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Our technology provides a passive, non-invasive X-ray imaging technology that can be used to i) visualize the percolation of process fluids across leaching heaps at scale; ii) monitor the stability of dams, heaps, mining assetts; iii) other industrial and minidng applications where density measurements are of key importance to improve safety and productivity.

Alloy Enterprises Inc., based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in developing 3D printing technologies aimed at addressing inefficiencies in traditional manufacturing processes. Incorporated in 2020, the company focuses on industrial engineering and manufacturing solutions, particularly in the production of aluminum components. Alloy Enterprises has created an innovative aluminum additive technology that allows for the production of dense and cost-effective parts without the use of expensive and hazardous powders. This advancement enables clients to overcome the limitations posed by conventional manufacturing methods, promoting innovation and facilitating progress in lightweight design and emissions reduction.

Minerva Lithium develops critical mineral extraction techniques. The company was founded in Greensboro, North Carolina in the year 2020.

ElectraSteel uses intermittent renewable energy for the electrification and decarbonization of iron and steelmaking. ElectraSteel's investors include leading sustainability-focused global venture capital funds with $300B+ assets under management.

MineraLogic is a geochemistry consultancy firm based in Duluth, Minnesota, founded in 2016. The company specializes in helping clients identify risks and opportunities stemming from geochemical reactions involving minerals, water, and the atmosphere. MineraLogic provides a structured approach to understanding the distribution and mobility of chemical elements within geological systems. This expertise enables clients to effectively manage geochemical relationships that can significantly influence the success of their projects.

Alpha-En Corporation, based in Yonkers, New York, is a development stage company focused on creating technologies for the environmentally sustainable manufacturing of high-purity lithium metal and associated battery components. Founded in 1969, the company specializes in lightweight, high energy density batteries, aiming to advance next-generation battery technologies. Alpha-En has developed a unique production process for lithium metal that operates at room temperature, minimizing environmental impact while enhancing cost-effectiveness. The company's innovations include protected anodes and various lithium compounds, positioning it as a key player in the evolving clean technology sector.

NUMiX Materials is a specialized water treatment company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company focuses on the development and supply of patented sorbents designed to effectively remove dissolved heavy metals from contaminated water. Its innovative approach enhances water treatment processes by minimizing the need for treatment additives, simplifying operational procedures, and reducing costs associated with hazardous waste disposal. NUMiX Materials aims to help clients achieve compliance with process and regulatory standards, regardless of the initial water chemistry, thereby addressing complex liquid stream challenges.

Our technology provides a passive, non-invasive X-ray imaging technology that can be used to i) visualize the percolation of process fluids across leaching heaps at scale; ii) monitor the stability of dams, heaps, mining assetts; iii) other industrial and minidng applications where density measurements are of key importance to improve safety and productivity.

Developer of a material manufacturing technology designed to specialize in the areas of additive manufacturing, machine learning, and sustainable materials processing. The company's technology provides an online portal for the purchase of quality-controlled, custom-processed, and custom-packaged powders for the cold spray and additive manufacturing that are processed as per quality standards, and customized data management systems are incorporated directly into manufacturing cells, enabling clients to have real-time, secure cloud synchronization and build machine-learning-powered feedback controls to maximize process performance.

Synmatter, founded in 2015 and based in Orlando, Florida, specializes in the development of anticorrosive pigments designed for the production of smart particles that enhance metal protection and antifouling coatings. These pigments can be integrated into a variety of polymers, including coatings, varnishes, plastics, resins, caulks, putties, sealants, and adhesives. Synmatter's innovations serve multiple industries, particularly automotive, aerospace, and marine, providing effective solutions to protect vehicles, aircraft, and ships from corrosion.

Developer of space materials and software intended to optimize materials and manufacturing by removing the gravitational force. The company's platform provides rapid prototyping and commercialization of gravity-independent new materials to turn into design parameters, enabling clients to avail themselves of a selection of heavy metal fluoride glass products.

