Osage University Partners

2009

Founded

195

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Osage University Partners (OUP) is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing exclusively in startups that commercialize university research. Founded in 2009, OUP collaborates with over 100 leading universities and research centers to identify and support innovative companies emerging from academic institutions. By partnering with these universities, OUP not only invests in promising startups but also shares profits with affiliated institutions, thereby fostering and expanding the university entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The firm has raised multiple funds, including a $100 million debut fund in 2011, a $215 million fund in 2015, and a $273 million fund in 2019, bringing its total assets under management to approximately $600 million. ( [globenewswire.com]( [innovosource.com]( OUP's investment strategy spans various sectors, including therapeutics, medical diagnostics, energy, advanced materials, semiconductors, and more, reflecting the diverse innovations emerging from university research. ( The firm's headquarters are located at 50 Monument Road Suite 201, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, United States.

Portfolio Companies

Chroma Medicine, Opsys Tech, Delfi Diagnostics, Nikola Labs

Gepgraphic Focus

United States

Key Differentiators

Exclusive focus on university spinouts, Profit-sharing with affiliated institutions, Partnerships with over 100 universities and research centers

Thypical Investment Size

Not publicly disclosed

Total Funds Raised

$600 million

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SaaS

Philadelphia

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

Series B

Series C

Series D

United States