Innovate UK is a non-departmental public body established in 2007 and based in Swindon, United Kingdom. Funded by a government grant, it supports innovation in science and technology by providing funding services to businesses across various sectors and regions. The organization aims to drive productivity and economic growth by facilitating advancements that contribute to the UK’s economic landscape. In addition to funding, Innovate UK offers a range of services and information related to business and economic development, thereby fostering a supportive environment for innovation.
Programme Director of Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund
Will Drury
Executive Director, Digital and Technologies
Paul Gadd
Deputy Director
Dr. Tom Jenkins
Deputy Director
Scott James O'Brien
Director, Innovation Finance
Nigel Walker
Deputy Director, Lending and Investor Partnerships
Dave Wilkes
Director of Innovation Ecosystem
Past deals in Technology
TreQ
Grant in 2025
TreQ is a manufacturing company specializing in the production of custom-built quantum computing clusters. These advanced systems are designed to tackle complex computational problems that are currently beyond the capabilities of classical computers. By harnessing the power of quantum mechanics, TreQ's computers can perform a single calculation that would be impractical or impossible for traditional computers, offering potential solutions to intractable problems. This technology has the potential to revolutionize industries by enabling businesses and institutions to optimize asset allocation, minimize risk, and make data-driven decisions more effectively.
MediaCity Immersive Technologies Innovation Hub
Grant in 2025
MediaCity Immersive Technologies is a unique setting with the highest amount of creative, media, mix technology enterprises outside of London.
Electric Sheep
Grant in 2025
Electric Sheep is dedicated to accelerating the Visual Effects (VFX) industry with cutting-edge AI technology. With a focus on speed, security, and scale, we are streamlining Film/TV workflows. The first step on our journey is rotoscoping. After years of camera to post experience for Netflix, Amazon and Disney among others, we saw an opportunity to take the challenges faced in VFX and leverage emerging AI technology to solve them. Thus Electric Sheep was born. Our mission is to allow artists to get back to what they do best - telling stories through creative, stunning and impactful visual effects.
SmartKem
Grant in 2024
SmartKem Limited is a Manchester-based company that develops and markets organic semiconductors for various display technologies, including liquid crystal and organic light-emitting diode displays. Established in 2008, the company specializes in the design, development, industrialization, and technology transfer of low-temperature, solution-deposited organic semiconductors for use in transistor backplanes. SmartKem's patented TRUFLEX inks enable the production of organic thin-film transistor circuits on low-cost substrates, facilitating applications in mini-LED displays, AMOLED displays, fingerprint sensors, and logic circuits. The company generates revenue through the sale of these inks and demonstration products, contributing to the advancement of a new generation of displays and sensors.
MediMusic
Grant in 2024
MediMusic is a health technology company that focuses on developing a medical technology platform aimed at alleviating pain, anxiety, and stress through the power of music. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to generate personalized playlists tailored to individual patient needs. By using soothing music, MediMusic's solution aims to lower heart rates and stimulate the vagus nerve, promoting a positive physiological response. This innovative approach not only helps in managing stress and anxiety but also enhances the effectiveness of pain medication, offering a holistic treatment option for patients dealing with various health challenges, including dementia and anxiety-related disorders.
GScan
Grant in 2024
GScan is at the forefront of transforming inspection technology by utilizing muon-based scanning, which leverages natural cosmic radiation to safely and accurately analyze chemical compositions of various materials. Its flagship product, MuonFLUX, enables in-depth scanning of reinforced concrete, offering crucial insights that can prevent the collapse of vulnerable infrastructure such as bridges and buildings. The technology not only enhances the lifespan of existing structures without increasing risk but also significantly reduces maintenance costs by pinpointing critical repair areas. Additionally, GScan's solution contributes to the decarbonization of the concrete and cement industry, which is a major contributor to global CO2 emissions. In 2023, the company successfully executed its first commercial projects, generating revenue of €1.5 million. GScan's innovative approach has wide-ranging implications across various sectors, including public safety, industrial applications, and space exploration.
Tewke
Grant in 2024
Tewke, established in 2020 in London, specializes in developing AI-driven home automation technology to reduce energy consumption and enhance living experiences. The company's flagship product, Tap, is an intelligent light switch that requires no rewiring, serving as the foundation for Tewke's energy control and home automation platform. Tap has been recognized internationally, including winning the Red Dot Design Award.
mannyAI
Grant in 2024
MannyAI is a fashion technology startup that operates an artificial intelligence-powered sourcing network designed for fashion brands and factories. The company's platform enables small batch production by aggregating similar orders, which allows factories to optimize their operations and improve production efficiency. MannyAI offers features such as instant pricing and streamlined order management, helping fashion brands minimize inventory risks while enhancing their overall supply chain processes. Through its innovative approach, MannyAI aims to bridge the gap between fashion brands and manufacturers, fostering a more agile and responsive production environment in the industry.
Reneural Technologies
Grant in 2024
The goal of Reneural is to use technology to revolutionize healthcare delivery by increasing its effectiveness, efficiency, and accessibility for both patients and physicians.
Near-Life
Grant in 2024
Near-Life specializes in immersive learning content, focusing on the integration of interactive video and gaming technology for training purposes. The company has developed an online learning platform that employs a gaming approach to enhance eLearning experiences. By combining video scenarios with role-play elements, Near-Life provides users with an engaging and intuitive training method. This innovative approach allows learners to actively participate in their education, making the training process more effective and enjoyable. As pioneers in the field, Near-Life continues to advance the intersection of technology, learning, and media.
Siloton
Grant in 2024
Siloton is a medical device manufacturer focused on creating diagnostic imaging devices for ophthalmology. The company specializes in developing advanced portable optical coherence tomography devices designed to address challenges in eye care. Their hand-held sub-surface imaging technology allows for home-based scanning, providing users with the ability to monitor their eye health and contribute to the prevention of avoidable blindness.
