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UTEST is an early-stage technology accelerator based at the University of Toronto, supporting entrepreneurs in creating research-based companies. It provides investment capital, mentoring, and incubation space.
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The University of Toronto Early Stage Technology (UTEST) Program was founded in 2012 by the University of Toronto Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) and MaRS Innovation, now known as Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners (TIAP). UTEST is based at the University of Toronto St. George Campus and provides support to entrepreneurs in creating research-based companies. The program offers investment capital, mentoring, business strategy, and incubation space.
UTEST supports early-stage technology companies founded on research from the University of Toronto and affiliated hospitals. The program is sector agnostic and aims to assist startups at various stages, from ideas on paper to fully functional prototypes.
UTEST invests up to $150,000 in selected companies in the form of a SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) and facilitates access to follow-on investments of up to $750,000 through TIAP. The program also provides mentoring, business strategy, and incubation space.
Q: What is the application process for UTEST? A: Applications for the UTEST program open annually in early April. Q: What type of companies does UTEST support? A: UTEST supports early-stage technology companies based on research from the University of Toronto and affiliated hospitals.
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