Featured University Startups

Discover innovative startups born from leading universities around the world.

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AetoSense

Cambridge
Founded 2021

Develops sensors for ultrafine particle detection, improving air quality and energy efficiency in buildings.

Air Quality Monitoring
Seed
Air Quality
Sensors
Energy Efficiency
B

BioTryp Therapeutics

Cambridge
Founded 2020

Developing antibiofilm therapies to tackle treatment-resistant bacterial infections, starting with UTIs.

Biotech/Healthcare
Seed
Biotech
Healthcare
Antibiotics
B

BravelyCultured

Cambridge
Founded 2022

Creating eco-friendly biosurfactants from marine microbes to replace petroleum-based products.

Sustainable Biotech
Pre-seed
Sustainability
Biotech
Marine
C

Cambridge Vision Technology

Cambridge
Founded 2019

Eye test-based early disease detection for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and glaucoma, intended for global deployment.

Healthcare Technology
Series A
Healthcare
AI
Diagnostics
M

Molyon

Cambridge
Founded 2020

Innovating high-energy density lithium-sulfur batteries with a focus on electric aviation applications.

Battery Technology
Seed
Energy
Aviation
Batteries
N

Nanomation

Cambridge
Founded 2021

Automating nanomaterials use in semiconductors to enable advanced computing applications.

Semiconductor Technology
Seed
Semiconductors
Nanotechnology
Computing
O

Orbit

Cambridge
Founded 2022

Developing wearable neurotechnology to measure and enhance cognitive health with non-invasive methods.

Neurotechnology
Pre-seed
Neuroscience
Wearables
Health Tech
P

Protonera

Cambridge
Founded 2020

Upcycling waste plastics into green hydrogen and other valuable chemicals for a sustainable future.

Plastic Upcycling
Seed
Sustainability
Hydrogen
Waste Management
V

VOLTQUANT

Cambridge
Founded 2021

Machine-learning search engine for grid connections to support renewable energy infrastructure.

Energy Grid Technology
Seed
Energy
Machine Learning
Infrastructure
W

William Oak Diagnostics

Cambridge
Founded 2019

Developing a point-of-care micronutrient deficiency test aimed at improving maternal and child health.

Diagnostics/Healthcare
Series A
Healthcare
Diagnostics
Maternal Health
X

Xterna

Cambridge
Founded 2020

Targeting solid tumors with precision cancer therapies utilizing new surface biomarker-based targeting.

Biotech/Cancer Therapeutics
Seed
Cancer
Biotech
Precision Medicine
Q

Quantum Fabrix

Oxford
Founded 2020

Weaving perfect components into quantum technology solutions.

Engineering
Seed
Quantum
Engineering
Technology
P

Porpoise Power

Oxford
Founded 2019

Using bio-inspired hydropower systems to generate power which is then converted to electricity.

Other Technology
Seed
Renewable Energy
Hydropower
Biomimicry
G

Granza Bio Corporation

Oxford
Founded 2018

A new era in cancer therapeutics by developing personalised and targeted cancer treatments using the body's own immune system.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Series A
Cancer
Immunotherapy
Personalized Medicine
E

Eterna Biologics

Oxford
Founded 2021

Harnessing the power of CRISPR to develop the next generation of RNA therapeutics.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Seed
CRISPR
RNA
Therapeutics
T

TheraCryf

Oxford
Founded 2020

Developing innovative therapeutics in oncology and behavioural brain disorders.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Seed
Oncology
Neuroscience
Therapeutics
R

Ramanomics

Oxford
Founded 2019

Diagnostics built on a Raman-spectroscopy-powered single cell identification for bacteria and fungi.

Medtech
Series A
Diagnostics
Spectroscopy
Microbiology
R

RQBio Covid

Oxford
Founded 2020

Developing monoclonal antibodies for instant, long-lasting immunity, protecting vulnerable people from infectious diseases.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Series A
COVID-19
Antibodies
Infectious Disease
F

FlexSR

Oxford
Founded 2021

A new approach to automatic speech recognition technology.

Software and Internet
Seed
Speech Recognition
AI
Software
A

Alveogene

Oxford
Founded 2018

The advancement, through pre-clinical and clinical trials, the development a number of lentiviral-based gene therapies for respiratory diseases.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Series B
Gene Therapy
Respiratory
Clinical Trials
O

Oxomics

Oxford
Founded 2019

Cancer diagnostics.

