New Materials Startups

Inhibit Coatings develops antimicrobial coatings and additives that use silver permanently bound to polymer resin to inhibit bacterial growth without leaching. Its products target hygiene needs in healthcare, food processing, and public spaces, with availability in Australia and New Zealand.

7 investors

Kingdom Superculture develops functional health ingredients derived from natural microbes, targeting consumers seeking effective nutritional and health products. The company combines microbiology expertise with data science to engineer microbe-based ingredients.

7 investors

Kubik operates a circular economy model that turns urban waste, including plastic, into low-carbon building materials for industries such as cement, working with cities and municipalities to improve waste management. It runs in Ethiopian cities including Harar and Dire Dawa, with a focus on African cities.

7 investors

Landsdowne Labs develops button battery technology that deactivates batteries after accidental ingestion to address health risks. The company commercializes advanced material science solutions for global manufacturers.

7 investors

Magrathea develops a new electrolytic process to produce magnesium metal from seawater and brines, aiming to establish American and Western supply of this defense-critical material currently dominated by China.

7 investors

Mangrove Lithium is a cleantech company that develops a patented, feedstock-flexible electrochemical refining technology to convert diverse lithium feedstocks into battery-grade lithium hydroxide and carbonate. It is building commercial lithium refining facilities in Canada to supply materials for electric vehicle batteries and strengthen the North American battery supply chain.

7 investors

Material Evolution develops low-carbon cement using a proprietary alkali fusion process that operates at ambient temperatures, significantly reducing emissions compared to conventional cement production. The company serves architects, engineers, and construction firms seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional cement, using AI and machine learning to optimize material selection and manufacturing efficiency.

7 investors

Melt&Marble uses precision fermentation, microbial metabolic engineering, and synthetic biology to produce fats and ingredients aimed at creating more sustainable food products. The company develops and scales bioprocesses to translate its scientific work into large-scale, cost-effective manufacturing for the food and agri-food industry.

7 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.

7 investors

MycoWorks produces Reishi, a premium biomaterial made from Fine Mycelium, used as a sustainable leather alternative in furniture, design, and automotive products. The company works with designers, studios, and brands such as Ligne Roset and Cadillac to create finished goods.

7 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.

7 investors

Osmoses develops a membrane technology for purifying and separating gas molecules, aimed at making industrial gas separation processes more energy-efficient. It targets industrial separation applications tied to the energy transition and decarbonization.

7 investors

PACT develops earth-positive biomaterials for the fashion industry, scaling them up for supply to partner brands. The company runs a research and development laboratory and pilot facilities where scientists, engineers and designers create sustainable materials.

7 investors

Paragon Pure develops plant-based food ingredients designed to reduce environmental impact while improving nutritional value. The company serves food manufacturers and uses material science to create sustainable alternatives in the plant-based food ecosystem.

7 investors

Puraffinity specializes in PFAS science, water treatment, and commercialization of related technologies. The company serves customers and partners requiring solutions for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances remediation and water treatment at scale.

7 investors

QuantumScape develops solid-state lithium-metal batteries with ceramic electrolyte separators for electric vehicles, enabling faster charging, longer range, and improved safety compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries. The company aims to accelerate the electrification of transportation and decarbonization through next-generation battery technology.

7 investors

Ruby Bio develops biosynthesis technology and scale-up solutions for specialty chemicals, biofuels, and alternative proteins. The company serves manufacturers and food producers seeking sustainable, bio-derived alternatives to traditional chemical and protein sources.

7 investors

Shellworks develops VIVOMER, a compostable material made by collaborating with microorganisms that produce natural polymers, designed to perform like plastic but break down without leaving waste. The company works with manufacturers using existing infrastructure to replace conventional permanent plastics.

7 investors

Solidec builds autonomous electrolyzer-based generators that use air, water, and electricity to produce essential chemicals on site and on demand, removing supply-chain, delivery, and storage burdens. The company develops electrochemical reactor technology for sustainable, emissionless chemical and fuel manufacturing.

7 investors

Tidal Vision produces chitosan-based solutions for applications including water treatment, agriculture, and material science.

7 investors

Wild Microbes uses synthetic biology to engineer microbes sourced from diverse wild biomes into production hosts for biomanufacturing high-performance ingredients. Its product pipeline spans emulsifiers, cleansers, vitamins, supplements, and industrial chemicals for partners seeking renewable, microbe-made inputs.

7 investors

EneCoat Technologies develops and manufactures perovskite solar cells (PSCs) and related materials. The company specializes in advanced solar cell technology and materials for the renewable energy sector.

7 investors

Pixie Dust Technologies develops hardware products and services based on ultrasonic and sound research, including a hair care device using non-contact vibration pressure stimulation, open-ear earphones and TV speakers using gamma-wave sound, sound-absorbing materials, and indoor positioning and spatial DX platforms. Its offerings span consumer wellness devices, accessibility services for hearing and translation, and acoustic materials.

7 investors

Miresso develops beryllium materials and supply chain solutions for fusion energy applications. The company aims to enable stable beryllium supply for commercial fusion reactor deployment.

7 investors