The U.S. Department of Energy is a government agency established in 1977, located in Washington, D.C. Its primary mission is to ensure the security and prosperity of the nation by tackling energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. The Department focuses on promoting transformative scientific and technological solutions to address these issues, thereby supporting the country's energy needs and environmental sustainability.
ClearSign Technologies Corporation, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing technologies that enhance the performance and efficiency of combustion systems across various sectors, including energy, oil and gas production, and industrial processing. The company offers innovative solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and increasing overall cost-effectiveness. Its patented ClearSign Core technology, along with the Electrodynamic Combustion Control™ platform, optimizes combustion processes by enhancing flame control and heat transfer, thereby minimizing harmful emissions. ClearSign provides a range of products, including process and boiler burners, flares, and the ClearSign Eye, which collectively address critical challenges in productivity and pollution within the industrial landscape.
SK Siltron CSS
Debt Financing in 2024
SK Siltron CSS pioneers next-generation semi-conductor technology innovation based on world-class technology.
CorePower Magnetics
Grant in 2024
CorePower Magnetics specializes in the manufacturing of electric components utilizing advanced magnetic core technology aimed at enhancing efficiency and power density. The company focuses on developing power-dense soft magnetics through innovative materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. This approach yields significant reductions in weight and volume, as well as decreased energy losses, all without relying on rare-earth metals. As a result, CorePower Magnetics' components offer improved current capabilities, extended ranges for electric vehicles, and longer lifespans for various applications. The company's commitment to optimizing magnetic core features addresses critical limitations in power electronics and power conversion systems, contributing to advancements in the electrification of transportation, energy efficiency, and grid modernization.
Li Industries
Grant in 2024
Li Industries is a start-up dedicated to advancing lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The company focuses on reclaiming materials from end-of-life batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and various energy storage systems. By utilizing direct recycling technology, Li Industries specializes in recovering valuable metals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel, which are essential for battery production. Their innovative electrochemical flow system allows for non-destructive lithiation and optimizes the post-treatment of recovered materials, enhancing the efficiency of the recycling process. Through its efforts, Li Industries aims to minimize environmental waste, lower emissions, and reduce the costs associated with lithium-ion battery manufacturing, thereby promoting a more sustainable supply chain for battery materials.
Solid Power
Grant in 2024
Solid Power Inc. specializes in the development of solid-state rechargeable batteries that are free from volatile or flammable liquid components. Founded in 2011 and based in Louisville, Colorado, the company focuses on creating batteries for various applications, including electric vehicles, portable electronics, aircraft, and satellites. Its solid-state batteries are designed to be energy-dense, safe, and reliable, offering significant improvements in performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Solid Power aims to license its battery cell designs and manufacturing expertise to leading battery manufacturers and automotive original equipment manufacturers, while also selling its proprietary sulfide-based solid electrolyte for use in all-solid-state battery cells.
LuxTech
Grant in 2024
LUXTECH, LLC is a Philadelphia-based company that specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing LED module solutions for lighting fixture manufacturers. Established in 2012, the company focuses on specification-grade LED modules, which include a range of products such as LINEAR Dynamic White, COB Warm Dim, and FLEX LED modules. LUXTECH caters to various industries, including entertainment, education, healthcare, and cultural sectors, by providing modules that support human-centric architectural lighting applications. The company assists original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in rapidly developing reliable, energy-efficient LED fixtures to meet market demands. With a commitment to innovation and efficiency, LUXTECH also offers custom designs and consultation services, enabling partners to retrofit existing fixtures or create new ones. Their products are designed for diverse applications such as troffers, downlights, and outdoor lighting, featuring long lifetimes and low energy consumption. LUXTECH’s LED modules are built using high-quality components, backed by a five-year warranty, ensuring reliability and performance in the lighting industry.
Nanohmics
Grant in 2024
Nanohmics Inc., founded in 2002 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in providing custom solutions in various advanced technological fields, including computational imaging, electro-optics, vacuum deposition, micro- and nanofabrication, and embedded systems instrumentation. The company focuses on integrating innovative power and thermal control subsystems with its devices, enabling enhanced performance across multiple applications such as surveillance, detection, and energy conversion. Nanohmics develops technologies that facilitate actionable information collection and analysis, promoting system automation and improving efficiency through smart sensing and automation.
RadiaBeam Technologies
Grant in 2024
RadiaBeam Technologies specializes in the manufacturing and supply of particle accelerator components, diagnostics, and complete accelerator systems. Additionally, the company offers terahertz optics and detectors, catering to the needs of scientific research laboratories and institutions.
CPS Technologies
Grant in 2024
CPS Technologies is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced materials, particularly focusing on metal matrix composites (MMCs). These composites combine metals and ceramics, offering superior properties such as improved thermal conductivity, reduced weight, and enhanced stiffness compared to traditional materials. CPS produces a range of custom MMC components, which are utilized across various sectors including transportation, automotive, energy, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and oil and gas. Their products include microprocessor lids, heat sinks, and baseplates for applications in radar, satellites, and avionics. Additionally, CPS solutions are integral to systems such as power modules for motion control, high voltage power factor correction, and cooling technologies for hybrid electric vehicles and uninterruptible power supplies. Through its innovative materials, CPS Technologies enhances the performance and reliability of critical applications in multiple industries.
