murdock Charitable Trust and the National Science Foundation, which has facilitated its transition from research to commercial product. Membrion's innovative approach focuses on providing clients with durable and cost-effective membranes made from silica gel, contributing to improved efficiency in industrial wastewater treatment and other applications.
Synmatter, founded in 2015 and based in Orlando, Florida, specializes in the development of anticorrosive pigments designed for the production of smart particles that enhance metal protection and antifouling coatings. These pigments can be integrated into a variety of polymers, including coatings, varnishes, plastics, resins, caulks, putties, sealants, and adhesives. Synmatter's innovations serve multiple industries, particularly automotive, aerospace, and marine, providing effective solutions to protect vehicles, aircraft, and ships from corrosion.
Developer of a versatile CMOS-integrated biosensor platform designed for rapid genomic identification. The company's platform aims to achieve target sensitivities exceeding current state-of-the-art while doing so in a portable form factor, enabling healthcare professionals to reduce patient health costs.
Developer of thin-film transistors designed to overcome current bottlenecks in semiconductor chip integration. The company leverages its proprietary system-on-foil platform designed for heterogenous integration and offers a patent-pending system-on-foil platform integrating the silicon circuitry for patterned flexible silicon substrate, enabling designers of aerospace, defense, clean energy, medical, and consumer internet-of-things electronics, to fabricate densely integrated devices that are durable, lightweight and flexible.
Sinovia Technologies, founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the manufacturing of transparent electrodes for touch screens used in electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as in solid-state lighting applications. The company is focused on developing innovative materials that enable the production of thin, lightweight, and durable electronics at a low cost. Utilizing a roll-to-roll printing process similar to that used in the production of newspapers and magazines, Sinovia Technologies aims to advance the field of electronics through its proprietary technology.
Qunnect, LLC is a technology company based in Stony Brook, New York, specializing in the development of light-based modular devices designed for transmitting, storing, and receiving encrypted information. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the Quantum Information Technology group at Stony Brook University, Qunnect focuses on creating advanced quantum devices that leverage principles of quantum physics to facilitate ultra-secure networks. These devices ensure that any observation of data is detected by the sender or recipient, enhancing cybersecurity. The company's offerings include solutions in quantum computing, quantum sensors, quantum cryptography, and quantum networks, among others. By engineering novel quantum memories and sources, Qunnect aims to revolutionize information networks and quantum computing, contributing to the evolution of cybersecurity into real-time threat detection systems.
Terecircuits Corporation specializes in the development of materials and processes that facilitate microassembly and mass transfer for displays and advanced electronics. Founded in 2015 and based in Mountain View, California, the company provides a range of advanced polymers, encapsulation materials, and liquid metal interconnects. Its innovations include photo-polymer mass transfer technology specifically designed for MicroLED applications in sectors such as automotive and augmented/virtual reality. Additionally, Terecircuits offers new materials and design frameworks for systems in package manufacturing, targeting the Internet of Things and health technology markets. By serving the display, electronics, and semiconductor industries, Terecircuits enables the creation of low-cost, lightweight, and energy-efficient products, allowing manufacturers to produce IoT devices more efficiently and accurately.
Sunthru, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Scotia, New York, specializes in the development of aerogel-based day-lighting windows designed to serve as an alternative to traditional window glass. The company's products utilize silica aerogel, which offers exceptional insulating properties while maximizing light transmission and transparency. This innovative approach benefits a variety of large buildings, including schools, gymnasiums, and department stores, by reducing window-related expenses and enhancing energy efficiency through lower thermal conductivity. Sunthru’s focus on aerogel technology positions it as a leader in providing sustainable and cost-effective window solutions in the architectural market.
NanoSoft is a cryogenic electron microscopy tool and instrument maker.
Octet Scientific, founded in 2017, specializes in developing organic electrolyte chemicals designed to enhance the performance of zinc batteries. The company focuses on addressing the specific needs of the zinc battery industry by providing solutions that improve efficiency and extend the cycle life of these batteries. Its products are designed to be integrated seamlessly into existing electrolytes, thereby improving battery functionality across various applications, including backup power, grid storage, portable devices, and mobility solutions. By offering innovative enhancements to battery performance, Octet Scientific enables its customers to deliver more efficient and cost-effective energy storage products.
