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As we wrap up 2024, I want to reflect back on one of the important event of the year—meeting 아스트라제네카 (AstraZeneca) and advancing FUST Lab’s wastewater treatment technology to the global stage. Out of 500 innovative solutions, our ultrasonic microbubble advanced oxidation process (AOP) technology was selected, and we were invited to Industrial Future Summit in Stockholm where we had meeting with AstraZeneca to have an in-depth discussions about our solution. The journey began in May when were first reached out by Combient Foundry, suggesting that our ultrasonic wastewater solution may align with AstraZeneca’s search for innovative technologies to meet their Scope 3 sustainability goals. Combient Foundry is a global venture alliance that provides a platform bridging startups with global companies. During this time, AstraZeneca was specifically seeking a new wastewater treatment method that does not involve incineration of waste, and we saw an opportunity to showcase the strengths of our solution. We submitted our ultrasonic microbubble advanced oxidation process (AOP) solution, designed to remove toxic, persistent pollutants like PFAS. And in July, we received exciting news that out of 500 startup solutions, FUST Lab was selected for the next stage. This involved an in-depth evaluation, where we answered detailed questions from AstraZeneca about the feasibility and scalability of our technology. By September, we received even better news: FUST Lab had been chosen as one of the top three finalists. With this, we were invited to the Industrial Future Summit for a face-to-face meeting with AstraZeneca’s team—Magnus R. Björsne, PhD, MBA, Assoc. Prof., Alexander Kvist, Joakim von Euler-Chelpin Finally, in October, our team—myself, our CTO Seonae Hwangbo, and our BD manager Caroline Jang—traveled to Stockholm. We presented our solution and held detailed discussions on collaboration. This was a pivotal moment for us as we looked to expand our technology’s applications from PFAS to pharmaceutical wastewater. We’re excited about the road ahead and the potential for a deeper collaboration with AstraZeneca for carbon reduction. --- 2024년을 마무리하며 퍼스트랩에게 가장 기억에 남는 프로젝트를 나누고 싶습니다. 지난 10월, 스웨덴 스톡홀름에서 아스트라제네카를 만나 퍼스트랩의 초음파 마이크로버블 고도산화공정(AOP) 기술을 소개하고, 2025년 초 파일럿 프로젝트를 진행하기로 합의했습니다. 이 여정은 올해 5월, Combient Foundry로부터 시작됐습니다. 아스트라제네카가 지속 가능성 목표를 위해 새로운 의약품 폐수 처리 기술을 찾고 있다는 소식을 듣고, PFAS 같은 유독성 오염 물질을 소각 없이 처리할 수 있는 기술을 제안하게 됐습니다. 이후 두 차례 심사를 거쳐 500개 기업 중 최종 3개 기업에 선정되는 기쁜 소식을 들었습니다. 10월에는 스톡홀름에서 열린 Industrial Future Summit에 초청받아 아스트라제네카와 직접 기술을 발표하고 협업을 위한 논의를 진행하였습니다. 이번 프로젝트는 퍼스트랩이 PFAS를 넘어 의약품 폐수까지 기술 적용 범위를 넓히는 중요한 발판이 되었고, 아스트라제네카와 협력해 글로벌 환경 문제 해결 및 탄소저감에 한 발 더 다가설 수 있는 기회가 될 것이라고 생각합니다.

Excited to kick off 2025 with CES in Vegas. Come visit FUST Lab at CES in January 2025. We’ll be showcasing two of our key technologies: • DEBREX nano dispersion/emulsification equipment, recognized as an Innovation Award Honoree in the Industrial Equipment and Machinery category. (https://lnkd.in/gUpWzfvE) • CAVITOX, our advanced oxidation process technology for the efficient degradation of PFAS without filters, or additives. We are participating with K-water, so come visit our booth if you are attending CEES 2025. 📅 Exhibition Dates: January 7th - 10th, 2025 📍 Location: Eureka Park, Venetian Expo 📍 Booth: #62939 (K-Water) ----------------- 퍼스트랩이 2025년 1월 수자원공사와 함께 CES 2025에 참가합니다. 이번 전시에서는 CES 혁신상 수상작인 집속형 초음파 기술을 적용한 **무계면활성제 분산/유화 장비(DEBREX)**와 **마이크로버블 고도산화공정 장비(CAVITOX)**를 선보일 예정입니다. 많은 관심과 성원 부탁드리며, 현장에서 직접 만나 뵙기를 기대합니다! #CES2025 #FUSTLab #KWater #InnovationAwardHonoree #CAVITOX #Sustainability