Alloy Enterprises Inc., based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in developing 3D printing technologies aimed at addressing inefficiencies in traditional manufacturing processes. Incorporated in 2020, the company focuses on industrial engineering and manufacturing solutions, particularly in the production of aluminum components. Alloy Enterprises has created an innovative aluminum additive technology that allows for the production of dense and cost-effective parts without the use of expensive and hazardous powders. This advancement enables clients to overcome the limitations posed by conventional manufacturing methods, promoting innovation and facilitating progress in lightweight design and emissions reduction.

Boston Materials, Inc. is a materials science company based in Bedford, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in manufacturing 3D reinforced carbon fiber pre-pregs, including its innovative Carbon Supercomposite, which is magnetically assembled. Boston Materials' products cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and sports equipment, as well as general purpose applications. The company's focus on developing high-strength composites positions it at the forefront of advanced material technology.

Interphase Materials Holdings, LLC, established in 2015 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in developing advanced materials and surface treatment technologies aimed at enhancing the efficiency of industrial cooling systems. The company's innovative solutions focus on improving heat transfer and reducing maintenance costs, catering to a diverse clientele that includes power plants, commercial and industrial HVAC systems, international heat exchanger manufacturers, and the U.S. Navy. Interphase's HTE system has demonstrated an improvement in heat exchanger heat transfer efficiency by 5-10% in preliminary tests, solidifying its role in advancing cooling technologies.

Manufacturer of industrial chemicals intended for replacement of precious metals. The company utilizes photocatalysts and light instead of heat to produce chemicals, offering features like low-energy consumption and the ability to upcycle captured carbon dioxide into valuable products, enabling the chemical industry to reduce its environmental footprint and potentially create new pathways for carbon capture and utilization.

Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.

Provider of services in energy and materials science industry. The company provides technological services for solving technical issues in the field of energy and materials science. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

Provider of environmental biochemical research, education, and technology-related services intended to address global environmental challenges. The company's services include phosphorus management, management of soil organic carbon and enhancing soil quality, biogeochemical modeling for forest management, carbon trading and capture, mineral synthesis and characterization, and acid mine drainage, enabling scientists and engineers to address challenges related to food security, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity.

Manufacturer of industrial chemicals intended for replacement of precious metals. The company utilizes photocatalysts and light instead of heat to produce chemicals, offering features like low-energy consumption and the ability to upcycle captured carbon dioxide into valuable products, enabling the chemical industry to reduce its environmental footprint and potentially create new pathways for carbon capture and utilization.

Phoenix Tailings Inc. is a Massachusetts-based company that focuses on the recycling and re-mining of mining tailings and hazardous by-products, such as Bauxite Residue, to produce essential metal products. Founded in 2019, the company aims to extract strategic materials critical to various industries, including aerospace, defense, automotive, biotechnology, and electronics. By treating mining and refining waste as new ore, Phoenix Tailings provides an innovative solution to eliminate hazardous environmental waste while creating primary metals sustainably and economically. This approach not only addresses the demand for metals in multiple sectors but also promotes environmentally friendly practices by offering carbon-free alternatives.

Developer of an electron paramagnetic resonance sensor designed to help in industrial process monitoring. The company's sensor offers first in-field, inline and harsh environment electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscope for permanent online monitoring and prediction of asphaltites deposition and corrosion onset that can be tracked through their data processing and analytics software, enabling oil and gas industries to monitor pipeline and downhole.

Malachite Technologies, founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in providing fully integrated equipment and process services aimed at facilitating the transition of material science innovations from the laboratory to industrial applications. The company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including the design and fabrication of ultra-high vacuum and atmospheric pressure chambers, as well as physical and chemical vapor deposition coating systems. Additionally, Malachite Technologies provides automated production systems and thin film analysis, among other related products and services. This enables clients to receive customized tools and process support efficiently, ensuring that they can implement their breakthroughs effectively in manufacturing environments.

Developer of a material manufacturing technology designed to specialize in the areas of additive manufacturing, machine learning, and sustainable materials processing. The company's technology provides an online portal for the purchase of quality-controlled, custom-processed, and custom-packaged powders for the cold spray and additive manufacturing that are processed as per quality standards, and customized data management systems are incorporated directly into manufacturing cells, enabling clients to have real-time, secure cloud synchronization and build machine-learning-powered feedback controls to maximize process performance.

