(About PDTI)
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Builder Ownership
Scientific Rigor
Public Benefit

PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high‑impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away their ownership.

We focus on deep tech where validation matters—medical and bioengineering, AI and data systems, regulated environments, advanced manufacturing, and resilience‑critical engineering.

Portfolio & Programs

We’re building the foundation now. First sponsored organizations and full portfolio pages will be announced shortly in our Alpha release.
PDTI Partners and sponsored organization coming soon

Directors

PDTI is governed by directors focused on mission alignment, credibility, and execution oversight. Additional advisors and reviewers will be introduced as they’re ready to be announced.
Physicist and engineer who translates frontier science into deployable systems; founded PDTI to build deep-tech companies with aligned terms
Andrew Piskadlo
CEO & Founder
Executive Leadership
Physicist and engineer who translates frontier science into deployable systems; founded PDTI to build deep-tech companies with aligned terms
Chief Technology Officer & Vice President
Dr. Nick Witham
CTO & Co-founder
Executive Leadership
Chief Technology Officer & Vice President
Michael is a mathematician, chemist, and medical student; co-founder and board member focused on safeguarding researcher autonomy and expanding equitable access to research infrastructure.
Michael Greenwald
Secretary & Co-Founder
Board & Governance
Michael is a mathematician, chemist, and medical student; co-founder and board member focused on safeguarding researcher autonomy and expanding equitable access to research infrastructure.

Build deep tech. Keep your IP.

PDTI backs R&D‑heavy teams with shared infrastructure, targeted capital pathways, and execution support—so you can reach a credible MVP without giving away ownership.
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Built on Clear Guardrails

In pre‑alpha, we prioritize truthful claims and founder‑aligned structure. Our early “numbers” are principles—because credibility comes before metrics.

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IP Capture

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Messaging Pillars

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Core Values

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Focus Areas

How PDTI Works

A repeatable pathway for turning complex R&D into a credible MVP—documented, validated, and positioned for real deployment.

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Intake

We review fit, constraints, and readiness.

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Feasibility

Define validation, risks, and deployment path.

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Build

Execute toward a credible MVP with shared modules.

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Deploy

Support validation, documentation, and real-world rollout.

Engagement Paths

Three ways to engage with PDTI during pre‑alpha.
Underwrite (Public Benefit)
For mission-aligned supporters funding education + responsible deployment.
Sponsor education + governance content
Underwrite validation modules or cohorts
Transparent reporting as we scale
Help close the “execution gap” for high-impact teams
Partner announcements in Alpha
Partner (Infrastructure)
For labs, manufacturers, and operators who want aligned collaboration.
Clear guardrails + mutual expectations
Pipeline access (fit-based introductions)
Standardized validation + documentation playbooks
Joint pilots and field validation opportunities
Long-term partner visibility (Alpha rollout)
Apply (Builders)
Rolling intake for teams building validation-heavy deep tech.
Keep your IP (builder ownership)
Fit-based review + fast follow-up
Infrastructure access + partner pathways
Execution support (validation, regulatory, program)
Public-benefit education optional (when aligned)

Building the Partner Network

We’re assembling mission-aligned partners across validation, manufacturing, and deployment. Partner announcements roll out in Alpha.
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Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors
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“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”

Brand Author Image
Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors

“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”

Brand Author Image
Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors
“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”
Brand Author Image
Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors
“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”
Brand Author Image
Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors
“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”
Brand Author Image
Andrew, Nick, and Michael
-PDTI Directors
“PDTI exists to close a recurring gap: high-impact teams often have the science, but lack the infrastructure, capital, and execution support to reach a credible MVP—without giving away ownership.”

Journal

What PDTI is, why we exist, and what we’re building first.

Introduction

03 min

Welcome to PDTI

What PDTI is, why we exist, and what we’re building first.

January 11, 2026

Writer

Andrew Piskadlo

Excerpt: Videos, interviews, and practical explainers—organized for builders, partners, and the public.

Education

03 min

What You’ll Find on the Journal

Excerpt: Videos, interviews, and practical explainers—organized for builders, partners, and the public.

January 11, 2026

Writer

Michael Greenwald

Excerpt: A lightweight checklist so we can evaluate fit quickly and respond faster.

Applying for a sponsorship

04 min

How to Apply (and What to Include)

Excerpt: A lightweight checklist so we can evaluate fit quickly and respond faster.

January 11, 2026

Writer

Dr. Nick Witham