Sydor Technologies
Grant in 2024
Sydor Technologies is a developer of diagnostic instruments and equipment tailored for laboratories, research facilities, defense, energy, and academic institutions worldwide. The company focuses on creating advanced diagnostics and imaging systems, which include cameras, X-ray beam monitors, image intensifiers, and photomultipliers. Their portfolio also features electronic pulsers designed for use in accelerator applications, as well as Diamond Beam Position Monitors and electrometers that offer comprehensive feedback and control across various experimental settings. Additionally, Sydor's direct detectors are engineered to enhance capabilities for soft, tender, and hard X-ray experiments, contributing to the advancement of science and technology across diverse fields.
Calabazas Creek Research
Grant in 2024
Calabazas Creek Research engages in the development of advanced, innovative technologies for high power RF generation and transmission.
Nano-C
Grant in 2024
Nano-C, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of nanostructured carbon materials for high-value applications in energy and electronics. Founded in 2001 and based in Westwood, Massachusetts, the company produces carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, and their derivatives. These materials are integral to a variety of technologies, including transparent conducting films for displays, advanced photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing, and components for solar panels, batteries, and fuel cells. Nano-C's products enable the creation of innovative and efficient solutions, contributing to advancements in electronics and renewable energy sectors. The company's offerings support the development of lighter, more durable devices, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable and high-performance materials.
Eden Park Illumination
Grant in 2024
Eden Park Illumination, Inc. is a lighting technology company based in Champaign, Illinois, established in 2007. The company specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of advanced lighting systems, particularly focusing on ultraviolet (UV) lamps. Its product offerings include various ultraviolet lighting systems, such as the patented Far-UVC 222nm disinfection lamps, which are designed to safely disinfect air and surfaces, helping to mitigate health threats like Covid-19. Eden Park's lamps are recognized for their toxicity-free design, uniform soft glow, and consistent color and intensity, making them suitable for diverse applications including architectural projects, retail displays, and interior lighting. The company benefits from a strong technological foundation, supported by over fifty years of expertise through its affiliation with the Laboratory of Optical Physics and Engineering at the University of Illinois.
EnPower
Grant in 2024
EnPower, Inc. is a manufacturer of lithium-ion battery cells and packs, primarily focused on applications in electric mobility, including electric vehicles, industrial robotics, and satellites. Founded in 2014 and based in Phoenix, Arizona, the company utilizes patented multi-layer electrode architectures that enhance battery performance by significantly improving charging rates and power output while maintaining service life. This technology addresses the traditional trade-off between energy density and power, allowing for faster charging and higher power generation. EnPower aims to license its scalable technology to automotive original equipment manufacturers and global cell manufacturers, facilitating rapid commercialization in the growing electric vehicle market. The company operates a pilot manufacturing facility capable of producing stacked pouch cells, supporting rapid prototyping and development of advanced battery solutions.
Epower Technology
Grant in 2024
Epower Technology develops high-power-density solid-state converters using sophisticated Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) devices.
Sequent Logic
Grant in 2024
Sequent Logic creates software-defined radio and digital signal processing solutions for clients. Their solutions include custom acquisition, DSP, waveform synthesis solutions, custom rf, mixed-signal electronics design, and form factors. They offers customer support through email and phone contact.
Nielson Scientific
Grant in 2024
Nielson Scientific develops custom UVC systems that produce precise and consistent UVC doses for industrial applications. The company is based in Lehi, Utah.
Nokomis
Grant in 2024
Nokomis is a technology company specializing in electromagnetic products and services. It manufactures and supplies advanced diagnostic tools for detecting electronic counterfeits, radio frequency and microwave collectors, electronic health monitoring systems, and specialized coatings. Additionally, Nokomis offers counterfeit electronics testing, cybersecurity threat assessments, and engineering services, primarily catering to defense and cybersecurity sectors. The company can be reached via mail, phone, or its physical address.
Batteries Plus
Grant in 2024
Batteries Plus manufactures and distributes a range of batteries and bulbs to its clients. The company offers smartphone and tablet repair services to its clients. It manufactures and distributes retail and B2B batteries and lightbulbs. Batteries Plus was founded in 1988 and is based in Puerto Rico.
Senga Engineering
Grant in 2024
Senga Engineering manufactures metal and plastic components for the connector industry. They provide precision-machined components to a wide range of companies and industries. The company works with manufacturers and systems integrators as a second or third tier supplier to serve stringent requirements for the medical, aerospace, defense, and automobile industries.
IT Asset Partners
Grant in 2024
IT Asset Partners specializes in electronic asset management and IT asset disposition, focusing on data destruction, component recycling, and environmental recycling services. The company serves original equipment manufacturers, retailers, and distributors by offering a hybrid recycling model that facilitates the reintegration of generic parts and components into support systems. This approach enhances asset value recovery, enabling clients to achieve a higher monetary return on their retired IT assets. Through its comprehensive services, IT Asset Partners addresses the growing need for sustainable and responsible management of electronic waste while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Electroimpact
Grant in 2024
Electroimpact is a highly experienced provider of factory automation and tooling solutions.
