Day in the Life of a Nanotech Researcher
Working as a research scientist at SkyNano isn’t just about running experiments and analyzing data – it’s about being a part of a mission-driven team working to fundamentally change how we think about carbon. Every day of collaboration at SkyNano is an inspiring blend of curiosity and discovery, grounded in the idea that science can […]
SkyNano Hires Experienced Chemical Process Engineer Chris Gies
As SkyNano moves toward scaled production and a fully automated electrochemical process, we’re excited to welcome Chris Gies to our growing team! Chris joins us at a transformative moment, bringing a strong background in both chemical and process engineering. His expertise will be instrumental as we enhance and optimize our systems for the continuous production […]
SkyNano Awarded Supplemental NSF Phase IIB Funding
Knoxville, TN – SkyNano is proud to formally announce the extension of our National Science Foundation SBIR award, focused on priming SkyNano for scaling production. This nearly $500K NSF Phase IIB supplemental award, originally accepted in late 2024, contributes to engineering efforts in the scale-up and transition to continuous production of our novel CO2 to […]
SkyNano Awarded $1.6M DOE Phase II Contract to Scale Carbon Nanotube Production
Knoxville, TN – SkyNano, a sustainable domestic producer of advanced carbon products, is excited to present that we have been granted a $1.6M Award from the Department of Energy. Starting in late 2024 when this was first awarded, we have worked diligently to make substantial progress on this project. This award builds on our successful […]
SkyNano Presents Newest Team Member Yatzy Campbell as Financial Administrator
As our organization continues to grow, we are expanding our team with a diverse set of individuals who bring forth an array of unique skills and experiences. Juggling numerous contracts and technical projects is no simple task, but one that is of high importance here at SkyNano. Yatzy Campbell will be working as a Financial […]
SkyNano Secures $1M Phase II STTR Award from Office of Naval Research to Advance CO2-Derived CNT Composites for 3D Printed Concrete
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – SkyNano is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $1 million Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the Office of Naval Research (ONR). This 24-month project supports SkyNano’s partnership with the University of Tennessee’s Civil Engineering Department, led by Prof. Hongyu Zhou, to develop optimized carbon nanotube […]
SkyNano Introduces Post Doctoral Researcher: Dr. Nate Neisius
The SkyNano team would like to take this opportunity to introduce our new hire, Dr. Nate Neisius! With a strong background in chemistry and fundamental science research, Nate will be working with us as a Postdoc in our research and development department. With his wealth of knowledge, he will be contributing to SkyNano’s mission of […]
SkyNano Welcomes Summer 2025 Interns
SkyNano Summer Interns: Lia Milionis, Guillermo Torrente, Lindsey Hessler
SkyNano Awarded $1.25M US Air Force Contract to Develop Domestic Sustainable Graphite Supply Chain
Knoxville, TN – SkyNano, a leader in sustainable materials innovation, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $1.25 million contract from the United States Air Force. The 21-month project, in collaboration with American Energy Technologies Company (AETC) and Eonix Energy Company, aims to develop technologies that will establish a domestic, sustainable, and […]
