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Media release 21 March 2024
Breakthrough Victoria explains its purpose, operations and future activities in this media release.
Breakthrough Victoria Celebrates Third Birthday
Our Chair John Brumby explains why the mission of supporting innovation is crucial and the difference Breakthrough Victoria makes for the state.
Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress.
To mark International Women's Day 2024, we spoke to founder and CEO of Smileyscope Dr Evelyn Chan to learn about her founder journey.
Jupiter Ionics
BV is investing in Victorian company Jupiter Ionics which uses electrochemical cells to produce carbon-neutral ammonia, also known as green ammonia.
Amber Electric
BV is investing in Amber Electric whose technology allows more efficient use of renewable energy by offering dynamic wholesale prices to customers.
Aravax
BV is investing in Victorian biotech company Aravax who is developing synthetic peanut peptide vaccine as a therapy for people with peanut allergy.
Cyban
We are investing in Cyban, a Victorian medtech company developing a non-invasive device that continuously monitors oxygen levels in the brain.
Breakthrough Victoria becomes a signatory to the PRI
As signatory to the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), we explain what it means and why it is important to us an investor.
What is BVUIP and what does it mean for the Victorian entrepreneurial ecosystem?
Learn what the BVUIP (Breakthrough Victoria – University Innovation Platform) is and how it can impact the Victorian entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Smileyscope
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Smileyscope's medical grade virtual reality-based technology that makes needle procedures less scary for children.
Eden Brew
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Australian company Eden Brew which produces animal-free dairy by emulating the proteins in cow's milk.
Atmo Biosciences
We are investing in Victorian MedTech company Atmo Bioscience who has created a gas-sensing capsule to help diagnose gastrointestinal disorders.
University Innovation Platform — September 2023
We've announced new investment partnerships worth $87 million with 5 universities to help increase research translation rates in Victoria.
Zena Sport
We are investing in Zena Sport who developed the most advanced impact protection vests for females in sports like rugby, basketball, soccer and AFL.
Navi Medical Technologies
We are investing in Navi Medical Technologies who is developing a medical device for administering lifesaving therapies to newborn babies and children.
Have market conditions changed Breakthrough Victoria’s mandate?
Changing market conditions are making it harder for early-stage companies to raise capital, but it’s not all bad news for local innovators and startups.
Why impact matters
The rise of impact investing is fueled by expectations on companies to be more transparent about what they stand for and to be accountable.
Have you got what it takes to pitch?
Learn what makes a good pitch when you're a founder looking to raise capital for your innovation and build your startup from scratch.
Tin Alley Ventures
Breakthrough Victoria has invested in the Tin Alley Venture Fund No. 1, in partnership with Tanarra Capital and University of Melbourne.
Eye clinical trials centre
Breakthrough Victoria is investing $10m towards preventing and curing eye diseases via a new world-leading eye clinical trials centre.
Cadmus
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Melbourne EdTech company Cadmus used to support student learning and assessments at universities.
Quantum Australia Conference 2023
Our Director of Digital Technologies shares quantum technologies trends and innovations from the Quantum Australia Conference 2023 held in Sydney.
EvokeAg 2023
Our Director of Agri-food shares insights from EvokeAg 2023, APAC's AgTech industry conference, including current innovations and sector trends.
FLAIM Systems
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in EdTech innovation that will make firefighting training safer using immersive virtual reality technology.
DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality
Two amazing women share how we can crack the code and encourage innovation for a gender equal future beyond International Women's Day.
Quantum Brilliance
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in room temperature diamond-based quantum computing company Quantum Brilliance.
End of year message from the CEO
2022 has been a big year for Breakthrough Victoria. Find out what we've been up to this year from our CEO Grant Dooley.
Samsara Eco
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Australian plastic recycling start-up Samsara Eco, which uses enzymes to break down plastics.
Smart Paddock
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Smart Paddock’s Bluebell tag, the first reusable digital ear tag for livestock that is battery-free, lighter and durable.
Kite Magnetics Founder’s Journey
How do you take your big idea to the next level? Find out how Breakthrough Victoria is supporting start-ups like Kite Magnetics.
Infleqtion (formerly ColdQuanta)
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in United States quantum leader Infleqtion to turbocharge quantum discoveries in Victoria.
Kite Magnetics
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in Kite Magnetics's new light-weight motor technology that could transform the transport and consumer sectors.
Breakthrough Victoria Challenge Launch
The inaugural Breakthrough Victoria Challenge aims to drive investment in innovative solutions to address emerging environmental problems.
Keynote Speech at Bio Connections 2022
Read and learn the contents of Breakthrough Victoria CEO Grant Dooley's keynote speech from Bio Connections Conference 2022.
Seer Medical
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in MedTech group Seer Medical, an epilepsy home monitoring and management technology from Victoria.
Breakthrough Victoria – University Innovation Platform
We are supporting the growth of research commercialisation within Victorian universities over the coming years through a dedicated investment platform.
The University of Melbourne Genesis Pre-seed Fund
Breakthrough Victoria is launching the University of Melbourne Genesis Pre-Seed Fund to boost the commercialisation of university research.
Biotech Incubator
Breakthrough Victoria is investing in a new biotech incubator known as Jumar Bioincubator, located within Melbourne’s Biomedical Precinct.