Ion Storage Systems
Grant in 2024
ION Storage Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacture of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, targeting industries such as defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, the company focuses on developing batteries that are energy dense and safe for diverse applications. Their innovative solid-state battery technology features a design consisting of two sponges on either side of a thin ceramic separator, utilizing low-cost, non-flammable materials. This approach not only enhances safety but also ensures the batteries are lightweight and compact, making them suitable for various environments and mission-critical needs.
CleanTech Strategies
Grant in 2024
CleanTech Strategies (CTS) is a subject matter expert firm specializing in energy storage, power electronics, microgrids, renewables, and advanced materials.
The Chemours
Grant in 2024
The Chemours Company is a global leader in performance chemicals, operating across North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Chemours operates through three segments: Fluoroproducts, Chemical Solutions, and Titanium Technologies. The Fluoroproducts segment produces a range of fluorochemicals, including refrigerants and specialty coatings, while the Chemical Solutions segment supplies industrial and specialty chemicals for various industries such as mining and electronics. The Titanium Technologies segment, which generates the majority of the company's revenue, manufactures titanium dioxide pigments used in coatings, plastics, and packaging. Chemours is dedicated to providing innovative, chemistry-based solutions that enhance product performance and sustainability across diverse applications.
ACS Industries
Grant in 2024
ACS Industries is an engineering company that specializes in manufacturing wire mesh products. The company produces components for various applications, including automotive exhaust systems, safety restraint systems, and vibration-dampening technologies. In addition to its automotive and industrial offerings, ACS Industries provides a range of cleaning products, such as hand pads, metal scrubbers, sponges, floor pads, mops, and related accessories, catering to the foodservice and janitorial sectors.
SK Siltron CSS
Debt Financing in 2024
SK Siltron CSS pioneers next-generation semi-conductor technology innovation based on world-class technology.
Zonexus
Grant in 2024
Zonexus specializes in the development of electron microscopy tools designed to enhance the understanding and performance of battery materials. The company manufactures equipment for various types of electron microscopes, including transmission electron microscopes (TEM), scanning electron microscopes (SEM), and focused ion beam (FIB) microscopes, as well as other related instruments. By providing advanced tools for microscopy and spectroscopy, Zonexus supports researchers in their efforts to analyze battery materials and improve their performance.
Amethyst Research
Grant in 2024
Amethyst Research is a company focused on the development of electro-optical materials and devices. It specializes in infrared device technology, providing cost-effective solutions alongside the necessary expertise for the creation and commercialization of innovative optoelectronic products. The company offers ultra-high performance infrared detectors, which have led to the advancement of high-resolution gas sensors. These innovations enable the development of defect passivation technologies that enhance the operability of semiconductor focal plane arrays, sensors, and detectors used in Department of Defense applications. Through its commitment to research and collaboration, Amethyst Research aims to advance the field of optoelectronics.
InnoSys
Grant in 2024
InnoSys manufactures electronic systems and applications. Their products include travelling wave tubes and amplifiers, voltage switching power supplies, millimetre wave power modules, and vacuum electronic devices. They also provide design services.
Sequent Logic
Grant in 2024
Sequent Logic creates software-defined radio and digital signal processing solutions for clients. Their solutions include custom acquisition, DSP, waveform synthesis solutions, custom rf, mixed-signal electronics design, and form factors. They offers customer support through email and phone contact.
Cryomagnetics
Grant in 2024
Cryomagnetics is an engineering and manufacturing facility established in 1983 that specializes in the development of superconducting magnets and related technologies for the research and medical sectors. The company designs and produces a comprehensive range of products, including ultra-low temperature cryogenic research tools, cryostats, dilution refrigerators, cryogen-free systems, and various cryogenic accessories. With the capability to manufacture complete superconducting magnet systems in-house, Cryomagnetics serves as a reliable source for advanced cryogenic solutions, catering to the needs of its diverse clientele in scientific and medical applications.
RadiaBeam Technologies
Grant in 2024
RadiaBeam Technologies specializes in the manufacturing and supply of particle accelerator components, diagnostics, and complete accelerator systems. Additionally, the company offers terahertz optics and detectors, catering to the needs of scientific research laboratories and institutions.
Direct Electron
Grant in 2024
Direct Electron develops and delivers cameras for electron microscopy.
InnoSys
Grant in 2024
InnoSys manufactures electronic systems and applications. Their products include travelling wave tubes and amplifiers, voltage switching power supplies, millimetre wave power modules, and vacuum electronic devices. They also provide design services.
Recon-RF
Grant in 2024
Recon RF specializes in the design and manufacture of monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs), low-noise amplifiers (LNAs), mixers, and transmit/receive (T/R) cells, which are essential for creating integrated microwave assemblies and modules operating from DC to over 140 GHz. The company is known for its advanced GaN solid-state power amplifier (SSPA) design capabilities, allowing for the development of custom ultra-high-efficiency SSPAs in various configurations, including MMIC and Hybrid-MIC forms. Additionally, Recon RF utilizes parallel computing techniques to optimize on-chip component values with electromagnetic (EM) accuracy, facilitating the exploration of design alternatives and the verification of large-scale system performance. This innovative approach enhances product development and amplifier efficiency for their clients.