Monumo
Grant in 2024
Monumo is a deeptech engineering company specializing in the development of advanced electric motors. By integrating simulation, machine learning, and artificial intelligence with innovative motor design, Monumo aims to create next-generation electric vehicle motor systems that exceed traditional human capabilities. The company focuses on enhancing the efficiency of energy use globally through its cutting-edge electromagnetic engineering tools. These tools are designed to optimize electric motors to their fundamental limits, leveraging a blend of advanced electronic and mechanical engineering expertise alongside the latest technological advancements. Monumo's efforts contribute to the establishment of a more sustainable future.
Definely
Grant in 2024
Definely is a legal tech company that offers a suite of tools designed to enhance the drafting, reviewing, and understanding of legal documents. Its primary product is a Microsoft Word Plugin that allows users to work seamlessly within their documents, providing instant definitions and enabling immediate editing without navigating away from the relevant sections. This functionality helps legal professionals save time and reduces inefficiencies in the pre-execution stages of the contract lifecycle. By offering a subscription-based service, Definely supports lawyers in optimizing their workflow and improving productivity in contract management.
Vector Photonics
Grant in 2024
Vector Photonics is a spin-out company from the University of Glasgow, located in Glasgow, Scotland, a notable center for optical and photonics innovation. The company specializes in developing advanced semiconductor laser technology aimed at enhancing data communications and additive manufacturing processes, including metal and plastic printing. Its innovative approach centers on photonic crystal surface-emitting lasers, which are cost-effective and emit light from their top surface, similar to vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). This design facilitates easy packaging and integration into printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic assemblies, allowing various industries to seamlessly adopt this semiconductor laser technology into their operations.
Nuclera
Grant in 2024
Nuclera is a biotechnology company specializing in an automated protein prototyping system aimed at enhancing drug discovery processes. Its eProtein Discovery system enables researchers to rapidly produce and test high-quality, soluble, and active proteins, significantly accelerating protein projects. By integrating technology such as cell-free protein synthesis and digital microfluidics, Nuclera provides a high-throughput platform for automated protein access. This innovative approach allows scientists to obtain reliable proteins within a short timeframe, facilitating faster progress in their research and contributing to more efficient drug development efforts.
Krellian
Grant in 2024
Krellian's unified smart building platform, which is based on open standards, may help make your property smarter, safer, and more environmentally friendly.
KYMIRA
Grant in 2024
KYMIRA is an e-commerce company specializing in smart garments and textiles designed to enhance athletic performance and overall well-being. The company develops innovative products that utilize compression fabric combined with infrared and sensor technology. These garments harness and recycle the energy generated by athletes, aiming to improve performance, address chronic health issues, reduce injury risks, and enhance sleep quality. Additionally, KYMIRA's products provide valuable data insights for both men and women, enabling sports enthusiasts to optimize their training and recovery processes.
Stratiphy
Grant in 2024
Stratiphy is an investment application that leverages Robo-advisory technology to assist the next generation of investors in making informed investment decisions aligned with their values and sustainability objectives. The platform offers personalized investment strategies by analyzing historical performance and comparing various scenarios and investment options through advanced analytics. By integrating sustainability and ESG data, Stratiphy simplifies the process of tracking sustainable investments, allowing users to invest in a manner that reflects their ethical and environmental priorities while also aiming to make a meaningful impact.
Nami Surgical
Grant in 2024
Nami Surgical specializes in developing and providing advanced robotic surgery technology. Their core offering is ultrasonic surgical tools designed to enhance the current robotic-assisted surgery market. By simplifying and making procedures safer, they expand the use of robots in surgeries requiring ultrasonic devices, thereby improving clinical outcomes and patient care. Their solutions provide surgeons with intuitive, high-performance, and maneuverable instruments for complex surgical tasks.
MedicSen
Grant in 2024
Medicsen is a start-up focused on healthcare innovation, primarily through the development of advanced technology solutions. A notable project is GlycSen, a needle-free drug delivery device aimed at providing a painless treatment option for individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes. This device integrates data from continuous glucose meters and user-inputted information, utilizing a learning algorithm to facilitate real-time monitoring. It features a chatbot interface that allows patients to easily track their condition, enhancing their ability to manage diabetes effectively. Through these innovations, Medicsen aims to improve the quality of life for those living with chronic diseases.
SleepCogni
Grant in 2024
SleepCogni is focused on developing innovative sleep aid technology that facilitates a personalized wind-down process to enhance sleep quality. The company's device, activated manually, utilizes sensors worn on the user's index finger to monitor key physiological and behavioral indicators, including heart rate, mental alertness, skin temperature, and movement. By employing cognitive behavioral therapy through biofeedback—delivered via visual, auditory, and tactile cues—SleepCogni aims to help users relearn healthy sleep patterns. This approach is designed to assist individuals in overcoming insomnia and improving their overall sleep cycle, offering a tailored solution to address common sleep challenges.
NuKoKo
Grant in 2024
NuKoKo is a bean-to-bar manufacturing company specializing in cocoa-free chocolate. By utilizing ingredients sourced from the UK, the company has developed a patent-pending technology that allows for the production of a novel type of chocolate. This innovative product is designed to be healthier and has a significantly reduced environmental impact compared to traditional chocolate production methods. NuKoKo's offerings are characterized by low carbon emissions, low sugar content, and high protein, catering to consumers seeking sustainable and nutritious alternatives in the chocolate market.
IVY TECH
Grant in 2024
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.
IVY TECH
Grant in 2024
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.
Optrical
Grant in 2024
Optrical Limited, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Rotherham, United Kingdom, specializes in the development and manufacturing of micro-optic elements. The company focuses on producing advanced micro-optic film products, primarily for LED and OLED lighting applications, as well as for optical anti-counterfeiting and traceability solutions. Their flagship products include Illumax, which enhances light extraction and management in lighting systems, and Authntrace, designed to provide authentication and traceability features. Optrical utilizes innovative designs and custom UV materials to create printed microstructures that effectively manipulate light, catering to various client needs in the optical sector.
FAC Technology
Grant in 2024
FAC Technology built state-of-the-art research and development capabilities, cultivated collaborative contacts, and assembled a highly experienced staff of scientists and engineers.
