Venture building the next wave
of frontier technology startups
with world class researchers
Creating the next wave of deep tech startups with world class researchers
Out The Back is more than a name
We’re experts in translating research, and building ventures into impactful companies.
John Rock has over 25 years experience in every aspect of the business lifecycle, including starting, building, operating and selling businesses.
His expertise lies in optimising operations, boosting profitability, and driving growth. With a passion for systems and a sharp eye for strategic coordination, John ensures every move aligns with best practices and drives success.
Keong Chan has over 20 years of experience in early-stage investing throughout the public and private markets. He is connected globally to resources to verify and accelerate projects with both know-how and capital.
Keong Chan has over 20 years of experience in early-stage investing throughout the public and private markets. He is connected globally to resources to verify and accelerate projects with both know-how and capital.
We value a multidisciplinary RCAB and encourage interested individuals to reach out.
Professor Simon Ringer, from the University of Sydney, is a renowned materials scientist and engineer. As Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure), he has led high-impact research projects, secured substantial funding, and established strategic industry partnerships. His expertise in advanced microscopy and materials characterisation makes him invaluable to early-stage startups.
LinkedInProfessor Christian Nijhuis, from the University of Twente, specialises in Hybrid Materials for Opto-Electronics. With a PhD in supramolecular chemistry and postdoctoral experience at Harvard, his research on energy-efficient molecular switches aims to revolutionise AI hardware. In 2023, he received a Vici grant to further his groundbreaking work.
LinkedInDr Paul Bertsch is an eminent environmental scientist and soil chemist. He has directed major research institutes and served as Queensland Chief Scientist. With over 140 publications and $50 million in research funding, his pioneering work in molecular environmental science has earned him numerous accolades and fellowships.
LinkedInDr David Tew, former Deputy Director of Technology at ARPA-E, has extensive experience in energy and environmental technologies. He led key ARPA-E programs focusing on advanced energy technologies and machine learning in engineering design. His previous work at United Technologies Corporation spanned combined heat and power systems and transportation energy efficiency.
LinkedInDr Patrick Parkinson is a Senior Lecturer in Photonic Materials at the University of Manchester. With a background from Oxford and postdoctoral positions at ANU and Oxford, he focuses on nanoscale optoelectronic materials. In 2020, he received a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship to develop high-throughput correlative microscopic techniques for nano-optoelectronic devices.
LinkedInDr Tim Boyle, former Director of Innovation at ANSTO and founder of the nandin Innovation Centre, is an experienced leader in research commercialisation. With over 20 years in bridging research and business, he transitioned to CEO of ARCS in 2023. Boyle holds a PhD in Chemistry and has been recognised with awards like the George Collins Award for Innovation.
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We stand side by side with the researchers, universities & industries around the world furthering human civilisation - where others see doubt, we see tremendous opportunity.
