New Materials Startups

Nano Stone develops chemically treated granite and marble products using a proprietary impregnation technology that adds anti-bacterial, anti-stain, and anti-radon properties, added strength, permanent coloring, and infused fragrance to natural stone. It serves the hospitality, commercial, and residential building materials markets for interior and exterior design, new construction, and remodeling.

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NanoGuard Technologies is a deep-technology company developing High Voltage Atmospheric Cold Plasma treatment technology and its applications. It works across scientific, technical, and commercial disciplines to evaluate application needs based on data.

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Solésence develops and manufactures mineral-based skin care, complexion, and color cosmetics that provide protection against UVA, UVB, pollution, and blue light, offered to beauty brands via turn-key white label, semi-custom, and full custom product development. It supplies OTC beauty formulations built on its patented technology platforms and provides manufacturing and product marketing support for its brand partners.

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Nanoscale Powders manufactures high-purity metal powders including titanium, refractory metals, and silicon alloys using proprietary processes for aerospace, energy, and battery applications. The company serves industrial customers in advanced materials sectors.

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NexGel manufactures FDA-registered and ISO-certified hydrogel patch technology for over-the-counter medications, wound care, cosmetics, and commercial applications. The platform supports integration of active ingredients and is marketed for its versatility and consumer experience.

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NEXT Energy Technologies develops organic photovoltaic (OPV) coatings that turn transparent windows into power-generating surfaces for commercial buildings. The company targets the smart facade and building energy market with technology aimed at net-zero goals.

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Next Graphite is a development-stage company focused on graphite production for the global market.

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NexTech Batteries develops lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery technology, based on patents licensed from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, aimed at higher energy density and lower cost than lithium-ion batteries. Its batteries target applications including vehicle electrification, consumer electronics, and renewable energy storage.

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NioCorp is a mining and mineral extraction company developing the Elk Creek Project to produce niobium, scandium, magnetic rare earths, and titanium.

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Norsk Titanium manufactures aerospace-grade titanium preforms using additive manufacturing (RPD® technology) for structural applications in aerospace and defense. The company operates three facilities across the U.S. and Norway with ITAR-registered production capability and serves aerospace, defense, and industrial customers requiring repeatably qualified components.

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Northann Corp uses 3D printing technology to produce interior finishes such as flooring, wall panels, and decorative panels, incorporating recycled ocean plastic and an AI system (Envision) that replicates wood color, grain, and patterns for digital printing. The company positions itself as a one-stop interior decorating solution provider.

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NuShores Biosciences is a medical device company developing first-to-market technologies, with a focus on bone and tissue regeneration and joint replacement applications. It operates in the biosciences and orthopaedic/regenerative medicine field.

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Nuvvon develops next-generation battery technologies, focusing on polymer and battery materials research and development. The company works on solid-state battery materials and energy storage technologies.

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Oboro Labs develops catalyst technology to mass-produce cyclic polymers, materials aimed at applications such as low-friction coatings, lightweight electronic materials, and drug delivery systems. The company, spun out of research at the University of Florida, works to commercialize these polymers for use across manufacturing and consumer product industries.

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OLEDWorks develops and manufactures high-performance, multi-stack OLED (organic light-emitting diode) lighting panels, including segmented and bendable panels for automotive rear lighting under its Atala brand used by manufacturers such as Audi. It supplies OLED lighting technology to product manufacturers and the automotive industry and runs a Joint Development Program for prototyping OLED applications.

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Olokun Minerals recovers metals and minerals from saline wastewater streams such as desalination brine, oil and gas formation waters, geothermal brines, and e-waste recycling, then turns them into materials for concrete, fertilizers, and batteries. It develops extraction technology aimed at mining multiple minerals simultaneously using water rather than hydrochloric acid, supplying critical minerals to construction, agriculture, and electronics industries.

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Orthobond develops proprietary antimicrobial nanosurface technology that covalently binds to metallic and polymeric surfaces to mechanically kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi without antibiotics or eluting chemicals. Its first products, including Ostaguard, are antimicrobial surface treatments for implantable medical devices, with intended future applications in textiles, consumer goods, and high-touch public surfaces.

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OsteoNovus develops medical device solutions for orthopedic surgery, leveraging its NovoGro technology platform for spinal and orthopedic applications. The company serves orthopedic surgeons and patients requiring surgical interventions.

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Oxford Performance Materials develops additive manufacturing (3D printing) technology and high-performance PEKK thermoplastics and coatings. Its products serve medical device applications, such as surgical implants via its OsteoFab platform, and industrial hardware markets through its OXFAB platform.

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Paramount Gold Nevada (NYSE American: PZG) is a mineral exploration and development company advancing gold projects in the western United States. It owns the Grassy Mountain gold development project in Oregon and the Sleeper gold project in Nevada.

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Partanna is a company associated with sustainable materials and climate initiatives, with operations connected to The Bahamas. The page profiles co-founder and CEO Rick Fox but provides limited concrete detail about the company's products.

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Passport Potash Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on developing potash resources at its Holbrook Basin project in Arizona, North America. The company conducts drilling, seismic surveys, and resource estimates to advance potash mining for the fertilizer market.

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Patrick Industries supplies component solutions to the outdoor enthusiast markets, including RV, Marine, and Powersports, as well as the Housing sector. The company operates a portfolio of over 85 brands and develops advanced products like composite materials and carbon fiber components.

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Perma-Fix provides nuclear and radiological services, waste treatment, and health physics services, operating fixed-base facilities for treating hazardous and radioactive waste. It serves domestic and international clients managing complex nuclear and environmental waste projects.

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