Fundraising FoxSydney · Pre-Seed–Series A
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Investment thesis
UNSW presents an investment and licensing marketplace built around ventures and technologies that originate from the university's research. Over the past decade it has founded or invested in more than 190 companies, which have collectively attracted US$5.6 billion in capital, and since 2017 its accelerator UNSW Founders has backed 163 early-stage startups. The portfolio emphasises deep-science ventures across clean energy, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, medical technology, precision medicine, and defence and dual-use applications, all supported by industry partnerships. The initiative connects investors and venture builders with the university's entrepreneurial researchers and commercialisation opportunities.
Source: firm website, verified Oct 2, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesDeveloper Tools ×1Enterprise Software ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 1 tracked
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A platform where users create and share AI-powered tools, games, chatbots, and interactive experiences with others in their social network.
Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSan Francisco, US
Pasha Rayan(Founder)inPennie Huang(Founder)in
Co-investorsPioneerY CombinatorFundersClubLiquid VenturesOurCrowdRice Capital+1 more
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesA1Zap by A1Base · ycombinator.com · Apr 22, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does UNSW invest at?
- UNSW invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does UNSW focus on?
- UNSW focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Medical Devices, Quantum Computing.
- Where is UNSW located?
- UNSW is headquartered in Sydney, AU.
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