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NextWave Ventures
NextWave Ventures, led by John M. Slosar and Jeff Slosar, turns university patents into seed-stage companies with a zero-management-fee model.
NextWave Ventures
NextWave Ventures is a seed to early stage venture capital firm focused on commercializing university research.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Carlsbad
Corporate office
Carlsbad, CA, United States
Principals
John M. Slosar
Managing Partner
Jeff Slosar
Managing Partner
Sailendra Koorapati
Advisor
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How does NextWave Ventures source its deals?
NextWave sources exclusively from university research labs across the US. It targets patents developed with non-dilutive government funding, forming new companies around the technology. The firm cites access to hundreds of labs through its network and relationships.
What is NextWave's investment range?
Seed investments range from $500K to $1.5 million, Series A from $1 million to $4 million, and Series B from $5 million to $7 million. The firm can participate in larger follow-on rounds through syndicate partnerships.
Does NextWave charge management fees?
NextWave states it charges no management fees, describing itself as an investor-friendly fund. It mitigates risk through active operational involvement, shared resources, and low overhead.
Who runs investment decisions at NextWave Ventures?
Managing partners John M. Slosar and Jeff Slosar lead the firm. Sailendra Koorapati serves as an advisor. A scientific advisory team — including specialists in nanobioelectronics, wearable sensors, and signal processing — supports technical evaluation.
What is the firm's relationship with UC San Diego?
NextWave has backed multiple UC San Diego Jacobs School of Engineering spinouts, including SmartFoam and MouthSense. The firm announced plans to invest more than $6 million into these two companies, according to its website.
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