Transforming University of Melbourne research into global ventures
We take the business burden off researchers, building and scaling deep-tech ventures while you focus on breakthrough innovation.
Continue your groundbreaking work while we handle the business complexities
Our team develops the commercial foundation, IP strategy, and go-to-market plan
We recruit experienced leaders to take the venture to market and drive growth
We identify breakthrough research with commercial potential from across the University of Melbourne's world-class research institutes.
Our venture creators take the commercialization burden off researchers, building the business foundation while you focus on the science.
We search for and recruit experienced executives who can lead and scale the venture, bringing industry expertise and networks.
With funding partners and executive team in place, we launch the venture and support rapid scaling through our ecosystem.
CEO & Venture Creator
Deep Tech & Commercialization
CEO/Founder of Thin Air Technology. Venture Creator at UoM Genesis with 20+ years investment experience across corporate finance, derivatives, and venture management.
Partner & Venture Creator
Software & Venture Capital
Investor/mentor at Startmate + Genesis Ventures + Bitshift. Exited founder of Myagi, with deep experience building software and scaling early-stage ventures.
CEO & Venture Creator
Future Industries & Systems
CEO/Founder of Pathwize. Former MD of CivVic Labs at LaunchVic. 15+ years building innovation ecosystems and startup communities globally.
CTO & Venture Creator
Biotech & Deep Science
Co-founder/CTO of Shiok Meats (YC W19). PhD biologist with 10+ years research experience. Angel investor and advisor in cellular agriculture and sustainability.
Venture Creator
Software & Emerging Tech
Helped catalyse $82M+ in early-stage investment. Co-founded Rhapsody Labs (Web3 studio). Former VC Catalyst Program Director at Wade Institute.
Lead Partner
Strategic partner for early-stage deep tech investments
Lead Partner
Co-investment partner specializing in university spinouts
Co-Investment Partner
University commercialization fund
Co-Investment Partner
Global technology commercialization company
AI/ML • 2023
BioTech • 2024
Climate • 2024
HealthTech • 2022
Deep Tech • 2023
Let us handle the business side while you continue your groundbreaking research. We'll build, fund, and scale your innovation into a global venture.