University of Liverpool
Foundation Building, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, L69 7ZX, United Kingdom
Overview
The University of Liverpool is dedicated to advancing learning and addressing global challenges through education and research. With a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, the university emphasizes employability and cultural enrichment for its students. Known for its strong research output and collaborations, the university aims to empower students to become agents of change in their communities and beyond.
- Total investments
- 1
- Lead investments
- 0
- Investments · 12mo
- 1
- Active investors
- 2
Sector focus
- E-Learning
- Education
- Universities
Investment portfolio
- Apoello
Participated · Seed · Feb 2026
Apoello is a materials science start-up spun out of the University of Liverpool’s Department of Chemistry that digitises the discovery of new materials. Its platform combines large-scale molecular data sets, advanced computational modelling and procurement tools to help researchers focus on the most promising candidates, slashing the time and cost tied to failed laboratory experiments. The technology stems from the DiaDEM research programme and is led by co-founders Dr Ömer Omar and Professor Alessandro Troisi, a noted expert in computational chemistry. By reducing reliance on physical experimentation, the company targets faster innovation in fields such as organic electronics and renewable energy technologies. Fresh funding will allow Apoello to expand its team, refine its software and launch pilot collaborations with industrial partners. The firm has so far raised £470,000 in pre-seed capital to support these efforts. Revenue, customer and user metrics have not yet been disclosed as the company is still pre-commercial.