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Acceleron Fusion

Cambridge, US · Founded 2023 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

Acceleron is developing muon-catalyzed fusion technology, building a high-efficiency muon source and a high-density fusion cell to produce net-energy fusion power. It aims to enable small (~100 MW) fusion power plants as a source of clean energy.

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Founders & leadership

Acceleron Fusion was founded in 2023 by Ara Knaian.

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Ara KnaianinFounder
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Seth NewburgNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 2

Collaborative Fundreported · 2 sourcesNew York · $500K – $1M
Lowercarbon Capitalreported · 2 sourcesLos Angeles · $100K – $5M

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$15.4M disclosed across 1 round · 2024

▶$15.4MraisedSep 2024 · 14 investors · Other Energy
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Ara KnaianExecutive Officer, Director
  • Seth NewburgExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$23.7M
Amount sold
$15.4M
First sale
Sep 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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In the news

Acceleron Fusion raises $24M in seed funding to advance low-temp fusion -- ANS / Nuclear Newswireans.org · Dec 2024US firm to accelerate plasma-free fusion at low temperatures with new fundingyahoo.com · Dec 2024Acceleron Secures $24M for its Muon-Catalyzed Fusion Reactortowardfusion.com · Dec 2024Acceleron Fusion Secures $24M Series A Led by Lowercarbon Capital and Collaborative Fund to Revolutionize Clean Energy with Muon-Catalyzed Fusionprweb.com · Dec 2024Exclusive: Acceleron Fusion has raised $15M to take a stab at colder fusion, filing reveals | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Oct 2024Acceleron Fusion Raises $15M for Cold Fusion Breakthroughtechnews180.com · Oct 2024

Frequently asked questions

What does Acceleron Fusion do?
Acceleron is developing muon-catalyzed fusion technology, building a high-efficiency muon source and a high-density fusion cell to produce net-energy fusion power. It aims to enable small (~100 MW) fusion power plants as a source of clean energy.
Who founded Acceleron Fusion?
Acceleron Fusion was founded by Ara Knaian in 2023.
Who are Acceleron Fusion's investors?
Acceleron Fusion's investors include Collaborative Fund, Lowercarbon Capital.
How much funding has Acceleron Fusion raised?
Acceleron Fusion has disclosed $15.4M raised across 1 round.
Where is Acceleron Fusion headquartered?
Acceleron Fusion is headquartered in Cambridge, US.