Graphene Square
Venture Round in 2023
Graphene Square, headquartered in Seoul, Korea, is a pioneering manufacturer specializing in the production and commercialization of graphene material and films. Established as a spin-off from Prof. Byung Hee Hong's research at Seoul National University, the company focuses on developing large-scale chemical vapor deposition (CVD) graphene for use as transparent conductors and in other electronics applications. Graphene Square aims to supply high-quality graphene and equipment globally, contributing to advancements in carbon and 2D materials science and technology.
ElFys
Venture Round in 2022
ElFys Inc. is a Finnish company founded in 2017, specializing in the manufacture of advanced photodetectors and photodiode technologies. Headquartered in Espoo, Finland, the company emerged to commercialize innovative technologies developed by university researchers, which are protected by patent families. ElFys operates from the Micronova Nanofabrication Center, which offers state-of-the-art CMOS-compatible facilities for research and semi-mass production. The company leverages extensive expertise in silicon photovoltaics and applies related innovations to its photodiode products. Key aspects of its manufacturing process include surface passivation and defect engineering, which are crucial for enhancing the performance and response of their photodiodes. Their products find applications in various fields, including X-ray imaging, spectroscopy, and light sensing.
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Nearfield Instruments
Series B in 2019
Nearfield Instruments B.V. is a company based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that specializes in the development and manufacture of High-Throughput Scanning Probe Metrology systems for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2016, Nearfield Instruments focuses on enhancing process control in semiconductor manufacturing by enabling atomic-scale resolution in the analysis of integrated circuits. Their innovative technology allows for detailed scanning of chip surfaces during fabrication, which significantly improves production yields and the functionality of microchips. By offering advanced metrology solutions, Nearfield Instruments contributes to the production of smaller and more efficient electronic devices, marking a notable advancement over traditional metrology methods.
Nanophotonica
Venture Round in 2019
NanoPhotonica Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in nanomaterials and production techniques for the display, solar panel, and electronic device industries. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on enhancing the characteristics of optoelectronic devices. Its innovative materials serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen permeation, thereby preventing the premature degradation of organic material layers and significantly extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, NanoPhotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors, utilizing low-cost, high-throughput production methods that reduce material waste and enable affordable pricing for consumers.
Nearfield Instruments
Series A in 2017
Nearfield Instruments B.V. is a company based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that specializes in the development and manufacture of High-Throughput Scanning Probe Metrology systems for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2016, Nearfield Instruments focuses on enhancing process control in semiconductor manufacturing by enabling atomic-scale resolution in the analysis of integrated circuits. Their innovative technology allows for detailed scanning of chip surfaces during fabrication, which significantly improves production yields and the functionality of microchips. By offering advanced metrology solutions, Nearfield Instruments contributes to the production of smaller and more efficient electronic devices, marking a notable advancement over traditional metrology methods.
Nanophotonica
Series A in 2017
NanoPhotonica Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in nanomaterials and production techniques for the display, solar panel, and electronic device industries. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, with a research lab in Gainesville, the company focuses on enhancing the characteristics of optoelectronic devices. Its innovative materials serve as barriers to moisture and oxygen permeation, thereby preventing the premature degradation of organic material layers and significantly extending the lifespan of electronic devices. Additionally, NanoPhotonica produces QLED displays that deliver pure and vibrant colors, utilizing low-cost, high-throughput production methods that reduce material waste and enable affordable pricing for consumers.
StoreDot is an Israeli battery technology company specializing in extreme fast charging for electric vehicles and mobile devices. It develops and commercializes battery technologies that combine nano-structural materials with organic and inorganic compounds and proprietary electrolytes, with artificial intelligence to optimize performance and charging dynamics. The company aims to deliver faster charging, higher energy density, and safer operation by replacing conventional materials with advanced designs inspired by nature. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ramat-Gan, StoreDot positions itself as a materials and device innovator striving to accelerate the adoption of electrified transport and consumer devices through XFC capabilities.
