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Where Innovation Scales to Succeed

We transform potential into progress. Helping great ideas become scalable solutions that make a difference.

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Together We Take Ideas Further, Faster

Innovation Ulster Limited (IUL) is the venture engine of Ulster University, transforming world-class research into real-world impact.

As Ulster University’s wholly owned commercialisation company, we connect ideas, expertise and investment to create scalable businesses, technologies and solutions that shape the future.

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Delivering Innovation at Scale

Turning high-potential ideas into high-impact, scalable opportunities.

36,000

jobs linked to acquired IUL technologies. 

30

active portfolio companies, contributing over £75m each year to the Northern Ireland economy. 

10

high value portfolio company acquisitions to date, delivering 308% net ROI. 

Where We Deliver Impact

Enabling bold ideas to grow, scale and shape what comes next, our focused expertise across key sectors, drives innovation from discovery to growth.

Life and Health Sciences

Innovating to improve health, wellbeing and patient outcomes.

Deep Tech

Breakthrough technologies with the power to reshape industries.

Graduate Start-Ups

Supporting ambitious founders to build and grow new ventures.

Our Portfolio Companies

Discover Innovation Ulster’s portfolio of spinout and startup companies, turning pioneering research, innovative ideas and expertise into successful businesses.

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Have an idea, technology, or challenge? Let’s talk.

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