Moonshot Studio

Moonshot Studio is a venture studio model developed by Helsinki Innovation Services, the technology transfer company of the University of Helsinki.

Welcome to Moonshot Studio!

Moonshot Studio is designed to turn groundbreaking scientific discoveries into high-impact global ventures. We seek out new ideas from the research community, match them with industry needs, and facilitate the commercialisation of new technologies.

At the Moonshot Studio, we build networks, support direct dialogue between researchers, entrepreneurs, companies and investors, and accelerate the creation of new science-based businesses on a global scale.

Bridging groundbreaking science with real-world market needs

We connect and support top researchers with the resources and funding and provide expertise they need to validate and launch their innovations into successful businesses.

We seek new commercially potential research discoveries.
We help the researchers develop business cases.
We co-create business plans and provide support in building commercial teams.
We facilitate the identification of the right industry, customer and investor relationships.

From breakthrough discoveries to global impact, Moonshot Studio helps turn bold ideas into leading companies of tomorrow.

How we work

We believe in a hands-on approach that ultimately leads to a faster piloting and venture creation:

Strategic industry partnerships – We work with companies and investors to define new opportunities.
Tailored commercialisation pathways – Each venture receives the support it needs to reach market readiness.
Entrepreneurial matchmaking opportunities – Bringing together scientists and business talent to build strong start-up teams.
Access to capital – Identifying early-stage funding opportunities to get high-potential ventures off the ground.

Connect with Moonshot Studio to collaborate, drive innovation and create new business ventures!

Sampsa Fabritius
Director, Moonshot Studio
sampsa.fabritius@helsinki.fi