Fueling the future by investing in science’s boldest breakthroughs

Empirical is a specialist VC and venture builder, backing Europe’s best early-stage, deep-tech ventures.

We are scientists, entrepreneurs, operators, and investors

We bring together deep scientific expertise, entrepreneurial vision, and the financial backing needed to turn ground-breaking ideas into transformative ventures. By fostering collaboration between these disciplines, we identify and invest in innovations that have the potential to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

Our unique combination of skills ensures that we not only understand the science but also know how to build and scale businesses for long-term success.

We invest in scientific breakthroughs that advance human capability and create financial returns

Our planet faces urgent challenges—from climate change and resource scarcity to the need for accessible healthcare.

At the intersection of these pressing issues lies immense potential.

By investing in pioneering scientific advancements, we are unlocking solutions that not only address these global challenges but also disrupt existing markets and create new ones.

We’re looking for:

Entirely new technologies developed from fundamental research

IP-rich innovations with competitive defensibility
Solutions to real problems in Life Sciences, Advanced Materials, TechBio, Photonics and Quantum Hardware, Robotics and Automation, AgChem/Tech and DeepTech

We offer portfolio exposure to deep science investments supported by a best-in-class due diligence process conducted by experienced entrepreneurs, operators, investors and scientists

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