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Minister for Science Opens New High-Tech Divertor Lab at Tokamak Energy

17th June 2021

Tokamak Energy’s new high tech divertor lab has been opened today by Minister for Science, Research and Innovation Amanda Solloway MP.

Cross-cultural collaboration: learning from each other

8th June 2021

Against the challenging backdrop of a global pandemic, 2020 saw the successful merger of UKI2S portfolio company Perfectus Biomed and US-based Extherid Biosciences.

Patenting Innovation: Intellectual property in gene editing

24th May 2021

2021 is set to be an interesting year for gene editing. Gene therapy research is in its adolescence, and the ups and downs are played out almost every day…

The Electrospinning Company raises £4.5m ($6.3m) with participation from new strategic investor

5th May 2021

The Electrospinning Company (Electrospinning), a leader in the development and manufacture of nanofibrous biomaterials for use in tissue regenerative devices, has completed a £4.5m ($6.3m) fundraising round.

Harwell-based Helix Technologies completes funding round led by Midven-managed UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund

21st April 2021

Helix Technologies, developer of resilient, precision antennas for GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems), is pleased to announce it has completed a significant investment.

Vector Photonics’ £1.6m equity investment for next generation laser commercialisation takes its seed funding round to £4m

14th April 2021

Vector Photonics has received £1.6m of equity investment to commercialise its unique, PCSEL-based, semiconductor laser technology.

Future Planet Capital acquires Midven Ltd, one of the UK’s oldest venture capital firms

8th April 2021

Future Planet Capital (FPC) has announced its acquisition of one of Britain’s most respected venture capital firms, Midven Ltd.

Supporting fusion energy development in the UK

30th March 2021

The UK is at the forefront of fusion energy research and development, hosting the EU’s Joint European Torus (JET), the world’s leading fusion machine, as well as a growing ecosystem of public and privately funded initiatives.

CEO Spotlight: Laura Knight, COO, The Smarter Food Company

22nd March 2021

Our ‘CEO Spotlight’ series seeks to recognise the wide range of diverse innovators we work with and support. In the most recent instalment, we hear from…

Cytoseek raises £3.57m ($5m) to advance its mission to develop the next generation of cell therapies for cancer

19th March 2021

A discovery-stage biotech company developing the next generation of cell therapies to treat cancer, is excited to announce today the completion of a £3.57M ($5M) funding round.

Experienced CRO and Biotech executive, Dr Lloyd Payne, joins Perfectus Biomed Group as non-executive director

16th March 2021

Perfectus Biomed is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Lloyd Payne to the role of non-executive director.

Advanced Materials in the UK: Investment opportunities

2nd March 2021

The UK materials manufacturing sector turns over £33.5bn per year, comparable to the aerospace sector at £31.1bn[1].

Cytox launches genoSCORE-LAB test to predict the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

28th February 2021

Non-invasive genetic test enables physicians to assess an individual’s risk of cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s from a simple saliva sample provided from home.

University of Birmingham spin-out secures £800k for point of care diagnostics platform

24th February 2021

The second round of funding will enable the company to commence the development of the hardware platform for its tests.

CEO Spotlight: Fiona Marshall

11th February 2021

In recognition of wide range of diverse innovators we work with and support, we are launching our ‘CEO Spotlight’ series. We will be chatting with a selection of our Portfolio Company CEO’s to learn more…

Atelerix, producer of critical cell preservation technologies, appoints a new CEO to lead its growing business and entry into cell therapy markets

7th January 2021

Atelerix Ltd (Atelerix) announces the appointment of a new CEO as the company accelerates its growth programme.

MIRICO acquires Sedolabs, a leading provider of emissions analytics software

17th December 2020

MIRICO Limited today announced that it has acquired Sedolabs Limited, an Oxford based provider of emissions analytics and visualisation software that helps emissions mitigation activities…

Risk Investment Unlocks Potential of Scientific Discovery

16th December 2020

The past year has highlighted the importance of scientific research in the clearest terms. Widespread public appreciation of how dependent we are on scientific excellence…

Staying agile in early-stage deep technology companies

14th December 2020

Not every journey reaches its intended destination or takes the expected path en route to success. This is as true for commercialising scientific innovations as it is for any other business…

NanoSyrinx strengthens board with appointment of Dr Jane Dancer as Non-Executive Director

10th December 2020

Coventry, UK, 10th December 2020 / NanoSyrinx announces the appointment of Dr Jane Dancer to its Board as Non-Executive Director.

Investing in UK Space Technology

9th November 2020

At the UK Innovation and Science Seed Fund (UKI2S), we recognise the importance of supporting UK science across all sectors, including space technology.

Virtual business: completing a merger online

2nd November 2020

Completing a UK/US merger can be a complicated and demanding undertaking at the best of times, let alone during a global pandemic. However, for UKI2S portfolio…

Supporting UK agritech innovation

9th October 2020

R&D in the UK is thriving and extraordinary innovation can be found in all sectors, ranging from agritech to energy to pharma and beyond.

Ikarovec one of Scrip’s ‘10 To Watch’ at BIO-Europe Digital, October 26-29

5th October 2020

Ikarovec, which is developing novel gene therapies to treat major ophthalmic indications, is pleased to announce that it has been named one of Scrip’s ’10 To Watch’ companies at Bio-Europe Digital.

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Minister for Science Opens New High-Tech Divertor Lab at Tokamak Energy

Cross-cultural collaboration: learning from each other

Patenting Innovation: Intellectual property in gene editing

The Electrospinning Company raises £4.5m ($6.3m) with participation from new strategic investor

Harwell-based Helix Technologies completes funding round led by Midven-managed UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund

Vector Photonics’ £1.6m equity investment for next generation laser commercialisation takes its seed funding round to £4m

Future Planet Capital acquires Midven Ltd, one of the UK’s oldest venture capital firms

Supporting fusion energy development in the UK

CEO Spotlight: Laura Knight, COO, The Smarter Food Company

Cytoseek raises £3.57m ($5m) to advance its mission to develop the next generation of cell therapies for cancer

Experienced CRO and Biotech executive, Dr Lloyd Payne, joins Perfectus Biomed Group as non-executive director

Advanced Materials in the UK: Investment opportunities

Cytox launches genoSCORE-LAB test to predict the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

University of Birmingham spin-out secures £800k for point of care diagnostics platform

CEO Spotlight: Fiona Marshall

Atelerix, producer of critical cell preservation technologies, appoints a new CEO to lead its growing business and entry into cell therapy markets

MIRICO acquires Sedolabs, a leading provider of emissions analytics software

Risk Investment Unlocks Potential of Scientific Discovery

Staying agile in early-stage deep technology companies

NanoSyrinx strengthens board with appointment of Dr Jane Dancer as Non-Executive Director

Investing in UK Space Technology

Virtual business: completing a merger online

Supporting UK agritech innovation

Ikarovec one of Scrip’s ‘10 To Watch’ at BIO-Europe Digital, October 26-29

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