FUST Lab going to CES! For more information, visit our sites: https://lnkd.in/g-d-4b_u https://lnkd.in/gQys5FmS

It’s never too late to share good news. On November 13th, FUST Lab. was awarded the Grand Prize in the Commercialization Category at the 5th Korea Water Industry Startup Innovation Competition, hosted by theMinistry of Environment and K-water.This recognition is a huge boost for us. When we developed CAVITOX, our microbubble advanced oxidation process degrading PFAS, we focused on solving real problems of toxic chemical in water. A total of 18 winners were selected since August and FUST Lab won the Grand Prize.  The opportunities that come with this prize—commercialization funding, access to K-Testbed programs, and new connections through exhibitions and the Water Industry Fund—will help us take the next step in our journey.I’m grateful to the incredible team at FUST Lab and everyone who’s supported us along the way. The work doesn’t stop here, but moments like this are worth taking a step back to appreciate. Here’s to staying focused and moving forward. 💧 (주)퍼스트랩이 13일 대구 엑스포(EXCO)에서 환경부와 수자원공사의 주최로 개최된 제5회 대한민국 물산업 창업 혁신대전에서 사업화 부문 대상을 수상하였습니다. 올해로 5회째를 맞는 '대한민국 물산업 혁신 창업대전'은 물산업과 관련해 창의·혁신적인 아이디어와 유망 새싹기업(스타트업)을 발굴하기 위한 행사입니다. 올해 8월부터 한달 간 공모를 통해 접수를 받았고, 2단계에 걸친 전문가 평가로 18개의 입상작을 선정, 13일 최종경연을 펼쳤고, 사업화 부문 대상을 수여하였습니다. 이번 수상을 통해 사업화자금과 K-테스트베드, 국내외 전시회 참여, 물산업 펀드 연계 투자유치 지원 등 다양한 후속지원이 제공될 예정입니다. 이러한 지원을 통해 빠르게 성장해나가도록 하겠습니다 😄 #PFAS #CAVITOX #Wastewater

This is just the beginning, and we’re looking forward to what’s next for FUST Lab!

👏 DEBREX has been recognized as CES Innovation Awards Honoree! 🌟 🏆FUST Lab's DEBREX equipment, which delivers surfactant-free nano-dispersion and emulsification solution for manufacturing industries has been recognized for Innovation Awards in Industrial Equipment & Machinery category! It has been acknowledged for its innovative approach to sustainability and efficiency in pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and materials industries. This honor reaffirms our commitment to driving new ultrasonic innovation for manufacturing industries and redefining emulsification and dispersion for high-performance nano materials across various industries. We’re incredibly proud of our team and grateful for the support of our partners, collaborators, and customers. We plan to use this opportunity to promote our technology in the U.S. market and identify key partners to tailor our U.S. market entry! 👏🎊 See you in Las Vegas in Jan 8th -10th, 2025! (주)퍼스트랩의 무계면활성제 및 나노 분산유화장비가 세계 최대 기술전시회인 CES 2025에서 '혁신상, Innovation Awards'를 수상하였습니다. CES 혁신상은 미국소비자기술협회(CTA)가 주관하여 기술적 진보와 디자인 혁신을 통해 산업에 기여한 제품과 서비스를 선정하며, Industrial Equipment Machinery 부문에서 집속형 초음파 분산장비 DEBREX를 출품하였고 최종 선정 되었습니다! 이번 계기를 통해 미국시장에 기술적으로 홍보를 진행하며, 미국 내 파트너를 발굴할 예정입니다! #CES2025 #InnovationAward #NanoTechnology #FUSTLab

