Panacela Labs
Series B in 2015
Panacela Labs, Inc. is a biotechnology joint venture founded in 2011, primarily focused on developing innovative gene therapy drugs for the treatment of cancer and infectious diseases. The company aims to enhance cancer treatment through immunotherapy, chemotherapy sensitizers, and specialized therapies targeting prostate cancer. With the goal of improving patient outcomes and promoting healthier lives, Panacela Labs collaborates with various esteemed institutions, including Roswell Park Cancer Institute and Cleveland Clinic Foundation. The company is based in the Innovation Center "Skolkovo" and operates as a subsidiary of Cleveland BioLabs, holding a majority ownership stake.
Selecta Biosciences
Series E in 2015
Selecta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs for the treatment and prevention of human diseases. The company's proprietary platform utilizes advances in immunobiology and nanotechnology to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles. Selecta's lead product, SEL-212, has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, the company is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Selecta Biosciences has established collaborations with various organizations, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development capabilities.
Motorica
Seed Round in 2015
Motorica is a company dedicated to the research and development of advanced technologies in medicine and robotics, specializing in the production of functional upper limb prostheses. The prosthetic devices are designed to assist individuals with disabilities in performing hand movements, enhancing their daily lives. Motorica employs innovative technology that reads electrical signals generated by muscle contractions, which are then processed by a microprocessor to facilitate movement in the prosthesis. The company collaborates with both individual users and public and private prosthetic enterprises, and is a resident of the Skolkovo Innovation Center. Additionally, Motorica engages with various international companies and associations in the prosthetics field to further its mission of improving mobility for disabled individuals.
Crocus Technology
Series E in 2015
Crocus Technology SA specializes in the development of magnetic random access memory products and technologies tailored for the semiconductor and electronic systems industries. The company provides innovative solutions that include magnetic sensors and embedded memory technology, designed to enhance sensor data gathering and performance. Its products are utilized across various applications, including telecommunications, networking, storage, computing, and handheld devices. Crocus Technology's offerings are characterized by their ability to execute fast read and write operations within a compact footprint, which improves the performance and security of chips used in smart cards, mobile phones, and data servers. By focusing on high sensitivity, stable temperature, low power consumption, and cost-effectiveness, the company enables its clients to achieve enhanced performance and increased productivity in their operations.
Kuibyshevazot
Venture Round in 2015
KuibyshevAzot is a prominent Russian chemical company that specializes in the production of caprolactam and polyamide-6, serving markets in the CIS and Eastern Europe. As one of the top ten nitrogen producers in Russia, it manufactures ammonia and a variety of nitrogen fertilizers, including urea, ammonium nitrate, and ammonium sulfate, contributing to 5% of the country's total fertilizer output. The company operates primarily through two segments: Caprolactam and Derivatives, and Ammonia and Nitrogen Fertilizers. In addition to its core products, KuibyshevAzot also produces technological gases that cater to its main operational areas and serve as independent commodities. Its business activities extend across Russia, Asia, Europe, and other international markets.
Quantenna Communications
Venture Round in 2014
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
Selecta Biosciences
Private Equity Round in 2014
Selecta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs for the treatment and prevention of human diseases. The company's proprietary platform utilizes advances in immunobiology and nanotechnology to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles. Selecta's lead product, SEL-212, has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, the company is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Selecta Biosciences has established collaborations with various organizations, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development capabilities.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
Aquantia Corp specializes in the design, development, and marketing of high-speed communication integrated circuits (IC) for Ethernet connectivity across various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and access solutions. The company’s Ethernet technology serves as a vital interface between high-speed analog signals and digital information, facilitating improved communication in computing and networking equipment. With a focus on providing advanced data speeds, Aquantia addresses the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by the exponential growth of Internet Protocol (IP) traffic. The firm benefits from a team of engineers with extensive experience in technology development and silicon design, having previously been involved in the deployment of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet products.
Compass-EOS
Series F in 2013
Compass-EOS radically changes network routing by shifting it into the age of silicon photonics. The Compass-EOS icPhotonics technology is the world’s first commercial silicon for inter-chip optical interconnect, unleashing the next revolution in routing architectures. Its family of carrier-grade routers is a new breed of scale-out routers, enabling SDN-based, simplified architectures in service provider networks. Since 2006 Compass has attracted top-tier investors ranging from leading venture capital funds to service providers and core routing suppliers.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
Dauria Aerospace
Series B in 2013
Dauria Aerospace is a company focused on the development and manufacturing of low-cost, small satellites, including micro and nanosatellites. By utilizing advanced terrestrial microelectronic and micro-system technologies, Dauria Aerospace significantly reduces costs while enhancing performance capabilities, making satellite constellations financially viable for various applications. The company plans to deploy constellations for earth observation and communications, aiming to provide services in areas such as precision farming, traffic management, urban management, and polar broadband. Dauria collaborates with national governments to finance these projects, thereby expanding service offerings. Additionally, the company is developing CloudEO, a cloud-based platform that integrates data, software, and processing power to create a secure Geo-Infrastructure for geo-services. This platform fosters a collaborative ecosystem where various stakeholders, including data providers and service developers, can partner to stimulate a growing market for commercial space applications. With offerings like the CloudEO Workbench and CloudEO Store, Dauria Aerospace is poised to launch innovative geo-services that will enhance everyday life through accessible satellite data and solutions.
Evofem Biosciences
Series C in 2013
Evofem Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on addressing unmet needs in women's sexual and reproductive health. The company has developed Phexxi, the first and only hormone-free prescription vaginal gel approved in the United States for pregnancy prevention. In addition to Phexxi, Evofem is also working on EVO100, a vaginal pH regulator aimed at preventing the urogenital transmission of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections in women. Through its innovative products, Evofem Biosciences aims to enhance reproductive health care options for women.
Wireless Technologies Center
Venture Round in 2013
Wireless Technologies Center LLC engages in the manufacture of communications equipment. Wireless Technologies Center was founded in 2011, the LTE vendor is located in Tomsk, Siberia.
Pharmsynthez
Venture Round in 2013
Pharmsynthez is a Russian pharmaceutical company focused on the development, production, and distribution of innovative medications. It operates in three main areas: laboratory research and development of new drugs, preparation of original active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and market launch of its products. This comprehensive approach, which includes both the creation of unique medications and the manufacturing of pharmaceutical ingredients, distinguishes Pharmsynthez from many other Russian pharmaceutical firms. The company is dedicated to advancing technologies for organ-specific drug delivery and employs innovative manufacturing methods to enhance its offerings in the pharmaceutical sector.
