Brad founded Cygnet after inventing the synthetic method that made Cygnon commercially practical. His commitment to sustainability and his market insights shape the company's development priorities.
Cygnet's Mission
Cygnet aims to build a better tomorrow through environmental responsibility, ethical and inclusive practices, equitable access to education, and community‑focused growth by exemplifying excellence in leadership.
We believe the value of each long-term decision, partnership, and opportunity should be measured against this standard.
Exceptional Materials.Sustainably Made.
Advisors–Designate
Chris Cornelius, PhD
Chief Scientific Advisor
- Professor & Dr. Thomas D. McGee and Dr. Ick-Jhin Rick Yoon Endowed Department Chair in Materials Science and Engineering, Iowa State University
Brett VanVeller, PhD
Scientific Advisor
- Professor of Chemistry, Iowa State University
Nigel Reuel, PhD
Business & Scientific Advisor
- CTO NSF RuralSTAMINA Biomanufacturing Engine, IA, NE
- Professor and Stanley Chair in Interdisciplinary Engineering, Iowa State University
Mike Howard, PhD
Business Advisor
- Hilsinger-Janson Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship, Iowa State University
- Director of the Murray G. Bacon Center for AI Ethics in Business
From Research to Application.
Partners, collaborators, and researchers can reach the team directly to discuss Cygnon applications, scoped projects, and technical review.
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