The Physics of Forever™
Diamond Quanta is an HAX-backed advanced materials company commercializing the Adamantine Platform™, an engineered-diamond interface platform for optical, thermal, semiconductor, photonic, power-electronic and quantum systems. Headquartered in Mountain View, California, with commercialization operations at HAX in New Jersey, DQ combines proprietary interface engineering, scalable process technologies and strategic manufacturing partnerships to move engineered diamond from laboratory validation into customer qualification and industrial deployment.
Our Mission: To Make Diamond as Accessible as Silicon to the World.
Diamond possesses an extraordinary combination of thermal, optical, electronic, mechanical and quantum properties, yet its use has historically been constrained by the difficulty and cost of integrating it into real-world technologies.
Diamond Quanta is changing that. Through engineered diamond materials, interfaces and scalable manufacturing processes, we are building a platform that enables diamond to be designed into products and semiconductor systems with the accessibility and manufacturability expected of conventional materials.
From optical surfaces and thermal management to semiconductors, photonics, power electronics and quantum systems, our mission is to move diamond beyond specialized applications and make its exceptional properties available at industrial scale.
The Physics of Forever™
Empowering the Future
Diamond Quanta's vision extends far beyond short-term breakthroughs. Our long-term goal is to establish an integrated quantum photonic platform, setting the stage for a revolution in how technology is powered. By leveraging the unique properties of diamond, we aim to create more efficient, durable, and powerful systems. Our approach combines decades of experience with a deep understanding of market needs, ensuring that we not only develop innovative technologies but also drive the industry toward new horizons.
How It All Started
Founded in January 2024 by diamond industry vanguard, Adam Khan, Diamond Quanta is revolutionizing the semiconductor industry with groundbreaking diamond technology and a strategic market approach. By addressing both technical barriers and economic realities, we position ourselves as key players in high-value applications of electronic and quantum technologies. Our team, comprised of highly skilled professionals with decades of experience in advanced diamond and nanocarbon materials, excels in electronic, photonic, and optical-mechanical device development. We have a proven track record of transforming laboratory innovations into real-world solutions for leading semiconductor, aerospace/defense, and consumer electronics companies, driving the industry toward a smarter future.
Meet Our Executive Team
Adam Khan, Founder & CEO
15+ year leader in lab-grown diamond technologies. Adam pioneered co-doping and defect-engineering methods for power electronics, photonics and optics materials and devices, holds 38+ diamond-tech patents, and has published across materials and device physics. He previously founded AKHAN Semiconductor and conducted research at Stanford nanofabrication facilities and Argonne National Laboratory. Forbes 30 Under 30 (Energy); Adam obtained his B.S. in Physics (UIC) ahead of pursuing his M.S. in Nanomaterials Engineering (UC Riverside);
Michael Pierantozzi, Co-Founder & COO
Technology and IP executive with deep experience scaling deep-tech ventures and managing complex IP portfolios (previously HPE, HP, Intellectual Ventures, KPMG). Michael leads operations, business development, partnerships, and commercialization for Diamond Quanta. M.S. in Management Science & Engineering (Stanford); B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Drexel).
Board Governance
Paul Pickering (OBO Silicon Catalyst)
Paul Pickering is a passionate advocate for emerging semiconductor and micro-fabrication technologies. His involvement with Silicon Catalyst as an advisor extends back to 2015. Prior to joining, he was the Chief Revenue Officer for Micralyne Inc. based in Edmonton Alberta, Canada. In August 2019, Micralyne was acquired by Teledyne Technologies.
Paul served as the Executive VP, Sales and Marketing at Exar Corporation, a public semiconductor company specializing in analog and mixed-signal semiconductor devices. Paul also served as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Xpedion Design Systems, a venture-backed EDA company that was acquired by Agilent in June 2006. He co-founded two start-up companies and has consulted with numerous other small and large technology companies.
Paul is a graduate of West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree and attended Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania. He is a recognized speaker at technology conferences and trade events in the semiconductor and MEMS industries.
Jui Lim (OBO CoreLabs Capital)
Jui Lim is a Venture Partner and founding member of CoreLabs Capital, where he focuses on deep-tech investments in semiconductors, medtech, and cleantech. With more than 25 years of experience in IP licensing, advanced technology development, product management, and large-scale global manufacturing operations, he brings both technical and commercial expertise to his role. Jui has lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the United States, founded his own IP licensing firm, and is a founding member of an AI/ML company. He holds degrees from MIT and an MBA from the Wharton School.
Our Strategic Partners & Programs
Diamond Quanta is proud to collaborate with leading industry & research partners and venture programs like HAX SOSV and NVIDIA Inception, helping to accelerate and advance world class science, technology, and engineering.
Partner With Us
Ready to collaborate and advance research and product development? Contact us today to explore partnership opportunities with our institution and industry partners.