Sendai, Miyagi, Sep. 12, 2024. 3DC, a Japanese manufacturer and supplier of Graphene Mesosponge (GMS), an advanced carbon material for battery technology, is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of the major R&D and commercialization grant program, GX, managed and sponsored by New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). Over the course of the three-year program period, 3DC will receive up to JPY 500 Million ($3.5 Million) in funding. This follows the recent announcement of our selection for the Cabinet Office’s SIP and BRIDGE programs.
3DC will use them to accelerate research and development of conductive additives for lithium-ion batteries (LiB) using GMS. By addressing design limitations that traditional carbon materials have struggled to solve, GMS will enhance LiB performance, contributing to the realization of a carbon-neutral society.
GX is one of Japan's most significant initiatives for fostering groundbreaking innovation. It provides comprehensive support for deep-tech startups engaged in high-risk, high-impact research and development. 3DC's selection for this program reflects the government’s recognition of its technology as a key solution to global challenges.
Overview of the call and result
News release by NEDO: https://www.nedo.go.jp/news/press/AA5_101775.html
List of GX Program Recipients (PDF): https://www.nedo.go.jp/content/100981945.pdf
About GX (Deep-Tech Startups Support Program in the Green Transformation field)
GX supports deep-tech startups in three phases, targeting projects that require long-term R&D and large-scale funding to develop, commercialize, and implement technology solutions. Focused on addressing critical global issues such as carbon neutrality, resource recycling, and economic security, the program offers vital support to startups with the potential to make a significant impact.
About 3DC
3DC is a Japanese startup company that develops and manufactures Graphene Mesosponge (GMS). GMS is one of the most advanced carbon materials for battery technologies, invented and developed by Dr. Nishihara, Professor at Tohoku University, as well as Co-founder and CSO (Chief Science Officer) of 3DC. 3DC's mission is "Powering Sustainable Society with Carbon Material Innovation," and the company aims to commercialize GMS by 2026. 3DC is currently working with a number of research institutions and industry players worldwide in order to commercialize its flagship product, GMS. In February 2024, 3DC started shipments of GMS sample products to customers. The company is now preparing to launch its first mass production facility in Japan, which is scheduled to start operations in 2026. For more information visit https://www.3dc.co.jp/en or follow 3DC on LinkedIn.
Join Our Team
3DC is on the lookout for individuals who are eager to join us in our mission towards achieving a decarbonized society. We are actively recruiting candidates with expertise in the following areas:
- Battery Application Research
- Materials Analysis
- Technical Sales
- Business Development
For further details, please feel free to contact us via our recruiting page below:
Recruit - 3DC Inc.
Company information
Name: 3DC Inc.
HQ: Material Solutions Center, Tohoku University, 2-1-1, Katahira, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi, 980-8577, Japan
Founders: Takuma Kuroda (CEO), Hirotomo Nishihara (CSO)
Founded: February, 2022
Website: https://www.3dc.co.jp/en
Contact Infomation
For further details regarding the press release, GMS samples, or any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact us via the form or email address below:
Website: https://www.3dc.co.jp/en/contact/
Email: info@3dc.co.jp
