Positron Ventures Overview
Positron Ventures is a €75 million (pre-)seed fund dedicated to supporting European science startups that tackle the world's biggest challenges. The firm engages with scientist-entrepreneurs from day one, often being the first believers and investors. They offer support across all aspects of building a company, with initial investments ranging from €250,000 to €3 million, and a maximum exposure of €8 million per portfolio company. Positron Ventures specializes in identifying and unlocking the value of science startups, particularly those emerging from universities and semi-public R&D centers, focusing on breakthroughs in energy generation, storage, production efficiency, and healthcare.
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Positron Ventures
Investment focus
Invest in
- Baltics
- Nordics
- Western Europe
- Southern Europe
- Central Eastern Europe
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
First ticket size
€250,000 - €3,000,000
Contact information
Co-Founder & CEO
Jonathan Bean
Visiting professor @ Imperial College London | Machine Learning Scientist
Anastasia Borovykh
MSc in Biotechnology
Alessia Cambria
Scout
Chiara Facciotto
Technology Scout
James Hill
How to approach funds like Positron Ventures
When reaching out to Positron Ventures, founders should highlight the scientific rigor and real-world impact of their technology, especially if it originates from academic or R&D environments. Demonstrate a clear path from research to commercialization, and articulate how your solution addresses a fundamental global challenge. Emphasize your team's technical depth and your vision for scaling scientific innovation into a viable business, as Positron values founders who can bridge the gap between lab and market.
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