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Kobe University Capital

Kobe University Capital

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Overview

Kobe University Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in university-launched ventures and regional startups, primarily focusing on research outcomes from Kobe University and the Kansai area. It was established as a subsidiary of Kobe University Innovation. The firm manages the KUC Fund 1, which was launched with 2 billion JPY from private capital.

Year Founded

2021

Portfolio Companies

11

Website

kuc.vc

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
Luxna Biotech Co., Ltd.Aug 2025Series C ExtensionCo-investor
Link TherapeuticsJul 2025Series BCo-investor
Link Therapeutics, Inc.Jul 2025Series BCo-investor
TelaAxon, Co., Ltd.Jan 2025Series ALead
Optieum BiotechnologiesJan 2025Series ACo-investor
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HeadquartersKobe
Year Founded2021

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