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The Lobster Talks Podcast by Lobster Capital

Powering the Future: Valentin on Batteries and Ionworks

  • S2E29
  • 36:00
  • December 20th 2024

🎙️ Lobster Talks Podcast - Episode with Valentin Sulzer, Founder of Ionworks


🚀 Welcome to the latest episode of the Lobster Talks podcast by Lobster Capital! In this episode, Gabriel sits down with Valentin Sulzer, founder of Ionworks, a revolutionary startup transforming battery innovation through cutting-edge software.


🔋 Batteries are critical to powering the 21st century—from EVs to satellites, and even electric planes. Valentin explains how Ionworks accelerates battery development by simulating advanced designs in software, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming physical prototypes. Discover how their solution is changing the game for industries, from automotive to aerospace.


💡 Valentin also shares insights from his journey, including:

The evolution of Ionworks from the open-source PyBAM project

His experience as a YC Summer '24 founder

The future of batteries and AI’s role in enabling innovation


🔥 Whether you're a founder, an investor, or someone curious about the tech shaping the future, this episode is packed with insights you can’t miss.


🔗 Links Mentioned:

Learn more about Ionworks: https://www.ionworks.com/

Connect with Valentin Sulzer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentinsulzer/


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