CVC Details: The University of Tokyo Co-Creation Platform Development Co., Ltd.

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1. Company Overview

Company Name: The University of Tokyo Co-Creation Platform Development, Inc. (UTokyo IPC)

Overview: UTokyo IPC plays a key role in expanding the University of Tokyo's innovation ecosystem by connecting academia with industry to provide a platform aimed at the social implementation of deep tech startups. The supported startups span a variety of sectors, including life sciences, healthcare, agritech, space, robotics, hardware, IT services, and AI (artificial intelligence).

2. Website URL

https://www.utokyo-ipc.co.jp

3. Investment Policy

UTokyo IPC makes investments in venture companies focused on the social implementation of deep tech innovations originating from the University of Tokyo’s academic, educational, and research outcomes. It also aims to contribute to achieving ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals and SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).

Reference site: https://www.utokyo-ipc.co.jp/investment/

4. Investment Achievements

• Phymex: Drug Discovery
• Uni-Charm Project: Consumer Goods

5. Related Articles & Releases

• UTokyo IPC-managed "University-origin Startup Promotion Fund" Second Close
• [Evolving R&D] UTokyo IPC’s Challenge (Part 2)
• UTokyo IPC Supports "Corporate Spin-off" Startups

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