TAE Technologies, Inc. is a pioneer in the development of clean fusion energy, utilizing advanced particle accelerator technology and plasma physics. Established in 1998 and headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California, with an additional office in Rancho Santa Margarita, the company focuses on creating a sustainable energy source that mirrors natural processes and eliminates harmful byproducts. Over two decades of dedicated research have positioned TAE Technologies as a leader in accelerator and plasma physics, driving significant advancements that contribute to broader innovations in energy management. The company aims to commercialize safe and cost-effective fusion power, addressing the global energy demand while promoting sustainable solutions in power management, electric mobility, and life sciences. TAE Technologies is committed to delivering carbon-free fusion power to the grid, enhancing energy security for communities and clients alike.
SBT Management is a prominent Russian company specializing in the design and manufacture of wireless communication systems. It focuses on developing hardware and applications that utilize advanced 90/40-nanometer processors. SBT employs state-of-the-art measurement, laboratory, testing, and manufacturing equipment sourced from leading international suppliers. The company not only creates its own wireless systems but also provides custom development services for manufacturing firms, research institutions, design organizations, and telecom network integrators. SBT's product offerings include a range of wireless solutions tailored for various applications, such as transport systems, terminals, processors, chips, and aerial equipment, enabling efficient voice and data transmission for its clients.
DSK Grad
Venture Round in 2013
DSK Grad LLC is a high-tech design and manufacturing company based in Naro-Fominsk, Russia, specializing in prefabricated units for residential construction. Founded in 2014, it stands out as the first national-scale manufacturer in this sector to emerge in the last 30 years, positioning itself uniquely within the Russian construction industry. DSK Grad leverages advanced international technologies and innovative developments from RUSNANO, utilizing materials such as paints, fillers, and concrete additives sourced from various industry partners. The company's focus is on demonstrating that the integration of modern technologies in construction can enhance product quality while simultaneously lowering costs, achieved through efficiencies in transportation and reduced maintenance of prefabricated buildings. DSK Grad aims to set new industry standards by offering solutions that meet the demands of complex construction projects through the use of composite materials and nanotechnology.
OCSiAl
Venture Round in 2012
OCSiAl, headquartered in Luxembourg, is the world's largest manufacturer of graphene nanotubes, also known as single wall carbon nanotubes. The company employs over 420 experts across various countries, including the United States, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and several European nations. OCSiAl's primary product, graphene nanotubes, is recognized for its remarkable properties and has become an industrial standard across multiple sectors, including transportation and aerospace. These nanotubes are essential components in advanced technologies such as silicon-anode batteries, which are anticipated to be widely adopted by leading electric vehicle manufacturers in the coming decade. OCSiAl commands 97% of the global production capacity for graphene nanotubes and is experiencing rapid growth, with a valuation that reached approximately $2 billion following a capital raising round in 2021. The company's offerings enhance the performance of elastomers, composites, plastics, coatings, and batteries, contributing to energy efficiency, durability, safety, and reductions in CO2 emissions.
Evofem Biosciences
Series C in 2012
Evofem Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on addressing unmet needs in women's sexual and reproductive health. The company has developed Phexxi, the first and only hormone-free prescription vaginal gel approved in the United States for pregnancy prevention. In addition to Phexxi, Evofem is also working on EVO100, a vaginal pH regulator aimed at preventing the urogenital transmission of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections in women. Through its innovative products, Evofem Biosciences aims to enhance reproductive health care options for women.
Regado Biosciences
Series E in 2012
Regado Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of aptamer-based therapeutics, specifically targeting antidote-controlled treatments. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the company is known for its innovative approach to antithrombotic therapies, including its lead product, REG1, which is designed for patients experiencing acute coronary syndrome undergoing coronary revascularization procedures. Regado's research emphasizes the development of therapeutic aptamers paired with active control agents, aiming to address both arterial and venous thrombosis effectively.
Lilliputian Systems
Venture Round in 2012
Lilliputian Systems provides mobile power solutions for consumer electronics devices. The company aims to revolutionize mobile fuel, ushering in new applications and devices made possible by their technology.
MAPPER Lithography
Venture Round in 2012
MAPPER Lithography B.V. is a company specializing in the development of maskless lithography infrastructure for the semiconductor industry. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Delft, the Netherlands, MAPPER Lithography focuses on producing advanced lithography machines that utilize multiple electron beam technology for semiconductor manufacturing. This innovative approach allows for the production of chips without the need for traditional masks, streamlining the manufacturing process. The company also operates a manufacturing facility in Moscow, Russian Federation, further supporting its operations in the semiconductor sector.
Aquantia Corp specializes in the design, development, and marketing of high-speed communication integrated circuits (IC) for Ethernet connectivity across various markets, including data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and access solutions. The company’s Ethernet technology serves as a vital interface between high-speed analog signals and digital information, facilitating improved communication in computing and networking equipment. With a focus on providing advanced data speeds, Aquantia addresses the increasing demand for bandwidth driven by the exponential growth of Internet Protocol (IP) traffic. The firm benefits from a team of engineers with extensive experience in technology development and silicon design, having previously been involved in the deployment of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet products.
NeoPhotonics is a technology company specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of optical components and subsystems used in high-speed digital communications networks. The company offers a comprehensive range of active and passive optical products tailored for various market segments, including fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), data communications, storage area networks, and both metro and long-haul networks. Its product lineup includes transceivers, integrated splitters, multiplexers, and advanced optical modules, all designed to support a wide array of data rates and applications. Notably, NeoPhotonics is recognized for its innovative silica Planar Lightwave Circuit (PLC) technology, which plays a crucial role in modern optical networks. Additionally, the company produces MEMS-based Variable Optical Attenuators and Dynamic Channel Equalizers, enhancing the performance and efficiency of communication systems.
Beneq
Venture Round in 2012
Beneq is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of equipment for thin film atomic layer deposition (ALD) and aerosol coatings. It provides advanced production and research tools designed for nano-scale thin film coatings, primarily targeting the semiconductor industry and other research and development sectors. Beneq's technology aims to enhance product longevity and performance, particularly through its thin film electroluminescent (TFEL) displays. By focusing on innovative ALD technology, Beneq supports various industrial applications, contributing to advancements in the field of nanotechnology.
Quantenna Communications
Private Equity Round in 2012
Quantenna Communications, Inc. specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced high-speed wireless communication solutions that facilitate wireless local area networking. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers a diverse portfolio of products, including radio frequency and digital baseband chips that adhere to various IEEE Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and draft Wi-Fi 6. Quantenna's offerings also include Qdock, a software framework that integrates third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking devices, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its Wi-Fi solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Asia-Pacific region. As of 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.
