About Us
Expertise
Hydrogen, Energy Storage, CCUS and Advanced Materials
Portfolio Companies
5+
Green Jobs Created
40+
Lab Space
1800 sq. ft
Our Story
Prosemino creates, builds, and supports startups to tackle the net-zero challenge, offering a new model to fast-track innovations to commercial reality. Founded in 2020 by leading innovators in energy technologies, our mission is to protect the environment and lower the cost of energy. At the heart of Prosemino are our unique and specialised labs, equipped with the technical equipment needed to make the most innovative ideas a reality. These labs enable us to push the boundaries of innovation, accelerating the path to net-zero goals.
A team of professors and PhD graduates with diverse technical and commercial backgrounds in the field of electrochemistry and materials science
Made up of our PhD-qualified specialists who help to create, build and support net-zero startups
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Runs day to day of Prosemino & responsible for the Innovation team. 7+ years research career developing nanomaterials for electrochemical energy applications. Varied experience supporting startups across a range of activities, including feasibility studies, lab-based research and product development. Holds a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from UCL
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Material science expert and 7+ years’ experience working with electrochemical corrosion in passivating offshore steel. Experiences working in FinTech and analytics. 2 years’ experience as Scientific Lead in COVID-19 diagnostics. Completing a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Cambridge.
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Material science expert and 5+ years’ experience working with sustainable catalysts. Experience supporting startups across a range of activities, including feasibility studies, lab-based research, fundraising and techno economic analysis. Holds a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from QMUL.
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5+ years working in advanced materials for electrochemical systems. Scale-up experience working as researcher for CCU startup. 2+ years' experience working as techno-economic research consultant. Holds a Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering from UCL.
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Manages Prosemino’s Paper Yard labs to facilitate startups. Skilled in electrode processing, cell assembly and testing of Li-ion and Na-ion batteries. Completing a PhD in Chemical Engineering at University College London.
World-leading academics and industry experts
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Professor of Materials Physics at UCL in the Department of Physics & Astronomy. Specialises in creation & optimization of next generation materials for energy applications. Invented & patented numerous processes that can scale to industrial level.
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> 25 years’ experience in electrochemical power systems. Academic in combined areas of fuel cells, batteries and supercapacitors. CEO of Sention Technologies, Co-Founder & Innovation Director of Bramble Energy and Co-Founder of Oort energy.
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Professor of Chemical Engineering, Oxford (Director of ZERO Institute, Royal Academy of Engineering Chair in Emerging Battery Technologies). Leads the UK STFC Global Challenge Network in Batteries & Electrochemical Devices. Founding investigator of UK’s Faraday Institution.
Adonis Pouroulis
Chairman
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Mining entrepreneur with 25 years of experience. Expertise in developing, investing, financing, constructing, and operating businesses in the natural resources sector across Africa. Founder and Chairman of Pella Resources, an African-focused natural resource investment and development firm. Key investments include Li Cycle and Li Metals.
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20 years’ experience in transaction, commercial & legal advisory for energy, mining & engineering sectors Specialist in multi-jurisdictional transactions and capital raising Experienced in mentoring and supporting start-up businesses
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5 years’ start-up experience building hydrogen technologies across aerospace and automotive sectors in lean teams Fuel cell systems lead at Arrival, previously at Stratospheric Platforms developing a fuel cell system for a high altitude aircraft Deep systems thinker, systems engineer and energy technologist. He is a chartered engineer (CEng) with the IET
Supported by our partners from the Energy Revolution Ventures team
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5+ years of experience in enhancing organisational and individual performance through the application of behavioural science principles. Leads strategic partnerships, deal sourcing and pipeline development. Former Head of Operations at an early-stage deep tech startup, specialising in operational management, fundraising, team management, and critical strategic decision-making.
OUR PROGRAMME
Prosemino’s proven programme delivers the acceleration we need to reach net-zero goals. Our venture builder provides innovators and startups in decarbonising technologies with access to a unique ecosystem of support, from state-of-the-art laboratories to fundraising, in order to fast-track commercialisation. Our team consists of highly technical business builders who provide the tools and support innovators need to create sustainable, independent businesses. From materials science to electrochemical systems and full product testing, our depth and breadth of knowledge set us apart from any other venture builder.
Speed and Agility
Our processes are designed to accelerate the development and deployment of net-zero technologies without compromising quality.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do, from the quality of our technologies to the rigor of our processes.
Impact
By carefully selecting and supporting the best startups, we ensure that our work contributes meaningfully to global sustainability goals.
Sustainability
We are dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and technologies that contribute to a cleaner, greener future.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration, working closely with our startups, partners, and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
Innovation
Our focus is on creating groundbreaking technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible.