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Advanced materials are no longer just a scientific priority — they have become a strategic pillar for Europe’s competitiveness, resilience and technological sovereignty.

One of the greatest privileges of working with science-based startups is seeing breakthrough ideas evolve into companies that make a real impact. Once in a while we share recent successes - without any claim to completeness.

At this year's Annual General Meeting the members of INAM elected a new Board that will continue to guide the organisation through its next phase of development.

Europe is home to some of the world's most advanced research infrastructures. Yet for many startups and innovative SMEs, accessing these facilities remains a significant challenge. ELIgnite aims to change that.

This year, INAM has introduced AdMaCom Qualifiers, short startup competitions for advanced materials startups in collaboration with partners to maximise the benefits of the winners.

At sub ten nanometres, the difference between a functioning device and a failed one can be the size of a stray particle. NSS Water is rethinking how ultra-pure water is created and delivered for semiconductor manufacturers, equipment makers, and the chemicals industry, while using significantly less water and energy.

Permanent adhesives have long complicated industrial recycling, repair and disassembly. New debondable systems offer a controlled release when triggered by heat, light, magnetic fields or chemical cues, creating new opportunities for circular processes and more efficient recovery of high value components.

Using biofluorination, BioHalo delivers safer, biodegradable alternatives to PFAS and fluorinated chemicals without sacrificing the properties that makes PFAS so popular.

From sustainable batteries to smarter materials, the 2025 Advanced Materials Competition showcased deep tech at its best. Meet the startups behind the winning ideas.

INAM expands its global network with PRIMA Québec, supporting Canadian advanced materials innovation and collaboration.

Smart Materials is developing Zetic, a patented auxetic polyurethane foam that combines comfort and support in a single recyclable core. It is designed for easy industrial scale-up and holds patents in multiple international markets.

Time to upgrade old school sound insulation. Introducing SoundBounce, a patented acoustic metamaterial reducing low-frequency noise without being bulky or harming the environment.

From electronics to semiconductors, rising heat dissipation demands are driving higher requirements for thermal interface materials. Startups are delivering innovative solutions.

Deep tech startups are redefining what is possible, and this year’s Advanced Materials Scale and Advanced Materials Lab cohort showcased some of the most groundbreaking solutions yet.

The Future of Computing Conference 2024. This event spotlights revolutionary advancements in computing, explores the latest breakthroughs in quantum computing, semiconductor innovation, and photonic computation.

On Wednesday, 1 October, 2024, INAM introduced 13 innovative startups from both programs, who presented their groundbreaking technologies. From innovations to SWIR imaging to pure water for the semiconductor industry, the advances are incredible.

At INAM, we believe innovation thrives when diverse minds come together. Together, we make it happen.

An Open Innovation Challenge for CDT powered by INAM. Novel materials for the future of telecommunications.

At INAM, we believe innovation thrives when diverse minds come together. Together, we make it happen.