Something About Us
Hollowgraf Ltd is a UK-based water technology startup emerging from the world-leading graphene membrane research led by Professor Rahul R. Nair at the National Graphene Institute, The University of Manchester. Our team has deep expertise in membrane-based separation technologies, with a strong focus on advanced two-dimensional (2D) materials for water and resource recovery.
Built on more than a decade of pioneering research in graphene-based separation science, Hollowgraf is developing a patent-pending, near-zero liquid discharge (ZLD) desalination process designed for real-world deployment. Our approach aims to produce clean water and valuable co-products while reducing reliance on conventional high-pressure desalination methods.
Milestones & Recognitions
2025
Winner, Innovative & Industrial 2D/Advanced Materials Summit & Expo (I2DM2025) – Start-up Pitching Event, Abu Dhabi
2025
Global Prize for Innovation in Water (GPIW) 2025
2025
Innovation enabling Award 2025, Masood Entrepreneurship Centre, UK
2024
Lab Scale Technology Validation
Patent Submitted




Our Technology
Hollowgraf’s advanced membrane technology is designed to reduce reliance on hydraulic
pressure and conventional draw solutions, lowering energy demand while enhancing
separation efficiency, targeting improved system economics.

