Our planet is facing a multitude of urgent challenges; from climate change, dwindling natural resources and rapid urbanisation, to a growing demand for accessible healthcare.
These pressing issues call for innovative and sustainable solutions that only scientific advancements can provide.
Deep Science as an Asset Class.
We invest in scientific breakthroughs that together advance human capability and create financial returns.
We’re looking for:
Entirely new technologies developed from fundamental research
IP-rich innovations with competitive defensibility
Solutions to real problems in Life Sciences, Advanced Materials, TechBio, Photonics and Quantum Hardware, Robotics and Automation, AgChem/Tech and DeepTech
We offer portfolio exposure to deep science investments supported by a best-in-class due diligence process conducted by experienced entrepreneurs, operators, investors and scientists
Investing with Empirical Ventures.
ACCESS: leading pre-seed and seed rounds by leveraging our market-leading due diligence and domain expertise, opening doors to the best deals and co-investors
SELECTION: our robust, highly selective process identifies cutting-edge scientific advances from the UK R&D landscape with the most compelling commercial opportunities
SCALE: Our track record presents unparalleled opportunities to scale our portfolio companies and attract the best follow-on investors and talent
POSITION: Our approach increases the probability of reaching Series A, a key inflection point for pre-seed and seed investors.