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Nanosys
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Nanosys

Nanosys

Series B

Nanosys, Inc. enhances LCD display and battery performance with innovative nano-technology solutions.

HQ
Milpitas, CA, US
Founded
2001
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Founded in 2001 by Larry Bock, Nanosys, Inc. is a nanotechnology company based in Milpitas, California. The company's core mission is to enhance LCD display and battery performance through innovative nano-technology solutions. Nanosys specializes in advanced materials and consumer electronics, focusing on the development and application of quantum dots to improve color performance and energy efficiency in displays. Serving a global market, Nanosys aims to lower production barriers and create more immersive visual experiences.

Key figures at Nanosys include President and CEO Yuji Akimoto, General Manager Dr. Hirokazu Sasaki, and COO Dr. Martin Devenney. The company has made significant strides in the display industry, particularly with its quantum dot technology, which has been adopted by major electronics manufacturers worldwide. With a team of around 50 employees, Nanosys has positioned itself as a leader in advanced display solutions, contributing to the evolution of brighter and bolder visual technologies.

Nanosys - Quick Facts

When was Nanosys founded?

Nanosys was founded in 2001.

Where is Nanosys' headquarters located?

Nanosys' headquarters is located in Milpitas, CA, US.

When was Nanosys' last funding round?

Nanosys' most recent funding round was for $50M (USD) in July 2022.

How much has Nanosys raised to-date?

As of Jul 26, 2022, Nanosys has raised a total of $246.7M (USD).

How many employees does Nanosys have?

Nanosys has 120 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Nanosys - Classification

Industry
  • Hardware
Technology
  • Nanotechnology
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Batteries
  • Displays
Tags
  • Cleantech
NAICS
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
ISIC
  • 2610Manufacture of electronic components and boards
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NAICS
  • 334400Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334413Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 334410Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334419Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3674Semiconductors And Related Devices
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 3670Electronic Components And Accessories
  • 3679Electronic Components, Not Elsewhere Classified