Meet Ankesh Madan, a dynamic individual with a multi-faceted background in materials science, entrepreneurship, and deep tech investing. With a strong passion for innovation and a drive to make a positive impact in the world, Ankesh's expertise lies at the intersection of advanced materials and manufacturing, climate intelligence, decarbonization, and synthetic biology.

Ankesh's educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering from North Carolina State University. He further pursued his academic pursuits at Duke University, where he focused on Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science in his Ph.D. studies.

Throughout his career, Ankesh has immersed himself in various organizations, which have allowed him to gain a wealth of experience and insights. He currently serves as an Associate at Hitachi Ventures, a role where he actively seeks out deep tech startups to invest in. Prior to this, he served as a Venture Associate at Plug and Play Tech Center, where he honed his skills in scouting and evaluating early-stage startups. Additionally, Ankesh worked as a Business Operations Associate at Propel(x), contributing his expertise in operational efficiency and strategy.

Ankesh's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found a startup called Undercover Colors, where he served as the Chief Science Officer. This venture focused on developing advanced materials for an innovative product that aimed to enhance personal safety and security. His experiences as an entrepreneur have given him invaluable knowledge in startup development, strategic planning, and product commercialization.

Ankesh has also gained industry experience through his internships at prestigious organizations such as NASA Glenn Research Center and COIN (Center of Innovation for Nanobiotechnology). These experiences further enriched his expertise in materials research and development.

Passionate about the advancement of science and technology, Ankesh remains deeply involved in the deep tech startup ecosystem, actively scouting for groundbreaking innovations and investing in promising companies. He also has a keen interest in the areas of climate intelligence, catalyzing the development of sustainable solutions, and leveraging advanced materials to drive decarbonization efforts.

If you are looking for an individual well-versed in deep tech startups, investing, or looking to explore the realms of climate intelligence, advanced materials and manufacturing, decarbonization, or synthetic biology, Ankesh Madan is the person you should connect with!