Venture Scientist 100: Explore the Founder Path (Online)
What could your research become? Conception X helps scientists translate ambitious research into ventures that can improve lives, transform industries and solve some of the most critical problems of our time.
Our Venture Scientist 100 (VS100) fellowship is designed for researchers ready to explore the full potential of their science and build a company from it. From idea generation and customer discovery to pitch development and fundraising strategy, we give you the tools, insight and connections to help you grow as a science founder.
You don’t have to choose between academia and entrepreneurship. Continue your academic career alongside VS100 as you test your science in the market, engage with customers and develop your technology for scale.
Since 2018, we've worked with more than 800 researchers across the UK and Europe’s leading institutions to turn frontier science into companies with the potential to change the world. They've created 226 companies that have raised over £200 million in early-stage investments and grants.
Whether you’re curious about commercialisation or already building a company from your science, VS100 is where you can take your research further.
What to expect in the session:
Pathways Overview - Learn about VS100, who it's designed for, what the fellowship offers and how it compares with Raise.
Alumni Insights - Hear directly from alumni and how they launched companies from their academic work
Application Walkthrough - Get a clear, step-by-step guide to the application process and what we’re looking for
Live Q&A - Ask your questions directly to our Programme Manager, Polly Groves
Why Conception X?
VS100 is designed to work with your academic journey, here’s what sets us apart:
Specialised deeptech venture training - Designed specifically for scientists to turn research into real-world applications.
Your academic journey comes first - We don’t ask you to quit your research. VS100 is fully flexible and designed to support you alongside your studies.
1:1 coaching and mentorship - Work directly with experienced founders and industry experts to translate your research and refine your startup idea.
The UK’s largest science founder community - Join a vibrant, supportive network of like-minded researchers and entrepreneurs.
Warm introductions to early-stage investors - Potential to secure up to £300k in funding through our partner XTX Ventures and the Conception X Angel Syndicate.
What Our Venture Scientists Have Built:
The first quantum ML platform for faster drug discovery
Affordable vaccines to stop life-threatening cancer recurrence
AI-powered platform for discovering advanced thermoelectric materials
Quantum-powered forecasting for long-range weather predictions
An AI‑powered microfluidic chip for early disease detection
And more – explore our portfolio here
What Our Alumni Say:
“We knew what we wanted to do but we weren't sure how to operationalise it. That’s what Conception X gave us – a framework, contacts, access to money and resources…”
Jonathan Kwok, Infinitopes
“The confidence I’ve gained over the past year has been unprecedented.”
Jana Stella, NeuWave Technologies
“Conception X helped me so much across different areas. All of a sudden, I was chatting to founders of large organisations, and had VCs reach out to me about my idea.”
Jakub Dziegielowski, Bactery
Please note this event will be recorded.
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