Legal Utopia
Grant in 2024
Legal Utopia is an innovative company dedicated to making legal services more accessible, affordable, and instantaneous for individuals across the UK. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Legal Utopia provides a platform that empowers users to identify their legal issues, comprehend them, and explore available options. The company's mission is to democratize access to legal information, ensuring that people from all backgrounds and circumstances can understand and address their common legal problems as needed. With a focus on user-friendly technology, Legal Utopia aims to transform the way individuals engage with the law, making the legal process simpler and fairer for everyone.
Cellcraft
Grant in 2023
Cellcraft is a cultivated meat start-up based in Cambridge, focused on providing a scalable manufacturing platform for cultivated meat production. The company offers a comprehensive system that includes raw materials, hardware, software, and bioprocesses, enabling food producers to create their own cultivated meats on a commercial scale. This approach allows for customization to meet local tastes and specifications while addressing significant challenges related to food security and sustainability. By empowering producers to manufacture cultivated meats locally, Cellcraft aims to democratize access to sustainable food options and contribute to solutions for global sustainability and health issues.
Crover
Grant in 2023
Crover is focused on the commercialization of innovative technology that enables locomotion in bulk solids, such as grains and powders. The company has developed a small robotic device capable of navigating through stored cereal grains in silos or sheds. This device continuously monitors the condition of the grains, providing grain storage operators with critical information to identify potential issues and maintain the quality of their stock. By ensuring that no grain is left unchecked, Crover's technology enhances the overall health and safety practices within grain storage operations.
Archipelago Technology
Grant in 2023
Archipelago Technology is a consulting firm specializing in technological solutions for various industries, including printing, manufacturing, medicine, energy, and instrumentation. The company focuses on accurate measurement and management, providing innovative solutions that support business growth. Archipelago has developed advanced coatings technology capable of operating at high speeds and effectively handling challenging materials, including high-viscosity adhesives. This technology enables clients to apply high-quality, water-based coatings with minimal waste, thereby improving operational efficiency and sustainability.
ZiO Health
Grant in 2023
ZiO Health is a biotechnology company that focuses on transforming laboratory testing through its proprietary pocket-sized technology, which allows for point-of-care diagnostics. By combining advanced biosensor technology with machine learning algorithms, ZiO Health provides real-time testing results tailored to each patient's unique profile. This innovative approach enables users to measure, test, and detect the molecular composition of various substances, facilitating personalized health insights. The company's devices aim to optimize health management and enhance patient outcomes, allowing individuals to conduct quality home diagnostics and take proactive steps in preventing illness.
Damibu
Grant in 2023
Damibu Ltd is a technology company specialising in innovative digital solutions, particularly for healthcare and public sector organisations. They focus on creating platforms that simplify content management and distribution, enhancing communication efficiency. Notably, their product Damibu Feeds aids NHS groups in the UK by automating content sharing among GP surgeries, saving time and resources. Their approach emphasises user-friendly designs and interoperability, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Damibu's commitment to improving digital health communication is evident in their solutions, which aim to streamline processes, ensure content accuracy, and enhance patient engagement through reliable and accessible information dissemination.
Kalium Health
Grant in 2023
Kalium Health Ltd is a company focused on improving kidney care through innovative medical technology. Based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, it designs and manufactures a finger-prick blood test specifically for measuring blood potassium concentration. This test aims to facilitate early treatment for patients, reducing the complications and costs associated with traditional testing methods. By leveraging advanced electrolyte sensing technology, Kalium Health provides patients with accurate, real-time data essential for managing cardiorenal diseases. The company’s first product addresses a significant risk in kidney disease, a condition that imposes substantial financial burdens on healthcare systems. With a clear regulatory pathway and a targeted market strategy, Kalium Health is poised to transform patient care and enhance outcomes for millions affected by kidney disease.
Infleqtion
Grant in 2023
Infleqtion, with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, specializes in delivering advanced quantum information solutions tailored to meet critical market needs. Building on 17 years of pioneering research from ColdQuanta, the company develops software-configured, quantum-enabled products that enhance precision and processing power for applications in positioning, navigation, timing, global communication security, and efficiency. Infleqtion's technology serves various sectors, including commercial enterprises and governmental organizations, by providing high-value information streams that facilitate innovation in quantum matter. Its offerings encompass hardware products and AI-powered solutions aimed at advancing resilience in energy distribution and accelerating developments in quantum computing.
Mymanu
Grant in 2023
Mymanu is a pioneering manufacturer of consumer audio electronics and software, specializing in innovative, language-translation enabled devices. Their product range includes translation earbuds, conference speakers, magnetic charging cables, and flat speakers, facilitating real-time translation in multiple languages. This empowers travelers, businesses, and humanitarian organizations to connect and communicate effectively across linguistic barriers.
mannyAI
Grant in 2023
MannyAI is a fashion technology startup that operates an artificial intelligence-powered sourcing network designed for fashion brands and factories. The company's platform enables small batch production by aggregating similar orders, which allows factories to optimize their operations and improve production efficiency. MannyAI offers features such as instant pricing and streamlined order management, helping fashion brands minimize inventory risks while enhancing their overall supply chain processes. Through its innovative approach, MannyAI aims to bridge the gap between fashion brands and manufacturers, fostering a more agile and responsive production environment in the industry.
Mumbli
Grant in 2023
Mumbli is a company focused on enhancing hearing experiences through innovative technology. It develops a hearing wellness platform that integrates wireless sound sensors to make venues more accessible for individuals who are hard of hearing or sensitive to noise. Mumbli's IoT system continuously monitors and reports on sound performance in real-time, allowing venue operators to maintain optimal sound levels. This platform not only certifies venues based on quality of conversation and healthy noise levels but also provides valuable data to support decision-making and address customer concerns. By improving the auditory environment, Mumbli aims to foster inclusivity and enhance the overall experience in various settings.