Synmatter, founded in 2015 and based in Orlando, Florida, specializes in the development of anticorrosive pigments designed for the production of smart particles that enhance metal protection and antifouling coatings. These pigments can be integrated into a variety of polymers, including coatings, varnishes, plastics, resins, caulks, putties, sealants, and adhesives. Synmatter's innovations serve multiple industries, particularly automotive, aerospace, and marine, providing effective solutions to protect vehicles, aircraft, and ships from corrosion.

Saratoga Energy Research Partners is focused on developing an innovative and cost-effective process to synthesize graphite from carbon dioxide. The company's technology utilizes electrochemical methods to separate CO2 into oxygen and graphitic carbon, which is a vital component for lithium-ion batteries. The graphite produced through this process is particularly advantageous for fast-charging electric vehicles and grid storage, making it suitable for a wide range of energy and industrial applications. Additionally, Saratoga is involved in the development of carbon nanotubes, which are nano-scale carbon fibers that exhibit high strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal conductivity. These properties enable various sectors to leverage fast charging solutions at competitive prices.

Developer of process improvement technology designed to offer continuous improvement of specialty alloy production. The company's technology detects safety-critical events including side arcs, improves the arc distribution, and performs process monitoring of control systems, enabling clients to easily perform multi-physics computational modeling as well as develop other integrated measurement systems.

Provider of services in energy and materials science industry. The company provides technological services for solving technical issues in the field of energy and materials science. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

Boston Materials, Inc. is a materials science company based in Bedford, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in manufacturing 3D reinforced carbon fiber pre-pregs, including its innovative Carbon Supercomposite, which is magnetically assembled. Boston Materials' products cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and sports equipment, as well as general purpose applications. The company's focus on developing high-strength composites positions it at the forefront of advanced material technology.

Manufacturer of semiconductor materials and components intended to support telecommunication, power, quantum, and advanced sensors. The company specializes in radiation detectors, high-voltage switches, and integrated circuits, enabling fabricators to design and fabricate semiconducting diamond components via cleanroom processing, lithography, and surface modifications.

3DEO, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Gardena, California, specializes in manufacturing stainless steel metal components using advanced metal additive manufacturing technology. This patented technology allows for the production of high-quality metal parts at significantly lower costs and enables the creation of complex designs that may be difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. 3DEO serves a diverse range of industries by delivering customized stainless steel parts tailored to various applications. The company's innovative approach not only streamlines the manufacturing process with immediate turnaround times but also supports clients in transitioning from prototype to scaled production through intelligent layering technology and consulting services in additive design.

Elementum 3D, Inc. is a research and development company based in Erie, Colorado, specializing in additive manufacturing. Founded in 2014, it focuses on the creation of advanced materials, including metals, composites, and ceramics specifically designed for the 3D printing industry. The company produces a variety of products such as aluminum Metal-Matrix Composites, tungsten, copper, nickel and steel Metal-Matrix Composites, nickel titanium, and cemented carbide. These materials are engineered to withstand high loads while providing resistance to abrasion, heat, oxidation, and corrosion. Elementum 3D aims to meet the growing demands of the printing industry by delivering high-quality materials that enhance performance and reliability.

Designer and developer of solutions designed for the recovery of high-value materials using highly-selective adsorbents. The company enables clients cost-effective management of challenging large volume industrial wastes through transformation to scandium which are used in next-generation technologies in energy, transportation, defense, space and beyond.

Big Blue Technologies specializes in high-temperature thermal processes for upgrading the value of minerals and ores into metals and ceramics. Currently, BBT is developing a thermal magnesium metal production process.

Founded in 2015, based on a technology out of Professor Wang's group at WPI, Battery Resourcers, is committed to changing the dynamics for processing end of life lithium ion batteries. Currently most lithium ion batteries are landfilled. If they are recycled only the metal value from the batteries is recovered. Battery Resourcers proprietary process allows one to directly synthesize new cathode materials from spent lithium ion cells. Battery Resourcers will be able to deliver low cost cathode materials to the lithium ion battery market enabling green technologies and resulting in less landfilled material a more sustainable pathway forward.

