Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator
AcceleratorMoscow · Pre-Seed–Seed · 5 people tracked
Find your way into Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator
Investment thesis
Skolkovo operates as a large-scale innovation ecosystem aimed at strengthening the Russian national economy by supporting domestic high-technology startups. It offers a broad suite of client-oriented services and support measures for innovative sectors, ranging from acceleration and programs for private investors and university-based startups to international patenting and customs clearance for exports and imports. The center is positioned as a prototype 'city of the future,' where startup pilot deployments help build an innovative urban environment. Its scientific core, the Skoltech institute, ranks among the world's top young universities. Skolkovo works alongside other Russian development institutions within the VEB.RF Group.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 13, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from the firm's websiteFrequently asked questions
- What stage does Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator invest at?
- Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator focus on?
- Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Construction Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Healthtech, IoT, Medical Devices, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator located?
- Skolkovo Startup Academy / accelerator is headquartered in Moscow, RU.
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