Beat Blocks
Grant in 2023
Beat Blocks is a potent interactive flooring system with several senses. Beat Blocks. delivers a genuinely synergetic immersive sensory experience by converting any sound source into felt vibration.
Birmingham Open Media
Grant in 2023
BOM is a creative technology organization that creates socially relevant immersive experiences and digital skills training.
Phoenix Instinct
Grant in 2023
Phoenix Instinct is committed to developing unique, life-improving independence products.
CalmBrain
Grant in 2023
CalmBrain is a digital platform that provides psychological intervention for schools to assist students in managing their mental health, including anxiety, stress, and trauma.
Equality Group
Grant in 2023
Equality Group is a consulting organization based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2018. It specializes in diversifying businesses within the finance, technology, and social impact sectors. The firm offers a range of services, including executive search, strategic consultancy, and inclusion education. Additionally, it has developed Honordex, a data platform that benchmarks and ranks companies based on their equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) performance. Through its comprehensive approach, Equality Group aims to foster inclusive environments and enhance organizational effectiveness.
Wowment
Grant in 2023
Wowment is a digital platform and app that connects mentors and beneficiaries by utilizing cutting-edge AI and machine learning technology.
InnovateHer
Grant in 2023
InnovateHer aims to make a significant impact on gender inequality in technology. Offers virtual courses and an e-Learning site to join for the student community. It equips girls aged 13-16 with the self-belief and skills to pursue a career in technology through educational programs. It was established in 2017 and is based in Liverpool, Merseyside.
Vision 3
Grant in 2023
Vision 3 is an award-winning production firm dedicated to telling interesting and original stories via the use of modern technology.
i2 media research
Grant in 2023
i2 media research limited is a small interdisciplinary team of experts in how humans and technology can work together – for the benefit of consumers and business. We're the expert consumer insight and user experience research and strategy consultancy based at Goldsmiths University of London, delivering rigorous research and innovation to business. Founded in 2002 as a spin off from Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, we are now in our 16th successful year of business. Fully self-funded through commissioned projects and through collaborative research and development projects, i2 media has successfully completed more than 200 commissions, focused on both sides of (and across) the digital divide: from late adopters, to people with very specific access and usability needs, to the earliest adopters of the latest technology and service innovations.
PixelMill
Grant in 2023
PixelMill is a creative technology & visualisation studio, based in the heart of Manchester.
Tycho Medlink
Grant in 2023
Tycho Medlink is to help people achieve new levels of rehabilitation through digital therapy.
Rescape Innovation
Grant in 2023
Rescape Innovation Limited, based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, specializes in the design and manufacture of healthcare equipment focused on enhancing patient experiences. Incorporated in 2017, the company is at the forefront of using virtual reality technology to address various healthcare challenges, including pain management, anxiety reduction, and communication support. Through its innovative virtual reality distraction therapy, Rescape Innovation aims to improve patient outcomes and overall well-being in clinical settings.
Elucidare
Grant in 2023
Elucidare is a boutique technology development and investment advisory business.
University of Plymouth
Grant in 2023
University of Plymouth is a world-leading modern, contemporary university and have fostered a dynamic and agile culture where great decisions are made at all levels each day. They have exceptional levels of student satisfaction, undertake world-class research with impact and their enterprising approach along with a commitment to raising aspirations and innovation is making a real and sustainable difference to their students, staff, partners and society on a global stage.
Lindus Health
Grant in 2023
Lindus Health is a clinical research organization focused on delivering comprehensive clinical trial services for health and biotech companies. The company offers a range of solutions, including ethics and IRB submission, trial monitoring, data management, biostatistics, regulatory support, and payer affairs. By utilizing a proprietary software platform, Lindus Health automates various aspects of the clinical trial workflow, which streamlines operations and minimizes manual inefficiencies. This platform also facilitates access to electronic health records, enhancing patient recruitment and clinical data capture. Furthermore, Lindus Health leverages real-world patient data to improve trial design and execution, ultimately aiming to accelerate the clinical trial process while reducing risks and costs associated with trial failures.
RoboK
Grant in 2023
RoboK is a computer vision startup based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2017. The company specializes in designing and developing simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) algorithms and advanced 3D sensing technologies tailored for automotive and industrial applications, including autonomous driving and machine automation. RoboK focuses on enhancing safety and performance in industrial workplaces through innovative, privacy-preserving technology that optimizes the capabilities of existing CCTV systems. By transforming visual data from large-scale transport and logistics infrastructures into actionable insights, RoboK collaborates with major operators in critical sectors to deliver enhanced object detection, classification, and tracking. The company aims to maximize the value of visual data, turning passive surveillance systems into proactive tools for efficiency and safety.
IVY TECH
Grant in 2023
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.
Intrinsic Semiconductor Technologies
Grant in 2023
Intrinsic Semiconductor Technologies focuses on developing silicon-oxide-based resistive random-access memory (RRAM) technologies. The company specializes in creating memristive devices that serve as next-generation non-volatile memory solutions. Their technology is fully air stable and compatible with complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) processes, allowing for integration into standard devices even at advanced process nodes. This capability enables the production of low-power, cost-effective semiconductors that can operate under higher power ratings, including elevated frequencies and temperatures. Intrinsic's offerings can be configured for various applications, such as multilevel memory, hardware acceleration for machine learning, and neuromorphic computing, positioning the company at the forefront of innovation in the semiconductor industry.
spacebands
Grant in 2023
Spacebands develops software and wearable technology focused on enhancing workplace safety. The company's primary product is a wearable watch that monitors social distancing and decibel levels. This device alerts users through beeping and vibrating when they are too close to another individual wearing the same technology. By providing an affordable and effective solution for social distancing and contact tracing, Spacebands aims to create safer environments in various professional settings.
Lumai
Grant in 2023
Lumai specializes in the development of fully optical computing systems, integrating photonics and machine learning to create faster and more energy-efficient computing solutions. By leveraging optical technologies, Lumai aims to provide significant advantages over traditional electronic systems, including reduced energy consumption and enhanced processing speeds. The company's innovations are designed to support the advancement of next-generation artificial intelligence, enabling consumers and businesses to benefit from quicker and more sustainable computing capabilities.
