CNRS Innovation
Overview
CNRS Innovation is the technology transfer and investment subsidiary of the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), focused on protecting intellectual property and supporting the creation and financing of deep-tech start-ups emerging from CNRS laboratories.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilion Water Technologies | Mar 2026 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| SportsDynamics | Aug 2020 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Tiamat Energy | Oct 2018 | Seed | Co-investor |
| myWaves | - | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is CNRS Innovation based?
CNRS Innovation is headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.
When was CNRS Innovation founded?
CNRS Innovation was founded in 1992.
How many portfolio companies does CNRS Innovation have?
CNRS Innovation has 4 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in CNRS Innovation's portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include Ilion Water Technologies, SportsDynamics, Tiamat Energy, myWaves.
What was CNRS Innovation's most recent investment?
CNRS Innovation's most recent investment on Caplight was in Ilion Water Technologies in 2026.
What sectors does CNRS Innovation focus on?
CNRS Innovation focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does CNRS Innovation focus on?
CNRS Innovation typically invests at the Early stage.