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Thorizon is a deep-tech startup based in Amsterdam and Lyon that specializes in the development of thorium molten salt reactor technology aimed at sustainable energy production. Originating as a spin-off from the Dutch Nuclear Research Institute, the company seeks to create small modular nuclear reactors that complement renewable sources such as wind and solar. Thorizon is focused on rapidly developing a reactor that is both safe and capable of utilizing long-lived nuclear waste as fuel, thereby contributing to circular energy solutions. The company is currently enhancing its financial position to construct a non-nuclear molten salt demonstrator and finalize the design for its first reactor, Thorizon One, slated for completion by 2030. Collaborating with industry leaders like Orano, Tractebel, and EDF, Thorizon is recognized as a key player in advanced nuclear projects, being a laureate in the France 2030 program.

Avantium is a Dutch technology company specializing in advanced high-throughput research and development for energy, chemicals, and pharmaceutical industries. Headquartered in Amsterdam with state-of-the-art laboratories, Avantium's proprietary technology accelerates product and process innovation while reducing costs. With over 70 global clients, including industry leaders, Avantium has proven its technology's validity and commercial viability. The company focuses on developing new biofuels, bio-based chemicals, and novel crystal forms of marketed drugs under patent. Its team comprises highly educated professionals in catalysis, crystallography, organic chemistry, engineering, statistics, cheminformatics, and software development, collaborating closely with partner R&D organizations to drive innovation.

Lapsi Health is a technology company based in Amsterdam, established in January 2022, that specializes in developing sound-based biomarkers for clinical medicine. The company focuses on innovative technologies that utilize audio and photo-sensor data to enhance the screening and monitoring of various diseases. By improving data usage in healthcare, Lapsi Health aims to contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of disorders, ultimately advancing the capabilities of medical practice.