New Materials Startups

qCella develops a paper-thin, flexible radiation heating mat made from copper-functionalized cellulose fibers, aimed primarily at making electric vehicle cabin heating more energy-efficient and extending driving range. The company also targets specialty paper manufacturers, polymer compound makers, and industrial applications such as adsorption-desorption and food processing.

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Qorium develops cell-cultured leather grown from a single animal cell sample, producing uniform collagen sheets that integrate into existing tannery and leather-goods production processes. It partners with tanneries and global brands to supply real leather for luxury products such as bags, automotive interiors, and footwear without slaughtering animals.

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Qtech manufactures high-tech materials for lighting and innovation applications. The company develops advanced materials designed to transform industries and create future-focused solutions.

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Quantiam Technologies develops advanced materials, catalysts, and coatings for industrial applications, including low-carbon fuels and energy (clean methanol, hydrogen, and SAF/diesel), wear and corrosion solutions for resource extraction and defence, and functional-catalytic and inert coatings for the petrochemical and ethylene manufacturing industry. It serves energy, resource extraction, defence, and petrochemical customers.

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Quantum Copper develops halogen-free, lightweight fire-retardant battery components — including separators, current collectors, and casings — based on self-extinguishing ionic polymers to improve the fire safety of lithium-ion batteries. Its products target battery packs for electric vehicles, eVTOLs, utilities, electronics, wearables, and industrial applications.

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A full-service metal fabrication company serving utility, industrial, and commercial customers, offering custom metal components, powder coating, mechanical assembly, and specialized products like UL-listed electrical enclosures. It handles work ranging from one-off prototypes to high-volume production with in-house engineering, laser cutting, metal forming, and welding, and is based in Coffee County, Tennessee.

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Quantum Qool develops thermal management technology for extreme environments, focused on radiative cooling components such as thermal radiators, leading edges, cold plates, nose cones and enclosures. It targets advanced spacecraft, satellites, landers, rovers, hypersonic vehicles and power electronics where convection and conduction are constrained.

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QuantumCat (퀀텀캣) develops gold-based catalyst technology described as super-active and ultra-stable. The company positions its catalysts toward environmental goals such as cleaner air and water.

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Quemix provides quantum computing technology support and talent-development programs, along with materials simulation services and platforms for research and industrial materials calculation. It offers cloud-based tools and contract materials-computation services to companies working on quantum-based material design.

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Qumir Nano develops crop protection and plant health products by combining microbial metabolites with nanostructured delivery systems to improve crop performance while reducing chemical inputs. Its technology targets agricultural challenges such as fungal disease, soil degradation and climate variability for farmers.

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QustomDot develops cadmium-free, solvent-free quantum dot inkjet inks for direct on-chip color conversion, marketed under its QustomJet platform. Its products are aimed at display manufacturers producing wide-color-gamut displays for televisions, signage, wearables, and automotive using industrial inkjet manufacturing lines.

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R3 develops industrial FFF (fused filament fabrication) 3D printers, including the R3 Printer and R3 Printer Ultra, built for high-temperature and reinforced polymer production using materials such as PEEK, PEKK, and PEI/Ultem. The machines are designed and built in the USA for production applications requiring high uptime and throughput.

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R3 Vascular develops bioresorbable vascular scaffolds made from a proprietary polymer using a proprietary manufacturing process. It operates in the medical device field for vascular treatment.

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Radial Bio makes compostable packaging along with sustainable substitutes for timber and for animal and plastic leather, aimed at protecting and packaging products.

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Radio Fuels is a mineral exploration company whose flagship, wholly owned Eco Ridge Project in Elliot Lake, Ontario targets uranium and rare earth element (REE) resources in a historically mined district. It is pursuing a consolidate-and-hold strategy across uranium properties, with resources reported for uranium oxide and associated rare earth metals.

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Radius Packaging designs and manufactures rigid plastic packaging using blow molding and injection molding platforms, offering both off-the-shelf and custom solutions. It serves industries including food and specialty beverage, nutrition and wellness, home care, healthcare, and professional cleaning.

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Radix Wire & Cable designs and manufactures high-temperature wire and cable rated from 125°C to 1010°C for use in extreme and severe environments. The company, operating since 1944, serves industrial applications requiring durable wiring under harsh conditions.

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Rapid Liquid Print develops elastomer manufacturing using its patented Gravity Free Manufacturing technology powered by Veer, producing 3D-printed silicone products and inflatables with high elongation properties. The company targets mass customization and complex designs for products across multiple industries.

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Ravel develops a proprietary Purification Recycling process that separates and recovers materials from blended-fiber textiles to reduce landfill waste. It targets the fashion and textile industry with a focus on enabling circularity for blended fabrics.

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RDC Coatings (formerly R&D Coatings) formulates and manufactures custom energy-cured coatings, including UV, Excimer UV, electron-beam, and water-based finishes, for manufacturers applying coatings to wood, furniture, and other substrates. The company develops formulations based on each customer's substrate, application method, and curing technology, and offers process auditing and lab testing.

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Re-Nuble makes circular growing inputs for indoor agriculture, including ReNu Terra hydroponic grow mats and Away We Grow organic liquid nutrients derived from vegetative waste. Its products serve vertical farms, greenhouses, and home growers seeking higher yields, reduced pathogen risk, and less waste.

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ReAct Materials develops catalyst-based water purification technology designed to remove PFAS (forever chemicals) from water systems. The company serves communities and organizations seeking alternatives to traditional water treatment methods.

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Reaforma develops carbon-negative cement by integrating novel power-cycles into cement production to remove the cost of carbon capture. The company operates in the cement manufacturing and carbon reduction space.

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Reagent Chemical supplies and transports hydrochloric acid (HCl) and caustic products, serving industrial customers across multiple sectors in North America. It operates over 45 locations, a fleet of tractors and trailers, and more than 3,000 rubber-lined HCl railcars, described as the largest HCl rail fleet in North America.

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