Accelerating impactful journeys for brilliant minds
Founders at the University of CambridgeThe Founders at the University of Cambridge Digital Lookbook 2025 Edition showcases the founders and startups taking part in the START 2.0 pre‑seed accelerator, highlighting the next cohort of University‑connected teams building science‑based ventures.
START 2.0 brings together ambitious founders working across deep tech, life sciences, sustainability and advanced engineering, each supported to translate research‑driven ideas into scalable companies through capital, mentoring and structured acceleration.
This digital lookbook profiles the START 2.0 cohort, introducing the founders, teams and technologies shaping the programme. It captures the breadth of challenge areas being addressed, the diversity and expertise of the cohort, and how Founders at the University of Cambridge supports founders at a critical early stage of their journey from research to venture creation.
“The START 2.0 cohort is a shining example of Cambridge’s world- changing research and innovation that address global challenges faced by people every day. Accelerating these impactful academic journeys is crucial for the world.”
Dr Jim Glasheen, Chief Executive, Cambridge Enterprise
