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【Media Coverage】Featured in VIETJO Vietnam News
当社がベトナム国家イノベーションセンター（NIC）と国連開発計画（UNDP）が共同運営するスタートアップ加速プログラム「NIC Scale X」に採択されたこと、東北大学発の有機ナノ粒子技術を活用したソリューションのベトナム市場への実装・商業化を推進すること、また蓄電池領域において有機ナノ粒子を電解質として活用し設備投資コストを65％以上削減できる次世代電池の開発に取り組んでいること
【Media Coverage】Featured in NNA ASIA
NanoFrontier, a startup originating from Tohoku University, has been selected for a startup acceleration program implemented by the National Innovation Center (NIC) under Vietnam's Ministry of Finance and other organizations, and plans to accelerate the expansion of its battery storage business utilizing organic nanoparticle technology into the Vietnamese market.
【Media Coverage】Featured in LOGISTICS TODAY
NanoFrontier, a startup originating from Tohoku University, has been selected for 'NIC Scale X,' a startup acceleration program jointly operated by the National Innovation Center (NIC) of Vietnam and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The company plans to accelerate its entry into the Vietnamese market with clean energy and environmental technology businesses leveraging organic nanoparticle technology. In the energy storage sector in particular, NanoFrontier is developing a next-generation redox flow battery capable of reducing capital expenditure costs by 65% or more.
NanoFrontier Selected for Vietnam Startup Acceleration Program 'NIC Scale X'
NanoFrontier, a Tohoku University-born startup, has been selected for 'NIC Scale X,' a program co-operated by NIC and UNDP with funding from the Japanese government. The company will accelerate its business expansion in Vietnam in the clean energy and environmental technology sectors leveraging its organic nanoparticle technologies.
【Media Coverage】Featured in Nikkei Cross Tech (xTECH)
当社が独自に開発したAI科学者（AIエージェント）を活用し、生成AIを前提としたナノ粒子の研究開発プロセスを一から構築している取り組みや、実験工程にロボットを導入して研究開発の自動化を推進している事例、代表取締役・井上誠也と共同創業者・斎藤克哉氏がソフトウエアエンジニアとしてナノ粒子研究に参入した経緯、論文探索からシミュレーション、実験までを体系化した3段階の研究ワークフロー、そして将来的な研究開発の完全自動化構想
NanoFrontier, a Tohoku University-born Startup, to Exhibit at 'SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026'
NanoFrontier Co., Ltd. will exhibit at 'SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026,' held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 27 to 29, 2026. The company will showcase functional nanomaterial solutions in the environmental, energy, and information infrastructure sectors, including rapid PFAS detection, battery materials, and high-thermal-conductivity nanofluids for data centers.
【Media Coverage】Featured in Polishing Hub
A feature article in Polishing Hub covering NanoFrontier's proprietary nanoparticle manufacturing technology and technology-licensing business model, PFAS detection kit, AI- and robotics-driven R&D automation, cumulative fundraising of over 250 million yen and three-axis growth strategy, and regional revitalization approach from Tohoku.
【Media Coverage】Featured in Mobile Internet Capital (note)
An introductory article in Mobile Internet Capital (note) covering CEO Seiya Inoue's pitch at the invitation-only 'MIC NIGHT 2026' event, along with NanoFrontier's nanoparticle technology, AI-driven R&D, and role as a Tohoku-based startup.
NanoFrontier Selected for Second Year of Fukushima Tech Create Acceleration Program
NanoFrontier Co., Ltd. has been selected for continuation into the second year of the Fukushima Tech Create (FTC) Acceleration Program for FY2026. The company will advance optimization and mass production of nanoparticle-dispersed coolants, accelerating the social implementation of nanotechnology from Fukushima to the world.
【Media Coverage】Featured in GOOD JOB JOURNAL
A feature article in GOOD JOB JOURNAL covering NanoFrontier’s AI-driven R&D automation, nanoparticle technology, and growth strategy.
NanoFrontier Wins 3rd Place in 'GENIAC-PRIZE', Securing 30 Million Yen
Automating skilled researchers' 'tacit knowledge' with AI agents. Accelerating the autonomy of materials development
NanoFrontier Selected for 'GENIAC-PRIZE' Final Evaluation
Tohoku University-born startup tackling AI transformation of manufacturing industry's tacit knowledge advances to final evaluation on March 24
Selected for FY2025 'Global Mindset Development Project Subsidy'
NanoFrontier intensifies development of young global talent with overseas expansion in mind. Advancing strategies for entry into U.S. and Asian markets.
NanoFrontier Wins Miyagi Pitch Contest, Secures 10 Million Yen
From Miyagi to the world. Accelerating growth as a company representing the region as a Tohoku-born deep tech. NanoFrontier wins the 'Miyagi Pitch Contest' and secures 10 million yen in support.
NanoFrontier Selected for J-StarX 'Local to Global Success' Program
- Accelerating global expansion of nanoparticle technology, including instant PFAS detection -
NanoFrontier Selected as 4th Round 'J-Startup TOHOKU' Company
Accelerating solutions to social issues including PFAS problems with organic nanoparticle technology. Strengthening business foundation for global expansion as a Tohoku University-originated deep tech startup
NanoFrontier Selected for J-StarX 'Dual-Use Course'
Accelerating business development in the U.S. market with a focus on dual-use applications of organic nanoparticle technology. Selected for the 'Dual-Use Course' of J-StarX, an overseas entrepreneur development program provided by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO).
NanoFrontier Co., Ltd. Selected for Miyagi Prefecture's 'New Entry and New Industry Creation Support Project Subsidy (Growth Field Entry Support Type)'
Accelerating efforts for mass production of nanoparticles using proprietary 'continuous manufacturing equipment' and promoting applications in various fields including PFAS detection materials
NanoFrontier Co., Ltd. to Exhibit at 'nano tech 2026', World's Largest Nanotechnology Exhibition, and 'InterAqua 2026', Specialized Water Solutions Exhibition
Unveiling organic nanoparticle technology enabling low-cost, real-time detection of specific PFAS. Showcasing new solutions for 'on-site testing of trace PFAS in water'
NanoFrontier Co., Ltd. Selected for '28th 77 New Business Grant' by Public Interest Incorporated Foundation 77 Business Support Foundation
The company's proprietary nanoparticle generation technology for real-time detection of specific PFAS highly evaluated, selected for the '28th 77 New Business Grant'. Contributing to early detection of PFAS contamination and building a safe water environment.