New Materials Startups

Anodyne Chemistries produces formic acid, formaldehyde, and methanol through enzymatic conversion of CO2, offering multiple purity grades for industrial purchase.

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AnPolyInc produces Re:ancel® M-CNF Hydrogel, a cellulose nanofiber-based hydrogel material for industrial applications. The product is available in various sizes and configurations with specific mechanical and physical properties.

2 investors

Antefil develops hybrid fibres — glass reinforcement fibres individually coated with a meltable, recyclable plastic — used to produce lightweight composites for energy-efficient structures. The product targets composites manufacturing with a focus on recyclability and reducing reliance on unrecyclable resins.

2 investors

Applied Composites manufactures and engineers composite structures for aerospace applications, including airframes, engines, defense systems, launch vehicles, and satellites. The company operates five facilities totaling 500,000 square feet with autoclaves, CNC machining, and clean room capabilities to deliver full-service composite solutions.

2 investors

Aquafortus develops energy-efficient treatment technology for high-salinity industrial wastewater, enabling resource recovery at significantly lower costs than conventional desalination methods. The company serves industrial wastewater producers seeking to convert waste streams into recoverable resources.

2 investors

Arcaea develops new technologies and products for the beauty industry, drawing on expertise across the supply chain to create alternatives to existing approaches.

2 investors

Arctura develops advanced technologies including lightning protection systems, distributed nitric acid production, and optimization software for industrial applications.

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Arcturus develops advanced conductors by infusing carbon nanomaterials into metals to improve electrical conductivity and strength at high temperatures, aiming to scale the process to an industrial level. Its wires target electrification applications such as drones, robotics, EVs, electric planes, data centers, and transmission lines.

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Ardagh Metal Packaging is a global supplier of metal beverage cans for brand owners, operating production facilities across Europe, North America, and Brazil. The company specializes in sustainable and infinitely recyclable aluminum packaging solutions for the beverage industry.

2 investors

Ardent Technologies is a membrane technology company that develops membrane materials and system designs for industrial and energy applications, aimed at reducing carbon emissions from existing infrastructure. It serves industrial and energy sectors through real-world deployment of its membrane systems.

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Ardra uses fermentation technology to produce natural ingredients for food, perfumery, and cosmetics from renewable substrates, offering stable pricing and consistent quality independent of seasonal or geopolitical disruptions. The company's approach eliminates environmental and social costs associated with traditional botanical and animal-derived ingredients.

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ARUM Inc. develops ARUMCODE, an AI software product for the manufacturing industry, along with machine tools and automation systems for production processes. The company serves manufacturers—particularly small and mid-sized firms in the automotive and semiconductor sectors—with automation, machining, and AI technologies, and is based in Japan.

2 investors

Ascension develops technology related to the extraction or supply of critical materials used in applications such as magnets for wind turbines, solar panel coatings, speakers, displays, and batteries. These materials support renewable energy and electronics manufacturing.

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Aspen Aerogels engineers, manufactures, and commercializes aerogel-based materials for energy conservation and asset protection, including thermal runaway barriers, energy infrastructure insulation, and battery materials. It serves industrial and energy sectors, offering technical services such as unit inspections, installation guides, and contractor training.

2 investors

Hera Materials develops recycled paper-based flexible packaging materials and formulations to replace single-use plastics. The company uses AI-enabled material design and retrofit manufacturing systems to produce sustainable packaging with zero CO₂ emissions.

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Atomic-6 designs and sells composite structures for spacecraft, including deployable solar arrays, protective armor tiles, and structural panels. Its products serve the space and satellite industry with configurable, made-to-order hardware.

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Atomis develops metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and porous materials for gas control applications including separation, recovery, and storage. The company serves multiple industries including environmental remediation, energy, and life support systems.

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Aurora Hydrogen develops microwave-driven methane pyrolysis technology to produce low-cost clean hydrogen without CO₂ emissions. The company serves energy companies seeking to reduce both costs and carbon footprint.

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Avadain develops and licenses a technology for manufacturing large, thin, and defect-free (LTDF) graphene, an additive material that adds strength, durability, flexibility, and conductivity to products. It licenses this technology to chemical companies and advanced materials manufacturers, who then produce and sell LTDF graphene to companies across more than 45 industries.

2 investors

AvantGuard, a Cornell University spin-out originally founded as Halomine, develops N-halamine-based antimicrobial and surface-protection technology aimed at combating pathogens including the fungus Candida (Candidozyma) auris. The company is advancing an antifungal decolonization protocol toward FDA approval, targeting fungal skin and nail infections and healthcare antiseptic applications.

2 investors

AZUL Energy develops, manufactures, and sells bio-inspired catalyst electrode materials, next-generation metal-air battery products, and functional materials for environment, energy, and healthcare applications. Founded as a spin-out from Tohoku University, it focuses on its "AZUL catalyst" technology for sustainable energy.

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Azulene Labs develops physics-powered molecular discovery technology. The company serves scientists and engineers working in molecular research and discovery.

2 investors

B'ZEOS produces seaweed-based polymer pellets designed as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived plastics for packaging applications. The pellets can be processed into finished packaging products for food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other industries.

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Bambrew manufactures sustainable packaging solutions using plastic-free, compostable materials derived from recycled, renewable, and agro-waste sources. The company serves customers seeking environmentally responsible packaging alternatives powered by renewable energy manufacturing processes.

2 investors