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University of Helsinki

University of Helsinki

Helsinkihelsinki.fi

Overview

University of Helsinki is the venture investment arm of the university, focusing on pre-seed and seed stage investments in research-based spinouts and startups with a clear connection to the institution. Its technology transfer office, Helsinki Innovation Services (HIS), manages the commercialization pipeline for these ventures.

Year Founded

2000

Portfolio Companies

4

Investments

University of Helsinki investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Avenue BiosciencesJan 2026SeedCo-investor
Perfat TechnologiesSep 2025Series ACo-investor
Avenue BiosciencesJan 2024SeedCo-investor
GlucoModicumApr 2018Pre SeedCo-investor
Acouspin-Pre SeedCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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HeadquartersHelsinki
Year Founded2000

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