Developer of MEMS microsensor technology designed to file patents covering various designs, fields of use and applications related to their MEMS-based technology. The company's technology develops gas sensors for a variety of markets including leak detection, military, homeland security, air quality monitoring, and emission gas detection, enabling clients to develop internationally recognized chemical detection systems for use in industrial, government, and chemical warfare situations
Third Floor Materials develops algorithmic technology to aid infrared spectroscopy and optical components for specialized IR applications. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Scintillation Nanotechnologies, founded in 2018 and based in Vail, Arizona, specializes in the development of proprietary nanomaterials that enhance the detection of radioisotopes. The company creates radioisotope-responsive nanoparticles designed for use in detecting low-energy beta particle emitting radioisotopes. These advanced nanomaterials are characterized by their biocompatibility, environmental stability, and ease of dispersion in aqueous solutions. By providing clients with access to these innovative materials, Scintillation Nanotechnologies facilitates direct measurement of radioisotope-labeled species, significantly improving detection capabilities in various applications.
SunDensity Inc. specializes in the research, design, and development of Photonic Smart Coating technology, specifically its patent-pending PSC™. This innovative technology facilitates the up and down conversion of light wavelengths, addressing inefficiencies in photonics. The company's products aim to enhance the efficiency of solar photovoltaics, thereby reducing electricity generation costs. In addition, SunDensity's technology allows for the customization of thermal and optical properties in architectural glass and increases the quantum efficiency of optoelectronic instruments. Founded in 2016, SunDensity is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Rochester, New York.
Obsidian Sensors
Grant in 2020
Obsidian Sensors develops a glass microelectromechanical system designed to manufacture automotive sensors. The MEMS uses infrared imaging for applications like security cameras and autonomous vehicles, enabling clients to get incumbent silicon MEMS-based sensors easily. it was founded in La Jolla, California in 2017.
NexTC manufactures insulator and conductive oxide coatings for the energy and large area electronics markets. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon.
Monstr Sense Technologies develops spectrometers for microscopy and microscopy tools for defect inspection in semiconductors. The company is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is dedicated to the advancement and development of coherent spectroscopy and imaging technologies.
Manufacturer of industrial chemicals intended for replacement of precious metals. The company utilizes photocatalysts and light instead of heat to produce chemicals, offering features like low-energy consumption and the ability to upcycle captured carbon dioxide into valuable products, enabling the chemical industry to reduce its environmental footprint and potentially create new pathways for carbon capture and utilization.
Logisic Devices manufactures power semiconductor devices. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.
SuperMEM, founded in 2019 and based in San Diego, California, specializes in the development of lightweight chips that facilitate artificial intelligence integration in devices. The company's innovative technology allows for the incorporation of AI into Internet of Things devices without significantly increasing costs or power consumption. By providing a standard chip interface and simplifying software migration, SuperMEM enables its clients to access transformative technology, making it easier and more affordable to create smarter devices in various applications.
ANAFLASH Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, founded in 2017. It specializes in the development of a test chip that facilitates analog neurocomputing within logic-compatible embedded flash memory. The company offers an energy-efficient microprocessor designed for battery-powered edge devices, enabling real-time artificial intelligence inferencing without the need for cloud connectivity. This innovative microprocessor performs complex tasks efficiently by processing data where it is stored, thereby minimizing data traffic and energy consumption. During idle periods, it operates with very low power usage, making it a cost-effective solution for energy-efficient edge computing. ANAFLASH's integrated non-volatile neural network computing engine allows for secure task execution, reinforcing its commitment to providing reliable and efficient technology for modern computing needs.
Quintessent Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Santa Barbara, California, specializes in the commercialization of quantum dot-based lasers and photonic integrated circuits. The company focuses on developing optical connectivity technology that enhances large-scale computing systems. By utilizing advanced semiconductor materials and innovative laser architectures, Quintessent's solutions facilitate the scaling of high-bandwidth communication channels within optical networks. This technology supports applications in optical networking, deep learning systems, and sensing, positioning Quintessent at the forefront of advancements in these critical areas.
SMART Pad is a provider of CMP conditioning-free pads with controlled design rules. The company was founded in 2018 by Sunghoon Lee and is headquartered in Cohoes, New York, United States.
Atom Computing Inc. is a company based in Berkeley, California, that focuses on manufacturing scalable quantum computers utilizing individual atoms. Founded in 2018, the company harnesses the quantum mechanical properties of atoms to process information and address complex problems that traditional computers cannot solve. Atom Computing's technology allows for the optical control, scaling, and stabilization of these atoms, facilitating efficient quantum calculations in various fields, including drug design, computational chemistry, and general computing. Through its innovative approach, Atom Computing aims to advance the development of quantum technology and expand its applications across multiple industries.