💧 Solving blue-green algae problems in freshwater with FUST Lab's Focused Ultrasonic Technology Studies have shown that the presence of blue-green algae in freshwater poses significant risks to both humans and animals, contributing to toxicity, eutrophication, and other ecological imbalances. Traditional methods for controlling algae, such as the use of aquatic herbicides, are an effective method of getting rid of it but are not the most sustainable solution as it poses threat of secondary pollutions. FUST Lab's ultrasonic technology offers an eco-friendly solution by targeting and sinking blue-green algae to be degraded naturally underwater—without the use of harmful chemicals. Algae cells float due to tiny air sacs surrounding them, but certain algae also contain toxins within their cells, making it essential to prevent the release of these toxins during treatment. Our ultrasonic technology focuses on disrupting the air sacs but not destroying the cells and keeping the toxic chemicals enclosed. We have confirmed that the floatation of algae has been significantly decreased even after time passed in the presence of sunlight. In conclusion, this process eliminates the risk of releasing harmful toxins into the water, providing a safe, sustainable approach to algae management. This is a new finding where our ultrasonic technology can be applied! ----- 여러 연구에 따르면, 담수에 서식하는 녹조로 인하여 수질 독성 증가, 부영양화 등 여러 문제들을 유발한다고 합니다. 이러한 문제들을 줄이고자, 수생 제초제 등을 사용하여 녹조를 없앴지만, 2차오염의 위험성 등 수생 생태계에 다른 문제점들을 유발하여 새로운 해결책이 필요로 합니다. 이에 FUST Lab의 초음파 기술은 유해 화학물질을 사용하지 않고 녹조의 공기주머니 만을 깨트려 물 바닥으로 가라앉게 하여 녹조의 부유 현상을 저감하고, 시간이 지난 이후, 맑은 기온에서도 재부유가 일어나지 않는 결과를 확인했습니다. 녹조 세포는 작은 공기 주머니로 둘러싸여 있어 물 위에 떠오르지만, 일부 녹조는 세포 내에 독소를 포함하고 있어 처리 과정 중 이러한 독소가 방출되지 않도록 하는 것이 매우 중요합니다. 퍼스트랩의 초음파 기술은 공기 주머니만을 타겟 하여 세포를 깨트리지 않아 독소 없이 분해할 수 있는 결과를 확인했습니다.  #freshwater #DEBREX #algae #sustainable FUST Lab.

Excited to announce a new article published regarding "using focused ultrasonic technology to replicate unique nano-particles in the ocean that can be used for cytotoxic research and other research purposes." 😄 Check out our latest research article that can pave the way for deeper studies on the impact of ocean-born nanoplastics.

Exciting news to share! FUST Lab. has successfully secured 2.32 million USD in Pre-Series A funding, led by incredible partners like Enlight Ventures, D.Camp, INNOX (INNEX), IBK Bank(Industrial Bank of Korea), and KDB Bank(Korea Development Bank). This funding marks a pivotal moment for us as we gear up to expand our emulsification and dispersion equipment, DEBREX, into both domestic and Japanese markets. We’re also preparing to launch our innovative microbubble advanced oxidation process equipment, CAVITOX, while ramping up our marketing efforts in Europe and seeking strong local partners. A huge thank you to everyone involved for making this possible. Exciting times ahead! 🚀 (주)퍼스트랩이 총 31억원 규모의 프리시리즈A 투자유치를 완료하였습니다. 투자에는 인라이트벤처스, 디캠프, 이녹스(아이넥스), IBK기업은행, KDB산업은행이 참여하였습니다! 이번 투자유치를 통해 유화분산장비 DEBREX의 국내시장과 일본시장 진입을 본격적으로 추진할 계획이며, 수처리 고도산화공정장비 CAVITOX의 출시준비와 유럽지역 마케팅을 진행하면서 현지 파트너사를 발굴할 예정입니다. 수고해주신 모든 분들께 감사드립니다!