LQD VC Fellowship
Empowering PhD students and postdocs with venture capital education.
Overview
The LQD VC Fellowship is a 6 to 12-month part-time venture capital education program designed specifically for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers passionate about deep science and technology. The fellowship, administered through Innovation Forum in partnership with LQD (Liquid) Ventures, provides hands-on venture capital experience and mentorship.
Investment focus
LQD Ventures specializes in investing in science-driven, engineering-centric B2B companies across various sectors including biotech, agtech, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cybersecurity, and robotics. The fellowship aims to bridge the gap between academic research and venture capital, empowering researchers to bring their innovations to market.
Program details
Designed for Researchers, Students. The program is remote. Participation is generally part time.
Who it is for
PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in deep science and technology fields.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for LQD VC FellowshipBenefits
Fellows gain a comprehensive understanding of venture capital processes, practical experience in startup evaluation, direct mentorship from experienced investors, an expanded professional network in the deep tech ecosystem, exposure to emerging technologies and companies, and career navigation guidance for science/tech careers.
Timeline
The program lasts between 6 to 12 months, allowing flexibility based on fellow needs.
How to go about it
- Read what it asks for
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- Apply the way the program asks
The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
Questions about this program
Who is eligible to apply for the LQD VC Fellowship?
The fellowship is designed for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in deep science and technology fields.
What are the benefits of participating in the fellowship?
Fellows gain hands-on venture capital experience, mentorship from experienced investors, and access to a professional network in the deep tech ecosystem.
About Innovation Forum
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From public sources
What the sources say about LQD VC Fellowship
Gaebler identifies LQD VC as a venture investing group.
Source: LQD VC - VC Firm Profile - Gaebler.com Venture Capital DatabaseLQD describes a biotech collaboration with doctoral students at the Francis Crick Institute.
Source: LQD & The Crick - LQDLQD's inspected contact page provides founder and investor contact routes.
Source: Get in touch - LQDThe linked branch-lead form returned Google sign-in during the unauthenticated check.
Source: Google Forms: Sign-inInnovation Forum links a Google Form for 2026 branch-lead applications.
Source: Recruiting a new batch of Innovation Forum branch leads! | Innovation ForumInnovation Forum places its 2026 branch-lead role at the university campus or innovation cluster.
Source: Recruiting a new batch of Innovation Forum branch leads! | Innovation Forum
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