xista science ventures
Venture capitalKlosterneuburg · Pre-Seed–Series A · 5 people tracked
Investment thesis
XISTA Science Ventures invests early in visionary science start-ups, bridging academic research and commercial application. Rooted in one of Europe's leading research ecosystems, the firm partners with scientists to move ideas from the lab to the market. It focuses on life sciences, digital technologies, and industrial innovation, providing capital together with hands-on support, strategic guidance, and access to networks and infrastructure. The firm typically leads funding rounds, helps founders fill the round, and supports them through preparation and execution. Central to its mission is helping researchers become entrepreneurs and build sustainable, high-impact companies over the long term.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 2 of 18 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Deep Tech ×1Hardware ×1Medical Devices ×1Semiconductors ×1
HQs:Austria×1
Investments · 18 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathcontextflow develops AI-powered diagnostic tools for radiologists, including computer-aided detection software for chest CT scans to identify lung cancer, interstitial lung disease, and COPD.
AI & Machine LearningMedical Devices
Company developing a platform technology to synthesise long, complex DNA molecules for gene therapy and synthetic biology applications.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does xista science ventures invest at?
- xista science ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is xista science ventures's typical check size?
- xista science ventures typically writes checks of $162K – $4.3M.
- What sectors does xista science ventures focus on?
- xista science ventures focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Construction Tech, Deep Tech, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Healthtech, Medical Devices, New Materials, SaaS.
- Where is xista science ventures located?
- xista science ventures is headquartered in Klosterneuburg, AT.
- Does xista science ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, xista science ventures leads investment rounds.
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