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University Venture Fund

University Venture Fund — Investment

Funds long-run capital for Cambridge-affiliated deep-tech and life science spinouts.

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The University Venture Fund is Cambridge Enterprise's primary direct equity vehicle for investing University of Cambridge capital into spinouts and commercial innovations derived from University research. The fund has operated since 1995 and received an additional £30 million University commitment in 2020, of which £10 million is ring-fenced for sustainability-focused investments. All returns are …

What this grant funds

Deploys University of Cambridge capital on an evergreen basis into deep tech, life science, and sustainability spinouts from University research, from pre-seed through Series A.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Equity
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.enterprise.cam.ac.uk