QUBIS Innovation Fund Overview
The QUBIS Innovation Fund is an early-stage, growth-targeted SEIS and/or EIS investment fund established to provide crucial funding for university spin-out companies, particularly those commercializing research from Queen's University Belfast and other partner universities. The fund aims to accelerate the growth of these spin-outs by offering investments ranging from £50,000 to £150,000, focusing on companies with novel technology and sound business models, ideally having graduated from enterprise programs like the Lean Launch Programme and ICURe. Additionally, the fund provides mentorship to help companies transition from research to commercial success efficiently.
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QUBIS Innovation Fund
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Product type
- Software
- Hardware
- Software-enabled hardware
- Materials
- Drugs / Pharma
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
First ticket size
£50,000 - £150,000
How to approach funds like QUBIS Innovation Fund
When approaching the QUBIS Innovation Fund, founders should highlight the commercial traction and validation achieved post-university incubation, especially if leveraging research from Queen's University Belfast or similar institutions. Emphasize how your technology addresses a clear market need and demonstrate a credible path to scalable growth, as the fund values evidence of market fit and readiness for early-stage investment. Articulate how mentorship and funding from QUBIS will accelerate your transition from academic innovation to commercial execution, showcasing a team capable of navigating this shift.
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