AMPeers
Grant in 2024
AMPeers provides novel solutions to a variety of material issues. It manufactures and sells one-of-a-kind goods such as round high-temperature superconductor wires and defect-tolerant superconductor tapes for a variety of applications.
Optical Engines
Grant in 2024
Optical Engines specializes in the technology for creating fibre photonic crystal fibre amplifiers and other LMA based amplifiers.
Pacific MicroCHIP
Grant in 2024
Pacific Microchip is an ASIC/IC design services provider. Incorporated in 2006, Pacific Microchip offers a wide range of ASIC design expertise: SERDES, Modulator Drivers, ADC, DAC, TIA and digital cores. They design and integrate on a single chip: analog, RF, mixed signal and digital functions. Their IP portfolio includes blocks for application in SERDES and transceivers. Previously used foundries: TSMC, GF, IBM, TowerJazz Semiconductor; the technology nodes include 28nm-350nm CMOS and 130nm/180nm SiGe. Their services include specification-to-silicon as well as assistance in any IC design stage.
Sigray
Grant in 2024
Sigray develops x-ray instruments for studying microstructure, chemistry, and composition. Their instruments are enabled by a patented ultrahigh-brightness x-ray source and x-ray focusing optic technology. Its systems include x-ray microscopes, micro-x-ray fluorescence systems, and x-ray absorption spectroscopy systems.
Calabazas Creek Research
Grant in 2024
Calabazas Creek Research engages in the development of advanced, innovative technologies for high power RF generation and transmission.
Caporus Technologies
Grant in 2024
Caporus Technologies specializes in the development of innovative thin-film dielectrics designed for high-energy-density capacitors. The company's technology provides reliable capacitive energy storage and filtering, capable of operating at elevated voltages and temperatures. This capability is essential for next-generation power conversion systems, which are crucial for advancing the electrification of transportation and integrating distributed energy resources into the power grid. By addressing the growing demands for efficiency and performance in power conversion, Caporus supports its clients in meeting contemporary energy challenges.
NovaTech
Grant in 2024
NovaTech began as an engineering services company primarily supporting the nuclear industry. Today NovaTech provides high end engineering and manufacturing services to nuclear, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets from their 25,000 square foot facility located in Lynchburg, VA. NovaTech’s engineering department is comprised of engineers, designers, and scientists who are adept at using the latest analytical and design software. They provide mechanical analysis, thermal analysis, machine design, structural design, and programming services. NovaTech’s manufacturing and welding operations are housed in a 9000 square foot shop area. All welders are AWS certified and they routinely provide complete data packs including load test, weld checks, material certs, and welder qualifications to their customers. Their assembly area has a 25′ under the hook height and 5 ton gantry crane.
RadiaBeam Technologies
Grant in 2024
RadiaBeam Technologies specializes in the manufacturing and supply of particle accelerator components, diagnostics, and complete accelerator systems. Additionally, the company offers terahertz optics and detectors, catering to the needs of scientific research laboratories and institutions.
XIA
Grant in 2024
XIA produces advanced X-ray and gamma-ray detector electronics and related instruments with applications.
Sentek Instrument
Grant in 2024
Sentek Instrument manufactures a range of fiber optic sensing solutions and sensor systems for various industries.
Cerium Laboratories
Grant in 2024
Cerium Laboratories provides electron imaging, surface science, mass spectroscopy, and chemical analysis.
Aeluma
Grant in 2024
Aeluma operates as a semiconductor company that specializes in sensors and communications.
Skutek Instrumentation
Grant in 2024
SkuTek Instrumentation specializes in the development of high-density electronics aimed at data collection in nuclear and high-energy physics. The company produces advanced digital data acquisition systems that facilitate the study of various phenomena, including radiation, cosmic rays, dark matter, and nuclear particles. Its technology is designed to support fundamental research as well as industrial and academic applications, providing the research community with cost-effective solutions to enhance their scientific inquiries.
Diversified Technologies
Grant in 2024
Diversified Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets high-voltage, solid-state, pulsed power modulators and power suplies.
Eagle Harbor Technologies
Grant in 2024
Eagle Harbor Technologies provides pulsed-power solutions to solve challenging problems for commercial and research markets.
STAR Cryoelectronics
Grant in 2024
STAR Cryoelectronics is a supplier of SQUID sensors and related readout electronics and cryogenic systems.
Mesa Photonics
Grant in 2023
Mesa Photonics is a manufacturing company. They produce scientific tests and measurement equipment. Their technology is applied to the detection of compounds including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, methane, hydrogen chloride, nitric oxide, and ethylene.
