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Patented low-energy membrane to efficiently remove CO₂ from gas streams

Current, predominant methods of CO₂ removal are amine scrubbing and cryogenic distillation. These methods are energy intensive, and amine scrubbing, in particular, has negative environmental impacts.ÌýThis new membrane materialÌýprovides zeolite-free poly(ionic liquid) (PIL)-ionic liquid (IL) polymers and membranes crosslinked with an ionic liquid crosslinking agent. Therefore, this membrane retains the advantages of high selectivity and permeability but is also more robust, with a longer lifecycle to replacement.

Patented method to mitigate mechanical failure in solid-state electrolytes

A novel method to address the mechanical failures caused by dendrite growth. This method blunts crack growth in the near-surface region of the solid-state electrolyte material by using ion implantationÌýto introduce surface stresses at the atomic level. Proof-of-concept studies have shown that the method is effective and scalable.Ìý

Contact Nicole (Forsberg) Sheppard, business development executive for Venture Partners.

Wednesday, April 17, 6:30-9 p.m., ÌÇÐÄVlogÆƽâ°æ Theater

Top student, faculty and staff startups will pitch their ideas to a panel of esteemed judges and you, a live audience. Come support the next big idea as we award $165,000 in funding!

Tuesday, May 14, 5-7:15 p.m.,ÌýWolf Law Building, Wittemyer Courtroom

Among the best ways to engage with Colorado’s Front Range entrepreneurial community, the show stitches together the Colorado startup scene.

April 14 (deadline):Ìý—The world’s largest cleantech accelerator, providing entrepreneurs and corporate innovators the resources they need to launch and grow successful cleantech businesses.

April 15 (deadline):Ìý—Designed to showcase those who are making the biggest impact on the local ecosystem.

April 18 (deadline):Ìý—Honoring products and services that have demonstrated a high degree of innovation and strong market potential in Colorado.

April 19 (deadline):Ìý—To provide a place for founders to pitch their startup, gain exposure for their company, and compete for a cash prize to help accelerate the company’s growth.

May 1-3: —For climate tech and cleantech entrepreneurs, investorsÌýand experts from industry and the public sector to build relationships, showcase innovative technologiesÌýand identify disruptive business solutions.

Aug. 30:Ìý—The $2.25 millionÌýSiC Packaging Prize invites competitors to propose, design, buildÌýand test packaging prototypes that advance the industry.

Sept. 12-13: —ConnectingÌýinvestors and strategic partners across the U.S. with the region’s most promising startup and emerging companies.