BIND Therapeutics
Series D in 2012
BIND Therapeutics is a clinical-stage nanomedicine platform company focused on developing innovative targeted and programmable therapeutics known as Accurins. These specialized drug delivery systems are engineered with distinct physical and chemical properties to effectively target specific cells or tissues, concentrating therapeutic agents at the disease site to improve treatment efficacy while reducing adverse effects on healthy tissues. BIND's primary focus is on oncology, with its lead drug candidate, BIND-014, currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer. The company also collaborates with leading biopharmaceutical firms, such as Amgen, Pfizer, and AstraZeneca, to create Accurins utilizing their therapeutic payloads. Through its medicinal nanoengineering platform, BIND Therapeutics aims to advance its own pipeline and forge strategic partnerships in the field of cancer treatment.
Selecta Biosciences
Series D in 2012
Selecta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs for the treatment and prevention of human diseases. The company's proprietary platform utilizes advances in immunobiology and nanotechnology to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles. Selecta's lead product, SEL-212, has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, the company is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Selecta Biosciences has established collaborations with various organizations, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development capabilities.
AQUANOVA
Venture Round in 2012
AQUANOVA is a Russian industrial manufacturer specializing in the production of NovaSOL® solubilizates, which are nanoparticle-based additives. Utilizing advanced technology from Germany, AQUANOVA encapsulates active organic substances within micelles approximately 30 nanometers in diameter. This innovative approach enhances the effectiveness of natural components while optimizing economic performance by significantly reducing the quantity of costly natural substances required in final products, such as food ingredients, by three to five times without compromising functionality. The company's product range includes complex additives for the food industry and active substances for the cosmetic and pharmaceutical sectors, which incorporate antioxidants, vitamin complexes, preservatives, nutrients, natural dyes, and oils. AQUANOVA operates a fully automated and high-tech production facility to ensure the quality and consistency of its offerings.
Akrilan
Private Equity Round in 2012
Akrilan, LLC, established in 2002 and headquartered in Vladimir, Russia, specializes in the manufacture of acrylic dispersions for the paint and varnish industry. The company provides a diverse array of products, including decorative water-soluble paints, primers, sealants, putties, and plasters. Akrilan's flagship product, Acrilan 101, is noted for its universal applicability, exceptional film properties, and strong adhesive characteristics. The company's offerings are designed to be environmentally friendly, containing no alkylphenol ethoxylates and featuring low levels of volatile organic compounds. This focus allows manufacturers to reduce costs while enhancing the performance attributes of their products.
ICM Glass Kaluga
Venture Round in 2011
ICM Glass Kaluga is a manufacturing enterprise specializing in the production of foam glass crushed stone, a novel material in Russia. Utilizing nanotechnology to process unsorted cullet, the company creates foam glass with distinctive properties such as wide temperature application range, water and vapor impermeability, non-flammability, size stability, high strength, resistance to aggressive media, rodents, and insects. These unique features make foam glass an ideal universal particulate for thermal insulation in construction and industrial engineering projects.
Novomet
Venture Round in 2011
Novomet is a manufacturer of advanced artificial lift equipment and electrical submersible pumping systems tailored for the oilfield services and energy industries. The company specializes in high-capacity oil production equipment, incorporating innovative nanostructured protective coatings to enhance durability and efficiency. Novomet's submersible pumps are recognized for their reliability and energy efficiency, particularly in challenging oil production environments. With a significant market share of 25% in Russia and 3% internationally, the company focuses on creating equipment suited for complex operational conditions. In addition to manufacturing, Novomet is developing a global service network that provides comprehensive maintenance services for electric centrifugal pumps, including the selection of optimal units for specific wells, reservoir pressure maintenance systems, and water injection systems. This holistic approach aims to address the challenges of declining oil recovery and improve operational efficiency for its clients.
LED Microsensor NT
Venture Round in 2011
LED Microsensor NT is a pioneering manufacturer specializing in the production of LEDs and photodiodes that operate within the mid-infrared spectrum, specifically wavelengths ranging from 1,600 to 5,000 nanometers. This unique technology allows the company to create sensors capable of detecting over 50 different substances across liquids, gases, and solid materials. Their advanced sensors can analyze multiple components simultaneously, leveraging a multicolored matrix for enhanced performance. The rapid response time of these sensors makes them particularly suitable for dynamic analysis applications, such as monitoring conveyor lines or analyzing liquid flows. By focusing on the development of optoelectronic devices tailored to the mid-infrared range, LED Microsensor NT stands out as the sole global producer of this comprehensive product line.
Selecta Biosciences
Series D in 2011
Selecta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs for the treatment and prevention of human diseases. The company's proprietary platform utilizes advances in immunobiology and nanotechnology to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles. Selecta's lead product, SEL-212, has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, the company is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Selecta Biosciences has established collaborations with various organizations, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development capabilities.
PET-Technology
Venture Round in 2011
PET-Technology operates a federal network of medical centers focused on the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, as well as the production of radiopharmaceuticals. The company specializes in positron emission tomography (PET) diagnostics, which are crucial for early cancer detection and effective treatment in cardiology and neurology. PET-Technology is establishing production facilities for the isotope 18O and plans to set up two cyclotron sites in Lipetsk and Ufa for the generation of short-lived isotopes. By integrating PET with computed tomography, the company enhances diagnostic accuracy, providing three-dimensional images that overlay functional changes in tissues with high-resolution anatomical details. This advanced imaging technique allows for the identification of 18 percent more tumors in their early stages, significantly improving patient prognoses and reducing mortality rates.
Galen
Venture Round in 2011
Galen" is a domestic manufacturer of modern composite materials for industrial civil engineering, electric power industry and the road industry. As a developer and pioneer in the implementation of basalt plastic technologies in Russia, Western and Eastern Europe, today Galen is the leader of the domestic market in basalt plastic construction materials. The company occupies more than 50% of the composite communications market in Russia and the CIS. The plant is a successful manufacturer of flexible connections, facade dowels, fittings and mesh. Products made of composite material - basalt plastic, developed and patented by Galen, are know-how. The use of these high-strength corrosion-resistant products instead of metal analogs allows improving the quality of the facilities under construction and at the same time reducing the cost of construction. The plant’s products have been praised abroad, more than 20% of the products are shipped to foreign countries, and thousands of “passive” houses have been built in the UK using flexible Galen links.
