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Berlin, Germany 15th March, 2024 INAM (Innovation Network Advanced Materials) is delighted to announce its selection among the top 125 companies for accelerator and incubator programs (out of several thousand) in Europe in the Financial Times. Reaching the top 11 in Germany and placing in the top 3 within Berlin, INAM takes its place among Europe's Leading Start-up Hubs. ‘The Financial Times cooperated with Statista R, a subsidiary of the international data and research company Statista as well as Sifted, a leading media brand for the European startup community. To identify the leading hubs, a registration and survey process was conducted. Several elements were considered for the evaluation, with the main criterion being the assessment of the respective start-up hub by alumni who participated in at least one incubator or accelerator programme run by the respective hub. In addition, the recommendations of external experts, such as investors (business angels, representatives of venture capital firms), entrepreneurs and academics were included. On top of that, the most successful startups coming out of a hub were examined.’ Oliver Hasse, Managing Director of INAM, stated, “We are thrilled to have made it into this prestigious ranking by the internationally renowned Financial Times, particularly as a newcomer with a non-generalist, deep tech focus. As several thousand hubs were examined, being on the list is quite an achievement in itself. Being in the top 15 in Germany is a pleasant surprise to us. Also, with four hubs from Berlin on the list, the city underscores its leading position in the European startup ecosystem. Needless to say, the performance of our programmes’ alumni has been crucial in achieving this - congratulations to them in the first place!” The INAM team would like to extend its sincere appreciation to our community of members, startups, mentors, partners and every supporter of the thriving INAM network. Here is to a brilliant future and accelerating the entrance of revolutionary advances in materials and deep tech startups into the global market. Access the comprehensive publication here: https://www.ft.com/reports/europe-leading-startup-hubs About INAM Founded in 2016, the Innovation Network for Advanced Materials (INAM) is dedicated to supporting innovative products, and processes in Advanced Materials. INAM fosters collaboration between deep tech startups, corporates, research institutions and investors, to accelerate the global market entry for groundbreaking ideas. INAM operates three accelerator programs explicitly created for deep tech startups, tailored to their Technology Readiness Level (TRL) stages. INAM’s program consists of the Advanced Materials Lab, the Advanced Materials Competition, and the Advanced Materials Competition Scale. For the latest news and opportunities follow us on LinkedIn

Date: 12 March, 2024 From sustainable energy solutions to cutting-edge healthcare technologies, meet the 6 disruptive startups poised to transform industries with INAM's support. The Advanced Materials Lab (AdMaLab) program is a 6-month program crafted by industry experts to empower early-stage deep tech startups. It aims to facilitate growth and provide invaluable resources to accelerate the entry of their groundbreaking technologies into the global market. The 2023 Cohort of the Advanced Materials Lab commenced in August 2023 and concluded with a remarkable Demo Day on February 28, 2024. This event offered startups a unique platform to showcase their innovations to potential investors and industry peers. After thorough deliberation, the jury, comprising a panel of experts, announced NextGo Epi as the winner. The Winner NextGO Epi delivers customised gallium oxide (β-Ga2O3) epiwafers grown by metalorganic chemical vapour deposition (MOCVD). Our product aims to save energy loss from current electricity systems, and pave the way for the new generation of power electronics. 2023 September Cohort NextGo Epi's triumph is a testament to their pioneering work, and we are equally thrilled to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of all the participants from the AdMaLab 2023 Cohort, who demonstrated remarkable dedication and innovation. Hoop Solar is developing a semi-transparent solar covering for plastic greenhouses, enabling growers to produce clean energy while allowing sufficient light through for horticulture. Our lightweight, thin-film product is a replacement for the current plastic and can be installed on existing greenhouses. Level Nine: Building on breakthroughs in synthetic biology and nanotechnology, they are re-imagining enzymes from first principles, developing catalysts with unparalleled performance and control for use in industrial manufacturing Nanomatter specialises in providing cutting-edge solutions to the semiconductor industry, specifically focusing on the large-scale, homogeneous growth of atomically thin 2D semiconductors (transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs)) using Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) technology. OneTouch closes gaps in care to help patients manage their diabetes for improved long-term results by offering tools to diabetes educators and teams for comprehensive care plan design that is rooted in science and backed by data. Planck Technology specialises in identifying promising materials tailored to specific use cases. Utilising advanced simulation techniques, including computational chemistry and AI, their solutions optimise performance, efficiency and sustainability. Are You Next? Are you an ambitious startup operating in the realm of Advanced Materials and Deep Tech, currently at TRL stage 3 to 4. Contact us today to accelerate your startup journey to gain access to unparalleled support and a network of industry leaders and investors. For the latest news and opportunities follow us on LinkedIn

