To further increase its capability, GES has
recruited Dr Gareth Jones, a specialist in
opto-electronics from the University of Exeter.
His positive impact on our technical capability
is already being felt on projects such as Laser
Graphene and the development of new
VOC monitoring sensors. In recent weeks we
have embarked on potential collaborations
to provide commercial and technical support
to academic spin-outs in gas sensors and
graphene electrodes for batteries.
GRAPHENE ENABLED SYSTEMS'
ACTIVITY LEVELS CONTINUE
TO INCREASE
One spin-out has become fully operational and
others are approaching commercial launch
Grafine Ltd, began trading in September
2018 and has received support from the
University. The company offers expertise to
develop new high-performance elastomer
materials enhanced with graphene and
other nanomaterials in collaboration with
global industry partners. Grafine, which
will soon use the GEIC to carry out much
of its development activity, has built a large
prospect list of companies operating in a
wide range of industrial sectors. Grafine
hopes to secure its first commercial orders in
the coming weeks.
