Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far! Our plans for the fund will include additional #deployments in our partner's on-site grounds where we'll test our latest version of the artificial root filtration device. Furthermore, PolyGone's team plans to continuously partake in #communityengagement programs through collaboration and cooperation with the local vicinities most affected by #microplasticpollution in waterways. We're excited to show everyone our plans and projects for the future!
PolyGone
环境服务
Princeton，New Jersey 668 位关注者
An interdisciplinary green tech company designing the first portable and affordable microplastic removal device
关于我们
Problem Every year approximately 8 million tonnes of plastic enter our waterways, 80% of which gets transported via polluted rivers. Riverbourne debris consists of large and small plastic fragments. Smaller plastic fragments below 5 mm in diameter are called microplastics. They are rapidly becoming a global concern as they can easily be ingested by aquatic wildlife and humans, introducing potentially hazardous and carcinogenic chemicals into their diets or disrupting natural bodily functions. Additionally, due to their size, they are incredibly difficult to sequester from aquatic systems without significantly disrupting the ecosystem. With microplastic concentrations in rivers and drinking water on the rise, there is a critical need for new infrastructure to remove these harmful contaminants from our waterways. Solution: Our team has developed the world's first affordable, portable, and environmentally friendly microplastic sequestration device, the Plastic Hunter. The Plastic Hunter is a modular water treatment wetland pad that utilizes organic and artificial root networks as biofilters to passively entrap microplastics and is designed to work in rivers. Plant root fibers exude a gelatinous film that easily entraps and absorbs small river sediments like microplastics. Through the creation of dense networks of underwater plant roots, we aim to use our device to passively entrap microplastic sediments without disrupting the aquatic ecosystem.
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https://polygonesystems.com
PolyGone的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 环境服务
- 规模
- 2-10 人
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- Princeton，New Jersey
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- 私人持股
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- 2021
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US，New Jersey，Princeton
PolyGone员工
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Joan Kao
Interior Designer at Rockwell Group
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Yidian Liu
Architectural Designer | Co-founder of PolyGone Systems | Forbes 30 U 30
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Mariko Storey-Matsutani
Princeton '25 (Mech/Aero Eng.), Brooke Owens Fellow '24, Zenith Pathways Fellow '23
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Zachary Friedman-Hill
Mechanical Engineering & Gemstone Research Honors Program @ UMD | Design Engineer @ Terrapin Works | Swarm Robotics Research Intern @ MRC Motion and…
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PolyGone转发了
Microplastics are harmful particles of plastic that are less than 5 millimeters in diameter. They can cause significant health issues and are difficult to remove, especially in water. Using Atlantic City as a lab, two Princeton University Graduate School alumni are leading a startup that has designed a system that filters microplastics from treated wastewater before it’s deployed into the ocean. The project is the first of its kind. What started as a joint architectural thesis project at Princeton for Yidian Liu *21 and Nathaniel Banks *21 has blossomed into PolyGone, a company that develops affordable and systematic solutions to mitigate microplastic pollution. The team created a unique filtration system, Artificial Root Filters, that can passively adhere microplastics from passing water flows, and effectively collect sub-mm scale microplastics. Using the Artificial Root Filters, Polygone has designed an array of filtration systems. It was while they participated in the National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded I-Corps Hub Northeast Region and national program - that they made a connection with Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) to pilot their system. Through I-Corps, the team visited water treatment plants around the world while collaborating with researchers and industry experts to refine the design and business strategy. In September 2024, PolyGone held a grand opening for the world’s first Microplastic Removal Pilot alongside a Microplastic Education Pavilion at the ACUA facility in Egg Harbor Township – a 40 million-gallon-per-day treatment plant that serves approximately 225,000 residents in New Jersey. "At school, we always worked with concepts and speculations. The pilot gave us a chance to not only visualize the concept turning into reality, but also learn to adapt site complications, construction procedures, and work with truly amazing partners who also believed in our vision," Liu said. The pilot will continue as the team is currently working on Phase 2, which will run for another 12 months. The ACUA project is just the beginning. The company has three additional pilots and three pending patents, while Liu and Banks were also named to the 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 list for social impact. Read more about the Princeton spinout: https://lnkd.in/eHeJtk9f
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Last week, PolyGone co-founders Yidian Liu and Nathaniel Banks attended Princeton University’s career fair! PolyGone had a great time connecting with the students and Princeton community. #alumni?#princeton?#careerfair?#microplastics
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PolyGone's co-founder Nathaniel Banks had an amazing time at the UpLink - World Economic Forum's event in Saudi Arabia, as a top innovator of the Regenerative Blue Economy Challenge! Nathaniel attended conferences including LEAP, heard about key projects in #Saudi, and connected with other innovators. #saudi #uplink #microplastics #innovator
