Innovation in Advanced Materials
Creating resilient bases for a greener future!
Highlights
Our mission
"Pioneering the future of engineering and sustainability through the development of cutting-edge materials that push the boundaries of innovation and excellence."
Focus Areas
Defense & Security
Our solutions offer enhanced defense capabilities without the burden of excess weight and costs, ensuring superior performance for military and private defense areas
(e.g. lightweight body armors, biobased composites for vehicles/aircrafts protection).
Advanced Metallurgy
Our specialization in homogenization and dispersion techniques of nanomaterials allow us to obtain metallic alloys with superior durability, strength and wear resistance
(e.g. special grades of aluminum and steel alloys).
Hydrogen
Our expertise lies in developing innovative fuel cell/electrolyzers materials, improving efficiency and performance, driving advances in clean energy technologies
(e.g. fuel cell membranes-PEMFCs, filter elements, smart materials).
Bioeconomy
We focus on converting residual biomass into high-value materials, fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth, especially in the
semi-arid regions of Brazil
(e.g. cellulose nanoparticles, green polymers, biobased 3D printing filaments).
Our Valued Partners
FAQ
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Who is backing the startup TRL9?The startup is privately owned and self-funded, but has also been awarded multiple grants from innovation funding institutions. These grants have been essential in advancing their research and development efforts, as well as in forging significant and important partnerships.
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What is TRL9's business model?The company offers R&D services, technology licensing, and scaling up production to drive innovation in advanced materials. Partnerships can be established through specific projects or long-term R&D contracts, and also have the flexibility to co-develop new materials with stakeholders, including academic institutions, industry leaders, and government bodies. Using this model, TRL9 ensures their products are technically superior, sustainable and also commercially viable. Finally, this approach ensures a steady stream of revenue and keeps the company at the forefront of materials development, targeting high-tech sectors like energy, automotive, defense and security.
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Who is behind the company?The company was conceived from the shared concerns of two innovation enthusiasts regarding the urgent need for decarbonization, sustainability, and energy transition. Founders Rodrigo Polkowski and Ana Clara Carvalho combined their extensive expertise to address these challenges. Rodrigo hold a PhD in Material Science and Engineering and brings a wealth of experience in leading global automotive projects and development of advanced materials with 10 patents filled worldwide. Ana Clara holds a Master's in Law and an MBA in Environmental Management and Technologies. She contributes with her profound expertise in ESG and environmental law, helping to establish TRL9 as a company deeply connected to sustainability issues. The team is complemented by eight additional scientists who are proven experts in their fields, with deep experience in chemical and materials sciences, engineering, polymer synthesis, metal alloying and nanotechnology.