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UBC Catalyst Venture Fund

UBC

vc$28.2MCo-invests

Fund Size

$28.2M

Location

Canada

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Investment Thesis

Invests in businesses created from licensed UBC research discoveries and other eligible companies established by UBC faculty, staff, students and recent alumni to boost economic development and jobs in B.C.

About UBC

UBC Catalyst Ventures Fund is a university-affiliated venture fund created by UBC and InBC to commercialize UBC research and support spinouts from licensed UBC discoveries. It initially prioritizes **life sciences** and **deep tech**, with a focus on helping UBC-affiliated founders scale in British Columbia.[1][4][5]

Sectors

AI InfrastructureBiotechDrug DiscoveryQuantum Computing

Stages

seed

Geography Focus

British ColumbiaCanada

Traits

Co-invests

FAQ

What does UBC Catalyst Venture Fund invest in?

UBC Catalyst Venture Fund invests in AI Infrastructure, Biotech, Drug Discovery and Quantum Computing at the seed stage.

Which geographies does UBC Catalyst Venture Fund focus on?

UBC Catalyst Venture Fund focuses on British Columbia and Canada, and is headquartered in Canada.