Amethyst Research
Grant in 2023
Amethyst Research is a company focused on the development of electro-optical materials and devices. It specializes in infrared device technology, providing cost-effective solutions alongside the necessary expertise for the creation and commercialization of innovative optoelectronic products. The company offers ultra-high performance infrared detectors, which have led to the advancement of high-resolution gas sensors. These innovations enable the development of defect passivation technologies that enhance the operability of semiconductor focal plane arrays, sensors, and detectors used in Department of Defense applications. Through its commitment to research and collaboration, Amethyst Research aims to advance the field of optoelectronics.
Protochips
Grant in 2023
Protochips is an early-stage company dedicated to advancing materials and life sciences research through innovative analytical tools aimed at the development of nano-scale materials. It addresses a significant challenge in the field: the separation of observation and manipulation tools for nano-scale research. By integrating these tools into a cohesive platform, Protochips leverages proprietary technology to enhance the functionality of widely used electron and optical microscopes, transforming them from simple imaging devices into comprehensive nano-scale laboratories. This integration allows researchers to achieve in situ experimental control while benefiting from superior analysis and resolution capabilities, ultimately improving productivity and generating actionable data to expedite scientific discovery.
EPIR
Grant in 2023
EPIR Technologies, Inc., established in 1997 and headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, specializes in the development and manufacturing of optoelectronic materials and sensors. The company focuses on infrared detectors and sensors, serving both defense and civilian sectors. Its product portfolio includes infrared detectors based on materials like cadmium zinc telluride and silicon, as well as biosensors for detecting biological warfare agents. EPIR also offers wafer polishing services, research and development services, and epitaxial products for various applications. As of 2018, EPIR operates as a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, Inc.
Zonexus
Grant in 2023
Zonexus specializes in the development of electron microscopy tools designed to enhance the understanding and performance of battery materials. The company manufactures equipment for various types of electron microscopes, including transmission electron microscopes (TEM), scanning electron microscopes (SEM), and focused ion beam (FIB) microscopes, as well as other related instruments. By providing advanced tools for microscopy and spectroscopy, Zonexus supports researchers in their efforts to analyze battery materials and improve their performance.
Nion
Grant in 2023
Nion is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of electron-optical instruments, with a focus on advanced scanning transmission electron microscopes. They produce a range of products, including the u-hermes, ultrastem 200, ultrastem 500, and ultrastem 100, designed to enhance productivity and enable novel experiments. Nion works closely with customers to create customized solutions that address specific real-world challenges, combining clean, bakeable vacuum technology, modern electron optics for high resolution, and flexible design for post-installation modifications.
Direct Electron
Grant in 2023
Direct Electron develops and delivers cameras for electron microscopy.
Skutek Instrumentation
Grant in 2023
SkuTek Instrumentation specializes in the development of high-density electronics aimed at data collection in nuclear and high-energy physics. The company produces advanced digital data acquisition systems that facilitate the study of various phenomena, including radiation, cosmic rays, dark matter, and nuclear particles. Its technology is designed to support fundamental research as well as industrial and academic applications, providing the research community with cost-effective solutions to enhance their scientific inquiries.
Sequent Logic
Grant in 2023
Sequent Logic creates software-defined radio and digital signal processing solutions for clients. Their solutions include custom acquisition, DSP, waveform synthesis solutions, custom rf, mixed-signal electronics design, and form factors. They offers customer support through email and phone contact.
Nanoramic Laboratories
Grant in 2023
Nanoramic Laboratories is a Boston-based company focused on developing advanced energy storage technologies and materials. It specializes in designing, manufacturing, and licensing Neocarbonix electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, as well as producing FastCAP ultracapacitors, which utilize nanocarbon-based electrodes for enhanced performance. The company also offers Thermexit, a line of high-performance thermal interface gap filler pads. Originating from research funded by NASA, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Defense, Nanoramic's innovations aim to revolutionize industries such as electric vehicle batteries and consumer electronics. Established in 2008 and formerly known as FastCAP Systems Corporation, Nanoramic continues to expand its product offerings, which include ultracapacitors capable of operating in extreme temperatures and various energy storage solutions tailored to meet market demands.
CorePower Magnetics
Grant in 2023
CorePower Magnetics specializes in the manufacturing of electric components utilizing advanced magnetic core technology aimed at enhancing efficiency and power density. The company focuses on developing power-dense soft magnetics through innovative materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. This approach yields significant reductions in weight and volume, as well as decreased energy losses, all without relying on rare-earth metals. As a result, CorePower Magnetics' components offer improved current capabilities, extended ranges for electric vehicles, and longer lifespans for various applications. The company's commitment to optimizing magnetic core features addresses critical limitations in power electronics and power conversion systems, contributing to advancements in the electrification of transportation, energy efficiency, and grid modernization.
Great Lakes Crystal Technologies
Grant in 2023
Great Lakes Crystal Technologies specializes in the production of diamond materials tailored for advanced applications across various industries, including semiconductors, electronics, and energy. The company employs proprietary diamond crystal growth technology, which allows for the creation of high-performance diamond materials in a cost-effective manner. This innovative approach enables customers to access quality diamond materials at reduced costs compared to conventional production methods, positioning Great Lakes Crystal Technologies as a key player in the diamond materials market.