Provider of environmental biochemical research, education, and technology-related services intended to address global environmental challenges. The company's services include phosphorus management, management of soil organic carbon and enhancing soil quality, biogeochemical modeling for forest management, carbon trading and capture, mineral synthesis and characterization, and acid mine drainage, enabling scientists and engineers to address challenges related to food security, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity.

Bert Thin Films, LLC is a manufacturer based in Louisville, Kentucky, specializing in copper paste for solar panel production. Founded in 2014, the company has developed a patented product known as CuBert™, which serves as a direct substitute for traditional silver paste used in solar panel manufacturing. This innovative copper-based paste can be applied using the same screen-printing equipment and fired in existing belt furnaces, allowing solar panel manufacturers to adopt the material without any significant changes to their production processes. By utilizing Bert Thin Films' copper paste, manufacturers can achieve considerable cost savings while maintaining production efficiency.

LumiShield Technologies Inc. specializes in anti-corrosion products specifically designed for the metal plating industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company provides innovative aluminum electroplating technologies, including aluminum films of varying thicknesses for application on steel. LumiShield's flagship product, Lumidize, introduces a breakthrough aluminum oxide coating that enhances paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, addressing the long-standing lack of innovation in the $11 billion metal pretreatment market. This product is beneficial to various sectors, including biomedical, automotive, aerospace, infrastructure, electronics, manufacturing, marine, and consumer goods. Lumidize is compatible with a wide range of metal substrates and multi-metal components, allowing manufacturers to use existing equipment while simplifying processes and reducing costs. Additionally, it helps mitigate significant environmental issues associated with traditional technologies.

Massachusetts Materials Technologies, founded in 2014 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, is an MIT spin-off focused on transforming innovative ideas into commercially viable products in materials, mechanics, and manufacturing. The company specializes in nondestructive technologies that measure the strength and toughness of materials, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Its advanced instrumentation allows for the accurate assessment of the mechanical properties of pipelines without disrupting service or requiring pipe cutouts. This capability supports the energy industry in evaluating the integrity of natural gas pipelines, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Saratoga Energy Research Partners is focused on developing an innovative and cost-effective process to synthesize graphite from carbon dioxide. The company's technology utilizes electrochemical methods to separate CO2 into oxygen and graphitic carbon, which is a vital component for lithium-ion batteries. The graphite produced through this process is particularly advantageous for fast-charging electric vehicles and grid storage, making it suitable for a wide range of energy and industrial applications. Additionally, Saratoga is involved in the development of carbon nanotubes, which are nano-scale carbon fibers that exhibit high strength, electrical conductivity, and thermal conductivity. These properties enable various sectors to leverage fast charging solutions at competitive prices.

Infinium, Inc. is a clean metals company that specializes in the development and commercialization of lightweight and magnetic materials. The company manufactures a range of metals, including magnesium, titanium, tantalum, neodymium, dysprosium, and solar-grade silicon, utilizing a low-energy solid oxide membrane electrolysis process. Infinium provides magnesium for lightweight, fuel-efficient vehicles and aircraft components, as well as neodymium for magnets used in wind turbines and hybrid or electric vehicles. The company also offers elements for high power-to-weight generators and magnesium casings for consumer electronics. Infinium is committed to sustainability by providing domestic recycling solutions for client magnesium and rare earth materials. The company's diverse clientele spans the aerospace, automotive, consumer technology, defense, energy, and mass transit industries. Founded in 2008 in Natick, Massachusetts, Infinium was previously known as Metal Oxygen Separation Technologies, Inc., adopting its current name in March 2013.

Malachite Technologies, founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in providing fully integrated equipment and process services aimed at facilitating the transition of material science innovations from the laboratory to industrial applications. The company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including the design and fabrication of ultra-high vacuum and atmospheric pressure chambers, as well as physical and chemical vapor deposition coating systems. Additionally, Malachite Technologies provides automated production systems and thin film analysis, among other related products and services. This enables clients to receive customized tools and process support efficiently, ensuring that they can implement their breakthroughs effectively in manufacturing environments.

Developer of process improvement technology designed to offer continuous improvement of specialty alloy production. The company's technology detects safety-critical events including side arcs, improves the arc distribution, and performs process monitoring of control systems, enabling clients to easily perform multi-physics computational modeling as well as develop other integrated measurement systems.

