Since 1996, the Ghent University TechTransfer Office has created more than 150 new companies based on academic research generated within Ghent University. We set up an average of about six to eight new companies each year. This leads thousands of euros back to university research, benefits local economic development and creates new jobs in the region.
Ghent University TechTransfer Office continuously offers investors the opportunity to finance new companies created to develop and commercialize technology and IP generated at Ghent University - a top-100 university in the Shanghai Ranking in the heart of Europe, dedicated to research and innovation with an annual research budget of more than €600 million and more than 5,500 researchers active in a wide range of the life, physical and social sciences. Contact us for more information.
Do you want to start your own business based on your research? The Venture Track offers - with the help of more than 25 business developers - a canvas that helps you to set-up a spin-off, based on research results from Ghent University. We do this by setting guidelines, planning logical milestones taking into account your specific case, and by providing you the right contacts. Fill in the Venture Track Disclosure Form and send it to spinoff@ugent.be.
2024
AlfaSent: automates customer feedback analysis for retail and hospitality businesses
Brailsports (UGent, UAntwerpen, IMEC): provides training advice for athletes and coaches based on individualized data
NOBL: offers an AI-based automated job search platform
Spatial Dynamics: Solutions & services for a new computing platform
2023
4Tissue: biocompatible and bioresorbable polymers for tissue engineering
Amalus Therapeutics: tissue remodeling with initial focus on tumor micro environments
Axithra (UGent – IMEC): develops tools for therapeutic drug monitoring
I-Challenge: delivers food safety challenge tests to the food industry
Kojee: enzymatic production of kojibiose, a low-calory sugar substitute
Obulytix (UGent – KULeuven): develops lysin-based products as alternative for antibiotic treatments
OnTracx: load monitoring for runners with real time feedback
qTUS: precision calf care with lung ultrasound
Sentometrics (UGent – VUB): monitors the news about ESG, financial health and reputation of all Belgian companies
Spexicam: hyperspectral x-ray imaging systems and solutions provider
Tanai Therapeutics (UGent - VIB): develops first-in-class therapeutics for obesity
2022
AskForce.one (Artevelde Hogeschool): develops data-driven tools for monitoring the well being of people in organizations
BIO INX (UGent- VUB): offers bio-based inks and biomaterials for 3D bioprinting and regenerative medicine
ELEGENT: develops modelling tools and services for pharmaceutical and food production
Exoligamentz: develops protective sports gear for injury prevention
LEAP Technologies: provides data-driven solutions for optimization of mechatronic applications
MakinH: offers a self-wetting hockey ball allowing for a more sustainable hockey sport
MEEP: offers a chip-based platform for health monitoring at home
Previso: offers automated planning tools for patient treatment schemes in hospitals
ULiA: provides tools and methods for XR-based 3D and 4D co-creative spatial design
2021
AmphiStar: develops and scales biosurfactant technology to industrial level
Azalea Vision (UGent – imec): develops contact lenses with technology that mimics the functioning of the human iris
Biocheck: provides scoring systems for assessment of biosafety of animal breeding farms
Dyamand (UGent - IMEC): creates platform eSave to reduce the energy consumption of radiator-based heating systems in buildings
KYTOS: provides specialized health and management advice to fish, shrimp and plant breeders
PathoSense: produces animal diagnostic tests for infectious diseases
Polinivo: provides synthesis and design tools, and expert services for the chemical and life sciences industry
Trince: creates new technology to produce personalized cancer therapies safer, cheaper and faster
2020
Animab (UGent – VIB): development of edible antibodies to prevent infectious diseases in animals
ExeVir (UGent – VIB): development of single-domain antibody-based therapies that help patients ward off viral infections
Flamingo Therapeutics: (UGent – VIB): development of novel treatment options for various cancers, focusing on the non-coding genome
Hydrohm: electrification of the water sector by development and commercialization of innovative water treatment solution
Impetus Academy: evidence-based leadership and organizational development based on the self-determination theory
MRM Health: development of microbiome-based drugs
QustomDot: development of environmentally-friendly quantum dots, to improve the color range and energy efficiency of displays
Radion-D: improved breast cancer treatment by lowering the radiation risk
2019
AntelopeDx (acquired by MyCartis): point of need diagnostics based on advanced photonic circuits