Therapeutics and Biotech
Series A
Cancer
Diagnostics
Biotech
S

Speek Health

LSE
Founded 2021

Equipping parents to break the cycle of self-harm. Let's Speek!

Healthcare
Seed
Mental Health
Parenting
Healthcare
S

Somosfin

LSE
Founded 2020

Empowering people to achieve their financial goals.

Fintech
Seed
Finance
Personal Finance
Financial Literacy
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LendTech

LSE
Founded 2019

Building the future of real estate lending.

Fintech
Series A
Real Estate
Lending
Finance
F

Food from The Heart

LSE
Founded 2021

Eco-friendly weekly meal preparation services that promote the value of domestic work.

Food
Pre-seed
Food
Sustainability
Social Impact
B

Bees with Stories

LSE
Founded 2020

Social enterprise supporting African beekeepers.

Social Enterprise
Seed
Beekeeping
Africa
Social Impact
T

The Oater

LSE
Founded 2021

Develops machines for on-site production of plant-based milk to deliver freshness and sustainability.

Food Technology
Seed
Plant-based
Sustainability
Food Tech
A

Aila Money

LSE
Founded 2022

Your very own financial coach.

Fintech
Pre-seed
Finance
Coaching
Personal Finance
P

Pip & Henry

LSE
Founded 2020

Driven by a love for the environment, creating stylish, comfortable, and sustainable products.

Fashion
Seed
Sustainable Fashion
Environment
Retail
L

Lanterne

LSE
Founded 2019

Operations productivity platform to help shared and connected fleets boost vehicle utilization.

Transportation
Series A
Fleet Management
Productivity
Transportation
V

Voda

LSE
Founded 2021

The LGBTQIA+ Mental Health App.

Healthcare
Seed
Mental Health
LGBTQIA+
Healthcare
E

ErleaDx

Manchester
Founded 2020

Developing rapid diagnostic tools for early disease detection.

Healthcare
Seed
Diagnostics
Healthcare
Disease Detection
P

Pentone

Manchester
Founded 2019

Innovating in the field of sustainable materials and technologies.

Materials
Seed
Sustainability
Materials
Technology
S

Synbiote

Manchester
Founded 2021

Engineering synthetic biology solutions for various industries.

Biotechnology
Seed
Synthetic Biology
Biotech
Engineering
A

Aeroknite

Manchester
Founded 2020

Developing advanced drone technologies for commercial applications.

Drone Technology
Seed
Drones
Commercial
Technology
K

KrowdInnovation

Manchester
Founded 2019

Crowdsourcing platform for innovative solutions to business challenges.

Business Solutions
Series A
Crowdsourcing
Innovation
Business
M

MoveMed

Manchester
Founded 2018

Creating solutions to enhance mobility in medical applications.

Medical Technology
Series A
Medical
Mobility
Technology
N

NanoGraft

Manchester
Founded 2020

Developing nanotechnology-based grafting solutions for medical use.

Medical Technology
Seed
Nanotechnology
Medical
Grafting
G

GreenWear Solutions

Manchester
Founded 2021

Producing sustainable and eco-friendly clothing materials.

Sustainable Fashion
Seed
Sustainability
Fashion
Materials
S

SimpleX Molecular

Manchester
Founded 2019

Simplifying complex molecular diagnostics for healthcare providers.

Healthcare
Series A
Molecular
Diagnostics
Healthcare
M

MissKick

Manchester
Founded 2018

Empowering women in sports through apparel and community initiatives.

Sports
Series A
Women
Sports
Apparel
A

Afrocenchix

UCL
Founded 2017

Develops natural, safe, and effective haircare products for Afro and curly hair, combining science with natural ingredients.

Haircare
Series A
Haircare
Natural Products
Afro Hair
A

Amaliah

UCL
Founded 2016

A media platform amplifying the voices of Muslim women, covering topics from lifestyle to spirituality, and providing a space for community engagement.

Media
Series A
Media
Muslim Women
Community
B

Basestone

UCL
Founded 2015

A cloud-based collaboration tool for construction teams, streamlining project management and communication to enhance efficiency on-site.

Construction Technology
Series B
Construction
Collaboration
Project Management
B

BatFast Cricket

UCL
Founded 2016

Develops cricket simulators that provide realistic batting experiences, aiming to make cricket accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.

Sports Technology
Series A
Cricket
Sports
Simulation
B

Brainpool.AI

UCL
Founded 2018

An AI services company powered by a global network of experts, offering AI strategy development and implementation to businesses across various industries.

