Tanarra Capital | Tin Alley Ventures

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◆ Fund Size

$3B

◆ Check Size

$0.3M→$3.5M

◆ Location

Australia

◆ Portfolio

14 companies

◆ Activity

Statusactively investing

◆ Links

Website ↗

◆ Investment Thesis

Focuses on commercialising university research and buying up start-ups emerging from universities, specifically linked with the University of Melbourne.

◆ About Tanarra Capital

Tin Alley Ventures is a A$125 million university-dedicated venture capital fund investing in exceptional startups affiliated with the University of Melbourne, including those founded by researchers, students, and alumni. It primarily focuses on biotech, life sciences, physical sciences, deep tech, hardware, software, and climate tech innovations with high venture return potential. The fund provides investments from seed to pre-IPO stages, along with expertise, networks, and support from its team of investors, Founders-in-Residence, and operators.

◆ Sectors

Data & AnalyticsBiotechMedtechDigital Health

◆ Stages

seed

◆ Geography Focus

Australia

◆ Team

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◆ Notable Investments

LandcheckerHiSeisSouthern InnovationSmileyscopeKirmadaPexipOxford PVGenomics2XUINX SoftwareG8 EducationGoZero Group HoldingsAugust RoboticsOXECOAnimal DynamicsUltromicsFractionGeotechSkybridge

◆ Traits

Leads rounds

Co-invests

◆ FAQ

What does Tin Alley Ventures invest in?

Tin Alley Ventures invests in Data & Analytics, Biotech, Medtech and Digital Health at the seed stage.

Which geographies does Tin Alley Ventures focus on?

Tin Alley Ventures focuses on Australia, and is headquartered in Australia.

What is Tin Alley Ventures's typical check size?

Tin Alley Ventures typically writes checks of $0.3M to $3.5M.