KYMIRA
Grant in 2023
KYMIRA is an e-commerce company specializing in smart garments and textiles designed to enhance athletic performance and overall well-being. The company develops innovative products that utilize compression fabric combined with infrared and sensor technology. These garments harness and recycle the energy generated by athletes, aiming to improve performance, address chronic health issues, reduce injury risks, and enhance sleep quality. Additionally, KYMIRA's products provide valuable data insights for both men and women, enabling sports enthusiasts to optimize their training and recovery processes.
Healthera
Debt Financing in 2022
Healthera Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, specializes in developing digital health solutions. Its flagship product, Healthera, is a pharmacy-integrated medication management app that offers automatic prescription reminders, smart labelling, scheduling, health condition tracking, and professional advice from pharmacists. Additionally, Healthera operates a healthcare marketplace that connects patients with local pharmacies and GPs, enabling faster medicine delivery and personalized care. The company partners with over 1000 pharmacies and Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) across the UK, reaching over 20 million people. Its technology is accredited by NHS Digital and aims to improve prescribing efficiency, patient experience, and reduce wastage within the NHS.
Integrals Power
Grant in 2022
Integrals Power Limited is a battery technology company focused on advancing the research, development, and commercialization of innovative battery materials. The firm specializes in the creation of high-performance, cost-effective, and scalable battery cathode materials, notably Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) for lithium-ion batteries. With a team of entrepreneurs, scientists, and engineers, Integrals Power has conducted thorough market validation to ensure the commercial viability of its cutting-edge materials. The company also offers battery material and test engineering systems that identify potential errors early in the development process, thereby reducing costs and facilitating progress in battery technology. Through its efforts, Integrals Power aims to support the transition to zero-carbon energy applications and address the technical challenges faced by industries in the renewable energy sector.
Concept Dairy
Grant in 2022
Concept Dairy is the developer of a platform providing dairy pricing solutions. They offer trading and price risk management in oil, gas, and electricity, and they created a technology platform to help every part of the dairy supply chain.They provide real-time pricing, dairy price risk management software and solutions, risk and opportunity analysis, and sustainable farming initiatives. I
iEthico
Grant in 2022
iEthico is a company focused on resolving drug supply and shortage issues through a digital supply chain platform. This platform streamlines the sourcing of medicines by providing automated, cloud-based services that track data and generate essential insights. It alerts users to potential shortages and connects pharmacists with reliable suppliers, thereby empowering them to manage their inventory effectively. The service features an MHRA-approved automated regulatory process that minimizes paperwork, saving time for pharmacies. Following successful market testing, iEthico's solution is currently being rolled out to community pharmacies and NHS Trusts across the UK, aiming to enhance the efficiency of medicine distribution and reduce costs for healthcare providers.
LiberEat
Grant in 2022
Libereat is a technology company specializing in allergen detection software aimed at enhancing food safety for businesses. Its machine learning software identifies dangerous errors in food data that traditional safety processes often overlook. By analyzing food labeling, packaging, supplier information, ingredient lists, and supply chain data, Libereat enables large brands to automatically detect and address potential issues before products reach consumers. This proactive approach helps prevent harm to consumers while mitigating significant costs, regulatory challenges, and reputational damage for food businesses.
EVware
Pre Seed Round in 2022
EVware is a digital platform focused on enhancing mobility solutions by providing modern digital interfaces and connected services for various types of vehicles. The company specializes in human-machine interface (HMI) and connected vehicle technology, enabling original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to analyze data from mobility products effectively. By streamlining the integration process, EVware allows OEMs to bring sustainable transport solutions to market more efficiently and at a significantly lower cost compared to traditional methods. This approach not only accelerates the development timeline for new mobility products but also supports the growing demand for innovative transportation options.
ProtonDx
Grant in 2022
ProtonDx is a diagnostic platform that specializes in molecular testing services, focusing on the rapid and precise detection of multiple pathogens from samples. The company develops point-of-care diagnostic test devices aimed at assisting healthcare professionals in diagnosing infectious diseases. Utilizing innovative microchip technology, ProtonDx integrates molecular biology with machine learning, allowing for swift deployment in clinical settings. This enables healthcare organizations to efficiently manage infected patients and monitor pandemic situations in real-time. ProtonDx emphasizes speed, sensitivity, specificity, and convenience in its offerings, positioning itself as a vital resource for frontline healthcare staff.
Anglia Ruskin University
Grant in 2022
Anglia Ruskin University, located in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, has a rich history of 159 years dedicated to transforming lives through innovative and inclusive education and research. The university serves a diverse student body from over 185 countries, fostering an empowering educational experience that encourages students from various academic and societal backgrounds. Anglia Ruskin University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, along with distance learning, professional, and short courses. It also manages an endowment fund that supports scholarships, professorships, and research initiatives, enhancing academic and public service programs. The institution is committed to inclusivity and diversity, recognized as a Disability Confident Employer and a Stonewall Diversity Champion, reflecting its dedication to creating a welcoming community that enriches the educational environment.
Transdermal Diagnostics
Grant in 2022
Transdermal Diagnostics is a technology company focused on enhancing the prevention, diagnosis, and management of chronic conditions, particularly diabetes. The firm has developed a wearable technology platform that facilitates needle-free and continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels. This is achieved through the use of affordable disposable patches, which provide users with valuable biological insights. By enabling individuals with diabetes and prediabetes to monitor their condition more effectively, Transdermal Diagnostics aims to empower users to make informed decisions that contribute to healthier lifestyles.
Dyman Advanced Materials
Seed Round in 2022
Dyman Advanced Materials specializes in the development of a patented technology aimed at enhancing the manufacturing process of synthetic diamonds. This innovative approach seeks to improve the efficiency of the traditional high-pressure and high-temperature method used in diamond synthesis, resulting in reduced production costs. By providing a more economical production method, Dyman's technology serves both the industrial and gemstone market sectors, facilitating the broader availability of high-quality synthetic diamonds.