Creative Therapy: interactive carpets for therapeutic use
Geo-Wise: bringing advanced simulation techniques to industry
Lopos: (UGent – imec): sensor solutions for location tracking of animals
OhmXBio (acquired by Anacura): High through-put OMICS solutions
2018
Avroxa: the development and production of poly oxazolines for pharmaceutical applications (Ultroxa)
D-PAC (UGent - IMEC - UAntwerpen): digital Platform for the Assessment of Competences
Gulliver: the development of llama nanobodies for researchers in knowledge institutions and companies
RheaVita: the development and production of freeze drying systems for processing (bio-)pharmaceuticals
Sentea (UGent – imec): silicium-photonics based glass fiber solutions
VitroPlena: structural glass solutions
2017
Advanced Sports Equipment Testing: testing of composite bike frames and other sports equipment
Aelin Therapeutics: (UGent – VIB): the development of therapeutics against antibiotic-resistant or untreatable diseases
AM Team: consultancy services in CFD modeling of pharmaceutical processes and waste water treatment
BiFAST (UGent – imec): high speed I/O chips
Imageens: arterial stiffness measurement through pulse wave velocity (PWV) measurement
ML2Grow (UGent – imec): artificial intelligence based predictive tools that enhance decision making when optimizing processes and systems
Shoppervision by Shopnosis (formerly Smartivize): mapping out the behavior and attention of consumers in supermarkets by tracking what they look at when strolling through a store
2016
Aphea.Bio (UGent – VIB): plant growth promoting bacteria
Epilog (UGent – imec: acquired by Clouds of Care): automatically detect epileptic phenomena in EEG recordings and localize their origin in the patient’s brain
G2B Consulting: services in clinical image scoring of osteoarthritis patients based on proprietary methodology
Indigo Diabetes (UGent – imec): continuous glucose monitoring
ImplicitMeasures.com: online assessment tools and marketing research using implicit measures
iMPULSE (acquired by Profacts): linking emotions to decisions - knowledge through implicit research
INSPECT: advise and testing on natural stone
MORROW Optics (SIHTO): age-defying eyewear
Tengu (Qrama): automated roll out of open source big data warehouses
2015
Asasense: smart sensor network solutions with a focus on sound and vibration
AVGI: optimizing steam cracking and maximize economics for the petrochemical industry
Elmedix: medical engineering and device development
Imaqua: contract research services to the shrimp aquaculture industry
Magnax: axial flux generators for medium scale wind turbines
MEXCELLENCE: excellence in mastitis management
Molecubes (UGent – imec: acquired by Bruker) high-end benchtop preclinical imaging
Orionis Biosciences (UGent – VIB): breakthrough precision medicines
Pozyx: indoor and outdoor hardware solutions for accurate localization
PXLence: PCR assays for targeted amplification and sequencing of the human exome
Sanacon: technical and scientific support in the field of concrete
Senso2Me: homecare solution for elderly people through the internet of things
Techspert: materials testing lab
The Vigor Unit: R&D and consultancy focused on understanding, predicting and changing people’s behavior at work
2014
Karybel: electrical expertise & power quality
Luceda (UGent – imec): software and services for integrated photonic designers
Madsis: materials, Design, Simulations, Software
Statter: statistical data analysis
The Forge: helps teams and organizations to analyze how innovative they are and what they can do to improve it
2013
Conexus Pharma: innovative drug delivery systems for combination therapy purposes using a hot-melt co-extrusion technology
CoScale (acquired by New Relic): performance monitoring built for web-scale and microservice applications powered by anomaly detection
Fertihome/Sonaura: user friendly, tablet based ultrasound imaging system for home monitoring (ultrasound IVF monitoring)
Graphine (UGent – imec: acquired by Unity Technologies): development of graphics middleware and tools for real-time 3D visualization and video games
Inbiose: specialty carbohydrates
Progeno: software for a more cost-effective animal breeding programme as well as a faster genetic progress
Snaptonic (UGent – imec): custom-made, low-power connectivity solutions within the Internet of Things
2012
Argus Technologies (acquired by Agidens): web based remote monitoring of alternative energy sources
Cacao Lab: creation of innovative chocolate products and processes
Com & Sens: consultancy services on fiber sensor based monitoring of composite structures
Qpinch (formerly Caloritum): industrial energy from waste heat
Track4C (UGent – imec): container tracking based on wireless sensor networks
2011
Innolab: service laboratory in connection with biogas production, purification of waste water and analysis of biomass