Nth Cycle
Grant in 2023
Nth Cycle is a metal processing technology company that focuses on recovering critical minerals through innovative electro-extraction methods. It collaborates with battery recyclers and mining operations to extract production-grade minerals from e-waste and low-grade mine tailings, offering a cleaner and more customizable alternative to traditional hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical processes. By utilizing its advanced recycling technology, Nth Cycle aims to reduce reliance on primary mining, thereby creating a sustainable secondary source of rare earth metals in the United States. This approach supports the manufacturing and recycling industries while contributing to advancements in clean energy.
Princeton NuEnergy
Grant in 2023
Princeton NuEnergy is a clean-tech startup specializing in the direct recycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The company utilizes patented Direct Battery Recycling technology to produce high-quality cathode active materials at low operating costs from spent batteries. This innovative process allows for the regeneration of cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, solvents, and other materials, enabling clients to restore battery components without fully breaking down their chemical structures. By providing sustainable energy solutions, Princeton NuEnergy addresses environmental challenges associated with battery waste and promotes a circular economy in the battery industry.
ClearSign Combustion
Grant in 2023
ClearSign Technologies Corporation, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing technologies that enhance the performance and efficiency of combustion systems across various sectors, including energy, oil and gas production, and industrial processing. The company offers innovative solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and increasing overall cost-effectiveness. Its patented ClearSign Core technology, along with the Electrodynamic Combustion Control™ platform, optimizes combustion processes by enhancing flame control and heat transfer, thereby minimizing harmful emissions. ClearSign provides a range of products, including process and boiler burners, flares, and the ClearSign Eye, which collectively address critical challenges in productivity and pollution within the industrial landscape.
Sydor Technologies
Grant in 2023
Sydor Technologies is a developer of diagnostic instruments and equipment tailored for laboratories, research facilities, defense, energy, and academic institutions worldwide. The company focuses on creating advanced diagnostics and imaging systems, which include cameras, X-ray beam monitors, image intensifiers, and photomultipliers. Their portfolio also features electronic pulsers designed for use in accelerator applications, as well as Diamond Beam Position Monitors and electrometers that offer comprehensive feedback and control across various experimental settings. Additionally, Sydor's direct detectors are engineered to enhance capabilities for soft, tender, and hard X-ray experiments, contributing to the advancement of science and technology across diverse fields.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Grant in 2023
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a renowned research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It offers educational courses and conducts research in science, technology, and engineering through its five schools and one college, encompassing a wide range of academic programs. MIT is renowned for its rigorous curriculum, award-winning faculty, and distinguished alumni, many of whom have received prestigious scholarships and awards. The university also operates the Deshpande Center for Technological Innovation, which provides grant funding and mentorship to support research projects.
Euclid TechLabs
Grant in 2023
Euclid TechLabs is a research and development company focused on the advancement of conventional, dielectric, and RF accelerators. It specializes in creating high-power, high-frequency devices and beam instrumentation, catering to a range of applications. The company offers product development and commercial solutions in areas such as linear particle accelerators, ultrafast electron microscopy, and advanced material technologies. These innovations support various sectors, including energy, defense, and medical fields, by providing clients with effective solutions that enhance scientific discovery and foster breakthroughs in crucial industries.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Grant in 2023
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a renowned research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It offers educational courses and conducts research in science, technology, and engineering through its five schools and one college, encompassing a wide range of academic programs. MIT is renowned for its rigorous curriculum, award-winning faculty, and distinguished alumni, many of whom have received prestigious scholarships and awards. The university also operates the Deshpande Center for Technological Innovation, which provides grant funding and mentorship to support research projects.
Tiptek
Grant in 2023
Tiptek offers a product line of probes and needles that are purchased and used by industry leaders for scanning probe microscopy, transfer of lamella formed by focused ion beams, and scanning electron microscope-based nanoprobers used in semiconductor failure analysis.
NexGen Power Systems
Grant in 2023
NexGen Power Systems, Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Santa Clara, California, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced vertical power semiconductor devices using homoepitaxial gallium nitride (GaN) layers on bulk GaN substrates. The company is focused on reinventing power electronics through its innovative NexGen Vertical GaN™ technology, which enhances the efficiency and reliability of power conversion systems. This technology leads to significant reductions in cost, size, and weight of energy systems, positioning NexGen as a leader in providing compact and efficient solutions for various applications in the power electronics sector.
Achiewell
Grant in 2023
Achiewell is a chemical firm specializing in developing new solutions to unusual issues in the automotive, electronics, and aerospace coatings sectors.
EnPower
Grant in 2023
EnPower, Inc. is a manufacturer of lithium-ion battery cells and packs, primarily focused on applications in electric mobility, including electric vehicles, industrial robotics, and satellites. Founded in 2014 and based in Phoenix, Arizona, the company utilizes patented multi-layer electrode architectures that enhance battery performance by significantly improving charging rates and power output while maintaining service life. This technology addresses the traditional trade-off between energy density and power, allowing for faster charging and higher power generation. EnPower aims to license its scalable technology to automotive original equipment manufacturers and global cell manufacturers, facilitating rapid commercialization in the growing electric vehicle market. The company operates a pilot manufacturing facility capable of producing stacked pouch cells, supporting rapid prototyping and development of advanced battery solutions.
