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Vanderbilt University

North America, Tennessee, United States, Nashville

Description

Vanderbilt University is a private research university offering various learning programs.

Investor Profile

Vanderbilt University has backed more than 17 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 6% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, South Korea, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, Software, Aerospace.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (24%)
  • Series A (24%)
  • Series B (18%)
  • Series C (12%)
  • Series F (6%)
  • Series G (6%)
  • Grant (6%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)

Country Focus

  • United States (59%)
  • South Korea (24%)
  • United Kingdom (6%)
  • Singapore (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Software
  • Aerospace
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Manufacturing
  • Military
  • Travel
  • Fintech
  • Biotechnology
  • Consumer Goods
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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Vanderbilt University frequently co-invest with?

Third Prime
Third Prime
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Altos Ventures
Altos Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
UO
University of Illinois Foundation
North America, Illinois, United States, Urbana
Co-Investments: 3
Axiom Asia Private Capital
Axiom Asia Private Capital
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Quiet Capital
Quiet Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Valhalla Ventures
Valhalla Ventures
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
BlueRun Ventures
BlueRun Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Co-Investments: 1
Silent Ventures
Silent Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Vanderbilt University often collaborate with?

Dan Wright
Dan Wright
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JR
Jon Runyan
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Vanderbilt University?

HavocAI

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

HavocAI is an artificial intelligence company that offers maritime autonomy solutions to the defense and commercial markets.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Marine TechnologyPublic Safety
Series AOct 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $85,000,000
Foundation Health

San Mateo, California, United States

Foundation Health provides AI infrastructure for digital pharmacy, telehealth, and diagnostics.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation TechnologyInternet
Series AOct 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $20,000,000

Omen AI focuses on building the Prediction Platform for the critical industries in the world.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data VisualizationHardware
SeedOct 1, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,500,000
Zeno Power

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Zeno is developing next-generation radioisotope power systems that generate carbon-free, resilient power for decades.

AerospaceClean EnergyNuclear
Series BMay 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
UNION

Dallas, Texas, United States

The modern energetics prime.

GovernmentIndustrial AutomationManufacturingMilitary
SeedApr 30, 2025
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
Aeon

Austin, Texas, United States

Aeon develops advanced capabilities at scale for maximum deterrence.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionIntelligent SystemsManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
SeedMar 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,800,000
EnCharge AI

Santa Clara, California, United States

EnCharge AI designs analog in-memory-computing AI chips and develops AI systems for AI computing.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Embedded SoftwareSemiconductorSoftware
Series BFeb 13, 2025
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Bilt Rewards

New York, New York, United States

Bilt Rewards offers a rewards program that allows renters to earn points on rent and create a path towards homeownership.

FinTechLoyalty ProgramsReal EstateRental Property
Series UnknownAug 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $150,000,000
Paywatch

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Paywatch is a payment platform that gives employees early access to their earnings.

FinanceFinancial ServicesPaymentsSoftware
Series AJun 24, 2024
Amount Raised: $13,793,103
MyRealTrip

Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea

#1 Travel Superapp in South Korea

Collaborative ConsumptionTourismTravel
Series FJan 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $56,485,987
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