Mind4Energy: design, monitoring, and maintenance of large solar photo-voltaic installations
Q-Biologicals (UGent – VIB: acquired by the Amatsi Group): services in the development and manufacturing of biologicals
XRE (acquired by Tescan): hardware manufacturer of high-end X-ray microscopes, with a particular focus on non-destructive 3D and 4D imaging
2010
Caliopa (UGent – imec: acquired by Huawei): development and marketing of high speed fiber optic transceivers
Ghent Archaeological Team (GATE): archaeological services
Reskin: silicone skin technology
SDN Square (formerly Candit Media): scalable file based workflow and content delivery solution for the digital media industry
SpartaNova: Web based performance improvement and injury prevention prediction platform for athletes
Veltion: consultancy in lean manufacturing techniques and industrial process innovation
2009
eCOAST (acquired by Eurofins): environmental service company performing independent marine and maritime research
Feops (acquired by Materialise): guiding structural heart interventions to increase safety and efficacy
Fire Engineered Solutions (acquired by Jensen Hughes): fire safety consultancy firm that provides ready-made technical solutions
Gatewing (acquired by Trimble, subsequently by Delair): unmanned aircraft systems
2008
GeoInvent (acquired by Sweco): mobile mapping platforms for road and marine applications
INCT/Inside Matters (acquired first by XRE, subsequently by TESCAN): 3D X-Ray Microscopy and Octopus Imaging software
Phyto-IT: software solutions and consulting services for plant science and agriculture/horticulture
ProDigest: gastrointestinal expertise
2007
Biogazelle (acquired by CellCarta): next generation diagnostics and therapeutics in the field of oncology and other human diseases
Sample Sumo: music technology and interactive media
2006
Precigen Actobio (formerly ActoGenix): a novel class of biopharmaceuticals forging a new frontier in cellular therapeutics
Trinean (UGent – imec: acquired by Unchained Labs): microfluidic spectrophotometry platforms
2005
Orotech: pharmaceutical dosage forms for application in veterinary and human medicine
2004
MyCartis (UGent – VIB: formerly Pronota): biomarker analysis made fast and easy
WFRGent: fire tests on construction materials, materials used in transport and materials for the off-shore industry
2002
GenOhm (acquired by Agilent): lab informatics simplified
2001
Algonomics (acquired by Lonza): integrated immunogenicity prediction services to support companies in the development of biotherapeutics
2000
Custodix (acquired by TriNetX): securing sensitive data
Demed: technical, engineering & programming support in the domain of clinical research for anesthetic and general drug administration purposes
Excentis: testing, consultancy and training for access network technologies
MicroBio Tests: detection and quantification of the toxicity of chemicals and/or liquid or solid samples in polluted aquatic and terrestrial environments
Olfascan (formerly PRG Odournet): solving odour problems - measurements, analyses, modeling, and advice
Primoris (formerly FytoLab): food analysis
TiGenix (UGent – KULeuven: acquired by Takeda): biopharmaceutical company focused on development of novel therapeutics
2000 and before
Alphabit (UGent – imec: acquired by Keysight): electro magnetic simulation software for electronics and antenna analysis
ARCHE (formerly EURAS): risk assessments for inorganic substances (metals, alloys, slags) and for flame retardants or other organic chemicals
Artemia Systems (acquired by INVE Aquaculture) : aquaculture hatchery nutrition
Avecom: steering and optimizing microbial processes with the focus on customer's needs
Biotim (acquired by Waterleau): wastewater treatment technology
Comsof (acquired by IQGeo): Innovative Software Development & Consultancy Services
CropDesign (acquired by BASF Plant Science): phenotyping of various plant species
Dekimo: electronic services
Devgen (acquired by Syngenta): crop protection
DISC (acquired by Eskographics): prepress software for the label and packaging market
EPAS (acquired bij Seureca Veolia): eco process assistance
Innogenetics (acquired by Fujirebio): diagnostic products to improve therapy management and patient health
Inverto: development of lighting solutions, wireless and green power conversion, switched reluctance technology
Jabbla: voice technology
Möbius: business consulting
Organic Waste Systems: anaerobic digestion plants, biodegradability and compostability testing, waste management consultancy
PeptiSyntha (acquired by Corden Pharma): manufacturing and supply of cGMP peptide APIs for pharmaceutical and biotech companies
Plant Genetic Systems (acquired by Bayer): genetic engineering of plants
Quality Control: audits, auto-inspection, inspection and sample surveys for the food industry
Research Institute for Chromotography: development and promotion of chromatographic and mass spectrometric knowledge and know-how
TerraCottem: soil condition technology