New Materials Startups

NALA Systems manufactures chlorine-tolerant reverse osmosis membranes for industrial water treatment and reuse. The membranes are designed for water and energy-conscious industries, offering improved durability and efficiency over standard polyamide membranes.

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Nanode Battery Technologies develops alloy-based anode materials for sodium-ion batteries, aiming to deliver high-energy-density, fast-charging cells through low-cost, eco-friendly manufacturing methods. The company positions its battery materials for use in customer projects requiring efficient and affordable energy storage.

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Nanoe manufactures high-performance ceramic powders and composites, including alumina and zirconia, serving demanding industries such as biomedical and semiconductors. The company also produces Zetamix, a line of ceramic and metal filaments compatible with 3D printers.

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NanoFrontier develops and commercializes nanoparticle technologies derived from Tohoku University, enabling cost-effective solutions for water contamination detection, next-generation battery systems, cooling performance, hydrogen transport, and drug delivery applications. The company offers custom nanoparticle development, contract manufacturing, and technology licensing to industrial and research customers.

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Nanomox develops advanced materials and thin films, such as metal oxide particles ranging from nano to macro scale, using fine control of particle properties for a range of applications. The company positions its materials as more efficient than conventional ones for improving existing products and developing new ones.

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Nanopattern Technologies is a company focused on nanopatterning, with a team including chemists, researchers, and engineers working on materials and related technology.

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Nanophage Technologies develops biological nanorod scaffolds for diagnostic assay applications, enabling enhanced detection and sensitivity in clinical and research settings. The company serves diagnostics manufacturers, pharmaceutical discovery organizations, and clinical laboratories.

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nanoSkunkWorkX develops nanostructured Scalable Devices (nSDs) — embedded interface devices made from bulk graphene that control heat, charge, energy, and signal flow at system interfaces. The company focuses on turning raw graphene into manufacturable hardware through materials engineering.

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Nano-Tex develops textile treatment technologies applied to fabrics for properties such as water repellency, stain resistance, moisture wicking, wrinkle resistance, and UV protection. It offers branded finishes (e.g. Aquapel, Dry Inside, Wick+Block) and related product materials like hangtags for apparel and textile manufacturers.

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Natáur uses a synthetic biology platform that engineers microbes to produce naturally occurring compounds through fermentation, with its first product being bio-based taurine sold as a ready-to-use ingredient. The company applies metabolic engineering and fermentation to create sustainable bio-based nutrients for human and animal wellness.

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Nature Architects develops computational design technologies that create new possibilities across industries, products, and technical domains by leveraging advanced design methodologies.

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Neptune Nanotechnologies produces chitin nanocrystals derived from discarded crustacean shells as a sustainable additive to enhance performance in pulp and paper, epoxy resins, and packaging applications. The company serves industries seeking to replace petroleum-based and synthetic additives with biodegradable, high-performance alternatives.

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Neustart develops CO2 mineralization technology that accelerates natural carbonation processes to sequester carbon dioxide in solid carbonate materials within minutes, which can be integrated into existing industrial infrastructure and used in construction applications.

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Newlab is a technology innovation hub and operator that works with founders building critical technologies, providing expertise, infrastructure, and commercialization support across climate, energy, materials, and deeptech sectors.

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Nexdot develops quantum dots and quantum plates—fluorescent nanocrystals—for industrial applications in displays, lighting, energy storage, and infrared detection. The company also produces UV-protective coatings (Uvltimate) for fragrance and cosmetic products to replace harmful additives.

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Nexeon develops and manufactures silicon-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, enabling improved energy density and performance for battery applications. The company operates globally with headquarters in the UK and production facilities in South Korea and Japan, serving cell manufacturers and automotive customers.

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Nextiles is a materials science company that combines patented fabric-based sensor and sewing technology with a data analytics platform to measure human performance, capturing forces, range of motion, and 3D motion from compression clothing. It serves professional athletes, leagues, teams, and the military with biomechanical and biometric insights.

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NextInox produces fine-grain austenitic stainless steels (AISI 304FG and 316FG) with smaller grain sizes than conventional grades, offering improved strength, formability, and surface quality for manufacturing applications. These materials are used in cookware, sinks, heat exchangers, and architectural products where high strength and superior surface properties are required.

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NFC Corporation is a Korean cosmetics manufacturer that develops and produces skincare and beauty products based on its materials technology. The company holds domestic and international certifications including CGMP and ISO 9001 for standardized cosmetic production.

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Niacet produces anhydrous hydrogen chloride and hydrochloric acid at ultra-high purity grades for use in pharmaceutical, chemical, and electronics industries. The company specializes in electronics-grade products at 99.999% purity and technical-grade variants, along with hydrochloric acid solutions at various concentrations.

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Nirvana Sciences develops dyes, probes, and contrast agents for life science applications, including organic dyes with narrow emission profiles and a library of over 700 chlorin and bacteriochlorin designs. Its products target life science research and imaging uses.

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Nopalm Ingredients uses biomass fermentation with a non-GMO yeast strain to upcycle agri-food side streams (such as potato peels and rejected vegetables) into oils and fats that serve as palm oil alternatives. Its REVÓLEO platform supplies semi-solid fats for food applications and soft butters for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers.

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Nourish Ingredients develops animal-free fats and lipids using precision fermentation, including Tastilux (a fungal-fermentation phospholipid for meaty flavour) and Creamilux (a short-chain lipid emulsifier for dairy mouthfeel). It supplies these high-potency fat ingredients to food manufacturers and brands making alternative meat and plant-based or hybrid dairy products.

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Novaled develops materials for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays, including dopants, transport layers, and interlayer materials designed for high efficiency and durability. The company serves display manufacturers requiring process-compatible materials that meet mass production standards.

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