3DEO, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Gardena, California, specializes in manufacturing stainless steel metal components using advanced metal additive manufacturing technology. This patented technology allows for the production of high-quality metal parts at significantly lower costs and enables the creation of complex designs that may be difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. 3DEO serves a diverse range of industries by delivering customized stainless steel parts tailored to various applications. The company's innovative approach not only streamlines the manufacturing process with immediate turnaround times but also supports clients in transitioning from prototype to scaled production through intelligent layering technology and consulting services in additive design.

Elementum 3D, Inc. is a research and development company based in Erie, Colorado, specializing in additive manufacturing. Founded in 2014, it focuses on the creation of advanced materials, including metals, composites, and ceramics specifically designed for the 3D printing industry. The company produces a variety of products such as aluminum Metal-Matrix Composites, tungsten, copper, nickel and steel Metal-Matrix Composites, nickel titanium, and cemented carbide. These materials are engineered to withstand high loads while providing resistance to abrasion, heat, oxidation, and corrosion. Elementum 3D aims to meet the growing demands of the printing industry by delivering high-quality materials that enhance performance and reliability.

PowerTech Water, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and marketing advanced water treatment products. Its flagship offering, CapCo, is an electrochemical filter designed to effectively remove various metals from water, addressing the needs of industries such as batteries, microelectronics, electroplating, automotive, metal finishing, mining, food and beverage, and oil and gas. The filter targets a range of metals, including lead, copper, manganese, iron, silver, gold, mercury, zinc, nickel, and aluminum. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, PowerTech Water aims to provide water-intensive industries with access to affordable and environmentally friendly clean water solutions.

Big Blue Technologies specializes in high-temperature thermal processes for upgrading the value of minerals and ores into metals and ceramics. Currently, BBT is developing a thermal magnesium metal production process.

Developer of ultrahigh strength metals designed to offer plastics-like processability. The company offers custom components using amorphous metals, novel thermoplastic forming processes, bulk metallic glasses that belong to a class of materials that offer properties superior to steel, titanium, and aluminum alloys, and they exhibit unique processability, deliver precision, geometries, and specifications that surpass the capabilities of other metal manufacturing methods, enabling customers to develop new product designs, provide lightweight solutions, improve properties, miniaturize components, and enhance the structural integrity of products.

Developer of catalysts and specialty materials for automotive exhaust and reforming applications designed to help in high-temperature catalytic processes. The company's materials help in natural gas conversion to synthesis gas in high aromatic, high sulfur, and high-temperature environments, enabling businesses to save capital and operating costs by providing uninterrupted performance for extended periods.

SIAS Global is a geospatial technology innovation that provides data analytics for regulatory permitted and surety bonded industrial mining. The company was founded in 2009 by Russell F. Schimmer and is based in Woodbridge, Connecticut.

Ascend Elements specializes in the sustainable manufacturing of battery materials by utilizing elements extracted from discarded lithium-ion batteries. The company employs advanced hydro process recycling and direct recycling techniques to deconstruct old cathode materials at the atomic level, facilitating the creation of new cathode materials. This innovative approach allows clients to achieve a favorable return on assets while promoting economically viable recycling and affordable battery materials. Ascend Elements' patented Hydro-to-Cathode™ technology enhances the efficiency of producing new cathode materials from spent lithium-ion cells compared to traditional methods, leading to reduced costs, improved performance, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Founded in 2015, Ascend Elements is positioned as a leader in transforming battery resource processing and sustainability in the industry.

LumiShield Technologies Inc. specializes in anti-corrosion products specifically designed for the metal plating industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company provides innovative aluminum electroplating technologies, including aluminum films of varying thicknesses for application on steel. LumiShield's flagship product, Lumidize, introduces a breakthrough aluminum oxide coating that enhances paint adhesion and corrosion resistance, addressing the long-standing lack of innovation in the $11 billion metal pretreatment market. This product is beneficial to various sectors, including biomedical, automotive, aerospace, infrastructure, electronics, manufacturing, marine, and consumer goods. Lumidize is compatible with a wide range of metal substrates and multi-metal components, allowing manufacturers to use existing equipment while simplifying processes and reducing costs. Additionally, it helps mitigate significant environmental issues associated with traditional technologies.