Fiber Optic Systems
Venture Round in 2011
Optic Fiber Systems is a Russian company specializing in the production of optical fiber for communication cables, primarily serving the telecommunications sector. Established in 2015 in Saransk, the capital of Mordovia, the company commenced commercial production in late 2016. It focuses on creating single-mode optical fibers made from glass that is alloyed with germanium and encased in a thicker layer of pure glass, ensuring reliable and durable data transfer. By March 2018, Optic Fiber Systems had achieved a significant milestone, producing 2,000 kilometers of optical fiber, thereby positioning itself as a key player in the fiber optics industry in Russia.
Nearmedic
Venture Round in 2011
Nearmedic is a pharmaceutical company focused on the production and development of antiviral medications, particularly emphasizing its flagship product, Kagocel. This antiviral drug, available over the counter, leverages a unique formulation that combines a plant-based molecule with a nanosized polymer carrier, enhancing its pharmacological activity while minimizing toxicity. Nearmedic is in the process of establishing a new GMP-compliant manufacturing facility, which will allow it to transition away from rented production spaces and significantly increase its manufacturing capabilities. This expansion aims to strengthen its market position in Russia and the CIS. In addition to Kagocel, Nearmedic is involved in the full-cycle production of nanomedicines, as well as the development of diagnostic kits and laboratory equipment, contributing to advancements in patient health and treatment options for various viral infections, including flu and herpes.
Panacela Labs
Series A in 2011
Panacela Labs, Inc. is a biotechnology joint venture founded in 2011, primarily focused on developing innovative gene therapy drugs for the treatment of cancer and infectious diseases. The company aims to enhance cancer treatment through immunotherapy, chemotherapy sensitizers, and specialized therapies targeting prostate cancer. With the goal of improving patient outcomes and promoting healthier lives, Panacela Labs collaborates with various esteemed institutions, including Roswell Park Cancer Institute and Cleveland Clinic Foundation. The company is based in the Innovation Center "Skolkovo" and operates as a subsidiary of Cleveland BioLabs, holding a majority ownership stake.
Nesscap Energy
Post in 2011
Nesscap Energy specializes in the development and manufacture of advanced ultracapacitors, also known as supercapacitors or electric double layer capacitors (EDLCs). The company's products are distinguished by their exceptionally high energy density, which allows them to deliver over ten times the power of conventional capacitors and more than a thousand times the cycle life. This unique performance makes Nesscap's ultracapacitors ideal for a variety of applications, including the hybrid vehicle market, alternative energy sector, and various industrial power-driven markets. By providing longer-lasting and more efficient energy storage solutions, Nesscap Energy plays a significant role in enhancing the performance and sustainability of energy systems.
Joule Unlimited
Venture Round in 2011
Joule Unlimited, Inc., established in 2007, specializes in developing technology to produce low-carbon transportation fuels. The company's core process involves using solar energy to convert waste CO2 into renewable fuels, such as ethanol and hydrocarbons suitable for diesel, jet fuel, and gasoline. Joule Unlimited serves a global customer base, with operations in the United States, Europe, Australia, Mexico, and China. Notably, it has a strategic partnership with Audi. The company's products include Sunflow-E, a solar ethanol, and Sunflow-D, a solar diesel. Joule Unlimited is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Los Angeles, California, and The Hague, the Netherlands, and production facilities in Hobbs, New Mexico.
Thermointech
Venture Round in 2011
Thermointech specializes in the development and production of thermoelectric systems and devices, utilizing innovative technologies for thermoelectric material synthesis. The company offers both ready-made, efficient, and cost-effective solutions, as well as opportunities for clients to create exclusive concepts tailored to their specific needs. By focusing on the full automation of the production cycle, Thermointech ensures high-quality products and services in the field of nanotechnology, particularly concerning thermoelectric materials and coatings.
NEVZ-CERAMICS
Venture Round in 2011
Close Joint-Stock Company NEVZ-CERAMICS specializes in the development and production of nanostructured ceramics for various industries, including power, radio electronics, machine engineering, and petrochemicals. The company offers a range of products, such as ceramic substrates, metalized alumina oxide and alumina nitride ceramics, insulators, and bioceramics tailored for medical applications like endoprostheses and implants. NEVZ-CERAMICS aims to expand the applications of ceramics, particularly in the medical field, through the creation of biocompatible nanoceramics for traumatology and orthopedics. The company is equipped with advanced production facilities, research laboratories, and transportation infrastructure to support its operations. Founded in 2011 and based in Novosibirsk, Russian Federation, NEVZ-CERAMICS serves a diverse clientele across several sectors, including atomic power and chemical industries.
Monocrystal
Venture Round in 2011
Monocrystal, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of synthetic monocrystalline sapphire and composite materials, primarily serving the electronics and optical device industries. Founded in 1999 and based in Stavropol, Russian Federation, the company produces a variety of products including sapphire wafers for light-emitting diodes, radiofrequency switches, and high-precision optical components. Monocrystal is recognized for its significant market share, supplying 50% of the world's sapphires used in LEDs and exporting 95% of its products to 25 countries. Its offerings also include metallization pastes for solar cells, automotive pastes, LED phosphors, and polishing slurries. The company has established itself as a key supplier for major global manufacturers, with a strong reputation for quality and innovation in sapphire growing and processing technologies. Monocrystal operates as a subsidiary of Concern Energomera JSC.
SiTime Corporation is a semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace traditional quartz products. Established in 2003, SiTime holds an 85% market share in the $5 billion timing market and has shipped over 50 million devices globally. The company offers a diverse range of products, including programmable OCXOs, precision MHz super-TCXOs, various oscillators, and embedded resonators, catering to industries such as automotive, telecommunications, industrial, Internet of Things, mobile, and aerospace and defense. SiTime's innovative solutions enable customers to achieve higher performance, reduced size, and enhanced reliability, while also streamlining supply chains and lowering costs. By utilizing standard semiconductor processes and high-volume plastic packaging, SiTime ensures optimal availability and minimal lead times for its products.
RU-VEM
Venture Round in 2011
RU-VEM LLC is a Russian company specializing in the development and manufacture of vacuum equipment and energy-saving technologies, particularly those utilizing variable frequency drives. The company offers a comprehensive range of services that encompass production, design, and maintenance of its products. All units are produced on a single technology platform and are equipped with integrated modems for real-time data transmission to support services during malfunctions and for online adjustments. RU-VEM also manufactures vacuum units designed for the deposition of various modified coatings, including anticorrosive and wear-resistant options. Additionally, the company plans to establish a center focused on upgrading existing vacuum equipment, creating new equipment, and developing customized deposition methods.
