Sintef Venture V

SINTEF Venture V operates as an early-stage venture capital fund, providing strategic investment and guidance to nascent deep technology companies. Its core focus is commercializing innovations developed within the research environments of SINTEF and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The fund’s approach targets high-potential technologies, bridging the gap between scientific breakthroughs and market viability.

Established in 2018, SINTEF Venture V was founded by SINTEF TTO, the technology transfer office of the SINTEF research organization. The driving insight was a recognized need for dedicated capital and specialized support to transform groundbreaking academic and institutional research into successful commercial ventures. This initiative leverages SINTEF’s legacy in industrial research.

The fund’s portfolio companies, typically deep technology startups from SINTEF and NTNU, benefit from essential early-stage funding to scale their scientific advancements. SINTEF Venture V endeavors to cultivate an ecosystem where research-driven innovations can flourish, contributing to technological progress. Its vision is to systematically commercialize intellectual property, translating scientific excellence into impactful real-world applications.