Ghent University
Overview
Ghent University is a public research university that operates as an investor by supporting the creation of high-tech spin-off companies through its TechTransfer Office and managing an endowment fund that invests in sustainable assets and private equity funds.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lopos | Jan 2019 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Kytos | - | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| B-COS | Jun 2025 | Spinoff | Co-investor |
| Flamingo Therapeutics | - | Series A | Co-investor |
| Sigasi | Jul 2010 | Series A | Co-investor |
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Key People
Eva Ryckeboer
Business Development Director - Photonics
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Ghent University based?
Ghent University is headquartered in Belgium.
When was Ghent University founded?
Ghent University was founded in 1817.
How many portfolio companies does Ghent University have?
Ghent University has 6 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Ghent University's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Lopos, Kytos, B-COS, Flamingo Therapeutics, Sigasi.
What was Ghent University's most recent investment shown here?
Ghent University's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in B-COS in 2025.
What sectors does Ghent University focus on?
Ghent University focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Ghent University focus on?
Stage focus information for Ghent University is not publicly available.