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Exnodes
Seed Round in 2016
Exnodes Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Fremont, California, specializes in designing and developing advanced computational imaging and machine learning technologies for the semiconductor industry. The company focuses on rapid detection, identification, and root-cause analysis of nanoscale defects in semiconductor fabrication processes. Exnodes' technology enables increased fabrication yields and resource preservation by leveraging modern sensors, electronics, optics, mechanics, and high-speed digital processing. Its innovative computational parallel inspection (CPI) method uses visible light to achieve an 8.9 nanometer sensitivity breakthrough, allowing for unpatterned wafer inspection without the need for deep ultraviolet (DUV) systems. Exnodes' technology is licensed to semiconductor companies aiming to enhance their product yields and efficiency.
Kyulux is a material developer that researches and sells organic electroluminescence materials for OLED displays and lighting. The company specializes in thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) emitters and Hyperfluorescence technology that combines TADF with fluorescent emitters to achieve high efficiency. Kyulux develops and supplies OLED materials and related solutions to manufacturers in the display and lighting industries, enabling cost-effective, durable, and efficient OLED devices without rare metals. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan, Kyulux owns or controls a substantial portfolio of TADF intellectual property developed with Kyushu University and industry partners, supporting the commercial adoption of next-generation OLEDs.
Inpria
Venture Round in 2016
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
SBA Materials
Series D in 2015
SBA Materials, Inc. is a company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials specifically for back-end line and packaging applications in semiconductor manufacturing. Founded in 2001 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company specializes in low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric applications, addressing critical needs in the semiconductor industry. Its product portfolio includes uLK22, uLK1X, optical films, and various nano-porous and meso-porous materials. These materials are designed with exceptional surface areas and can be chemically functionalized, enabling a broad range of applications from electronics to optics and sensors. The company operates from a facility within the Science and Technology Park, which houses research and development laboratories, offices, and meeting spaces, fostering innovation and collaboration with local institutions, including the University of New Mexico and Sandia National Laboratories.
StoreDot is an Israeli battery technology company specializing in extreme fast charging for electric vehicles and mobile devices. It develops and commercializes battery technologies that combine nano-structural materials with organic and inorganic compounds and proprietary electrolytes, with artificial intelligence to optimize performance and charging dynamics. The company aims to deliver faster charging, higher energy density, and safer operation by replacing conventional materials with advanced designs inspired by nature. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ramat-Gan, StoreDot positions itself as a materials and device innovator striving to accelerate the adoption of electrified transport and consumer devices through XFC capabilities.
Nanosys
Venture Round in 2015
Nanosys, Inc. is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of quantum dot technology aimed at enhancing high-definition viewing experiences across various display applications. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Milpitas, California, Nanosys produces Quantum Dot Concentrate materials and Quantum Dot Enhancement films that improve the performance of a wide range of consumer electronics, including televisions, tablets, and smartphones. The company's quantum dots are nanoscale semiconductors that enable displays to achieve greater brightness and a wider color gamut, resulting in more lifelike images. This technology is compatible with various display types, including LED-LCDs, OLEDs, and micro-LEDs. Nanosys has seen significant adoption of its technology, with over 20 million devices shipped in numerous products, thus contributing to advancements in the display industry.
SBA Materials
Series C in 2014
SBA Materials, Inc. is a company focused on the development and commercialization of advanced electronic materials specifically for back-end line and packaging applications in semiconductor manufacturing. Founded in 2001 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company specializes in low-k dielectric materials for interlayer dielectric applications, addressing critical needs in the semiconductor industry. Its product portfolio includes uLK22, uLK1X, optical films, and various nano-porous and meso-porous materials. These materials are designed with exceptional surface areas and can be chemically functionalized, enabling a broad range of applications from electronics to optics and sensors. The company operates from a facility within the Science and Technology Park, which houses research and development laboratories, offices, and meeting spaces, fostering innovation and collaboration with local institutions, including the University of New Mexico and Sandia National Laboratories.
