QUBIS

QUBIS functions as the commercialisation arm of Queen's University Belfast, creating and investing in new technology start-ups. It operates as an incubator and venture capital firm, providing equity investments for seed-stage and early-stage companies directly from university research. QUBIS focuses on translating academic innovations into viable commercial enterprises, supporting their initial development and growth.

Established in 1984, QUBIS was founded by The Queen's University of Belfast to commercialize its research and development activities. The core insight was to systematically bridge the gap between academic discovery and market application, providing a dedicated pathway for university intellectual property to generate economic and societal impact. This strategic move aimed to leverage institutional research for broader benefit.

QUBIS primarily supports academic researchers and their innovations emerging from Queen's University Belfast, aiding their entrepreneurial endeavors. Its vision is to transform academic inspiration into impactful commercial innovation, cultivating a successful environment for university spin-outs. This ensures pioneering research achieves its full commercial potential and contributes to technological advancement.