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InventWood

Reinventing wood to deliver a building material that outperforms conventional alternatives.

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Alex Lau

Co-Founder and CEO at InventWood

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Employees 21–50
Headquarters United States
InventWood is a materials technology company developing advanced, sustainable wood solutions through cellulose-based nanotechnologies. Its flagship product, SUPERWOOD, transforms wood at the molecular level, creating a building material stronger than steel that retains wood's natural warmth, texture, and workability. Engineered to resist fire, rot, pests, and extreme weather, SUPERWOOD offers a high-performance alternative to conventional construction materials while supporting domestic forestry and locking away carbon.

Notable Achievements

  • Tensile strength 50% higher than steel, with up to 10x the strength-to-weight ratio.
  • Production capacity at its Frederick, Maryland facility fully allocated by demand.
  • Awarded a $20M SCALEUP grant from the US Department of Energy.

Currently Operating in One Region

Work at InventWood

Posted September 26, 2026

Research and Development Project Manager

Frederick, MD, USA

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Posted September 26, 2026

Process Engineer

Frederick, MD, USA

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