PhysioMedics
Grant in 2022
PhysioMedics is a healthcare technology company focused on enhancing the management of musculoskeletal disorders through its online software solutions. The company has developed a self-assessment platform that offers data analytics, personalized self-help advice, and information to connect back pain sufferers with appropriate treatment pathways. This approach enables patients to take an active role in their healthcare, leading to improved outcomes. Additionally, PhysioMedics' platform assists organizations in reducing costs associated with absenteeism and enhances overall efficiency in managing musculoskeletal conditions.
Interactive Opportunities
Grant in 2022
Interactive Opportunities is a platform that provides online education to excite and motivate students. to combine teachers, talent, and technology in order to address pressing issues, create fresh learning opportunities, and ultimately improve student performance. works in the verticals of education and training, but its knowledge and technologies are increasingly being used in other fields, including broadcast and sports coaching. has aided in the development of numerous firsts, the majority of which have been successful but some of which have resulted in dead ends. This is all a result of pedagogy evolving and learning from mistakes.
Earth Rover
Grant in 2022
Earth Rover Limited is a company based in Newport, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing robotic agriculture systems aimed at enhancing farming practices. Founded in 2017, the company creates autonomous farming robots designed to improve precision farming through applications such as scouting, weeding, and selective harvesting. These robots utilize technology originally developed for the ExoMars Rover, modified to support precision tools and to work in conjunction with an intelligent data platform. This innovative approach enables farmers to transition from traditional farming methods to more autonomous and efficient agricultural practices, promoting the production of fresh and chemical-free products.
Paranimo
Venture Round in 2022
Paranimo is focused on enhancing workplace mental health by providing accessible and effective support solutions. The company employs advanced matching intelligence within its software-as-a-service (SaaS) and consulting offerings, aimed at helping HR managers improve employee well-being. By connecting clients with therapists across the United Kingdom, Paranimo's technology enables therapists to evaluate and rank mental health conditions they can address, thereby creating a percentage match with potential clients. This approach facilitates convenient access to therapy sessions, promoting increased mental health awareness and support in the workplace.
BioStress Lab
Grant in 2022
BIOStress is a company focused on enhancing the understanding and management of stress through innovative technology. It has developed a proprietary algorithm that accurately measures stress levels using data from existing biometric devices. By leveraging this technology, BIOStress offers a platform that objectively monitors workplace stress, providing employees with personalized insights into their stress levels. This approach not only aims to improve individual well-being but also enhances overall productivity within organizations. By focusing on the balance between well-being and stress management, BIOStress seeks to foster healthier work environments and better performance outcomes.
Apoha
Grant in 2022
Apoha is a stealth stage start-up focused on developing sensory intelligence software that integrates machines into the physical world. The company aims to create technology that captures the unique sensory fingerprints of complex molecules and formulations. By mapping these materials according to their biophysical properties, Apoha enables a comparative analysis of how different molecules behave—such as bending, rippling, floating, and dissolving. This innovative approach allows living organisms to better interact with and understand their natural environments.
Medwise.ai
Grant in 2022
Medwise.ai offers a customizable search platform designed to support clinical decision-making for healthcare professionals. Utilizing natural language processing and artificial intelligence, the platform enables doctors to efficiently access and organize medical knowledge. By leveraging real-world data, Medwise.ai provides valuable intelligence and insights to various stakeholders within the healthcare ecosystem. This innovative approach aims to enhance the professional capabilities of doctors, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
Zinia
Grant in 2022
Zinia is a company that specializes in providing a human-centered AI platform designed to align artificial intelligence with business objectives. Its platform enables organizations to implement advanced AI solutions with minimal training and without the need for extensive technical expertise, facilitating rapid monetization of AI capabilities. Zinia focuses on simplicity, flexibility, adaptivity, and explainability in its offerings, allowing businesses across various industries and geographies to enhance decision-making processes through AI assistance. As an award-winning startup supported by prominent investors, Zinia aims to optimize business outcomes by leveraging cutting-edge AI technology.
Integrals Power
Grant in 2021
Integrals Power Limited is a battery technology company focused on advancing the research, development, and commercialization of innovative battery materials. The firm specializes in the creation of high-performance, cost-effective, and scalable battery cathode materials, notably Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) for lithium-ion batteries. With a team of entrepreneurs, scientists, and engineers, Integrals Power has conducted thorough market validation to ensure the commercial viability of its cutting-edge materials. The company also offers battery material and test engineering systems that identify potential errors early in the development process, thereby reducing costs and facilitating progress in battery technology. Through its efforts, Integrals Power aims to support the transition to zero-carbon energy applications and address the technical challenges faced by industries in the renewable energy sector.
SeeQC
Grant in 2021
SeeQC, Inc. is a developer of digital quantum computing platforms aimed at global businesses, with a focus on creating commercially viable application-specific quantum computing systems. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Elmsford, New York, the company specializes in the design, testing, and manufacturing of quantum-ready superconductors. It integrates classical and quantum technologies to tackle common challenges in efficiency, stability, and cost associated with quantum computing. SeeQC's offerings include superconducting qubit chips and proprietary Single Flux Quantum (SFQ) technology, enabling high-performance classical co-processors and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs). The company's approach combines digital readout and control technology with a unique chip-scale architecture to deliver scalable and cost-effective quantum computing solutions suitable for sectors such as machine learning, logistics optimization, quantum chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and fintech. Additionally, SeeQC operates facilities in London, United Kingdom, and Naples, Italy, enhancing its capacity to serve clients across the United States and Europe.
SETsquared Partnership
Grant in 2021
SETsquared Partnership is a collaborative initiative established in 2001, based in Southampton, United Kingdom. It brings together the universities of Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Southampton, and Surrey to foster the growth of high-tech startups and new business ventures. The organization specializes in enterprise activities, including business incubation, spin-outs, and licensing. SETsquared provides comprehensive support to startups through mentoring, access to investors and industry experts, and tailored training programs. Additionally, it engages in research collaboration and consultancy with various industries, enhancing the innovation ecosystem in the region.
