SETsquared Partnership

Curious about where the next breakthroughs in tech and investment are coming from? 💰 Our latest newsletter gives you exclusive insights into today’s investment landscape and why Investment Futures is the event you can’t miss, Cyber Invest opportunities, driving innovation at Southampton, the challenges university spin-outs face, connecting employers with the bright minds of tomorrow, plus the hottest jobs you’ll want to see. 🌀 Check it out below! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eazX9uTV 💡 Get the latest funding, innovation, and event updates delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/epRifV6e #Innovation #deeptech #startups #investment #funding #spinouts #scalingup #techtalent #universityinnovation #cyberinvest #spinoutwest

🚀 UK-registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £110 million to fund ambitious research and innovation projects across any sector, plus receive tailored support to develop careers for future leaders. Fellows will get at least four years of funding to pursue bold programmes of innovation and access opportunities to advance their careers as leaders in their field. ⏰ Competition closes: 5 November 2025, 11:00am Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eybecNKH #Futureleaders #research #ukri #entrepreneurship #careerdevelopment #fundingopportunity UK Research and Innovation

✨ Sneak peek! 20 SETsquared-backed companies will pitch live at #InvestmentFutures on 4 November, and here are seven to watch. 👇 1️⃣ BiofuelAi – Using AI to optimise anaerobic digestion, boosting yields and cutting emissions. 2️⃣ CGEN Engineering – Delivering modular, cost-effective generators for renewable energy systems. 3️⃣ Dimension Biotech – Helping doctors detect organ damage early through insight into the body’s tiniest blood vessels. 4️⃣ DIREK LTD – Simplifying complex building operations with AI-driven insights that cut costs and drive sustainability. 5️⃣ Dyneval – Unlocking unique data from the microscopic world to boost efficiency from farm to pharma. 6️⃣ Imprinted Diagnostics – Bringing rapid, on-site biomarker testing to ambulances and remote locations. 7️⃣ IQ Sense Technology – Revolutionising animal health with injectable biosensors and smart wearables. 👀 The only question is: will you be there to see them first? Get your first glimpse at the line-up 👉 https://lnkd.in/ez-7jTXA #Investment #vc #techstartups

🔍 Considering hydrogen for your projects, products, or policies? Understanding hydrogen safety is critical for anyone developing, adopting, or regulating hydrogen solutions. This free one-hour webinar with Professor Joan Cordiner FREng, FRSE, FIChemE, CEng will provide practical insights on: ⚡ Managing hydrogen safely across its lifecycle ⚡ Comparing hydrogen with other alternative fuels ⚡ Ensuring safe production, storage, and transport ⚡ Navigating emerging safety regulations 📅 21 November l 🕛 12:00–13:00 l📍 Online Save your space: https://lnkd.in/eY4PPdqj Perfect for enterprises, SMEs, start-ups, policymakers, and safety professionals across hydrogen-enabled industries. #Hydrogensafety #cleanenergy #policymaking #innovation #energytransition GW-SHIFT

🎸➡️🧬 From bass lines to qubits: what can a musician teach us about the quantum job market? Quantum industry evangelist Christopher Bishop shares how curiosity, resilience, and unconventional experience can open doors in quantum - a sector that now needs coders, communicators, UX designers, and business developers alike. 📖 Read the full story from BI Foresight: https://lnkd.in/egA4-yiH #Quantum #careers #innovation #startups #futureofwork #deeptech #skills #uktech

Spot the rising stars early at Investment Futures. 🌟 Even if some pitches are earlier stage than your usual ticket, Investment Futures gives you the chance to identify companies with real scale potential. Position yourself to lead or co-invest in later rounds, influence the investment ecosystem, and connect with fellow investors shaping the future. What to expect: 👉 Quick-fire pitches from 21 deep tech, science & innovation-led start-ups 👉 Roundtables and keynotes exploring scaling strategies, spin-outs, and emerging tech 👉 Networking with founders and peers to stay ahead of trends 📅 4 November 2025 | 12:00 – 18:30 📍 CodeNode, 10 South Place, London 🔗 Register now to gain early insights and follow-on opportunities: https://lnkd.in/eA8QBG_9 #Investmentfutures #venturecapital #laterstageinvesting #deeptech #startups #innovation #dealflow #techinvesting

UK-registered organisations can apply for the DRIVE35 Scale-up Fund to support manufacturing facilities for zero-emission vehicle technologies. 🚗 Up to £150 million available for projects that scale up production of zero-emission vehicle technologies, batteries, and their supply chains. Grants from £2.5m to £20m with matched private investment required. 📌 No fixed submission deadline Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCjWE4bt #Innovation #funding #zeroemission #manufacturing #futureeconomy

Building an app isn’t what you think it is. 🛠️ SETsquared Bath Innovation Centre hosted a founder roundtable to explore what really matters when turning an idea into something people actually need. The MVP isn’t the goal — user research is essential, and traction always beats features. 📖 Read the full insights here: https://lnkd.in/eqymVktD #Startups #founders #productdevelopment #userresearch #innovation

💡 Finding and keeping the right people is one of the biggest challenges for founders. Join us for a one-hour lunchtime webinar with Alan Furley from ISL Talent, who will share practical insights from working with hundreds of venture-backed start-ups. Learn how to: ✅ Navigate the 2025 talent landscape ✅ Attract graduates, post-grads & PhDs ✅ Make your hiring process fairer and more inclusive Includes a live Q&A and a free Founder’s Guide to Hiring for all attendees. Perfect for founders, leadership teams, and talent leads at early-stage and scaling start-ups. 📅 20 Oct | 11:00 – 12:00 | Online 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eN5mjzXP #Startups #founders #talent #hiring #diversity #recruitment

🚀 From showcases to strategy: how Investment Futures helps founders thrive. With Investment Futures returning to London on 4 November 2025, the event is more than just a showcase - it’s where founders, investors, academics, and industry leaders come together to shape the next wave of innovation. We spoke with Chris Hill, Investment Programme Manager at SETsquared, about emerging trends, shifting investor priorities, and how the event is helping founders not just raise capital, but position their businesses for long-term success. 👉 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eMSbpQtr #Investmentfutures #startups #innovation #investment #setsquared #founders