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LiU Invest
LiU Invest is the corporate venture arm of Linköping University, focused on commercializing academic research and ideas. It invests in companies, providing...
Overview
LiU Invest is the corporate venture arm of Linköping University, focused on commercializing academic research and ideas. It invests in companies, providing funding and support for development and integration with the University. Based in Linköping, Sweden, LiU Invest has made 22 investments, including a Seed VC investment in Sonicflora on August 07, 2025.
General information
Firm type
Generalist
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
City
Linköping
Corporate office
Teknikringen 7, plan 3, 583 30 Linköping, Sweden
Principals
Johan Lilliecreutz
CEO of LiU Holding AB
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How does LiU Invest source proprietary deal flow?
The firm sources exclusively from Linköping University's internal research pipeline, drawing on faculty inventions, doctoral projects, and ventures incubated at Lead, the on-campus startup hub. This ties its deal flow directly to the university's research output, with pre-vetting by technology transfer officers before investment review.
Does LiU Invest participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
LiU Invest makes only direct equity investments in spin-off companies originating from Linköping University. It does not function as a fund-of-funds or commit capital to external venture capital firms. Co-investments with other university holding companies, such as KTH Holding, are common on a deal-by-deal basis.
How is LiU Invest related to Linköping University?
LiU Invest is the wholly-owned investment subsidiary of LiU Holding AB, which is itself controlled by Linköping University. This means the university is the ultimate beneficial owner, and investment returns are reinvested into further research commercialization and academic programs.
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