Sustainability challenges aren’t confined to one place – and neither are the solutions. Last week, we brought together 12 innovative startups from across the globe, carefully selected by UpLink - World Economic Forum and the Ministry of Economy and Planning - MEPsaudi, to tackle real-world environmental issues. From restoring mangroves and coral reefs to pioneering zero-waste practices, these ideas are pushing the boundaries of possibility. With expert support from our partners WAVE and KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology), the top four startups have been chosen to bring their innovations to life at #TheRedSea and #AMAALA destinations. This is how we’re using innovation to drive #RegenerativeTourism. ?? Congratulations to PolyGone, Reefgen, rrreefs, and nextProtein for their innovative solutions, we can’t wait to see them in action! #ForPeopleAndPlanet
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PolyGone is honored to have been selected as a winner of Imagine H2O's Coastal Innovation Challenge! PolyGone was chosen from a pool of 220 startups worldwide that are finding creative solutions to unique coastal problems. The Coastal Innovation Challenge will provide pilot funding and comprehensive support that will enable us to validate and scale our filtration technology. Discover more about the Coastal Innovation Challenge and the other winners: https://lnkd.in/grSExQzj Nucleic Sensing Systems, OceanWell, WaiHome LLC #WaterInnovation #ClimateAction #Microplatics #Plastics #Sustainability #CoastalInnovationChallenge #ImagineH2O
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As a winner of the UpLink - World Economic Forum Regenerative Blue Economy Challenge, PolyGone’s co-founder Nathaniel Banks was invited to the Winning Cohorts Ecosystem Tour Program in Saudi Arabia! So far in the event, Nathaniel has participated in pitch and investor competitions where he spoke about PolyGone’s filtration technology and current projects. In addition, Nathaniel attended the LEAP 2025 tech conference and heard a presentation from Red Sea Global Environmental, Innovation, and Corporate Affairs. #uplink #blueeconomy #microplastics
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PolyGone is honored to be recognized by The Critical Tech as one of the top 10 deep tech startups to watch in January 2025! #innovation #tech #microplastics #startup
?? The Critical 10: Deep Tech Startups to Watch in January 2025 ?? Welcome to The Critical 10! In this series, we spotlight the most innovative and boundary-pushing startups shaping the future of technology. From sustainable solutions to cutting-edge advancements, here are ten deep tech startups to watch this month: ?? Chipiron (FR): Leveraging the emerging properties of ultra-low magnetic fields (<10 mT), they are building the first lightweight, inexpensive, open full-body MRI machine without compromising image quality. ?? CuspAI (UK): This is a search engine for materials—users can input the properties they desire, and the platform will generate the necessary chemical composition. ?? PolyGone (US): Develops natural microparticle filter technology and has created a product called the ‘Plastic Hunter,’ which captures microplastic debris through biometric root filters that mimic the structure of aquatic plants. ?? Quantum Dice (UK): Innovator in quantum random number generation (QRNG), providing true, unbiased random numbers critical for cryptographically secure keys used in enterprise communication technologies. ?? HutanBio (UK): HutanBio has developed HBx, a cost-effective, high-energy density biofuel using CO? to grow algae in specialized bioreactor farms, eliminating the need for genetic modification or extensive land use. ??? Manukai AG (CH): An ETH Zurich spinoff, their CAM Copilot software optimizes CNC machining processes, significantly reducing machine programming time and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. ?? NanoSen (Ger): Develops and mass-produces advanced, ultra-thin, flexible force sensors using a unique Polymer Nano Composite material. ?? Pasqal (FR): As quantum computing continues to grow, their development of next-gen technologies is vital. ??? SparingVision (FR): A biotechnology company developing novel gene therapies for the treatment of retinal diseases. ?? Stroke Space (US): Their work on fully reusable rockets is pivotal for sustainable space access. Who's next on our radar? We’re constantly on the lookout for groundbreaking startups transforming industries and pushing technological boundaries. Know an exciting deep tech company we should feature? Drop your recommendations in the comments or reach out to us directly. ?? Luigi Di Piazza | Dr. Micol C. | Evan Kervella | Chad Edwards | Nathaniel Banks | Ramy Shelbaya | Paul Beastall | Daniel W?lchli | Pascal Weber | Rajarajan Ramalingame | Georges-Olivier REYMOND | Stephane Boissel | Andy Lapsa
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From January 20-24, 2025, PolyGone’s co-founder, Nathaniel Banks, attended the Catalysts of Impact Gala in Davos, Switzerland. During the gala, Nathaniel and OceanWell were recognized at the Earth05.org Co-Creation Prize Ceremony. The event took place during the World Economic Forum week, bringing together world leaders, investors, and changemakers in the water and energy sectors. #earth05?#microplastics?#gala?#ceremony?#innovation
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On January 16, 2025, PolyGone’s co-founder, Yidian Liu, moderated Unshackled Ventures' event on “How to Start and Build Businesses as an Immigrant.” The event targeted aspiring entrepreneurs and immigrants looking to gain insight into business formation. Yidian led the Q&A session, helping young founders and students learn about business strategies, pathways, and resources. #entrepeneurship?#startups?#princeton?#business?#microplastics
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We’re honored that?Earth05.org?has recognized us and?Jamie Spotswood?for the Co-Creation award today, alongside?PolyGone.?Global freshwater demand is projected to outpace supply by 40% by 2030, while microplastic levels in the ocean are set to rise exponentially by 2050.?We’re excited to take on these challenges and look forward to attending Davos next year to accept this award! #earth05prize
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