Optical Waters
1 known investors
Optical Waters develops OptoStrand, a flexible side-emitting fiber that delivers UV-C germicidal light along its length to disinfect surfaces on contact. The fibers are aimed at applications such as marine antifouling, water systems, food and beverage processing, and medical devices where conventional UV lamps cannot reach.
Investors · 1
Non-dilutive funding · 2 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Foundation | Phase II | 2023 | $983.8K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase ISTTR | 2022 | $255.5K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Optical Waters do?
- Optical Waters develops OptoStrand, a flexible side-emitting fiber that delivers UV-C germicidal light along its length to disinfect surfaces on contact. The fibers are aimed at applications such as marine antifouling, water systems, food and beverage processing, and medical devices where conventional UV lamps cannot reach.
- Who are Optical Waters's investors?
- Optical Waters's investors include Maroon Venture Partners Fund.