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Scientifica
Scientifica is an Italian venture capital firm focused on deep tech investments, particularly in advanced technologies that leverage Italy's research capabilities. The organization supports startups from initial ideas to scale-up phases, emphasizing responsible investment practices.
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Overview
Founded in 2021, Scientifica is a venture capital organization based in Italy, dedicated to promoting scientific innovation and responsible investment practices. The firm operates within the Italian and European technology landscape, focusing on deep tech sectors such as Future Computing, BioTech & HealthTech, ClimateTech, Advanced Materials, and Industrial Tech. Scientifica aims to transform innovative ideas into impactful products and services, leveraging a unique operational model that combines capital with specialized expertise and advanced technological infrastructure, including its own laboratory hub in L'Aquila. The organization actively deploys capital through its Scientifica Fund 1 and Quantum Italia investment vehicles, supporting startups at various stages of development.
Focus
Scientifica invests in deep tech sectors, emphasizing advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies, BioTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, and Advanced Materials. The organization supports startups at various stages of development, from initial ideas to scale-up phases, through specialized investment vehicles like Scientifica Fund 1 and Quantum Italia.
Support
Scientifica adds value to its portfolio companies through access to its laboratory facilities, specialized expertise, and strategic partnerships. The organization runs the 'Scientifica Fellowship' program, providing innovative scientists with work contracts to foster collaboration and innovation within its portfolio.
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What are Scientifica's investment criteria?
Scientifica invests in deep tech sectors, focusing on advanced technologies such as AI, biotech, and climate tech. The firm supports startups at various stages, from Friends & Family to Series F and Growth Equity, with check sizes ranging from $50K to $500K.
How can I apply or pitch to Scientifica?
Founders can pitch their ideas through Scientifica's website at scientifica.vc. The firm encourages detailed presentations that highlight the innovation and market potential of the startup.
What makes Scientifica different from other VCs?
Scientifica combines capital with specialized expertise and advanced technological infrastructure, including its own laboratory hub in L'Aquila. This unique operational model allows for deeper collaboration and support for portfolio companies.
What is Scientifica's geographic scope?
Scientifica primarily invests in startups located in Italy and across Europe, focusing on companies that leverage the region's strong research base.
What is Scientifica's post-investment involvement like?
Scientifica provides access to its laboratory facilities, specialized expertise, and strategic partnerships to support portfolio companies in their growth and development.
What is the size of Scientifica's fund?
Scientifica manages a fund size of €200 million, which is actively deployed across various deep tech investments.
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