Nanolek
Venture Round in 2011
Nanolek is a Russian biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and production of high-quality medicines and vaccines under stringent GMP standards. The company focuses on import-substituting drugs, aiming to meet the needs of the Russian healthcare market. Its portfolio includes vaccines and treatments for socially significant diseases such as whooping cough, diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, and infections caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b. Additionally, Nanolek is involved in the localization of drugs from global pharmaceutical companies, thereby contributing to the availability of essential healthcare solutions in Russia.
Advenira
Venture Round in 2011
Advenira Enterprises, Inc., headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in manufacturing and marketing advanced nano components. The company's core technology, Solution Derived Nanocomposite (SDN), enables low-cost, high-throughput deposition of multifunctional coatings. These coatings, offered as hardware, precursors, and processing solutions, cater to a wide range of industries, including energy-efficient glass, solar cells, flat panel displays, semiconductors, and food packaging. Advenira's products aim to enhance product longevity, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact.
E-Paper Innovation
Venture Round in 2011
Plastic Logic Ltd is a manufacturer of plastic electronics, specializing in the development and production of flexible displays and devices. The company, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, and with operations in Dresden, Germany, offers a range of high-quality, lightweight, and shatterproof electrophoretic displays in both color and monochrome. These displays are utilized in various applications, including mobile devices such as smartphones, e-readers, and tablets, as well as in signage, wristwatches, and automotive products. Plastic Logic serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), system integrators, and device manufacturers across the UK, Germany, Russia, and other international markets. The company has established a strategic partnership with UST Global Inc. and operates a pioneering facility that serves as the world's first commercial, volume production site for organic electronics. Through its open pilot line, Plastic Logic also collaborates with third-party companies, sharing its expertise in the industrialization and manufacturing of flexible electronics.
E-Paper Innovation
Debt Financing in 2011
Plastic Logic Ltd is a manufacturer of plastic electronics, specializing in the development and production of flexible displays and devices. The company, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, and with operations in Dresden, Germany, offers a range of high-quality, lightweight, and shatterproof electrophoretic displays in both color and monochrome. These displays are utilized in various applications, including mobile devices such as smartphones, e-readers, and tablets, as well as in signage, wristwatches, and automotive products. Plastic Logic serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), system integrators, and device manufacturers across the UK, Germany, Russia, and other international markets. The company has established a strategic partnership with UST Global Inc. and operates a pioneering facility that serves as the world's first commercial, volume production site for organic electronics. Through its open pilot line, Plastic Logic also collaborates with third-party companies, sharing its expertise in the industrialization and manufacturing of flexible electronics.
Nanoelectro
Venture Round in 2011
Nanoelectro is a manufacturer specializing in nanostructured electrical cables designed for electrotechnical conductors. The company's unique production technology involves melting and assembling bimetallic materials, which are then deformed to introduce niobic fibers into the copper matrix of the wire. These fibers, measuring 6 nm to 10 nm thick, enhance the mechanical durability of the cable to between 1,000 MPa and 1,200 MPa. The resulting composite wire maintains high electrical conductivity, ranging from 65% to 85% of ultrapure copper. Nanoelectro's cables are designed for applications requiring both strength and efficient electrical performance. The company has already garnered significant interest from various Russian and international companies seeking to purchase this advanced superwire.
RST Invent
Venture Round in 2011
RST Invent uses 90-nanometer technology in the manufacturing an ultra high frequency RFID chips. The company develops and supplies RFID tags, equipment, and software intended for production, trade, logistics, inventory, and combating counterfeiting.
RUSALOX
Venture Round in 2010
RUSALOX is a high-tech company based in Moscow, Russia, specializing in the development and manufacture of circuit plates and substrates that feature high thermal conductivity. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes a unique aluminum oxide technology to produce multilayer and single-layer plates, as well as heat-conducting substrates. These products are designed to efficiently dissipate heat from heat-generating electronic components, making them suitable for various applications, including Chip-On-Board and flip chip technologies, microwave electronics, and advanced packaging systems. RUSALOX's substrates combine the thermal performance of traditional ceramic materials with the mechanical properties of insulated metal substrates, offering a competitive alternative in the market. The company has also patented a heat-radiating substrate that incorporates an insulating layer on a metal core, enhancing heat dissipation while allowing for high-density integration of electronic components.
Neutron Technologies
Venture Round in 2010
Neutron Technologies commercialize pioneering work by the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research and Explosives and Narcotics Detectors, both of Dubna, Russia, in the use of labeled neutrons for identifying explosives and narcotics. Several leading research centers and governmental agencies—the All-Russia Research Institute of Automatics, the Bochvar All-Russian Scientific Research Institute for Inorganic Materials, the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation, and others—contributed to product development and will continue to play a role as need for new products evolves.
RMT Ltd. is a manufacturer based in Moscow, Russia, specializing in the development, production, and sale of thermoelectric cooling (TEC) modules and devices primarily for optoelectronic applications. Founded in 1993, the company offers an extensive range of over 2,000 miniature thermoelectric coolers designed for various sectors, including telecommunications, industrial, medical, and aerospace. RMT's products are recognized for their compliance with RoHS standards and Telcordia GR-468 qualifications, and the company holds ISO 9001 certification. RMT is the only Russian firm certified by the Russian State Space Agency to provide TEC solutions for state-space applications. Additionally, the company offers TECcad software to help users identify optimal cooling solutions and evaluate operational parameters. With a commitment to high-quality products and superior customer service, RMT also has sales operations in China and a subsidiary in Berlin, Germany.
Mipex
Venture Round in 2010
Mipex Technology specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced infrared optical sensors for the detection of hydrocarbons and carbon dioxide, crucial for industrial safety applications. With over 15 years of experience, the company has developed its MIPEX infrared gas sensors, which utilize patented technology involving solid-state alloys for light emitters and photodiodes. These sensors are engineered to detect combustible gases such as methane and hydrocarbons, offering enhanced safety and reduced power consumption for users. Mipex's innovative products have made a significant impact on the combustible gas detection market, positioning the company as a leader in industrial safety solutions.
Profotech
Venture Round in 2010
Profotech specializes in the production of advanced fiber-optic systems designed for energy measurement and power grid protection. The company leverages innovative technology by incorporating nanofibers into its fiber-optic current and voltage sensors, enhancing their performance and efficiency. These nanofibers, characterized by nanosized quartz ribs encased in a load-bearing quartz sheath, enable Profotech to offer superior solutions tailored for the power industry and other energy-intensive sectors. By focusing on domestic production, Profotech aims to replace imported products with locally manufactured alternatives that exhibit improved consumer properties.
