Inventor of K1’s novel spalling technology, overseeing commercialization, R&D, and strategic business development.
Expert in materials science and device engineering with experiences at University of Chicago, Argonne National Lab, Cornell University, and Northwestern University.
Holds a PhD in Quantum Engineering from University of Chicago, and BS Engineering Physics from Cornell University.
Leads R&D, technology strategy, and product development, leveraging deep expertise in nano fabrication, custom tool design, and advanced automation.
Xella conducted research at Argonne National Lab, interned in technology development at Frore Systems in Silicon Valley, and was awarded the IBM PhD Fellowship for her research towards atomic scale additive manufacturing.
Holds a PhD in Quantum Engineering from University of Chicago and a BS in Engineering Physics from Cornell University.
Advises on advanced materials R&D and scaling technology, drawing on decades of semiconductor and microelectronics leadership as Distinguished Engineer and Director of Physical Sciences at IBM, Scientific Advisor and Director, Nanosciences and Technology Division at Argonne National Lab, Materials Scientist at 3M, and Professor at University of Chicago
Holds a PhD in Materials Science from University of Southern California (USC) and a BTech from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur.
Oversees finance and strategic planning, leveraging a decade of experience as an engineer, investor, and trader.
Holds a BS in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering from North Carolina State University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
PhD 26’ from University of Chicago, Masters in Nanotechnology and Bachelors in Engineering Physics from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.
Focused on quantum and materials engineering, bridging technical research with business applications and development.
MBA and MPP 26’ from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and Harris School of Public Policy.
Entrepreneur and banker with experience across business operations, management, marketing, and private-public partnerships.