Date: 10 January, 2024 INAM is thrilled to welcome two new members: Nitto Group and RSBG Ventures. They join a network of over 85 companies, institutions, deep tech startups and other members with a shared interest in innovation in Advanced Materials. About Nitto Founded in 1918, Nitto is a Japanese corporation that stands as a global leader in advance Polymer materials and innovative technologies for diverse industries such as healthcare, mobility, and electronics. Renowned for pioneering advancements in adhesives and optical films, Nitto excels in developing cutting-edge solutions and services to address global challenges. With a commitment to sustainability and collaborative innovation, we continually shape the future by creating the next wonders of the world. Nitto innovation for customers. About RSBG RSBG Ventures is the Corporate Venture Capital firm of RSBG SE – one of the largest industrial investment companies in Germany. RSBG Ventures invests in innovative technologies in Automation & Robotics, ICT, Microelectronics, Pharma and Infrastructure and provides strategic support to portfolio companies through its corporate network. About INAM INAM, the Innovation Network for advanced materials, is a global network of companies and research institutes in advanced materials. INAM’s goal is to enable the right connections and make technological innovations become reality by working closely with startups, SMEs, corporations and research institutes to start, grow and transform the development of advanced materials. For the latest news follow us and visit our LinkedIn page.

OUR mission INAM supports innovative i deas, products and processes in the field of Advanced Materials and related technologies , through curated services, events and programs . Since 2016, INAM's global network has been fostering collaboration between startups, SMEs, corporations, researchers and investors , thereby accelerating the global market entry of innovations in a number of industry sectors. UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS 1 2 3 ... 100 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 ... 100 WHAT WE DO We are the Innovation Network for Advanced Materials We provide startups with innovative technologies in Advanced Materials and Deep Tech with curated support at each stage of their growth. For the earliest stage startups/research spinoffs, INAM runs the AdMaLab incubation program. For startups gearing up to raise their Seed Rounds, we organise the AdMaCom , a 3-week accelerator program designed to set them up for success. Since 2022, we also run a secondary edition, AdMaCom Scale , curated for startups that are ready to scale up. Program overview Throughout the year we run Open Innovation Challenges with corporate members , such as Infineon and Continental, complementing R&D at strategic times during the innovation process. If you too are passionate about innovation in the field of Advanced Materials, stay up-to-date with us by subscribing to our newsletter below or following us on LinkedIn! INAM MEMBERS VIEW ALL OUR MEMBERS INAM NEWS AND PRESS RELEASES Financial Times Ranking: Europe's Leading Start-Up Hubs Empowering Innovation: Deep Tech Startups Thrive at Advanced Materials Lab Demo Day INAM Welcomes Two New Members! INAM Celebrates Success: AdMaCom Scale 2023 Program Announces Winners “Sprunginnovation” from Berlin: Mimotype mimics natural material systems for light generation INAM announces the AdMaCom Scale 2023 cohort: 10 disruptive deep tech startups shaping the future READ MORE TESTIMONIALS Giorgio Dell'Erba, Ph.D. FLEEPTech ''We've passed through many international and highly renowned accelerator programs but INAM, with its AdMaCom, put together a world-class one that definitely benefited our business and improved our international outreach in interesting markets!'' Natalia Zamoshchik Oreltech ''INAM is the ultimate go-to network for any innovative material startup looking to get connections, help, support, advice and everything in between. They've been instrumental in moving our business to Germany.'' Mikkel Skorkjær Kongsfelt Radisurf ''INAM has provided RadiSurf with a unique network into European corporates interested in advanced materials solutions, which has helped us shorten our time to market and increase our funding opportunities tremendously.'' Facundo Gutierrez MotorSkins ''Being a part of INAM provides us with network connections to investors, experts, startups and mentors to help scale up our startup and bring our products to the market.'' Testimonials INAM MEMBERSHIP MARKET RESEARCH AND SCOUTING We navigate the startup landscape for you, keeping an eye on cutting-edge technologies and materials that can contribute to your success. We provide valuable market insights in our Newsletters and Members Reports. View Our Portfolio > STARTUP DATABASE Exclusive access to the database of start-ups managed by INAM and information about new start-ups and new innovative ideas generated in universities and institutions as they come to the attention of INAM. CUSTOM SERVICES AND EVENTS INAM offers a variety of services that can be customised to member needs e.g. podcasts, roundtable events and Founders Hour. We also run Open Innovation Challenges in which we solve a specific technical problem faced by scouting startups and researchers with solutions to the challenge . Learn More > STARTUP PROGRAMMES Startup members are shown special consideration when applying to any of our programs. Corporate and investor members have exclusive access and a chance to mentor all startups taking part in our annual incubator, AdMaLab and accelerators, AdMaCom and AdMaCom Scale. ​ Learn More > INTERNATIONAL FORUM An open discussion forum for members to exchange information and projects related to advanced materials, products and processes EXCLUSIVE EVENT ACCESS Exclusive access to events and meetings organized by INAM’s network and exclusive access to information about relevant activities in the field of advanced materials, e.g. forums, conferences, workshops. BECOME A MEMBER INAM Membership Current Members

