June 2023

Introducing Cohort 2023

We’re excited to introduce Cohort 2023, the 46 science entrepreneurs turning their breakthroughs into businesses that could help industries–including manufacturing, energy, chemicals, computing, and agriculture–meet decarbonization and resiliency goals.

“When we look at the breadth and scope of these brilliant scientific minds, engaging to find solutions in energy, sustainability, chemistry, computing, and more, we can’t help but be encouraged and optimistic about the future,” says Activate interim CEO Todd Johnson.

This new cohort also represents a new milestone in Activate’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals, including 37 percent women and 43 percent founders of color.

“In welcoming our largest cohort ever, I continue to be amazed at the number and quality of talented, accomplished scientists with world-changing technologies that Activate attracts. With these emerging leaders heading the charge, I am filled with optimism for the future of the climate and our country," says Aimee Rose, Activate’s executive managing director.

Read on to learn more about our newest Activate Fellows who are on a mission to build a better world.

Meet Cohort 2023

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Thank You, Sponsors and Partners

Our dedicated, forward-thinking network of sponsors and partners makes the fellowship possible through direct funding and donations of time, equipment, and services. In addition to generous philanthropic partners, we are supported by the National Science Foundation; the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, including the Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office, the Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office, and the Buildings Technologies Office; the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency; the California Energy Commission; the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center; and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Without these collaborations, Activate could not provide fellows such comprehensive financial, community, technical, and career support.