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Shinefusion

Madison, US · 4 known investors

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Shine Fusion develops nuclear technology solutions aimed at building a more sustainable world. The company is focused on advancing nuclear science and related clean energy applications.

Founders & leadership

GPGreg Piefer
Greg PieferFounder and CEOGreg Piefer holds a PhD in nuclear engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and has spent two decades building high-technology companies focused on neutron sources, tritium systems, and fusion-related technologies. He is the founder and CEO of Shine, which develops fusion systems for aerospace and defense applications and produces medical isotopes for cancer and heart disease treatment.

Investors · 4

Non-dilutive funding · 2 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
Department of EnergyPhase I2023$198.8K
National Science FoundationPhase I2015$149.7K

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 Shinefusion do?
Shine Fusion develops nuclear technology solutions aimed at building a more sustainable world. The company is focused on advancing nuclear science and related clean energy applications.
Who founded Shinefusion?
Shinefusion was founded by Greg Piefer.
Who are Shinefusion's investors?
Shinefusion's investors include Alumni Ventures, Koch Disruptive Technologies, Nucleation Capital, NV NOM.
Where is Shinefusion headquartered?
Shinefusion is headquartered in Madison, US.