Kfobix
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Kfobix is a technology company specializing in the development and application of advanced nanocomposite coatings for enhancing the durability and efficiency of energy infrastructure. The company's flagship product is a patented superhydrophobic coating, designed to prevent ice formation and water accumulation on surfaces such as wind turbine blades and power lines. This coating, applied via a simple spray method, offers high transparency, long-lasting durability, and ease of application, thereby reducing maintenance costs and operational disruptions in the energy sector. Additionally, Kfobix is pioneering anti-dirt coatings for solar panels, aiming to maximize their efficiency and output. The company's mission is to facilitate a seamless transition to renewable energy sources by addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the sector, ultimately promoting a cleaner, more reliable, and sustainable energy future.
Gisens Biotech
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Gisens Biotech is a biotechnology company focused on bioelectronics and nanotechnology, developing portable diagnostics such as the Nano-Lab, a device that provides real-time measurements of biomarkers from tiny samples of blood, urine, or saliva. The Nano-Lab aims to deliver accurate, portable biomarker analysis and interpretation, potentially changing how measurements are performed. The company is also pursuing a nanotechnology-based platform to diagnose and monitor renal biomarkers—urea, creatinine, and potassium—from a single blood drop, with results accessible through an application for real-time health monitoring.
Coreshell Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, Coreshell Technologies specializes in advanced materials engineering for lithium-ion batteries. The company focuses on enhancing battery performance and lifespan through its proprietary nanolayer thin-film coating technology, catering primarily to the electric vehicle and grid storage markets.
Mat3ra
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Mat3ra is a software platform that accelerates the research and development of advanced materials through modeling and simulations. It combines high-fidelity simulations, large-scale data analytics, and machine learning in a hosted environment for public and private cloud deployments, enabling materials scientists to design and discover nanoscale materials and chemicals and to learn and deploy physics-based AI and machine learning modeling tools.
Serinus Labs
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Serinus Labs, Inc. is a manufacturer of nano-scale silicon gas sensors, established in 2017 and based in Berkeley, California. The company specializes in developing integrated chip-scale gas sensors tailored for various industries, including health and safety, automotive, consumer electronics, and healthcare. Serinus Labs offers custom solutions that address both existing and emerging market needs. In particular, the company focuses on providing ultra-low-power trace gas sensors for Li-ion battery state-of-health monitoring, which enhances battery intelligence in electric vehicles. Through its innovative technology, Serinus Labs aims to meet critical demands across strategic markets.
Coreshell Technologies
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Founded in 2017, Coreshell Technologies specializes in advanced materials engineering for lithium-ion batteries. The company focuses on enhancing battery performance and lifespan through its proprietary nanolayer thin-film coating technology, catering primarily to the electric vehicle and grid storage markets.
Empire Biotechnologies
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Empire Biotechnologies is a therapeutics company focused on developing innovative treatments for diseases of malabsorption, particularly through its orally delivered protein therapeutic, Mfge8. Established in 2013, the company aims to translate advanced research from the SUNY College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering and the University of California San Francisco into commercially viable solutions. By leveraging novel integrin biology, Empire Biotechnologies seeks to address significant unmet medical needs related to gastrointestinal conditions, thereby enhancing nutrient absorption for patients suffering from various disorders. Their commitment is centered on creating effective therapies that can meaningfully improve patient outcomes.
Pinpoint Science
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Pinpoint Science, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company focused on developing innovative bio-electronic diagnostics for the rapid detection, diagnosis, and surveillance of infectious diseases globally. Established in 2015, the company has created a diagnostics device that utilizes advanced nanosensor technology. This device employs swappable cartridges to identify pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi, in various biofluids such as blood and saliva. By enabling label-free electrical detection of specific biomolecules, Pinpoint Science aims to enhance the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of infectious disease diagnostics, ultimately transforming the healthcare sector's approach to disease management.
Empire Biotechnologies
Seed Round in 2018
Empire Biotechnologies is a therapeutics company focused on developing innovative treatments for diseases of malabsorption, particularly through its orally delivered protein therapeutic, Mfge8. Established in 2013, the company aims to translate advanced research from the SUNY College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering and the University of California San Francisco into commercially viable solutions. By leveraging novel integrin biology, Empire Biotechnologies seeks to address significant unmet medical needs related to gastrointestinal conditions, thereby enhancing nutrient absorption for patients suffering from various disorders. Their commitment is centered on creating effective therapies that can meaningfully improve patient outcomes.
Mekonos
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Founded in 2017, Mekonos specializes in the development of gene and cell therapies. The company designs integrated system-on-a-chip technology to create predictive models for discovery and development, and operates a proprietary cell-engineering platform based on scalable silicon technology.
Jadoo Technologies
Non Equity Assistance in 2014
Jadoo Technologies is a developer of a nanotechnology platform that features a programmable array of nanostructures, incorporating bundles of carbon nanotubes that are individually and electrically addressable. This innovative platform supports a wide range of applications, including e-beam nano-writing and lithography, back-lighting for imaging, solar cells, biosensors, microarrays, and lab-on-chip devices for clinical use. Additionally, it contributes to research and development in supercapacitors. By leveraging its cutting-edge technology, Jadoo Technologies aims to deliver transformative solutions that enhance various industries and everyday applications.