SleepCogni
Debt Financing in 2021
SleepCogni is focused on developing innovative sleep aid technology that facilitates a personalized wind-down process to enhance sleep quality. The company's device, activated manually, utilizes sensors worn on the user's index finger to monitor key physiological and behavioral indicators, including heart rate, mental alertness, skin temperature, and movement. By employing cognitive behavioral therapy through biofeedback—delivered via visual, auditory, and tactile cues—SleepCogni aims to help users relearn healthy sleep patterns. This approach is designed to assist individuals in overcoming insomnia and improving their overall sleep cycle, offering a tailored solution to address common sleep challenges.
Quantum Dice
Grant in 2021
Quantum Dice is an award-winning spin-out from the University of Oxford specializing in quantum technology. The company develops quantum random number generators (QRNGs) that produce unbiased, true random numbers essential for modern communication technologies. These devices generate cryptographically secure random numbers that enhance security across various commercial applications. Quantum Dice's self-certified QRNGs are designed to function solely from quantum processes, ensuring improved encryption systems while safeguarding against external influences. This technology aims to provide enhanced security for an increasingly connected future.
IVY TECH
Grant in 2021
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.
Paranimo
Grant in 2021
Paranimo is focused on enhancing workplace mental health by providing accessible and effective support solutions. The company employs advanced matching intelligence within its software-as-a-service (SaaS) and consulting offerings, aimed at helping HR managers improve employee well-being. By connecting clients with therapists across the United Kingdom, Paranimo's technology enables therapists to evaluate and rank mental health conditions they can address, thereby creating a percentage match with potential clients. This approach facilitates convenient access to therapy sessions, promoting increased mental health awareness and support in the workplace.
Greener
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Greener operates a business-to-business sustainability matchmaking platform designed to facilitate connections among companies seeking sustainable partners. By leveraging mathematical algorithms, the platform enables businesses to discover and collaborate with suitable sustainability partners, fostering the growth of genuinely sustainable supply chains. Greener aims to support the transition to a zero-carbon economy, empowering small businesses to learn from a global network of like-minded entrepreneurs. Through its innovative approach, Greener strives to build a sustainable future by enhancing collaboration and sharing best practices among businesses dedicated to sustainability.
Integrals Power
Grant in 2021
Integrals Power Limited is a battery technology company focused on advancing the research, development, and commercialization of innovative battery materials. The firm specializes in the creation of high-performance, cost-effective, and scalable battery cathode materials, notably Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) for lithium-ion batteries. With a team of entrepreneurs, scientists, and engineers, Integrals Power has conducted thorough market validation to ensure the commercial viability of its cutting-edge materials. The company also offers battery material and test engineering systems that identify potential errors early in the development process, thereby reducing costs and facilitating progress in battery technology. Through its efforts, Integrals Power aims to support the transition to zero-carbon energy applications and address the technical challenges faced by industries in the renewable energy sector.
Tended
Venture Round in 2021
Tended develops advanced wearable technology aimed at enhancing employee safety in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, utilities, and logistics. By integrating behavioral science with innovative technology, Tended focuses on promoting positive behavioral change that benefits both individuals and organizations. Their solutions are designed to detect accidents in real time, allowing for immediate alerts to emergency contacts or services, thereby facilitating prompt responses and improving workplace safety. This approach provides employees with a sense of assurance and independence, while also enabling companies to take proactive measures to prevent accidents and respond swiftly when they occur.
CN Bio
Grant in 2021
CN Bio Innovations Ltd, established in 2008 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, specializes in developing and providing Organ-on-Chip devices to pharmaceutical and biotech companies. These devices enable more accurate preclinical drug testing by replicating human organ functions in vitro. CN Bio's offerings include microphysiological systems and consumables, used to analyze novel compounds, assess toxicity and safety, and support research scientists in various fields such as oncology, infectious diseases, metabolism, and inflammation. The company's flagship product, the LiverChip platform, features a full viral lifecycle model of hepatitis B, currently employed in drug discovery collaborations with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies. CN Bio's work is backed by prestigious grants and partnerships with academic institutions, aiming to accelerate the development of breakthrough therapies for serious human diseases.
Modulous
Debt Financing in 2021
Modulous Limited is a London-based company focused on designing, developing, and delivering affordable and sustainable homes globally. Established in 2018, the company leverages a digitized software platform that utilizes generative design, artificial intelligence, and 5D Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create fully engineered designs for multi-family homes from a defined kit of parts. This technology enables rapid production of planning-compliant designs, allowing property developers and architects to evaluate multiple design options efficiently. By addressing the pressing global housing shortage, Modulous aims to transform the housing sector with innovative solutions that prioritize quality, sustainability, and affordability.
Kromek Group
Grant in 2021
Kromek Group is a technology company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and sale of radiation detection products across various sectors, including medical imaging, nuclear detection, and security screening. The company offers a range of high-resolution detection solutions that utilize cadmium zinc telluride (CZT) and scintillator technologies to identify cancerous tissues and hazardous materials. Its product portfolio includes handheld gamma detectors, thermal neutron detectors, gamma-ray imaging systems, and advanced medical imaging devices such as CZT gamma detectors for SPECT imaging and photon-counting spectral CT. In the security domain, Kromek provides personal radiation detectors, networked radiation detection systems, and innovative detection algorithms for explosives. The company is dedicated to scientific research and development, continually pushing the boundaries of imaging technology and material analysis. Kromek Group operates globally, serving markets in the United Kingdom, North America, Asia, Europe, and Australasia, and distributes its products through various channels, including direct sales and partnerships with original equipment manufacturers. Headquartered in Sedgefield, the United Kingdom, Kromek Group was incorporated in 2013.
