UCM Ventures

Center for Care and Discovery

Investing in Life-Changing Solutions That Elevate the Human Experience

UCM Ventures is a strategic venture investment vehicle developed to partner with Seed to Series D companies advancing healthcare delivery

Our Mission

Invest and partner with growth stage artificial intelligence and health technology companies positioned to accelerate the University of Chicago Medicine (UCM)’s clinical, operational and economic impact.

Join Us

Become part of an ecosystem where innovation and impact converge. UCM Ventures is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare by backing transformative technologies. Join us in creating life-changing solutions that elevate the human experience.

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Investment Criteria

  • Strategic Alignment:
    • Value proposition advances UChicago Medicine’s mission and strategic vision
    • Service or product must have the potential for use or already be in use at UCM 
    • Prioritize UChicago affiliated companies (faculty, staff, students and alumni)
    • Uphold Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles
  • Due Diligence:
    • Investments are made alongside established venture general partners
  • Stage Focus:
    • Targeting investments from Seed to Series D
  • Initial Investment:
    • Up to 20% of the round or $0.5 million, whichever is lower

Why Partner with UCM Ventures?

UCM Ventures offers more than just capital. As part of the University of Chicago, we provide access to clinical, operational and entrepreneurial resources. Our partnership with the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship strengthens our ability to support early-stage companies in refining and scaling innovations. Based on the South Side of Chicago, we have the expertise and patient diversity to offer robust opportunities for feedback, piloting and implementation. 

Benefits of Collaboration 

  • Clinical expertise: Partner with care teams from a leading academic health system
  • Data access: Leverage UCM’s extensive data resources to inform and enhance innovations
  • Piloting: Test and refine your services or products through piloting opportunities at UCM facilities
  • Financial investment: Up to $2 million including follow-on investments