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Partners That Amplify Impact

Matter Labs leverages strategic partnerships to catalyze innovation for our collaborators. By forging alliances with leading technology firms, academic institutions, and industry experts, we cultivate an environment ripe for groundbreaking discoveries and inventive solutions.

Defense Innovation

FATHOMWERX

FATHOMWERX is a technology-based collaborative that includes the EDC, Matter Labs, NAVSEA, NAVFAC, and the Port of Hueneme. Serving as a public-private laboratory, community, and resource for technological innovation, the partners strive to fuse small and non-traditional companies, academic institutions, and other Department of Defense stakeholders together to work on the most challenging problems in military, port, and maritime domains.

Government / Military

Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD), a component of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is a tenant command located at Naval Base Ventura County in Port Hueneme, California. In addition to its primary location, the division operates detachments at White Sands, NM; Virginia Beach, VA; and Louisville, KY.

Government / Military

NAVFAC EXWC

The Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) is a command of more than 1,100 dedicated men and women who provide specialized facilities engineering, technology solutions, and life-cycle management of expeditionary equipment to the Navy, Marine Corps, federal agencies, and other Department of Defense supported commands.

Technology Partner

Kokua Technologies

With decades of experience, numerous exits, hundreds of launches, a vast network, and plenty of 'failures', the Kokua team and partners can add value to any project. A'ohe Hana Nui Ka Alu'ia — No Task Is Too Big When Done Together.

Technology Distribution

Avnet

Avnet, Inc. is one of the world's largest distributors of electronic components and embedded solutions, providing access to cutting-edge technology across global markets.

Academic Partner

UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is one of the world's leading public research universities, located in La Jolla, California. The Medically Advanced Devices Laboratory (UCSD) translates basic research to solving medical problems — one device at a time, employing acoustofluidics, micro/nanofabrication methods, and new fundamental physical phenomena.

Port Authority

The Port of Hueneme

The Port of Hueneme, established in 1941, is committed to boosting maritime trade and benefiting its community. Governed by the Board of Oxnard Harbor District Commissioners, the Port operates independently, funded solely by business revenues and without taxes.

Nonprofit / Economic Development

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC)

A private nonprofit founded in 1996, the EDC provides a pathway to business growth, economic prosperity, and high quality of life across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties. By leveraging public and private funds, the EDC delivers business consulting, funding, and strategic initiatives that support the regional economy.

Defense Technology

ANTX Coastal Trident

ANTX programs are intended to provide technologists an understanding of the operational challenges faced by the warfighter and, the warfighter with an understanding of developing and transitional technologies that might meet their needs.

Defense Innovation

Xtractor

Xtractor, as part of the Inland Empire Tech Bridge Crucible program, is a cohort-based initiative designed to address specific Navy problem sets through targeted innovation. Each cycle begins with identifying a critical challenge, scouting for innovative companies, and inviting them to apply — accelerating the development of impactful technologies tailored to meet the Navy's operational needs.

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These strategic partnerships serve as conduits for cross-pollination of ideas, resources, and expertise. Let's build something together.

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