AdMaCom Why Apply? Past Editions Startup Alumni AdMaCom Partners Back to INAM The dedicated START UP ACCELERATOR for ADVANCED MATERIALS The Advanced Materials Competition (AdMaCom) is a fast-paced comprehensive Accelerator Program for Startups in Advanced Materials . ​ The Advanced Materials Competition is run in two formats: AdMaCom and AdMaCom Scale. AdMaCom focuses on: IP Strategy, Investment & funding opportunities, Technical & Business Mentoring, Pitch training and Networking - this is what we have learned are the most important things for early stage startups in Materials Science. ​ AdMaCom Scale is geared towards later stage startups focusing on scaling up their technologies. Topics include: Pricing, Internationalisation & Marketing strategy, Valuation, Due Diligence & Exit Strategies, HR & Recruitment, How to build highly effective boards, Negotiation skills and Pitching for investment. ​ AdMaCom and AdMaCom Scale are hybrid events, bringing back the personal element of the accelerator while also allowing startups from anywhere in the world to participate. The startups are invited to join us in Berlin for the last week for in person workshops, tours and the highly anticipated Demo Day! ​ We will be selecting 10-12 startups per cohort to join our programs and learn how to take their innovative technologies to the next level. WHY APPLY TO ADMACOM? HYBRID PROGRAM AdMaCom is a hybrid event allowing you to focus on your day-to-day activities while attending the program ! We host startups in Berlin for the last week including our Demo Day with all initial workshops held remotely! AdMaCom does not charge anything and takes no equity share from startups. SET UP YOUR STARTUP Learn how set up your startup for success by developing crucial founder skills, validating your business models and finding the right industry connections. EQUITY & COST FREE WHICH ADMACOM IS RIGHT FOR YOU? >> WHAT'S INCLUDED? TAILORED MENTORSHIP Receive one-on-one support on product and business development and IP guidance from our extensive INAM network of experts. DIRECT INVESTOR ADVICE Understanding how to pitch to investors is the first step to gaining their interest. Pitch in front of our panel of investors and receive direct feedback that could help differentiate you from the competition. IP STRATEGY GUIDANCE Intellectual property is the most valuable assets of a materials science startup. You will be mentored by IP experts and lawyers. MARKET FIT NAVIGATION In an era defined by unprecedented levels of dynamism and technological innovation, your organization’s success depends on how it can anticipate market needs and adapt solutions to key decision-making criteria. TESTIMONIALS Dr. Carol Hirschmugl, COnovate, AdMaCom 2021 Spring Edition “It is so great to have such a specific accelerator for advanced materials efforts, well worth my time to participate and learn and make relevant contacts.” Tulika Raj, SunGreenH2, AdMaCom 2021 Fall Edition “AdMaCom was better than other accelerator programs we have attended as it is very specific to materials startup like us and workshops were very professional”

TEAM & BOARD THE INAM TEAM Oliver Hasse Managing Director Chris Daubney Project Manager, AdMaCom Nahida Chowdhury Ma rketing Communications Manager THE INAM BOARD Marcin Ratajczak Chairman of the Executive Board ​ Inuru Gerrit Roessler Board Member ​ Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie Sven Schilf Board Member ​ GreenGate Partners Emil-List Kratochvil ​ Board Member Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin/ Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie Tatjana Königsmann Board Member ​ MKS Atotech Neri Friedlander Board Member ​ Continental/Co-pace Marie Asano Board Member ​ ECBF - European Circular Bioeconomy Fund