Artificial Intelligence
Series A
AI
Consulting
Technology
D

Double Dutch

UCL
Founded 2015

Produces premium mixers and tonics with unique flavor combinations, enhancing the drinking experience for consumers worldwide.

Beverage
Series B
Beverages
Premium
Mixers
D

Dr Will's

UCL
Founded 2017

Offers a range of all-natural condiments free from refined sugars, promoting healthier eating without compromising on taste.

Food & Beverage
Series A
Food
Natural
Condiments
E

Enthuse

UCL
Founded 2016

Provides a fundraising platform that enables charities to create branded donation experiences, enhancing donor engagement and support.

Fundraising Technology
Series B
Fundraising
Charity
Technology
F

Flair

UCL
Founded 2019

Develops software to measure and improve diversity and inclusion within organizations, providing actionable insights to foster equitable workplaces.

Diversity & Inclusion
Seed
Diversity
Inclusion
Workplace
G

Genie AI

UCL
Founded 2018

Utilizes artificial intelligence to create legal documents tailored to clients' needs, making legal services more accessible and efficient.

Legal Technology
Series A
Legal
AI
Documents
A

ADVANCE-D

King's
Founded 2020

Provides digitally supported interventions for men who misuse substances and perpetrate intimate partner abuse.

Digital Health
Seed
Digital Health
Substance Abuse
Intervention
A

Advicely

King's
Founded 2019

Offers automation solutions that radically change the way SMEs engage with digital advertising.

Technology
Series A
Automation
Digital Advertising
SMEs
A

Advisers Toolbox

King's
Founded 2021

Develops productivity software for frontline legal advisers working for public advice charities.

Community Tech
Seed
Legal
Productivity
Charity
A

Apeikon Therapeutics

King's
Founded 2018

Revolutionizes oncology treatment with image-guided activatables for effective and safer therapies.

MedTech
Series B
Oncology
Imaging
Therapeutics
A

Applied Neuroscience Association Limited

King's
Founded 2017

A global network of neuroscientists and professionals leveraging applied neuroscience to improve and save lives.

HealthTech
Series A
Neuroscience
Healthcare
Research
A

Aquae Vitae

King's
Founded 2020

Focuses on desalinating and purifying water while generating electricity.

Sustainability
Seed
Water
Electricity
Sustainability
A

Artfol

King's
Founded 2019

Serves as a hub of creativity, community, and commerce for artists and art enthusiasts.

Community Tech
Series A
Art
Community
Commerce
A

Attollo Lingerie

King's
Founded 2016

Designs stylish, beautiful, and confident lingerie for fuller-bust women.

Consumer
Series B
Lingerie
Fashion
Body Positivity
A

Awesome Trip

King's
Founded 2018

Creates immersive group travel experiences for university students.

TravelTech
Series A
Travel
Students
Experiences
B

Bahati Books

King's
Founded 2019

A digital publishing house promoting African literature.

Media
Seed
Publishing
African Literature
Digital
C

CHECKAR

IE University
Founded 2018

A platform dedicated to conducting inspections of used vehicles, ensuring clients can buy or sell their vehicles safely and transparently. Utilizes a network of expert mechanics to provide detailed digital reports.

Automotive
Series A
Automotive
Inspection
Digital Reports
i

iDocCar

IE University
Founded 2016

Manages all processes associated with the vehicle life cycle through a modular tool that adapts to specific organizational needs, including unlimited users and role definitions.

Automotive
Series B
Automotive
Management
Digital Tools
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nxtARC

IE University
Founded 2019

A leadership advisory firm based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in executive coaching and organizational development to enhance leadership capabilities.

Consulting
Series A
Leadership
Coaching
Organizational Development
A

ArsCorporate

IE University
Founded 2015

An M&A advisory firm located in Barcelona, Spain, offering strategic advice on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and corporate finance.

Consulting
Series B
M&A
Finance
Advisory
C

Customer Target Consulting S.A.C.

IE University
Founded 2017

Specializes in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and CRM solutions to help businesses optimize customer engagement and drive growth.

Consulting
Series A
AI
Data Analytics
CRM
1

1A Method SL

IE University
Founded 2020

Focuses on internal communication strategies for top management, aiming to improve organizational communication and effectiveness.

