Founders Launchpad London Pitch Event

2026-10-16 · 13:30:00 · London

116 Pall Mall - Institute of Directors

116 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ED

Hosted at 116 Pall Mall, this intimate gathering showcases eight Japanese deep-tech startups emerging from Kyoto University to an audience of 25 attendees.

From Japanese Science to Global Companies

Founders Launchpad – London Pitch Event Exclusive | 25 Seats Only Join us for an exclusive evening showcasing Japan's next generation of deep-tech startups, carefully selected through the Founders Launchpad programme in collaboration with Kyoto University and leading innovation partners. This intimate event is limited to 25 attendees, providing investors, corporate partners and innovation leaders with direct access to some of Japan's most promising early-stage technologies before they enter the global market. A total of 8 startup pitches will be presented. Today, we are delighted to announce the first 5 confirmed projects. Confirmed Startup Pitches 🧬 Project SIGNAL (Kyoto University) A next-generation therapeutic antibody platform targeting novel biological pathways for diseases with significant unmet medical needs. ⚛️ Advanced Ceramic Materials for Fusion & Space (Kyoto University) Next-generation SiC/SiC and tungsten-based advanced materials designed for fusion energy and aerospace applications operating under extreme environments. 🧫 Sakira Biopharma (Kyoto University) An iPSC-based regenerative medicine company developing advanced cell therapies and preparing for global clinical translation and fundraising. 💪 iPSC-based Cell Therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (Kyoto University / CiRA) A pioneering regenerative medicine programme developing iPSC-derived therapies for one of the most severe inherited neuromuscular diseases. 🤖 N

Founder brief

Who should attend

Deep-tech founders, biotech entrepreneurs, and innovation leaders interested in cross-border ventures between Japan and the United Kingdom should consider attending. It directly benefits those seeking partnerships or insights into commercializing university research across therapeutics, regenerative medicine, and advanced materials.

What happens

Proceedings open with registration and introductory remarks on Japanese science before moving into two pitching blocks featuring eight startups delivering eight-minute presentations followed by four-minute Q&A rounds. A panel discussion on global technology translation precedes an evening networking reception with light refreshments.

Who's in the room

Attendance is capped at 25 participants, gathering investors, corporate partners, and innovation professionals alongside representatives from Biospire and Kyoto iCAP. The presenting cohort features Kyoto University spinouts focusing on therapeutic antibodies, fusion materials, and iPSC-based regenerative therapies.

How to prepare

Familiarize yourself with commercialization models in Japanese research institutions and formulate specific technical questions for the four-minute Q&A sessions. Arrive ready to discuss cross-border collaboration and regulatory pathways during the networking reception.

Organizer: Biospire UK Limited

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At a glance

Tickets
Free
Theme
From Japanese Science to Global Companies
Sectors
Deeptech, Biotech, Lifesciences

Agenda

  1. 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM · Registration & Coffee
  2. 2:00 PM – 2:10 PM · Welcome — Institute of Directors Biospire Kyoto iCAP / Programme overview Topics Why Japanese science? Why UK? Why now?
  3. 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM · Pitch Session 1 — Four startups Each company 8 min Pitch 4 min Q&A
  4. 3:10 PM – 3:30 PM · Coffee Networking Break
  5. 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM · Pitch Session 2 — Four startups Each company 8 min Pitch 4 min Q&A
  6. 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM · Panel Discussion — Discussion topics What makes Japanese science attractive? Why do some technologies succeed globally? How can UK partners add value? Company creation vs licensing Investment timing
  7. 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM · Networking Reception — Light refreshments available.

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