A Major Research Institute in Asia

a major Asian research institute, Asia Oxford Oracle delivered a one-day training programme in Asia to 15 life sciences teams in Sept 2017. 10 out of these 15 teams were then selected to meet with investors in London in Jan 2018. (Sept 2017-Jan 2018) An innovation ecosystem is characterised by highly advanced research outcomes in Asia, and by funding schemes supporting startups to operate locally.

The major Asian research institute partnered with Oxford Oracle to develop a programme to attract global investment and to create international business opportunities for Asian life science startups. Oxford Oracle created and delivered an accelerator bootcamp, with training sessions and upskilling workshops addressing the differences and synergies between Asia and other innovation ecosystems. The top ten participants in the programme were selected to pitch their innovations to investors in the UK. Oxford Oracle subsequently organised a pitching and partnering event in London, inviting the ten finalists, venture capitals, and delegates from the local and Asian governments.

All participants reported stronger pitching skills thanks to the bootcamp training. New networks and investment opportunities were created at the London event, and some delegates plan to start business operations in the UK. Oxford Oracle continues to provide follow-on support to participants, introducing them to further partnering opportunities and advice on key aspects of the UK innovation ecosystem.