Consulting
Seed
Communication
Management
Strategy
H

HERITAGE FINANCIAL ADVISORS

IE University
Founded 2016

A boutique investment banking firm in Bogota, Colombia, focused on M&A and financing deals, providing personalized and strategic advice tailored to client needs.

Financial Services
Series A
Investment Banking
M&A
Finance
O

OFFEASY

IE University
Founded 2019

Offers administrative support in operations, HR, and workplace management, allowing businesses to focus on growth while OffEasy handles the administrative duties.

Consulting
Seed
Administrative
Operations
HR
T

THE AI LIVING LAB

IE University
Founded 2021

Based in Singapore, focuses on integrating artificial intelligence into daily living, developing AI-driven solutions to enhance quality of life.

Technology
Seed
AI
Daily Living
Technology
N

Nilocas

Queen Mary
Founded 2019

Developing a non-invasive medical device to revolutionize the detection of Coronary Artery Disease, enabling earlier and more efficient diagnosis.

Medical Devices
Series A
Medical
Diagnostics
Coronary
E

Enterika

Queen Mary
Founded 2020

Creating a nutrient-based appetite-suppressing pill to treat obesity by harnessing the body's natural mechanisms to reduce appetite.

Biotechnology
Seed
Obesity
Appetite
Treatment
T

Tabletop R&D

Queen Mary
Founded 2021

Providing AI-powered playtesting solutions to design better board games faster, enhancing the development process for game designers.

Artificial Intelligence
Seed
Board Games
AI
Game Design
S

SequenceServer

Queen Mary
Founded 2018

Offering intuitive comparison and visualization of DNA and protein sequences to aid researchers in genomic studies.

Bioinformatics
Series A
DNA
Genomics
Visualization
A

AeroSolar

Queen Mary
Founded 2019

Manufacturing a new kind of solar cell made from perovskite, aiming to provide low-cost, high-efficiency solar power solutions.

Renewable Energy
Series A
Solar
Perovskite
Renewable
P

Pryfiber

Queen Mary
Founded 2020

Developing an AI algorithm for real-time image calibration during surgical or imaging procedures to improve accuracy and outcomes.

Medical Imaging
Seed
AI
Imaging
Surgery
N

Nemisindo

Queen Mary
Founded 2019

Generating unique sound effects in real-time using AI, catering to industries like gaming, film, and virtual reality.

Artificial Intelligence
Series A
Sound
AI
Gaming
R

RoEx

Queen Mary
Founded 2020

Utilizing AI to transform how musicians of all skill levels produce and record new music, making music creation more accessible.

Music Technology
Seed
Music
AI
Production
U

Ultima Forma

Queen Mary
Founded 2018

Extending the limits of product performance with advanced forming technology, producing lightweight, high-performance metal components.

Advanced Manufacturing
Series B
Manufacturing
Metal
Performance
V

VacV Biotherapeutics

Queen Mary
Founded 2017

An immunotherapy company developing viral-based therapies for cancer, aiming to provide innovative treatment options.

Biotechnology
Series B
Immunotherapy
Cancer
Viral
K

KAM Exchange

AUD
Founded 2019

A decentralized platform offering versatile cryptocurrency exchange solutions with credibility ensured through AML & KYC verification processes, fortified by smart contracts to protect against cyber attacks.

Financial Technology
Series A
Cryptocurrency
Exchange
Blockchain
A

A.R.M.

AUD
Founded 2020

Connects new and emerging startups with industry support, delivering tailored consultancy services to help startups achieve their optimal potential through freelance consultants.

Consultancy Services
Seed
Consultancy
Startups
Support
F

Food 2 Go

AUD
Founded 2021

A B2C startup aiming to minimize food wastage by redirecting surplus food to local consumers at low cost, working on IT & blockchain algorithm optimization, and partnering with restaurants.

Food Technology
Seed
Food Waste
Blockchain
Sustainability
S

Shadow Job

AUD
Founded 2020

An online platform enabling high school students to gain real-life work experience by connecting them with mentors in various industries, aiding in informed career path decisions.

Education Technology
Seed
Education
Career
Mentorship
P

Portreat Art Gallery

AUD
Founded 2019

Supports emerging artists from the UAE and Africa by providing an online gallery to exhibit their art and stories, organizing art fairs to attract collectors and art enthusiasts globally.

Art & Culture
Series A
Art
Gallery
UAE
M

My Pets Life

AUD
Founded 2020

A super app for pet parenting, offering a one-stop solution for all pet owner needs, enabling engagement with other pet parents, and building a community around pet care.