Liotech
Venture Round in 2010
Liotech is a manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and supporting the electric power industry and transportation in Russia. The company operates a large-scale production facility that produces batteries for urban electric transport, including trolleybuses, specifically collaborating with the Trolza Trolleybus Plant. In addition to transportation applications, Liotech supplies battery solutions for the energy market, contributing to projects such as hybrid electric power plants. Notably, their accumulator cells were utilized in a 300 kWh energy storage system at a plant developed by Hevel Company in the Zabaikalye Territory, with plans for further installations in the region. Liotech's products are designed to conserve natural resources and improve quality of life through innovative energy solutions.
E-Paper Innovation
Venture Round in 2010
Plastic Logic Ltd is a manufacturer of plastic electronics, specializing in the development and production of flexible displays and devices. The company, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, and with operations in Dresden, Germany, offers a range of high-quality, lightweight, and shatterproof electrophoretic displays in both color and monochrome. These displays are utilized in various applications, including mobile devices such as smartphones, e-readers, and tablets, as well as in signage, wristwatches, and automotive products. Plastic Logic serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), system integrators, and device manufacturers across the UK, Germany, Russia, and other international markets. The company has established a strategic partnership with UST Global Inc. and operates a pioneering facility that serves as the world's first commercial, volume production site for organic electronics. Through its open pilot line, Plastic Logic also collaborates with third-party companies, sharing its expertise in the industrialization and manufacturing of flexible electronics.
IRE-Polus
Venture Round in 2010
IRE-Polus is a manufacturer of fiber laser and telecommunication equipment. It begins more than two decades ago with Russian company IRE-Polus. Its story of creating a scientific and manufacturing corporation of global magnitude is unique in the history of Russian high technology. Established by Russian physicist and fiber laser pioneer Valentin Gapontsev, IPG Photonics has become over the past six years the world leader in fiber lasers, related instruments, and systems derived from the lasers. The corporation holds 75 percent of the global fiber laser market. Its shares are traded on the NASDAQ. And Russia’s IRE-Polus, the starting point for these advances, will soon become one of three manufacturing locations for the US-based company and project initiator; the others are in Germany and the United States.
BiOptix Diagnostics
Series B in 2010
BiOptix LLC is an analytical instrumentation company based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in the development of array-based biomolecule detection systems and molecular interaction analysis instruments. The company’s product offerings include cell array biodetector systems, biochip and optical cartridges, as well as pre-production small footprint and single cell biodetector systems. These products are designed to detect a diverse range of molecules and microorganisms, such as micro RNA, nucleic acids, proteins, antibodies, bacteria, viruses, carbohydrates, lipids, and low molecular weight drugs. BiOptix serves various sectors, including clinical biomarkers and diagnostics, personalized medicine, infectious disease, drug discovery, and academic research, among others. Founded in 2003 and originally named AlphaSniffer, LLC, the company rebranded to BiOptix in May 2008 and operates as a subsidiary of Bioptix, Inc.
HemaCore
Venture Round in 2010
HemaCore is a biotechnology company established in 2010, specializing in the development and manufacturing of in vitro diagnostic technologies focused on hemostasis, particularly through thrombodynamics. The company has created an innovative coagulation test, known as the thrombodynamics assay, which assesses the risk of blood coagulation disorders, including bleeding and thrombosis. HemaCore's technologies aim to provide healthcare professionals with instant diagnostic devices that facilitate the determination, monitoring, and prognosis of various clotting disorders. By delivering clear and reliable assessments of patients' coagulation states, HemaCore enhances clinicians' ability to prevent thrombotic or bleeding complications, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
Zao Nir
Venture Round in 2010
Zao Nir is a full-cycle production of instruments with nanostructured PVD coating using a deposition technology developed at Kurchatov Institute Researchers at the Kurchatov Institute developed the technology used in this project—application of nanostructured coatings to metal-cutting instruments. The coatings increase wear resistance of the tools by 2.5 times, decreasing the frequency of replacement and lowering overall tool costs.
New Technologies of Construction
Venture Round in 2010
New Technologies of Construction” (NTC LLC) is an active industrial manufacturer of the innovative material—the UNIREM paving asphalt modifier. The manufacture of the UNIREM composite material is based on active rubber powder and makes use of the Russian technology made by the Semenov Institute of Chemical Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences: high temperature shear grinding of polymeric materials and high-dispersity materials with elements of micro and nanostructures produced on the basis of this technology. The use of the UNIREM modifier in the construction/reconstruction/repair of road facilities allows for up to a twofold reduction in grooves on the road surface, a reduction in the formation of thermal cracks and coating defects, a reduction in the formation of fatigue cracks, and an increase in the period between repair work on the asphalt concrete pavement by 20-25%. Effective use of the UNIREM modifier has been verified on more than 20 million sq m of road surface laid on various public road facilities including federal highways with high traffic flow. NTC’ products have been applied in 28 regions of the Russian Federation. The effectiveness of the use of the UNIREM modifier has been proven by the results of 10-year monitoring studies of public road facilities. The most recent monitoring studies were conducted by an independent laboratory at the end of 2017.
Microbor
Venture Round in 2010
Microbor Composite Co. specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced composite materials, specifically Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN) and Nano Cubic Boron Nitride (NCBN). As the first global producer to offer commercial tools made from NCBN, the company produces cutting tools that are designed for precision and quality in machining applications. These tools are available in various geometries and sizes, including interchangeable soldered and monolithic plates for turning and milling operations. By leveraging the superior strength of NCBN, which outperforms synthetic diamond in both temperature and wear resistance, Microbor Composite Co. aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of industrial cutting processes.
Russian Quartz
Venture Round in 2010
Russian Quartz is a modernization and expansion of high purity quartz production at the Kyshtym Mining production facility and quartz deposit Portfolio company Russian Quartz will produce quartz concentrates at the Kyshtym Mining facility in Chelyabinsk Oblast. Under the project, the field-based complex, which is currently mining and processing quartz and preparing high-purity concentrates, will be technically upgraded. The quartz concentrates are feedstock for obtaining high purity quartz with many high-technology applications: microelectronics, heavy-duty and ultraviolet lighting, special-purpose optics, and quartz ceramics, to name a few. The project to upgrade the complex will be implemented over three years in two phases. When phase two is finished, the company’s annual production capacity will have grown nearly sevenfold: from 1,500 tons to 10,000 tons of quartz concentrate with purity ranging from IOTA Standard to IOTA 6 grade.
