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Bio-Adhesive Startup Turns Science Into Scale
16 Apr
Summary
- Transforming breakthrough science into scalable deep tech startups is challenging.
- GeCKo Materials develops bio-inspired adhesives for robotics and space.
- Founder Capella Kerst discusses moving from academia to venture-backed business.
Founders in deep technology grapple with the complex transition from pioneering scientific discoveries to establishing robust, scalable startups. This challenge encompasses navigating academic landscapes, intellectual property, securing funding, manufacturing processes, and achieving product-market fit.
On the Build Mode podcast, Capella Kerst, founder and CEO of GeCKo Materials, detailed her experience. Her company, a runner-up in the 2024 Startup Battlefield, is creating a novel bio-inspired adhesive. This innovative material shows promise for applications ranging from advanced robotics and industrial manufacturing to extraterrestrial endeavors.
Kerst's discussion with Isabelle Johannessen highlights the critical path from a Stanford PhD breakthrough to a successful venture-backed deep tech company. The episode focuses on the fundamental process of converting cutting-edge technology into a sustainable and impactful business model.