NanoAl LLC is a materials research and technology company based in Ashland, Massachusetts, focused on the design, development, and commercialization of high-performance aluminum alloys. The company specializes in creating alloys that utilize scientifically engineered nanostructures, which enhance their quality and performance. Through its innovative approach, NanoAl aims to provide clients with advanced aluminum materials that meet specific industry needs.

Massachusetts Materials Technologies, founded in 2014 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, is an MIT spin-off focused on transforming innovative ideas into commercially viable products in materials, mechanics, and manufacturing. The company specializes in nondestructive technologies that measure the strength and toughness of materials, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Its advanced instrumentation allows for the accurate assessment of the mechanical properties of pipelines without disrupting service or requiring pipe cutouts. This capability supports the energy industry in evaluating the integrity of natural gas pipelines, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Boston Metal is a technology company specializing in industrial-scale metal production solutions through its innovative Molten Oxide Electrolysis (MOE) process. Founded in 2012 as a spin-out from MIT, the company focuses on providing the metals industry with an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly method for producing various metals and alloys from diverse feedstocks. The MOE technology employs an electrolytic cell to convert raw iron ore into ferroalloys, which are essential for manufacturing specific grades of steel. Since its inception, Boston Metal has successfully scaled its technology by 1,000 times, producing thousands of kilograms of metal. The company is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, where it operates its industrial development center.

PowerTech Water, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and marketing advanced water treatment products. Its flagship offering, CapCo, is an electrochemical filter designed to effectively remove various metals from water, addressing the needs of industries such as batteries, microelectronics, electroplating, automotive, metal finishing, mining, food and beverage, and oil and gas. The filter targets a range of metals, including lead, copper, manganese, iron, silver, gold, mercury, zinc, nickel, and aluminum. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, PowerTech Water aims to provide water-intensive industries with access to affordable and environmentally friendly clean water solutions.

Liquid X is a company specializing in the development of innovative metallic inks that enable the printing of functional components for various electronic devices. Their inks, which contain actual metal atoms rather than nanoparticles or metal flakes, offer superior properties such as high conductivity, thin and precise features, and excellent adhesion. This unique formulation allows for low-temperature processing and short production times, making it possible to use a wide range of substrates, including paper, gauze, and flexible plastics. Liquid X collaborates with manufacturers in the electronics industry to create applications such as sensors, heating elements, and smart textiles. The versatility of their inks supports various deposition methods, including inkjet, flexography, and gravure, positioning Liquid X as a key player in the emerging market for advanced electronic materials.

Bert Thin Films, LLC is a manufacturer based in Louisville, Kentucky, specializing in copper paste for solar panel production. Founded in 2014, the company has developed a patented product known as CuBert™, which serves as a direct substitute for traditional silver paste used in solar panel manufacturing. This innovative copper-based paste can be applied using the same screen-printing equipment and fired in existing belt furnaces, allowing solar panel manufacturers to adopt the material without any significant changes to their production processes. By utilizing Bert Thin Films' copper paste, manufacturers can achieve considerable cost savings while maintaining production efficiency.

Developer of ultrahigh strength metals designed to offer plastics-like processability. The company offers custom components using amorphous metals, novel thermoplastic forming processes, bulk metallic glasses that belong to a class of materials that offer properties superior to steel, titanium, and aluminum alloys, and they exhibit unique processability, deliver precision, geometries, and specifications that surpass the capabilities of other metal manufacturing methods, enabling customers to develop new product designs, provide lightweight solutions, improve properties, miniaturize components, and enhance the structural integrity of products.

NuMat Technologies, based in Skokie, Illinois, specializes in the design and integration of atomically engineered materials, specifically metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), into systems for gas delivery, separation, and purification. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on creating programmable chemistries that facilitate precision engineering and unlock new capabilities in resource management. NuMat's product portfolio includes ION-X, a solution for the safe storage and delivery of hazardous gases. The company offers a comprehensive platform for product commercialization that combines advanced material discovery software with rapid prototyping and system integration. This approach enables various industries, such as chemicals, electronics, and life sciences, to address sustainability and innovation goals through enhanced performance and cost-effective production methods.