Inpria
Venture Round in 2014
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
Cambrios Technologies
Venture Round in 2014
Cambrios Technologies Corporation is a manufacturer of innovative electronic materials specializing in silver nanowire-based electrodes. Founded in 2002 and originally named Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded in August 2004. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan, Cambrios develops products such as ClearOhm, which are transparent conductive coatings that can be applied to various substrates for multiple applications. These include touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, OLED devices, and lighting, as well as thin film photovoltaics like organic photovoltaics and printed organic solar cells. Cambrios's technology enables simplified manufacturing processes and enhances the performance of next-generation consumer devices.
Inpria
Venture Round in 2014
Inpria Corporation is a specialized manufacturer based in Corvallis, Oregon, focusing on the design, development, and production of EUV metal oxide photoresists for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 2007, Inpria has established itself as a pioneer in the use of inorganic photoresists and thin films for nanoscale patterning. The company's patented photo-condensed molecular oxides allow for the direct deposition of atomically smooth, dense, and photopatternable metal oxide films from solution. This innovation enhances performance while simplifying processing. Inpria's products are meticulously optimized to meet industry specifications related to resolution, sensitivity, and line width roughness, offering a comprehensive solution that includes photoresists, developers, and ancillary materials to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing.
XG Sciences
Venture Round in 2014
XG Sciences, Inc. is a manufacturer of graphene nanoplatelets based in Lansing, Michigan. The company produces and sells its xGnP brand of graphene nanoplatelets, which are specialized carbon nanoparticles available in various sizes and thicknesses. These materials are utilized in a wide range of applications, including automotive, aerospace, medical, electronics, and energy storage. XG Sciences offers bulk materials for use in polymeric and metallic composites, coatings, and concrete additives, as well as formulated dispersions for conductive applications in printing and coating. Additionally, the company develops energy storage materials for lithium-ion and lead-carbon batteries and provides thermal management solutions, including thermal interface materials. Founded in 2006, XG Sciences operates a manufacturing plant with significant production capacity and collaborates with various research organizations, commercial entities, and development partners globally.
StoreDot is an Israeli battery technology company specializing in extreme fast charging for electric vehicles and mobile devices. It develops and commercializes battery technologies that combine nano-structural materials with organic and inorganic compounds and proprietary electrolytes, with artificial intelligence to optimize performance and charging dynamics. The company aims to deliver faster charging, higher energy density, and safer operation by replacing conventional materials with advanced designs inspired by nature. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Ramat-Gan, StoreDot positions itself as a materials and device innovator striving to accelerate the adoption of electrified transport and consumer devices through XFC capabilities.
Synos Technology
Venture Round in 2012
Synos Technology is the first company dedicated exclusively to the design & manufacture of high throughput ALD
for large & flexible substrate, and is the technology’s acknowledged leader
Since its founding in 2008, Synos has focused on improving ALD processes, observing that most ALD processing
problems originate from the inefficiency in gas-solid reaction
Synos has developed a unique remote plasma technology to deposit advantageous ALD films at extremely low
temperature for use in flexible OLED encapsulation application
In August 2008, Synos was incorporated and many key patents were filed
In September 2009, Synos Display, LLC was launched and the SEALCap™ solutions were being developed for
OLED encapsulation application
November 2009 – JDP with SAINT (SKKU Advanced Institute of Nanotechnology)
November 2012 – 3 patents granted and 45 patents pending in US
Cambrios Technologies
Series D in 2012
Cambrios Technologies Corporation is a manufacturer of innovative electronic materials specializing in silver nanowire-based electrodes. Founded in 2002 and originally named Semzyme, Inc., the company rebranded in August 2004. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with additional offices in Japan and Taiwan, Cambrios develops products such as ClearOhm, which are transparent conductive coatings that can be applied to various substrates for multiple applications. These include touch screens, liquid crystal displays, e-paper, OLED devices, and lighting, as well as thin film photovoltaics like organic photovoltaics and printed organic solar cells. Cambrios's technology enables simplified manufacturing processes and enhances the performance of next-generation consumer devices.