Tech4Imaging
Grant in 2023
Tech4Imaging is a leading developer of non-invasive imaging technology aimed at commercial and industrial applications. The company specializes in creating advanced instrumentation that provides critical information for optimizing and automating processes in challenging conditions where traditional tools may fail. Central to their innovation is proprietary capacitance-based imaging technology, specifically Electrical Capacitance Volume Tomography (ECVT), developed in collaboration with researchers from The Ohio State University. This technology addresses complex multiphase flow challenges encountered in various industries. Tech4Imaging holds over 15 patents and has published more than 30 peer-reviewed journal articles, underscoring its commitment to research and development. The company offers a range of products, including acquisition hardware, sensors, and software, alongside consultation services, all designed to enhance industrial process visualization and efficiency. Through strong partnerships and a focus on core values, Tech4Imaging continues to advance its technological offerings and expand its impact in the industry.
PD3 Technologies
Grant in 2023
PD3 Technologies provides software, hardware, and electronics services.
Epower Technology
Grant in 2023
Epower Technology develops high-power-density solid-state converters using sophisticated Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) devices.
Ion Storage Systems
Grant in 2023
ION Storage Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacture of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, targeting industries such as defense, aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland, the company focuses on developing batteries that are energy dense and safe for diverse applications. Their innovative solid-state battery technology features a design consisting of two sponges on either side of a thin ceramic separator, utilizing low-cost, non-flammable materials. This approach not only enhances safety but also ensures the batteries are lightweight and compact, making them suitable for various environments and mission-critical needs.
Adroit Materials
Grant in 2023
Adroit Materials creates III-nitride technology for customer-specific electrical and optoelectronic device applications. The company's goods are created from high-quality crystals that it can create by controlling alloy composition and doping, two areas in which it specializes.
Iris Light Technologies
Grant in 2023
Iris Light Technologies is an electronics company that focuses on advancing the cloud through innovative on-chip laser technology. It specializes in artificial intelligence, 5G communications, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The company has developed a proprietary and scalable method to deposit multiple lasers onto a single chip, enhancing the bandwidth and energy efficiency of light chips. This technology supports applications in optical communications, optical sensors, and various emerging areas, including IoT sensors, positioning Iris Light Technologies as a key player in the rapidly growing silicon photonics market.
UHV Technologies
Grant in 2023
UHV Technologies is a high-tech business focused on the research and commercialization of innovative materials and electronics.
Nano-C
Grant in 2023
Nano-C, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of nanostructured carbon materials for high-value applications in energy and electronics. Founded in 2001 and based in Westwood, Massachusetts, the company produces carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, and their derivatives. These materials are integral to a variety of technologies, including transparent conducting films for displays, advanced photoresists for semiconductor manufacturing, and components for solar panels, batteries, and fuel cells. Nano-C's products enable the creation of innovative and efficient solutions, contributing to advancements in electronics and renewable energy sectors. The company's offerings support the development of lighter, more durable devices, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable and high-performance materials.
CelLink
Debt Financing in 2023
CelLink Corporation is an innovative company focused on developing flexible conductive backplanes and circuits for power electronics, including applications in batteries, solar panels, light-emitting diodes, and wire harnessing. Founded in 2012 and based in Belmont, California, CelLink manufactures high-conductance, large-area flexible circuits designed to facilitate clean power transmission. Their products integrate essential components such as busing, fusing, and voltage and temperature monitoring into a single circuit, providing customers with efficient solutions for power and data transmission at competitive prices. By offering advanced technology in a growing market, CelLink aims to support the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Jetcool
Grant in 2023
Jetcool Technologies Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Littleton, Massachusetts, specializes in the research and development of advanced cooling solutions for high-power electronics. The company's core product, microjet cooling modules, is designed to efficiently cool components at the chip or device level, serving industries such as defense and aerospace, advanced semiconductors, data centers, and electric vehicle power systems. Jetcool's technology, developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, offers customized and stock products, targeting long-lasting, low-heat, and power-efficient devices.
Integrated Sensors
Grant in 2023
Integrated Sensors offers ultra-fast transmissive beam monitoring technology for ionizing particle and photon external beam radiotherapy.
Mesa Photonics
Grant in 2023
Mesa Photonics is a manufacturing company. They produce scientific tests and measurement equipment. Their technology is applied to the detection of compounds including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, methane, hydrogen chloride, nitric oxide, and ethylene.
Optimax Systems
Grant in 2023
Optimax Systems specializes in the manufacturing of high-precision optical components tailored for advanced applications in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. The company focuses on producing prototypes and small volumes of optics, ensuring rapid delivery and performance to meet the specific needs of its clients. By providing precision optics for various applications, including display technologies and solar energy, Optimax supports both commercial enterprises and government agencies in achieving their technological goals.
Great Lakes Crystal Technologies
Grant in 2023
Great Lakes Crystal Technologies specializes in the production of diamond materials tailored for advanced applications across various industries, including semiconductors, electronics, and energy. The company employs proprietary diamond crystal growth technology, which allows for the creation of high-performance diamond materials in a cost-effective manner. This innovative approach enables customers to access quality diamond materials at reduced costs compared to conventional production methods, positioning Great Lakes Crystal Technologies as a key player in the diamond materials market.
