University2Ventures (U2V)
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Cambridge, United States
Countries of investment
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Switzerland
- Denmark
- Italy
- Europe
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
- SaaS
- Healthcare
- Artificial Intelligence
- Biotech
About
University2Ventures (U2V) is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies originating from university research and academic institutions. They provide funding and support to startups with innovative technologies and strong intellectual property, helping them to commercialize their research and build successful businesses. U2V leverages its network within the academic community to identify promising investment opportunities and provide valuable resources to its portfolio companies.
University2Ventures (U2V) is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies originating from university research and academic institutions. They provide funding and support to startups with innovative technologies and strong intellectual property, helping them to commercialize their research and build successful businesses. U2V leverages its network within the academic community to identify promising investment opportunities and provide valuable resources to its portfolio companies.
Investment Thesis
U2V focuses on investing in startups emerging from universities, research labs, and academic institutions. They look for companies with strong intellectual property, innovative technologies, and the potential for significant impact in their respective fields. They prioritize companies with a clear path to commercialization and a strong founding team with ties to the academic community.
Manager's Experience
Operated by academics, startup advisors, and innovation-focused investors with strong experience commercializing university research and supporting first-time founders.
Team
Oren Zeev - Founding Partner
Boaz Dror - Partner
Megan Baum - Principal
Itay Rand - Principal
Liat Sverdlov - Principal
Yael Haramati - Associate
Jonathan Benhamou - Venture Partner
Jonathan Abel - Venture Partner
Portfolio
Quantum Diamonds
Greenlyte
Ncodin
Certivity
Twaice
MPOWER Financing
Yellowbrick.co
Credly
GiveCampus
Galvanize
Medical Sales College
Arch Advisory Group
Mainstay