Investing in the next generation of Purdue-connected startups.
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Purdue Innovates Ventures
Purdue Innovates Ventures invests in early-stage, Purdue-connected startups that align with the strategic innovation focus areas of the University across agriculture, deep tech, digital tech, life sciences, and mobility.
In addition to capital, we bring a hands-on approach to supporting portfolio companies by providing access to a community of investors, strategic partners, fellow alumni, and other leading entrepreneurs and innovators.
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Strategic Ventures is the nexus between entrepreneurial talent and strategic capital, driving Boilermaker innovation and investment success. We support the next generation of Boilermaker startups through capital, collaboration and community.
The investment from Purdue Strategic Ventures will propel Aurora to exciting new heights, enabling us to achieve key near-term milestones such as advancing product development, conducting pre-clinical studies, and initiating discussions with the FDA. We are thrilled to have Purdue Strategic Ventures joining us on this journey!
Brian Edge
AURORA MEDICAL CEO
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the next giant leap
We invest from pre-seed to Series A+ in startups strategically aligned with the priorities and strength of Purdue University across agriculture, deep tech, digital tech and life sciences.
our portfolio
Developing a technology platform for transformation of subcutaneous fat
Charging and infrastructure management for facilities supporting electrified aerospace (VTOL/CTOL)
Small molecule synthesis platform
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Our INVESTMENT CRITERIA
PURDUE-CONNECTED
A company is considered Purdue-connected if it meets at least 1 of the below criteria:
- Founder or C-Suite team member is a Purdue University alum, student, faculty or staff
- The company is licensing Purdue-owned IP
STRATEGICALLY ALIGNED EARLY-STAGE STARTUPS
We invest in startups with solutions that align with the strategic innovation focus areas of the University across agriculture, deep tech, digital tech, life sciences, and mobility.
EARLY STAGE WITH DEMONSTRATED TRACTION
We invest Pre-seed to Series A+ in startups at key strategic inflection points in companies solving $1BN+ problems with a clear competitive advantage and product differentiation. Companies seeking our investment should have a demonstrated proof of concept, at least 1 full time equivalent (FTE) and ability to attract additional outside capital.
STRATEGICALLY ALIGNED INDUSTRIES
AGRICULTURE
- Plant and Animal Science
- Precision Agriculture
- Sustainability
DEEP TECH
- Semiconductors and Networks
- Robotics
- Advanced Materials
DIGITAL TECH
- Physical AI and Sensors
- Cybersecurity
- Fintech and Web 3
LIFE SCIENCES
- Therapeutics
- Devices and Diagnostics
- Healthtech
MOBILITY
- Autonomy and connectivity
- Alternative energy solutions
- Smart infrastructure
STRATEGIC VENTURES TEAM
DAVID BROECKER
Chief Innovation and Collaboration Officer
MADISON SOWARDS
Community Manager
DANIELLE SALTERS
Managing Director
