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Innovation Fund is sponsored by University of Alberta (UA Innovation Fund). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Invent. Innovate. Invest.
Ignite. Impact. Inspire.
We transform some of the world's biggest challenges into opportunities by investing in AI enabled technologies in the areas of Health, Energy and Agriculture. The University of Alberta is one of the world's leading Artificial Intelligence institutions, which is reflected by the Innovation Fund's focus on AI. We are pioneering cutting edge approaches to health and wellness that leverage technology to detect and treat diseases.
Can the world be powered without endangering it in the process? We firmly believe that it can, and are striving to do so through the Innovation Fund. From fields to laboratories, we strive to pioneer new methods that increase food production while reducing energy consumption in order to strike a balance between the economy and environment.
Are you looking for funding? Early startups in pre-seed or seed stages. Diverse teams with a University of Alberta connection.
Global solutions with global impact in AI, Health, Energy, and/or Agriculture. Social Impact & Sustainability Cutivates environmental sustainability and widespread social impact. We are now accepting expressions of interest.
Our team is currently reviewing deal flow, so get in early. Want to learn more about Research and Innovation on campus? Check out the office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation.
For all graduates and community members connected to the U of A, we offer an opportunity to contribute as donors or mentors to our fund. By connecting with us, you will actively help us bridge the gap and enable startups with innovative ideas to develop and succeed.
Territorial Acknowledgement The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs, and research stations are primarily located on the traditional territory of Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, and Ojibway/Saulteaux/Anishinaabe nations; lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7, and 8 and homeland of the Métis.
The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems, and cultures of First Nations, Métis and Inuit nations.
Financial services technology Vaccines and therapeutics Greenhouse gas-abated fossil fuels Renewable minerals and metals Carbon sequestration and measurement carbon in soils Collision pieces including drones Environmentally contained agriculture Agriculture data analysis Agri-food diversification Land/water/energy efficiency
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage startups (pre-seed or seed) with a University of Alberta connection focused on AI, health, energy, or agriculture sectors with measurable social impact. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Innovation Fund is funded by University of Alberta (UA Innovation Fund). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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