New Materials Startups

Open Mineral applies data-driven strategies and machine-learning models to trading and financing across global base and critical mineral markets. It offers investment vehicles for accredited and institutional investors, including AI-driven metal derivatives trading, an offtake fund, and a critical minerals trade finance fund.

4 investors

Opt Industries engineers advanced materials using digital photolithography to create structured materials with precise microstructure control, enabling functional properties across applications from high-speed interconnects to fluid handling.

4 investors

Orbital Composites develops composite materials and structures for aerospace applications, including the STARFIGHTER X modular drone platform designed for efficient flight across various regimes and speeds.

4 investors

OSSIO develops OSSIOfiber, a bio-integrative bone fixation implant material made from natural mineral fibers that provides stability during healing and integrates fully into bone over 18-24 months, avoiding permanent metal hardware. The implants are used in orthopedic surgical procedures such as hammertoe and other bone-healing treatments.

4 investors

Ouros Energy is an American battery company that controls the full stack from mineral sourcing and cell chemistry through cell manufacturing and delivery. It develops active materials, cylindrical and pouch cells, and domestic production capability for defense and civilian markets.

4 investors

A tech startup operating in stealth mode on an undisclosed vision; it has developed Veluminum, a matte, velvet-like coating for aluminum.

4 investors

Paebbl develops carbon-neutral concrete technology for construction and infrastructure projects, demonstrated through a partnership with Heijmans on a pedestrian bridge.

4 investors

PANGAIA develops premium lifestyle apparel and products using bio-based, regenerative, recycled, and responsibly sourced materials. The B Corp-certified company targets consumers seeking sustainable fashion alternatives with minimal environmental impact.

4 investors

Parcel Health produces Parcel Prompts, custom-designed compostable printed materials for pharmacies and healthcare providers to include with medication orders and shipments. The product helps build patient trust while reducing waste through secure, visible messaging on prescription labels and package inserts.

4 investors

Patina develops technology to analyze and reproduce scent, working with perfumers and creative partners to create novel fragrances. Its work ranges from high-fidelity replication of natural materials like Bulgarian Rose Otto to unconventional scent profiles.

4 investors

Phase Change develops smart materials designed to address environmental and social challenges. The company focuses on materials innovation for planetary impact.

4 investors

PHNX Materials refines industrial waste and byproduct streams into critical metals such as gallium, germanium, and silicon, along with products for the building materials and agriculture industries. It targets the semiconductor, defense, construction, and agriculture sectors in the United States as a domestic alternative to imported critical materials.

4 investors

Phosio develops UV-curable metal oxide precursors that enable low-temperature deposition for optical and electronic components used in smart glasses, semiconductors, and display technologies. The company's materials are designed to simplify manufacturing of advanced optical gratings and coatings, reducing production time and costs significantly compared to traditional methods.

4 investors

Kodak manufactures films, chemicals, and materials across consumer, motion picture, still photography, and advanced materials segments. The company serves photographers, filmmakers, and industrial customers globally.

4 investors

Plasma Bound, a spin-out of University College Dublin, develops Controlled Polymer Ablation (CPA) surface-engineering technology for bonding lightweight structural assemblies. It serves automotive and aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers working with composites and multi-material joints.

4 investors

Plyable develops software and services for composite mold manufacturing, including design-for-manufacturing analysis that detects features likely to fail during production. It supplies molds and tooling to manufacturers, including tier 1 manufacturers.

4 investors

Polymateria develops a proprietary plastic additive formulation that enables conventional plastics to biodegrade fully in natural environments without harming recycling streams. The technology, deployed as a masterbatch additive, allows plastics to remain functional during their service life, then convert to bioavailable waxes upon weathering before biodegrading within 1-2 years.

4 investors

Polymerize applies machine learning to polymer formulation, modeling the relationships between material structure, processing conditions, and resulting properties. The software suggests candidate formulations so teams run fewer physical experiments. It is used by R&D groups in materials and chemicals companies developing new products.

4 investors

Poseidona develops sustainable protein ingredients derived from recovered seaweeds, including agar-industry sidestreams and invasive algae, using a proprietary processing technology it is patenting. The ingredients are aimed at food product manufacturers seeking lower-environmental-impact alternatives to land-grown protein sources.

4 investors

Re-Nuble makes circular growing inputs for indoor agriculture, including ReNu Terra hydroponic grow mats and Away We Grow organic liquid nutrients derived from vegetative waste. Its products serve vertical farms, greenhouses, and home growers seeking higher yields, reduced pathogen risk, and less waste.

4 investors

Redback manufactures composite and woven strapping systems, buckles, and cargo lashing products for securing loads in industrial, transportation, and agricultural applications. The company offers non-metallic alternatives to steel banding that are lighter, more durable, and resistant to corrosion and weather damage.

4 investors

Reibus provides open deck logistics services with a focus on metals transportation, combining industry expertise with technology to serve shippers. The company operates across multiple countries with offices in seven.

4 investors

Retein develops a patented molecular separation technology, based on bio-inspired stabilized channel proteins, to recover high-purity resources such as clean water and lithium from water sources. Founded from research at Chalmers University of Technology, it targets industries seeking sustainable recovery of metals, nutrients, and clean water.

4 investors

Salient Energy manufactures zinc and manganese batteries for electricity storage, providing an alternative to lithium-ion with lower costs and reduced environmental impact from mining and manufacturing.

4 investors