SandBox Semiconductor specializes in developing software tools aimed at enhancing the manufacturing process for semiconductor production. Their innovative software enables process engineers to identify optimal etch and deposition recipes with significantly fewer experiments, achieving this in one-third of the time and at a reduced cost compared to traditional methods. By streamlining recipe development, SandBox Semiconductor facilitates quicker deployment of new microelectronic devices, thereby improving efficiency and productivity in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
Mosaic Microsystems LLC, founded in 2016 and based in Rochester, New York, specializes in microelectronics and photonics packaging. The company utilizes glass and other thin substrates as a platform material to support various technologies, including logic, memory, analog and power electronics, photonics, radio frequency (RF), micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), and sensors. By focusing on these advanced materials, Mosaic Microsystems aims to enhance the performance and integration of electronic and photonic devices.
Dimien, founded in 2013 and based in Buffalo, New York, specializes in manufacturing advanced materials for a variety of applications. The company produces ceramics and inorganic additives, focusing on innovative cathodes for electric vehicle batteries. Its patented high-energy, low-cost, and safe cathode materials are designed to enhance the performance of lithium batteries while maintaining affordability. These cathodes can also be utilized in optical devices, automotive adhesives, and plastic composites. Dimien aims to provide clients with effective battery solutions that strike a balance between performance and cost, catering to the growing demand in the electrified vehicle market.
SurgePower Materials is a green technology company specializing in the production of high-purity graphene, a carbon-based nanomaterial derived from renewable resources. The company employs a cost-effective and eco-friendly manufacturing process to create its specialty nanomaterials, which are designed to enhance the performance of advanced sustainable products, particularly in the field of battery technology. By focusing on environmentally-friendly practices, SurgePower Materials aims to support the development of green energy storage solutions and position itself as a leader in the global graphene market. With a dedicated team of inventors, business directors, project managers, and researchers, SurgePower Materials is poised for growth and innovation in the realm of carbon-based nanomaterials.
Developer of electric car battery designed to assist in large-scale electric vehicle adoption. The company's battery is based on proprietary solid-state electrolyte and cobalt-free cathode technology and is readily synthesized using scalable processes and has demonstrated high ionic conductivity at both low and high temperatures, enabling car manufacturers to use it as a drop-in replacement for existing cathode materials.
Supranational develops hardware and software solutions for verifiable and secure computing. The company was founded in 2019 with the goal of developing products at the intersection of cryptography and computer architecture.
Skip Technology develops a battery for large-scale electrical storage. The company was founded in 2018 by Dr. Ben Brown and Dr. Brennan Gantner and is based in Portland, Oregon.
Singularity Energy, Inc. is a company that develops a platform for real-time energy and carbon management, aimed at helping corporate clients optimize their energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes artificial intelligence to incorporate real-time carbon dioxide signals from the energy grid into its management solutions. This innovative approach allows organizations to co-optimize their energy costs and emissions effectively. Singularity Energy's platform is designed to support climate regulators and sustainability professionals by providing transparent and reliable data, thereby enabling informed decision-making to meet rigorous environmental targets. By offering a modern alternative to traditional carbon reporting methods, the company contributes to the broader goal of grid decarbonization and promotes sustainable practices in various industries.
Manufacturer of industrial chemicals intended for replacement of precious metals. The company utilizes photocatalysts and light instead of heat to produce chemicals, offering features like low-energy consumption and the ability to upcycle captured carbon dioxide into valuable products, enabling the chemical industry to reduce its environmental footprint and potentially create new pathways for carbon capture and utilization.
NanoPattern Technologies is developing a photopatternable quantum dot formulation to enable the next generation of displays. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Ludlum Measurements is an electronic manufacturing company specializing in radiation detection instruments and technologies. The company produces equipment designed to monitor the safety of personnel and the environment, with applications in routine monitoring, border security, and emergency response. In addition to manufacturing, Ludlum Measurements provides servicing for radiation detection instruments made by other companies, as well as instrument repair and calibration training courses. These offerings allow customers to perform their own calibrations and minor repairs, ensuring access to affordable, dependable, and durable radiation detection solutions.
Astrileux Corporation is a semiconductor R&D company, driven by a desire to make technology faster and more accessible. The future is exciting, and continually seek new ways to advance the state of human kind. Astrileux’s strategy is to design revolutionary advanced engineering technologies that enable high volume manufacturing of next generation integrated circuits (IC) chips. The implications of this development are to accelerate the arrival of next generation computing technology creating faster, smaller more powerful mobile devices and providing evolutionary advances in quality of life for a globally-social electronic community. To implement this strategy Astrileux will strive to champion the market in technology/cost performance, enable new untapped market segments for chipmakers and drive clean tech products.
Sonata Scientific is a developer of advanced air purification and antimicrobial products.
Coreless Technologies
Grant in 2019
Coreless Technologies designs nanoparticles to enhance performance in nano-enabled devices.