Mikron
Venture Round in 2010
Mikron is the largest manufacturer and exporter of microelectronics in Russia, recognized as a technological leader in the country's semiconductor industry. The company specializes in producing over 700 types of products, including integrated circuits for secured data carriers, identification, payment, and transport documents, as well as power management solutions and RFID marking. These semiconductors are integral to various sectors of the digital economy, providing essential components for microprocessors used in smart cards, ID documents, and RFID tags. Mikron's focus on microelectronics enables its clients to access high-quality microchips at competitive prices, supporting advancements in technology and digital applications.
MetaClay
Venture Round in 2010
MetaClay specializes in the production of advanced modified layered nanosilicates, masterbatches, and polymer nanocomposites for industrial applications. The company's technology is based on innovative research from prominent Russian scientific institutions, including the A. V. Topchiev Institute of Petrochemical Synthesis and Lomonosov Moscow State University. MetaClay's products enhance the longevity and durability of metal pipes, extending their service life up to 60-80 years, and are effective in extreme temperature conditions ranging from -60ºC to +80ºC. Additionally, these materials reduce gas permeability and protect against damage from solar radiation. The effectiveness of MetaClay's coatings for large-diameter pipes has been validated by Gazprom VNIIGAZ, and they are utilized in the production of pipes for major projects like the Power of Siberia Gas Pipeline. The company aims to secure certification for its nano-coated pipes in projects by Transneft and Rosneft. With a focus on technological advantages and cost efficiency, MetaClay is positioned to compete effectively with foreign manufacturers in the Russian market, particularly in offering more economical alternatives to traditional three-layer insulation.
Manel
Venture Round in 2010
Manel specializes in manufacturing process lines that apply porous, inorganic, and non-metallic nanostructured coatings to various metal surfaces, including aluminum, magnesium, titanium, and zirconium. The company's technology, developed by a team led by Professor Anatoly Mamaev, focuses on micro-arc oxidation. This process enhances the resistance of these metals to wear, corrosion, and heat, while also improving their decorative properties. By doing so, Manel opens up new applications for these metals and reduces production costs. Additionally, the technology is environmentally safer as it minimizes explosion risks and avoids producing cyanide or nickel/chrome waste.
Nanotech-Dubna
Venture Round in 2010
Nanotech-Dubna is a developer of advanced nanomaterials, specifically specializing in colloidal quantum dots, which are nanocrystalline semiconductor materials that display remarkable photostability and variable fluorescence across a wide wavelength range. The company's innovative products cater to diverse industrial markets, including security applications, next-generation LED lighting, biomedical markers, and electronic devices. By harnessing the unique properties of quantum dots, Nanotech-Dubna aims to impact various fields such as biomedicine, computing, telecommunications, and optoelectronic devices. Their commitment to advancing nanotechnology positions them at the forefront of emerging applications that leverage the capabilities of nanoscale materials.
Membranium
Venture Round in 2010
Membranium is a Russian company specializing in the production of nanostructured membrane flat-sheets and elements designed for advanced filtration processes, including reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, and ultrafiltration. The company focuses on enhancing the efficiency of pure water production through innovative membrane technologies. Its products feature specialized pores that facilitate the delivery of healthy and safe drinking water while minimizing the costs associated with obtaining ultraclean, salt-free water free from harmful microbes. With a commitment to advancing national membrane science and technology, Membranium aims to establish itself as a leader in the global membrane manufacturing industry.
Advanced Technologies Center
Venture Round in 2010
Advanced Technologies Center manufactures analytical instruments for research in materials science, biology, and medicine. Production of high-precision sensors for analyses of chemical and biological substances. dvanced Technologies Center manufactures the FemtoScan series of scanning probe microscopes—precision instruments that use the mechanical movement of a probe (cantilever) to study the surface of an object. The microscopes are precise to about one nanometer. ATC also produces atomic scales that can register the presence of particles of various substances at the level of individual atoms. One promising application of these scales is as quick-response biosensors. The company has established an R&D center where it will conduct research to perfect technology, carry out engineering development, and test prototypes and models. The center will supply software to work in instrument-managing and image-processing modes. The scanning probe microscopes that ATC produces are capable of more than 50 sophisticated research regimes—contact atomic force microscopy, resonance atomic force microscopy, scanning frictional microscopy, scanning resistance microscopy, scanning tunneling microscopy, electrostatic microscopy, magnetic force microscopy, force curve analysis, and nanolithography among them. Combining compact size with powerful software packages, ATC instruments can be accessed through the Internet with open architecture.
Rosana
Venture Round in 2010
Rosana is a producer of natural proteins and peptides designed for use in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and biotechnology industries. The company operates modern processing facilities equipped with advanced technology, ensuring high-performance deep processing of animal raw materials. Rosana's product offerings include specialized food products and animal feed, featuring functional meat proteins and functional feather keratins. By focusing on quality and innovation, Rosana aims to provide premium products at competitive prices, catering to the diverse needs of its customers across various sectors.
NikoMag
Venture Round in 2010
The NIKOMAG company specializes in the production of high-purity magnesia products - chloride, oxide and magnesium hydroxide. The company has a modern production technology, a source of the main raw material - mineral bischofite, located in close proximity, and its own scientific center with modern equipment. A developed sales system in all regions of the world allows the company to cooperate with various industries: oil production, metallurgy, food industry, energy, chemistry, etc.
Plakart
Venture Round in 2010
Plakart is a company that provides industrial customers with advanced solutions for applying multipurpose nanostructured coatings, which include thermal-barrier, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant formulations. Through a network of service centers, Plakart specializes in protecting critical infrastructure such as drilling platforms, bridges, and steel structures from the damaging effects of corrosion and wear. The company utilizes robotic equipment and operates metallurgical laboratories to ensure strict quality control, enabling the production of coatings with precise properties such as hardness, porosity, and adhesion. In addition to its coating solutions, Plakart offers equipment related to thermal spraying, cladding, and spare parts, further enhancing its capabilities in anticorrosive and wear-proof applications.
SemiTEq
Venture Round in 2009
SemiTEq JSC designs and manufactures wide range of HV & UHV equipment which meets all modern semiconductor technology requirements. The core Company competences are development & production of MBE Systems for wide range of А3В5, wide band gap А2В6 and А3N compound semiconductors growth. Key Systems components have patented design and include SemiTEq’s technology know-how. MBE Systems and Wafer Processing Equipment product lines ensure high quality of epiwafer growth and its further processing under R&D as well as pilot production. The Company’s leading specialists have more than 20 years’ experience in semiconductor technologies and special equipment design. It helps SemiTEq to provide unique solutions based on its own scientific research for Customer’s specific goals.
