Steve McCloskey

Steve McCloskey is a nanoengineering entrepreneur and technology innovator based in San Diego, California. He is the Founder and CEO of Nanome Inc., a virtual reality software company that specializes in scientific molecular visualization and collaboration.124

Background and Education

McCloskey graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a Bachelor of Science in Nanoengineering from 2010-2015. During his time at UCSD, he was a Materials and Nanoscience Researcher, exploring nanoscale properties of materials using advanced microscopy and analysis techniques.13

Professional Journey

His professional career includes several key roles:

• Founder and CEO of Nanome Inc. (August 2016 - Present)
• CEO of NanoVR, Inc. (June 2015 - August 2016)
• Materials and Nanoscience Researcher at UC San Diego (March 2011 - December 2014)12

Company and Vision

Through Nanome, McCloskey has developed a virtual reality platform that allows scientists to visualize, modify, and simulate molecular structures in 3D. The company provides software solutions for researchers in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and academic institutions, with pricing tiers ranging from personal use to enterprise plans.24

Personal Background

McCloskey was first exposed to virtual reality in 1997 and has a passion for video games and technology. His original goal was to work in medical care and potentially cure cancer, which inspired the development of Nanome's collaborative scientific visualization tools.25