Who We Are

As a materials architect, Nanosys applies advances in nanotechnology to create products for the LCD display and battery markets. The new materials engineered by Nanosys offer original equipment manufacturers breakthrough products that are high quality, cost effective and easily integrated into the manufacturing processes.

Founded in 2001 in Palo Alto, California, Nanosys is committed to the Silicon Valley tradition of applying complex technology to achieve simple solutions to improve our world. While most of the innovative work Nanosys does is at the molecular level, our products are designed from the beginning to be practical, commercializable and cost effective.

Our work has resulted in more than 750 patents and patent applications. With a majority of professional staff having doctoral and other advanced degrees, our 100 employees bring extensive technical and practical experience to our target markets. This wealth of human and intellectual capital enables Nanosys to create intense color displays and long-life batteries that defy market conventions.

Nanosys is proud to be backed by world renowned venture capital firms

• Arch Venture Partners
• Venrock Associates
• El Dorado Ventures
• Polaris Venture Partners
• Harris & Harris Group, Inc.
• Lux Capital

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