Illinois Ventures
Chicago, Illinoisillinoisventures.com
Overview
Illinois Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies, focusing on research-derived innovations from the University of Illinois . The firm supports companies in information technologies, artificial intelligence, cancer therapeutics, engineering, physical sciences, ag tech, deep tech, and life sciences . It provides seed and Series A investments, backing companies with University of Illinois DNA .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syntax Bio | Jun 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Auvi Labs | Feb 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Resolv | Jan 2026 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Samara Aerospace | Jan 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Excelsior Sciences | Dec 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
Key People
Rishit Parikh
Investor
Maitree Mhatre
Venture Capital Fellow
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