EPIR
Grant in 2023
EPIR Technologies, Inc., established in 1997 and headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, specializes in the development and manufacturing of optoelectronic materials and sensors. The company focuses on infrared detectors and sensors, serving both defense and civilian sectors. Its product portfolio includes infrared detectors based on materials like cadmium zinc telluride and silicon, as well as biosensors for detecting biological warfare agents. EPIR also offers wafer polishing services, research and development services, and epitaxial products for various applications. As of 2018, EPIR operates as a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, Inc.
Electron Optica
Grant in 2023
Electron Optica provides electron-optical solutions including manufacturing, integration and testing of charged particle beam instruments.
RadiaBeam Technologies
Grant in 2023
RadiaBeam Technologies specializes in the manufacturing and supply of particle accelerator components, diagnostics, and complete accelerator systems. Additionally, the company offers terahertz optics and detectors, catering to the needs of scientific research laboratories and institutions.
Nion
Grant in 2023
Nion is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of electron-optical instruments, with a focus on advanced scanning transmission electron microscopes. They produce a range of products, including the u-hermes, ultrastem 200, ultrastem 500, and ultrastem 100, designed to enhance productivity and enable novel experiments. Nion works closely with customers to create customized solutions that address specific real-world challenges, combining clean, bakeable vacuum technology, modern electron optics for high resolution, and flexible design for post-installation modifications.
Pacific MicroCHIP
Grant in 2023
Pacific Microchip is an ASIC/IC design services provider. Incorporated in 2006, Pacific Microchip offers a wide range of ASIC design expertise: SERDES, Modulator Drivers, ADC, DAC, TIA and digital cores. They design and integrate on a single chip: analog, RF, mixed signal and digital functions. Their IP portfolio includes blocks for application in SERDES and transceivers. Previously used foundries: TSMC, GF, IBM, TowerJazz Semiconductor; the technology nodes include 28nm-350nm CMOS and 130nm/180nm SiGe. Their services include specification-to-silicon as well as assistance in any IC design stage.
Aqwest
Grant in 2023
Aqwest LLC is a science and technology innovation firm that creates and commercializes cutting-edge photonics, thermal management, and energy efficiency solutions. Their goal is to create new generations of electronic, photonic, thermal, and energy systems that are much smaller, lighter, and more efficient than current designs.
Rayonix
Grant in 2023
Rayonix is well-known throughout the world for producing the most advanced large area X-ray detectors, ranging from the original MarCCD and its upgraded version, the SX-165, to the largest CCD mosaic detectors on the market, the MX Series. These instruments are used in many home laboratories as well as nearly every major synchrotron around the world.
Nth Cycle
Grant in 2022
Nth Cycle is a metal processing technology company that focuses on recovering critical minerals through innovative electro-extraction methods. It collaborates with battery recyclers and mining operations to extract production-grade minerals from e-waste and low-grade mine tailings, offering a cleaner and more customizable alternative to traditional hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical processes. By utilizing its advanced recycling technology, Nth Cycle aims to reduce reliance on primary mining, thereby creating a sustainable secondary source of rare earth metals in the United States. This approach supports the manufacturing and recycling industries while contributing to advancements in clean energy.
CorePower Magnetics
Grant in 2022
CorePower Magnetics specializes in the manufacturing of electric components utilizing advanced magnetic core technology aimed at enhancing efficiency and power density. The company focuses on developing power-dense soft magnetics through innovative materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. This approach yields significant reductions in weight and volume, as well as decreased energy losses, all without relying on rare-earth metals. As a result, CorePower Magnetics' components offer improved current capabilities, extended ranges for electric vehicles, and longer lifespans for various applications. The company's commitment to optimizing magnetic core features addresses critical limitations in power electronics and power conversion systems, contributing to advancements in the electrification of transportation, energy efficiency, and grid modernization.
Princeton NuEnergy
Grant in 2022
Princeton NuEnergy is a clean-tech startup specializing in the direct recycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The company utilizes patented Direct Battery Recycling technology to produce high-quality cathode active materials at low operating costs from spent batteries. This innovative process allows for the regeneration of cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, solvents, and other materials, enabling clients to restore battery components without fully breaking down their chemical structures. By providing sustainable energy solutions, Princeton NuEnergy addresses environmental challenges associated with battery waste and promotes a circular economy in the battery industry.
Sydor Technologies
Grant in 2022
Sydor Technologies is a developer of diagnostic instruments and equipment tailored for laboratories, research facilities, defense, energy, and academic institutions worldwide. The company focuses on creating advanced diagnostics and imaging systems, which include cameras, X-ray beam monitors, image intensifiers, and photomultipliers. Their portfolio also features electronic pulsers designed for use in accelerator applications, as well as Diamond Beam Position Monitors and electrometers that offer comprehensive feedback and control across various experimental settings. Additionally, Sydor's direct detectors are engineered to enhance capabilities for soft, tender, and hard X-ray experiments, contributing to the advancement of science and technology across diverse fields.
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