Nanosys supplies proprietary quantum dot semiconductors that enable precise color tuning, high stability, and energy efficiency for displays, automotive coatings, lighting, 3D printing and other applications. Their global foundry offers end‑to‑end services from custom material synthesis and R&D support to pilot‑scale and full‑scale production, with strict IP protection for partners.
Funding
$50M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Manufacturers and product developers lack a scalable, reliable source of high‑performance quantum dot (QD) materials that can be precisely tuned for color, stability, and energy efficiency across diverse applications. Integrating these nanocrystals into existing production lines often requires specialized expertise, large capital investment, and robust IP protection.
Solution
Nanosys provides proprietary quantum dot semiconductors that deliver precise spectrum engineering, exceptional color purity, and long‑term stability for a wide range of products. Their global foundry, backed by SHOEI Chemical’s advanced manufacturing facilities in Silicon Valley and Japan, offers end‑to‑end services—from material discovery and custom synthesis to pilot‑scale testing and full‑scale production. Nanosys’ scientists work directly with customers to tailor QD formulations, embed them into the client’s manufacturing workflow, and ensure reliable performance through extensive reliability testing. The company also safeguards partner intellectual property through strict separation of its own patents and those of its customers, enabling trusted collaborations with leading brands.
Target Audience
Primary customers are manufacturers and product developers in display technology, automotive coatings, lighting, 3D printing, and other industries seeking high‑performance quantum dot materials and scalable production solutions.
Features
- Customizable quantum dot chemistries with tunable emission spectra for precise color control
- Integrated R&D support covering discovery, formulation, and troubleshooting of QD integration
- Large‑scale production capability using 3,000 L reactors, delivering nanocrystals by the ton with consistent quality
- Comprehensive reliability testing (thermal, photostability, mechanical) to meet stringent performance standards
- Strict IP protection framework separating Nanosys and partner patents, fostering secure collaborations
- Global engineering and manufacturing footprint (Silicon Valley and Itoshima, Japan) providing multilingual support and rapid scaling