Coreshell
Series A in 2025
Coreshell Technologies, Inc. is a Berkeley, California-based company founded in 2017, specializing in the development of advanced lithium-ion batteries through innovative materials engineering. The company addresses critical degradation issues in rechargeable batteries with its proprietary nanolayer thin-film coating technology. This technology protects battery electrodes from harmful chemical reactions that can diminish capacity and safety, ultimately enhancing battery performance and durability. Coreshell's solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly into existing manufacturing processes, making significant improvements in battery capacity, safety, and cost-effectiveness for electric vehicle and grid storage markets. By focusing on these advancements, Coreshell aims to facilitate the transition to electric transportation and renewable energy.
Inkbit
Venture Round in 2024
Inkbit Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Medford, Massachusetts, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of advanced 3D printers. The company has created a next-generation additive manufacturing platform that integrates machine vision and multi-material jetting technologies. By leveraging expertise from MIT-trained scientists and engineers, Inkbit aims to address the challenges of mass-market additive manufacturing. Its innovative approach enables rapid, on-demand production of polymer 3D printed parts, effectively bridging the gap between prototyping and full-scale manufacturing. This capability caters to the needs of industries requiring high precision and speed for complex, multi-material end-use products.
Syzygy Plasmonics
Venture Round in 2024
Syzygy Plasmonics, Inc. is a Houston-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of photocatalytic reactor systems for industrial chemical reactions. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on creating reactors that facilitate the generation of fuel cell quality hydrogen from ammonia, specifically for small-to-medium-scale applications. These advanced reactors operate at significantly lower temperatures than traditional chemical reactors, allowing for reduced maintenance costs and the ability to quickly start or stop production. By utilizing light as an energy source, Syzygy Plasmonics enables the integration of renewable electricity into chemical manufacturing, contributing to the decarbonization of various industries and supporting the on-site production of ultra-low-cost hydrogen gas for fuel cell vehicles.
AM Batteries
Series B in 2023
Founded in 2016, AM Batteries specializes in the manufacture of Li-ion batteries using solvent-free electrode technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance energy efficiency, enable faster charging, and reduce production costs.
Mitra Chem
Series B in 2023
Mitra Chem specializes in the production of lithium-ion battery materials. It focuses on developing and commercializing iron-based cathode materials to facilitate widespread electrification in transportation and energy storage sectors.
Verdagy specializes in innovative water electrolysis technology for large-scale green hydrogen production. Based in Moss Landing, California, the company operates laboratory and pilot plant facilities to advance its technology platform, aiming to achieve low upfront capital costs and competitive unit economics.
Amogy specializes in developing carbon-free energy solutions for hard-to-abate sectors such as maritime, power generation, and heavy industry. Its patented ammonia cracking technology converts liquid ammonia into electrical power using hydrogen fuel cells.
Visolis
Seed Round in 2023
Visolis is a bioengineering company based in Berkeley, California, that specializes in the development of carbon-negative and sustainable chemicals. Established in 2012, the company employs a systems approach that combines innovations in synthetic biology, chemical catalysis, and process scale-up to create new bio-based manufacturing platforms. Visolis' technology enables the production of chemicals for performance polymers, which can be seamlessly integrated into existing fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel through straightforward and cost-effective chemical transformations. The company's focus on achieving true carbon-negative chemical synthesis positions it as a leader in sustainable chemical manufacturing.
AM Batteries
Series A in 2022
Founded in 2016, AM Batteries specializes in the manufacture of Li-ion batteries using solvent-free electrode technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance energy efficiency, enable faster charging, and reduce production costs.
RoyalCrow
Funding Round in 2019
RoyalCrow is a game development studio that focuses on creating military-themed software applications, particularly in the realm of action-shooting games. The company specializes in developing multiplayer experiences set in open-world environments, where players engage in team-based gameplay and compete for resources in contaminated areas. By emphasizing immersive gameplay and strategic collaboration, RoyalCrow aims to capture the dynamics of military battles in its offerings.
Solestial develops radiation‑hardened silicon photovoltaic modules for space applications. Its ultra‑thin, flexible solar cells self‑repair radiation damage at normal operating temperatures, allowing panels to maintain performance for up to ten years in low Earth orbit. The modules are produced with automated manufacturing, reducing costs by about 90% compared to existing space‑grade technologies while enabling virtually unlimited production capacity. Solestial’s technology supports current satellite constellations, research missions, and future large‑scale space energy infrastructure, positioning the company as a key supplier for the emerging space economy.