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University Innovation Platform
The Innovation Victoria University Innovation Platform (IV UIP) is a $100m initiative designed to enhance the commercialisation of research from Victorian universities.
About UIP
The Innovation Victoria University Innovation Platform (IV UIP) is a $100m initiative designed to enhance the commercialisation of research from Victorian universities.
Partnering In Growth
Each university partnership addresses startup commercial viability challenges by providing targeted investment in high-potential research and start-up ventures, ensuring they have the resources needed to thrive.
Our University Partners
Under the Innovation Victoria UIP initiative, we match co-investment amounts in individual start-ups under each university pre-seed partnership.
Launch my research idea
If you've finished your PHD or have a breakthrough idea, we can help you make it happen.
Next Steps
Whether you're exploring an idea, fresh out of research, or already scaling a startup, there's tailored support to help at every stage.
Grow and scale
If you have an established get funding, support and connections with the Innovation Victoria UIP.
Get advice
Set up a call with us to help you figure out your next move and bring your idea to life.
Benefits Of The Platform
Early-stage investment
Access capital when it’s needed most, helping you get off the ground faster.
Industry collaboration
Build relationships with investors, commercial experts and industry leaders.
Commercialisation support
Get expert guidance to turn research into ventures with real-world impact.
Investments We've Made
Applying for the Innovation Victoria Fellowship Program
Innovation Victoria is thrilled to announce the launch of the Fellowship Program, a pioneering initiative designed to ignite research entrepreneurship across Victoria. This innovative program, resulting from extensive consultations within the ecosystem, addresses critical market gaps and aims to cultivate the next generation of startup founders from Victorian universities.