Light Science Technologies Holdings
Grant in 2021
Light Science Technologies Holdings specializes in the development and manufacturing of electronic boards and lighting technology tailored for the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) sector. The company is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that enhance plant monitoring and improve cultivation efficiency, enabling growers to maximize their yields while minimizing resource use. Its primary revenue stream comes from the Contract Electronics Manufacturing segment, where it applies its expertise to support various agricultural applications. Through its focus on research-proven methodologies, Light Science Technologies aims to advance agricultural practices and support sustainable growth within the industry.
Integrals Power
Grant in 2020
Integrals Power Limited is a battery technology company focused on advancing the research, development, and commercialization of innovative battery materials. The firm specializes in the creation of high-performance, cost-effective, and scalable battery cathode materials, notably Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) for lithium-ion batteries. With a team of entrepreneurs, scientists, and engineers, Integrals Power has conducted thorough market validation to ensure the commercial viability of its cutting-edge materials. The company also offers battery material and test engineering systems that identify potential errors early in the development process, thereby reducing costs and facilitating progress in battery technology. Through its efforts, Integrals Power aims to support the transition to zero-carbon energy applications and address the technical challenges faced by industries in the renewable energy sector.
Iceni Labs
Grant in 2020
Iceni Labs is an innovation commercialisation enterprise, with integrated research, development, test and manufacturing capability. Inter-disciplinary by nature, we combine commercial expertise with academic excellence, across the Defence and Security, Energy, Health and Consumer sectors. Our professional networks bridge artificial intelligence, automated creativity, electronics, energy, materials, nanotechnology and software. We invent and innovate in-house, foster high-potential technologies, and aggregate capabilities globally, to produce innovative, disruptive products that deliver more than the sum of their parts. By providing technical, executive, commercial and capital support, our Innovation-Exploitation Programme enhances value proposition and reduces risk exposure, while developing creativity, flexibility and robustness. Our goal is for our ‘wrap around’ idea to patent to product approach to become recognised globally as a catalyst for successful innovation. We are bridging the challenging gap between ‘thinking’ and ‘doing’.
Lumino
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lumino is focused on enhancing mental health outcomes through the development of digital therapeutic programs. These programs specifically address various mental health concerns and incorporate techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help individuals manage their symptoms effectively. Supported by Innovate UK and the Oxford Academic Health Science Network, Lumino aims to leverage digital technology to deliver scalable mental health services, ultimately promoting healthier and happier lives for users.
CAPSLOCK
Grant in 2020
CAPSLOCK offers accessible, career-oriented education in emerging technologies, particularly focusing on cyber security. By providing intensive training programs entirely online, the company aims to equip individuals with practical skills that enhance their employability. CAPSLOCK emphasizes potential over past academic achievements in its admissions process, ensuring a diverse range of learners can access its courses. The company has enrolled over 700 students, with a significant employment rate of 70% within six months of graduation. Graduates have successfully secured positions at major organizations, experiencing an average salary increase of 65%. CAPSLOCK also supports its learners through mentoring programs and industry-specific certifications, addressing the skills gap in the UK's cyber sector. Since its launch in 2021, CAPSLOCK has received multiple awards for innovation and excellence in education, highlighting its commitment to transforming the landscape of tech careers.
M-XR
Grant in 2020
M-XR is engaged in the development of advanced 3D production technology, aimed at enabling brands, studios, and creators to accurately and automatically digitize real-world objects. The company's platform utilizes a custom-engineered system combined with machine learning to capture and extract complex 3D information that was previously difficult to obtain. This technology allows clients, particularly in the fashion industry, to seamlessly convert their products into high-quality 3D models, thereby unlocking new possibilities in virtual and augmented reality experiences. By focusing on research and development, M-XR aims to enhance the accessibility and utility of 3D content for a variety of applications.
Glimpse Protocol
Grant in 2020
Glimpse Protocol Limited is a London-based company that specializes in ethical advertising services through its innovative privacy-preserving technology platform. Founded in 2019, the company provides a software development kit (SDK) that allows application creators to generate revenue while ensuring the protection of personal data. Glimpse Protocol's platform employs patent-pending technology to secure private information and maintain compliance, processing minimal data to deliver accurate digital advertisements without disclosing any user data. This approach enables organizations to sustain advertising effectiveness in an increasingly cookieless environment, aligning with responsible media practices.
Mumbli
Grant in 2020
Mumbli is a company focused on enhancing hearing experiences through innovative technology. It develops a hearing wellness platform that integrates wireless sound sensors to make venues more accessible for individuals who are hard of hearing or sensitive to noise. Mumbli's IoT system continuously monitors and reports on sound performance in real-time, allowing venue operators to maintain optimal sound levels. This platform not only certifies venues based on quality of conversation and healthy noise levels but also provides valuable data to support decision-making and address customer concerns. By improving the auditory environment, Mumbli aims to foster inclusivity and enhance the overall experience in various settings.
Warwick Acoustics
Grant in 2020
Warwick Acoustics, established in 2002 and headquartered in Nuneaton, UK, specialises in the development and manufacture of high-resolution audio systems. The company's patented High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (HPEL) technology enables it to produce ultra-thin, lightweight speakers that deliver audiophile-quality sound across a broader bandwidth than traditional speakers, while being more environmentally friendly due to their recyclable materials. Warwick Acoustics focuses on creating exceptional personal audio experiences, with a particular emphasis on the automotive sector, aiming to revolutionise in-car audio, especially within electric vehicles.
TutorHero
Grant in 2020
TutorHero is an online learning platform focused on providing high-quality tutoring in English and Maths for children. By utilizing machine learning, TutorHero customizes tutoring sessions to meet individual student needs, ensuring effective learning experiences. The platform offers one-to-one tutoring, along with access to hundreds of revision videos and quizzes, all from the comfort of home. Additionally, TutorHero features interactive revision lessons and creative tutoring methods designed to foster a love of learning in students. This approach aims to help children catch up on educational gaps that may have arisen during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Barr Media
Grant in 2020
Barr Media is a creative technology agency. They help businesses resonate with their audience across all digital channels. They use digital technology and marketing strategies to enhance their business's ability to attract new customers and communicate. They design, develop, and deliver products, platforms, and campaigns.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.