New Materials Startups

Protein Distillery makes Prewtein, a yeast-based clean-label protein ingredient with high protein content and functional properties like gelation, solubility, and emulsification. The non-GMO, non-novel ingredient is used to reduce additives and replace animal-based ingredients such as eggs in food products.

3 investors

Quantum Qool develops patented ultrafast laser surface structuring technology that enhances material thermal properties for aerospace, defense, and power electronics applications. The company manufactures the Q2 Laser Station, an ultrashort pulse laser system that increases surface emissivity and heat dissipation capabilities in metals and ceramics by up to 10 times for thermal radiators, leading edges, nose cones, and electronic enclosures.

3 investors

Queens Carbon develops a cement technology platform aimed at the cement production industry. The page provides limited detail beyond describing an "intelligent cement technology platform."

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Radify Metals develops a plasma reactor platform for producing rare earth and critical minerals through a simplified metallization process aimed at lower cost, faster output, and modular deployment. It targets industrial buyers and strategic partners in the critical minerals and advanced materials sector, positioning itself as an alternative to China-dominated metal reduction supply chains.

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Re-Fresh Global pioneers textile waste recycling solutions using biotechnology to transform discarded textiles into new, sustainable resources. The company serves textile manufacturers and waste management operators in Europe and globally, addressing regulatory demand for circular textile economy solutions.

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Reclinker develops technology to reduce carbon emissions in cement production, enabling the circular economy in construction materials.

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Recupere produces copper electrical wire from 100% recycled feedstock using a process that eliminates smelting, aiming to build more resilient Western copper supply chains and lower greenhouse gas emissions. It operates in the recycled metals and materials sector.

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Refiberd uses hyperspectral imaging combined with AI software to detect the fiber composition and contaminants in textiles, offering a fast, non-destructive material detection method. It serves the fashion industry to identify materials present in the textile supply chain.

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ReGelTec develops injectable hydrogel technology for the repair of the nucleus pulposus of the intervertebral disc, targeting interventional pain management and spine care. The company is a medical device (MedTech) startup combining academic research in crosslinked polymers with experienced medical device executives.

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Relement develops specialty biobased aromatic chemicals for use as sustainable alternatives to fossil-derived inputs in the chemical industry. The company produces renewable aromatic compounds for customers requiring specialty chemical ingredients.

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RevBio develops a biomimetic bone adhesive platform derived from marine biology for bone repair and regenerative applications across dental, orthopedic, and neurosurgical indications. The company is conducting first-in-human clinical trials on its regenerative bone glue technology.

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Riven develops a platform that combines autonomous laboratories, computational modeling, and AI to design, scale up, and operate critical mineral processing facilities. The company targets industrial mineral refining with the aim of rebuilding Western processing capacity.

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RWDC Industries manufactures PHA biopolymers designed to replace conventional plastics in consumer products. The company partners with manufacturers to develop custom resin formulations that function as drop-in replacements in existing production lines.

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Saltworks designs and delivers technology systems that treat industrial wastewater and refine lithium for battery production, serving industrial customers across the full project lifecycle from design through implementation. The company combines proprietary core products with integrated enabling systems to create end-to-end plants focused on water recycling, contaminant removal, and lithium yield optimization.

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Sealonix develops hemostatic sealants based on proprietary biomaterials to control surgical bleeding, targeting surgeons and patients undergoing abdominopelvic and other surgical procedures. Its initial product, the PramStat patch, is an experimental sealant patch for rapid hemostasis during surgery.

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Firmenich is a co-creation and innovation partner specializing in nutrition, health, and beauty ingredients and solutions. The company serves customers in the nutrition, health, and beauty industries focused on sustainability and consumer needs.

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Sepiia designs and sells technical clothing for men, including shirts and trousers made with fabrics that resist wrinkles, stains, and sweat marks. It operates as a direct-to-consumer apparel brand based in Spain.

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SES AI develops lightweight Li-Metal and Li-ion batteries and AI systems for material discovery, manufacturing quality control, and battery safety monitoring. Its batteries and software target applications including EVs, urban air mobility, drones, robotics, energy storage, and consumer electronics.

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Sirrus develops chemical building blocks based on patented methylene malonate monomers and oligomeric crosslinkers that polymerize anionically at ambient temperatures. Its technology targets high-performance coatings, adhesives, sealants, binders and other polymer products for chemical industry partners.

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SNOW produces lab-grown diamonds using atomic-level crafting methods. The site presents the diamonds as a manufactured product available for wholesale purchase.

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Solutum Technologies develops a proprietary sustainable material designed as an alternative to single-use flexible plastic packaging, engineered to support recycling, industrial composting, and full biodegradation in soil and water without leaving microplastics or toxic residues. It targets brands and packaging producers seeking to reduce plastic pollution while maintaining performance and cost.

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Sotas offers software for the chemical industry, including tools that automate chemical regulatory compliance (SDS creation, applicability determination, chemSHERPA support), a materials database of over 30,000 entries for material selection and alternative sourcing, and ChemMart for chemical trading. It serves chemical trading companies, chemical manufacturers, and their legal/quality assurance and procurement departments, primarily in Japan.

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Soteria develops patented battery safety technologies and operates a global consortium to address root causes of battery failures. The company works with cell builders and equipment manufacturers across industries to enable safer lithium-ion battery products.

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SparkNano designs and commercializes spatial Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) tools for industrial-scale nanofabrication, enabling manufacturers to deposit ultra-thin functional layers while improving performance and reducing costs for fuel cells, batteries, and solar cells. The company serves energy and advanced electronics manufacturers seeking to optimize material efficiency and reduce supply chain waste.

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