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Uppsala's startup scene is heavily focused on deep technology and life sciences. The city is home to many companies working on complex scientific and engineering problems.
For example, sound technology company Dirac has raised over $50 million. Battery developer Altris is also a key player with $32 million in funding.
Below is our list of 50 Uppsala startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Altris develops a high-performance cathode material, Fennac®, for sodium-ion batteries using abundant raw materials. This innovation allows cell producers to manufacture safer, more sustainable batteries with their existing lithium-ion production equipment.
Gradientech develops diagnostic systems for microbiology labs that provide rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing. Their microfluidic technology delivers critical results much faster than traditional methods, helping clinicians guide effective antibiotic treatments.
Dirac develops digital audio optimization technology that powers sound systems in cars, home theaters, and mobile devices. Their patented solutions are licensed by leading manufacturers to correct for acoustic imperfections and deliver a more immersive listening experience.
Navinci Diagnostics develops proprietary technology for detecting and quantifying proteins and their interactions. Their tools provide researchers with a clearer view of cellular processes, aiding in the study of complex diseases.
Aurora Innovation develops a cloud-based communication platform for organizations with high inbound call volumes. Their main product, Aurora teleQ, helps businesses improve customer service and availability by managing contact queues and scheduling callbacks.
Akiram Therapeutics develops targeted radiopharmaceuticals designed to treat solid tumors. The Swedish biotech company focuses on a precision medicine approach, aiming to deliver radiation directly to cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.
AirForestry builds high-capacity drones designed to thin forests from the air. Their technology offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional ground-based machinery, minimizing damage to the forest floor.
NitroCapt develops and sells production licenses for its novel SUNIFIX® process, which creates fossil-free fertilizers. This technology aims to decarbonize the food value chain by using only air, water, and renewable energy for production.
Scaleout provides a federated learning platform that enables companies to build joint AI models. This allows organizations to collaborate on machine learning projects without ever moving or sharing their sensitive, distributed data.
PeptiSystems manufactures and supplies instruments for the solid phase synthesis of peptide and oligonucleotide therapeutics. These systems are used by medical and research organizations to accelerate the development of new treatments.
Our top ten picks are just a glimpse into the city's growing startup community. The wider ecosystem shows a strong focus on biotech and life sciences, with companies at every stage of their journey.
From early-stage ventures just getting started to more established names, they all contribute to the local scene. Here is a look at the other companies shaping Uppsala's startup ecosystem.
| Startup | Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 2017 | SEK84.5M | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 2021 | €3M | Seed | |
| Biotech | 2011 | €5.7M | Series A | |
| Energy | 2014 | SEK227M | Venture Round | |
| Hardware | 2011 | SEK25M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2016 | $4.6M | Seed | |
| Marketing | 2016 | $1.4M | Seed | |
| Biotech | 2020 | SEK55M | Venture Round | |
| Analytics | 2015 | €2.5M | Grant | |
| Biotech | 2016 | $13.6M | Grant | |
| AI | 2013 | SEK22M | Seed | |
| Biotech | 1984 | $11.5M | Venture Round | |
| Environment | 2017 | SEK22.8M | Venture Round | |
| Healthcare | 2022 | €1.6M | Seed | |
| Biotech | 2003 | SEK40.8M | Convertible Note | |
| Food | 2019 | $797.7k | Seed | |
| Energy | 2018 | SEK45M | Seed | |
| Hardware | 2017 | SEK17.5M | Venture Round | |
| Security | 2019 | SEK10M | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 2015 | €2.9M | Grant | |
| Enterprise | 2017 | SEK6.3M | Seed | |
| Fintech | 2017 | SEK5M | Venture Round | |
| Manufacturing | 2022 | SEK13.2M | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 1991 | $2.4M | Grant | |
| Infrastructure | 2011 | $866.5k | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 2014 | €71.4k | Grant | |
| Healthcare | 2015 | €900k | Seed | |
| Marketplace | 2018 | SEK5M | Corporate Round | |
| Biotech | 2014 | SEK4.3M | Seed | |
| Healthcare | 2006 | $2.3M | Venture Round | |
| Enterprise | 2017 | $250k | Pre-Seed | |
| Energy | 2009 | SEK8M | Undisclosed | |
| Real Estate | 2016 | $400k | Seed | |
| Food | 2018 | SEK500k | Grant | |
| Travel | 2000 | — | Private Equity | |
| Biotech | 2008 | — | — | |
| Gaming | 2010 | — | — | |
| Manufacturing | 2008 | $1.4M | Venture Round | |
| SaaS | 2014 | — | Private Equity | |
| Media | — | — | — |