Developer of catalysts and specialty materials for automotive exhaust and reforming applications designed to help in high-temperature catalytic processes. The company's materials help in natural gas conversion to synthesis gas in high aromatic, high sulfur, and high-temperature environments, enabling businesses to save capital and operating costs by providing uninterrupted performance for extended periods.

NanoAl LLC is a materials research and technology company based in Ashland, Massachusetts, focused on the design, development, and commercialization of high-performance aluminum alloys. The company specializes in creating alloys that utilize scientifically engineered nanostructures, which enhance their quality and performance. Through its innovative approach, NanoAl aims to provide clients with advanced aluminum materials that meet specific industry needs.

REL, INC is a technology company with focus areas in material process development. REL develops advanced materials for high performance products, including lightweight brakes, insulation for NASA, armor and conformable natural gas tanks. Critical to the successful scale-up of material technology is the scale-up of process technology. REL develops it all in-house, the material and the process. This process equipment expertise leads to custom engineered equipment for casting, automation, test equipment and non-destructive testing.

Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a technology company that operates an artificial intelligence platform focused on materials development. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in aggregating and analyzing extensive technical data related to materials, chemicals, and devices. Its platform leverages machine learning and data science to enhance research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for organizations involved in physical product production. By facilitating the discovery of new materials and identifying defects early in the research process, Citrine Informatics aims to streamline product growth and design, thereby transforming the materials and chemicals development landscape.

Manufacture and seller of micro-EDM and nano-grinding machining services. The company's micro technology machines offer micro-EDM, nano-grinding, micro-turning, micro milling, micro-drilling and micro-polishing to create the micro scale machining and 3-dimensional shaping and contouring in the industry.

REL, INC is a technology company with focus areas in material process development. REL develops advanced materials for high performance products, including lightweight brakes, insulation for NASA, armor and conformable natural gas tanks. Critical to the successful scale-up of material technology is the scale-up of process technology. REL develops it all in-house, the material and the process. This process equipment expertise leads to custom engineered equipment for casting, automation, test equipment and non-destructive testing.

NuMat Technologies, based in Skokie, Illinois, specializes in the design and integration of atomically engineered materials, specifically metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), into systems for gas delivery, separation, and purification. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on creating programmable chemistries that facilitate precision engineering and unlock new capabilities in resource management. NuMat's product portfolio includes ION-X, a solution for the safe storage and delivery of hazardous gases. The company offers a comprehensive platform for product commercialization that combines advanced material discovery software with rapid prototyping and system integration. This approach enables various industries, such as chemicals, electronics, and life sciences, to address sustainability and innovation goals through enhanced performance and cost-effective production methods.

iBeam Materials, Inc. is a technology company based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, founded in 2011. It specializes in the development of ion-beam alignment techniques for thin layers used in optoelectronic devices. The company produces IBAD textured substrates on metal tapes and wafers, as well as crystal-aligned magnesium oxide coatings on various substrates, including metal, glass, ceramic, and polymers. These products are essential for the deposition of superconductors, such as copper oxide and iron-based materials, as well as other functional coatings. iBeam Materials focuses on creating processes for crystalline alignment that enable clients to achieve epitaxial growth of single-crystal films without the need for traditional single-crystal substrates.

Virginia Investor Portfolio Project - Q4 2021 (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MG-pIE-OQy6Bk3DyFqH2CA9_TWo7pA9rvn18zZxtgoA) MicroTech Instruments manufactures instruments for laser micromachining, coherent raman, multi-photon and terahertz imaging and spectroscopy applications. The company provides a wide range of equipment such as wire gride polarizers, polarization rotators, polyethylene lenses, and THz low pass filters. MicroTech Instruments was established in 1995 by Vladimir Kozlov in Eugene, Oregon.

Operator of an electronics and material engineering firm based in Burlington, Massachusetts. The company specializes in the design, fabrication, and characterization of magnetic materials, devices, and subsystems using radio frequency (RF) and microwave electronics, enabling clients to increase the power efficiency of their devices while reducing overall energy consumption.