Pet Care
Seed
Pets
App
Community
V

Vernissage

AUD
Founded 2021

Creates a community for emerging digital artists, supporting them during their formative years as they develop their expressive voices on pressing contemporary issues.

Art & Culture
Seed
Digital Art
Community
Expression
S

Supermodule

AUD
Founded 2019

Supports various sectors in building blockchain networks to facilitate transparency in exchanges, aiming to be a cross-border blockchain service provider in Metaverse, Web3, NFTs, and Crypto.

Blockchain Technology
Series A
Blockchain
Metaverse
Web3
H

Happiness Redefined

AUD
Founded 2020

Supports People of Determination in producing handmade greeting cards, creating employment opportunities, especially for those needing to work from home.

Social Enterprise
Seed
Social Enterprise
Employment
Inclusion
C

Circle

AUD
Founded 2019

A 360° social dining and entertainment platform providing seamless, personalized, and immersive dining experiences through gamification and digital transformation.

Social Dining Platform
Series A
Dining
Entertainment
Social
C

Cert-Link

University of Sharjah
Founded 2021

Blockchain-based platform provides academic certificates issuance/verification solutions for Academia, Industry & Public sectors, using NFTs, AI & Cryptography

Blockchain Development
Seed
Blockchain
Certificates
Verification
D

Depression Biomarkers

University of Sharjah
Founded 2020

Diagnostic and Prognostic Non-Invasive Liquid Biopsy Biomarkers for Major Depressive Disorders

Medical Examination & Diagnostics
Seed
Depression
Biomarkers
Diagnostics
D

Deep Maps

University of Sharjah
Founded 2021

An innovative solution for smart navigation while traveling.

Tourism & Innovation
Pre-seed
Navigation
Travel
Smart
B

Bank of Memories

University of Sharjah
Founded 2022

Metaverse platform enables transforming physical assets into digital assets to be monetized in a marketplace in the Metaverse

Metaverse Development
Seed
Metaverse
Digital Assets
Marketplace
A

Asthma Biomarkers

University of Sharjah
Founded 2020

Diagnostic and Prognostic Liquid Biopsy Biomarkers for Asthma

Medical Treatment
Seed
Asthma
Biomarkers
Diagnostics
A

Atropine Tablets

University of Sharjah
Founded 2019

Novel Atropine Sulphate Sublingual Tablets for treatment of Acute Organophosphate Toxicity during chemical wars.

Medical Treatment
Series A
Atropine
Treatment
Chemical Wars
E

Endodontic Extraction Needle

University of Sharjah
Founded 2020

An innovative needle for extracting endodontic separated & broken instruments in the root canal.

Medical Treatment
Seed
Dental
Extraction
Instruments
H

Heating/Cooling IsoMat

University of Sharjah
Founded 2021

Project aims at decarbonizing the air conditioning process in the UAE using the innovative and validated IsoMat roof to run adsorption-based heat pumps to provide cool indoor air and water in the UAE climate.

General Industries
Seed
Air Conditioning
Decarbonizing
UAE
D

Desalination by Solar

University of Sharjah
Founded 2020

Using Solar Energy for Desalination of water

General Industries
Seed
Solar
Desalination
Water
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Taag

University Innovation
Founded 2022

Taag is an innovative startup focused on digital solutions.

Technology
Seed
Technology
Digital
Innovation

Highlights

  • Innovative digital solutions
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Opensquid

University Innovation
Founded 2021

Opensquid provides open-source solutions for developers.

Software
Seed
Software
Open Source
Developer Tools

Highlights

  • Open-source developer tools
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Goodmeetings

University Innovation
Founded 2020

Goodmeetings is revolutionizing how teams conduct virtual meetings.

SaaS
Series A
SaaS
Productivity
Remote Work

Highlights

  • Enhanced virtual meeting experience
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Wat

University Innovation
Founded 2019

Wat is developing innovative water management solutions.

CleanTech
Seed
CleanTech
Water Management
Sustainability

Highlights

  • Sustainable water management solutions
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Futurised

University Innovation
Founded 2021

Futurised is designing the future through innovative technology solutions.

Design & Technology
Seed
Design
Technology
Innovation

Highlights

  • Design-focused technology solutions
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EUR Inside

University Innovation
Founded 2018

EUR Inside provides news, services, and advertising solutions for the European market.

Media
Series A
Media
News
Advertising

Highlights

  • Comprehensive European market coverage