Axalume is a fabless semiconductor startup focused on developing advanced silicon photonic integrated circuits aimed at addressing interconnect bottlenecks in servers, data centers, and high-performance networking systems. Their proprietary technology integrates silicon photonic circuits with silicon electronics, offering significant improvements in performance metrics. Axalume's upcoming electronic-photonic integrated circuit (EPIC) chipsets are engineered to enhance the efficiency and scalability of data center operations, promising up to a 4.5x increase in density, a 3.5x boost in energy efficiency, and a 2x reduction in latency compared to existing networking components. The company's product offerings will include silicon photonics intellectual property, chipsets, and architectural solutions tailored to optimize internet data centers, making them faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. With recognition from commercial, academic, and government sectors, Axalume is positioned to play a pivotal role in the evolution of cloud computing infrastructure.
Active Layer Parametrics has created advanced metrology equipment for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, enabling precise measurements of mobility and activated carrier concentration profiles with Angstrom-level resolution. This innovative system provides detailed insights into the depth of electrical activation following implant-anneal processes. By facilitating rapid feedback, the technology allows clients to obtain results in minutes instead of weeks, significantly improving yield and device performance. The company's approach includes tracking process changes and their effects on electronic properties, enhancing the efficiency of process development and manufacturing control. Overall, Active Layer Parametrics offers a unique solution that advances the electrical characterization of semiconductor films, supporting reliable and economically viable production methods.
Uniqarta manufactures technologies that accommodate small, ultra-thin ICs and their inclusion within common materials such as paper or plastic. The result is a class of Smart Materials that eliminate the need for RFID label add-ons and accelerate the IoT evolution.
MetaSeismic is a Berkeley, California-based company focused on developing advanced metamaterial technology. This innovative approach provides ultra-compact solutions for impact and vibration dampening, offering significant improvements over traditional methods. By utilizing these cutting-edge materials, MetaSeismic aims to enhance performance while simultaneously reducing the carbon footprint associated with such technologies. The company's commitment to sustainability and efficiency positions it as a key player in the evolving field of material science.
ThermaWatts develops an ambient thermal electric converter that converts heat into electricity. The company is based in Renton, Washington.
NanoSepex is a research and development firm that focuses on water reuse and treatment through desalination technology. The company is based in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Radiation Detection Solutions develops the solid-state tissue-equivalent detector, or SSTED, a radiation detection system. The company was founded in 2011 with its headquarters in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Nielson Scientific develops custom UVC systems that produce precise and consistent UVC doses for industrial applications. The company is based in Lehi, Utah.
Labsys develops microelectronics and microfabrication technology for government, industry, and university partners. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in East Lansing, Michigan.
ActiveMEMS is a technology startup to commercialize advanced MEMS technologies developed at the Wireless Integrated MicroSensing & Systems Center of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Based on proprietary design and manufacturing innovations, ActiveMEMS aims to provide unique solutions for wireless sensing needs in a variety of applications, including smart industrial monitoring systems, vehicle instrumentation, smart buildings, and wearable devices. Our company is committed to development and commercialization of high-performance micro transducers and energy harvesters to address the needs of next generation energy-autonomous wireless sensors and IoT devices. To enable manufacturing of high-performance and low-cost energy harvesters and other micro electromechanical systems, ActiveMEMS is developing new microfabrication technologies for wafer-scale heterogeneous integration of high-quality smart materials into microsystems. Our core technology platform enables advanced solutions for not only energy harvesters but also a wide range of other applications, from high-resolution ultrasound transceiver arrays for biomedical imaging to micro-speakers, microphones and haptic-feedback transducers for mobile consumer electronics.
For the new-space projects that need 100X more energy @10X lower price than available today, they develop solar PV technology to make power in space affordable. There is a demand for 100 MW of solar for space in the next 5 years. But the existing space solar panels are extremely expensive and very slow to manufacture. With today's technology 100 MW of space solar panels will cost more than $60B and it will take more than 10 years to manufacture. Regher Solar solves this problem. Regher Solar is revolutionizing the access to power in space with space tolerant ultrathin silicon solar panels, which for the first time on the market, will have both high efficiency and low cost in a single light-weight and flexible package.
Sequitur Health develops a blood biomarker monitoring device with the aim of saving, extending, and improving people's lives. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Swift Solar Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of lightweight, flexible solar panels. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, with an additional facility in Golden, Colorado, the company focuses on advanced photovoltaic technology utilizing perovskite semiconductors. Swift Solar's products are engineered for diverse applications, including aerospace, automotive, and building sectors. The team comprises experts from prestigious institutions such as Stanford, MIT, and the University of Washington, who leverage their knowledge to develop innovative solar cell architectures and specialized manufacturing techniques. Swift Solar's ultra-thin perovskite films are designed for high efficiency, enabling the production of tandem solar cells that maximize light absorption and conversion efficiency while maintaining a low weight.