UTEC - The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners

About The Fund

UTEC - The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners is a venture capital firm focusing on transformative and innovative startups emerging from academic settings, especially those oriented towards deep science and technology. Their investment activities are tailored towards bioengineering, business solutions, hardware and manufacturing, IoT and wearables, AI and big data, healthtech and fitness, deep tech, nanotechnology, and pharmaceuticals and medicine. UTEC invests primarily at the seed and Series A stages, with an investment range from $1,000,000 to $4,000,000 and a 'sweet spot' of around $2,500,000 per venture. The firm's objective is to catalyze scientific and technological advancements by nurturing academic spin-offs and bringing their breakthroughs to market. UTEC's philosophy entails offering robust support for their portfolio companies. This encompasses financial backing, human resources, and expert guidance, ensuring that startups benefit from both capital and operational expertise. UTEC internationally networks with various partners and complies with environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) standards to uphold responsible investment practices. Their global network is instrumental in connecting startups with the necessary ecosystem to foster growth and innovation. Through their investment professional platform, UTEC provides a comprehensive approach to venture capital, blending financial support with strategic advice and access to a wealth of resources and contacts. They champion the potential of emerging technologies and their founders, aiming to push the boundaries of innovation while delivering tangible investment returns. UTEC's dedicated team, many of whom have backgrounds in research and AI, add significant value to their investments by understanding the complex nature of the technologies they invest in.