CJSC Uralplastic-N
Venture Round in 2009
Uralplastic-N is using know-how in three related areas: production of nanocomposites from clay and ceramics, introduction of nanocomposite additives to polymer packaging material, and manufacturing of modified flexible films with improved qualities.
Danaflex-Nano
Venture Round in 2009
Danaflex-Nano is a manufacturer of high-barrier polymer films and flexible packaging materials. The material is designed mainly for packaging of food, household cleaning products, cosmetics, and pet food. High-barrier flexible film is heat resistant, making it possible to process contents in hot or cold temperature regimes and to heat products in microwave ovens without unwrapping them. Barrier properties of the film prevent penetration of moisture, oil, fat, petroleum products, most household chemicals, gases, microbes, and UV radiation, maintaining the quality of the product. That and the fact that preservatives can be greatly reduced and shelf life is extended are significant competitive advantages for Danaflex-Nano’s film.
RUSCHEMBIO
Venture Round in 2009
RUSCHEMBIO is a provider of laboratory warehousing and delivery services focused on the needs of the Russian nanoindustry. The company offers a wide range of products, including biochemical reagents, medical and veterinary equipment, diagnostic kits, and nanomaterials. Through an extensive system of express deliveries, RUSCHEMBIO ensures that scientists and professionals have timely access to essential supplies. The company has established a diverse assortment of reagents and has become one of the first in its sector to achieve profitability. RUSCHEMBIO plans to expand its operations by opening new branches and warehouses in Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod, and Stavropol. Additionally, it aims to develop its own brand and catalog to promote products from Russian manufacturers, while also including offerings from independent nanoproducers to enhance its product assortment.
NTpharma
Venture Round in 2009
NTpharma provides GMP production of nanovaccines and biopharmaceuticals containing carbohydrate binders. The project provides for building a facility for production of vaccines and pharmaceuticals in the municipal area of Pereslavl’-Zalessky, 150 kilometers (85 miles) northeast of Moscow. The project aims at production of new generation vaccines, including a polyvalent human flu vaccine, and pharmaceuticals for detoxification in oncological therapy and for treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease). NTpharma’s technology allows to reduce by half the time required for culturing and production of the vaccine. This advantage is vital when dealing with vaccines for pandemic flu strains spreading rapidly all over the world.
BiOptix Diagnostics
Series A in 2009
BiOptix LLC is an analytical instrumentation company based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in the development of array-based biomolecule detection systems and molecular interaction analysis instruments. The company’s product offerings include cell array biodetector systems, biochip and optical cartridges, as well as pre-production small footprint and single cell biodetector systems. These products are designed to detect a diverse range of molecules and microorganisms, such as micro RNA, nucleic acids, proteins, antibodies, bacteria, viruses, carbohydrates, lipids, and low molecular weight drugs. BiOptix serves various sectors, including clinical biomarkers and diagnostics, personalized medicine, infectious disease, drug discovery, and academic research, among others. Founded in 2003 and originally named AlphaSniffer, LLC, the company rebranded to BiOptix in May 2008 and operates as a subsidiary of Bioptix, Inc.
Indec
Venture Round in 2009
Indec is a manufacturer specializing in high-tech electrochemical machines used for precision machining of metal and alloy parts. The company develops advanced machines and technologies that utilize a one-component electrolyte, allowing for the processing and manufacturing of components from a diverse array of materials, including various metals, alloys, metal-ceramics, and nanostructured substances. Indec's innovative solutions enable clients to achieve optimal precision in electrochemical machining, catering to the needs of industries requiring high accuracy in part fabrication.
NPC Springs
Venture Round in 2009
NPC Springs LLC, a design company under the State Corporation Rosnanotekhnologii, specializes in the production of heavy-duty nanostructured springs. These springs are characterized by their enhanced strength, durability, and geometric accuracy, making them suitable for various industrial applications. The company employs advanced technology that focuses on the controlled pattering of the material's nanosubstructure, ensuring the high performance of its products. Additionally, NPC Springs has established a unified environment for automatic accounting, analysis, and business process management, which streamlines its operations and enhances efficiency in manufacturing.
Bebig
Venture Round in 2009
Bebig is a Moscow-based company established in 2004 that specializes in the development and production of treatment methods for oncological diseases, particularly through brachytherapy. This advanced form of radiotherapy involves placing a radiation source directly within or near a tumor, allowing for targeted treatment while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. Bebig focuses on creating microsources, which are titanium capsules containing gold wire and iodine-125, as well as nanostructured microspheres that incorporate radioactive isotopes. These innovations aim to enhance treatment options for prostate, liver, and pancreatic cancers, which are prevalent in Russia, where over 2.5 million individuals are diagnosed with cancer. By establishing domestic production of these medical technologies, Bebig addresses a critical need for effective cancer treatment in the region.
Germanium and Applications
Venture Round in 2009
Germanium and Applications Ltd. is a manufacturer and exporter of germanium-based products, catering to high-technology industries such as optics, electronics, chemistry, aerospace, telecommunications, and solar power engineering. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Moscow, the company has expanded its operations internationally with representatives in the United States and the United Kingdom. It produces a variety of germanium products, including germanium blanks, concentrates, dioxide, and various germanium-containing compounds. The company operates a vertically integrated production system, which includes advanced manufacturing facilities in Novomoskovsk, equipped with cutting-edge machinery for the production of electro-optical components. Additionally, Germanium and Applications extracts germanium-rich coal from its mines in Primorsky Krai and employs innovative processes to manufacture germanium concentrate. This comprehensive approach enables the company to meet the specialized requirements of its diverse clientele across Europe, North America, and Asia.
Trackpore Technology
Seed Round in 2009
Trackpore Technology engages in the market of medical equipment for membrane plasmapheresis and cascade plasma filtration.
OptoGaN
Venture Round in 2008
OptoGaN Oy is a company based in Espoo, Finland, specializing in the development and production of high brightness light emitting diodes (LEDs) for solid state lighting applications worldwide. Established in 2004, OptoGaN focuses on various sectors, including indoor and outdoor lighting, automotive lighting, and white LED lamps. The company's flagship product is the OptoGaN f-Power I, a blue-color InGaN LED chip designed for diverse uses. OptoGaN operates a pilot manufacturing line in Dortmund, Germany, and has research and development operations in Helsinki. Additionally, the company has production facilities in Landshut, Germany, and St. Petersburg, Russia, supporting its growth and technological advancements in the global LED market.