New Materials Startups

Co-reactive develops a carbon mineralization process that converts CO2 and silicate feedstock minerals into CO-SCM, a carbon-negative Supplementary Cementitious Material used to make lower-carbon cement and concrete. The material is aimed at the construction industry and cement/concrete producers seeking to reduce emissions while maintaining strength and cost performance.

5 investors

Cyclic Materials recovers rare earth elements and critical minerals from end-of-life products such as automotive motors, wind turbine generators, hard disk drives, and medical devices using its proprietary MagCycle and REEPure technologies. The company produces recycled materials including mixed rare earth oxide, aluminum, copper, and ferrous materials, which it supplies to magnet manufacturers and other industries as part of a circular supply chain.

5 investors

DigiLens develops waveguide optics and holographic display technology using a proprietary material set combined with inkjet printing and a holographic contact copy process. Its optics target efficiency, brightness, and resolution for augmented reality and next-generation mobile computing devices.

5 investors

Dimension Bio is a biotechnology company that designs and manufactures regenerative therapeutics using its BioNidum™ platform to restore tissue function lost to disease, trauma, or aging. The platform combines materials science, 3D printing, and digital manufacturing to create biosynthetic and biohybrid scaffolds for implantable and injectable products across sports medicine, orthopedics, plastic surgery, dental, and cell therapy applications.

5 investors

Endless West produces spirits using scientific flavor recreation methods, combining natural ingredients to replicate premium beverages while reducing production waste. The company targets consumers seeking fine spirits with improved sustainability practices.

5 investors

Endolith develops biological intelligence technology for mineral recovery, using microbiology and AI to extract critical minerals sustainably. The company serves mining operations and the clean energy supply chain.

5 investors

Everix manufactures ultra-thin plastic optical filters designed to match the performance of traditional glass filters in systems with compact geometries, SWaP-C requirements, and non-flat or free-form optical surfaces. The filters serve optical device and system designers across multiple industries.

5 investors

Exum develops the Massbox, a laser ablation laser ionization (LALI) analytical instrument for scientific labs that improves ionization efficiency and ease of use. The company serves research scientists and laboratory professionals seeking more reliable and portable mass spectrometry equipment.

5 investors

Foreverland develops cocoa-free alternatives to chocolate and cocoa-based ingredients using climate-resilient Mediterranean raw materials, including alternative chocolate, a cocoa extender, and cocoa-free fillings. Its products are aimed at bakery, confectionery, and beverage manufacturers seeking cost stability and lower environmental impact.

5 investors

Hazel Technologies develops shelf-life extension and modified atmosphere packaging solutions, including its BreatheWay membrane packaging platform, to maintain the quality of fruits and vegetables in the produce supply chain. Its products are aimed at growers, shippers, and other players in the agriculture and produce industry to reduce waste and food loss.

5 investors

Izote is a fermentation technology company developing an anaerobic process for industrial biomanufacturing. Its system offers predictable performance scaling, extended fermentation runs, and the use of low-cost bioreactors.

5 investors

Kite Magnetics develops Aeroperm®, an ultra-low-loss nanocrystalline material for electric motor stator cores that replaces conventional iron silicon steel. The company serves automotive OEMs, Tier 1/2 suppliers, UAV manufacturers, and aerospace companies seeking to improve electric motor efficiency and range.

5 investors

LI-IND develops patent-protected, closed-loop production technology for making low-cost, high-performance battery materials. The company automates traditionally manual processes to reduce economic and environmental costs and secure the supply of critical battery materials.

5 investors

Loliware develops seaweed-based materials ("SEA Tech") used to make plastic-free products and offers licensing of its resin technology to companies pursuing ESG and plastic-reduction goals. It targets businesses seeking sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics.

5 investors

Mango Materials develops biopolymers and biocomposites as sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics for consumer and industrial applications. The company focuses on creating environmentally-friendly materials sourced from natural processes.

5 investors

Milvus Advanced is a deeptech company that designs and manufactures high-performance nanomaterials and nanoalloys from abundant raw materials as replacements for scarce materials such as platinum-group metals. Its materials are engineered for integration into existing industrial systems.

5 investors

Mint develops a chemistry-based process to recover critical minerals from electronic waste, avoiding high-temperature smelting. Founded in New Zealand, it works with technology manufacturers to supply responsibly sourced critical metals for manufacturing supply chains.

5 investors

Mobius Materials operates a certified marketplace enabling contract manufacturers and OEMs to buy and sell excess electronic components directly, addressing annual waste of $15B in discarded components despite ongoing demand. The platform serves industries including consumer electronics, oil & gas, healthcare, gaming, and industrial systems globally.

5 investors

NanoGraf develops a silicon-based high-energy-density anode material intended to replace graphite anodes and improve the performance of lithium-ion batteries. Its technology targets applications ranging from military to consumer electronics and electric vehicles, offering gains in energy density, range, and cycle life.

5 investors

The Fynder Group develops a biotechnology platform using extremophile fungi to produce specialty ingredients, biopharmaceutical drugs, and bio-based materials for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and textile applications. The company leverages proprietary filamentous fungal strains to engineer high-performance solutions across multiple industries.

5 investors

Nelumbo develops PFAS-free surface coatings for anti-ice and water repellency, including IceNein for heat exchangers in refrigeration and HVAC systems to reduce ice formation and improve energy efficiency, and Mineral for durable water-repellent textiles. It serves refrigeration and HVAC asset owners and operators as well as textile manufacturers.

5 investors

NoBACZ Healthcare develops antibiotic-free, patented liquid barrier products for wound and lesion management, creating waterproof physical barriers that block microbes as an alternative to topical antimicrobials. Its biodegradable formulas target animal health applications such as protecting hooves, horn buds and udders in farm environments, with active research collaborations with universities.

5 investors

OTI Lumionics develops advanced materials for electronics, focused on key enabling materials for OLED displays used in next-generation consumer electronics and automotive, including electrode materials and self-assembly patterning technology. It uses a computational Materials Discovery Platform combining quantum simulations and machine learning with in-house pilot production testing, and works with Tier 1 chemical partners for scale-up.

5 investors

Phospholutions develops phosphorus fertilizer technology, including its patented RhizoSorb additive and RhizoSorb 8-39-0 product, designed to increase phosphorus efficiency and replace dry MAP and DAP fertilizers. It serves fertilizer manufacturers, retailers, and growers in agriculture.

5 investors