What it is

An online introduction to Venture Scientist 100 (VS100), Conception X’s fellowship for researchers who want to explore commercialising their science, whether you’re just curious or already building a venture.

VS100 is designed to fit alongside your academic work. It covers idea generation, customer discovery, pitch development and fundraising strategy, with deeptech-specific training, one-to-one coaching and mentoring, a community of science founders, and introductions to early-stage investors. Fellows can secure up to £300k in funding through partners XTX Ventures and the Conception X Angel Syndicate.

Want a feel for it first? Watch this short video of this year’s venture scientists talking about their experience. When you’re ready, start your application and submit it by Sunday 6 December 2026.

What you’ll get from the session

• An overview of VS100, who it’s for, and how it compares with Conception X’s Raise programme
• Stories from alumni who launched companies from their academic work, including founders of Infinitopes, NeuWave Technologies and Bactery
• A step-by-step guide to the application process and selection criteria
• A live Q&A with Programme Manager Polly Groves

The session will be recorded.

New for 2027

• Physical Innovation Lab with Positron: tailored support and specialist technical coaching for researchers working on physical technologies, from robotics and quantum hardware to energy, life sciences and advanced materials. Read the announcement
• Dedicated places with Johnson Matthey, the Grantham Foundation and the Henry Royce Institute, for researchers exploring new uses for platinum group metals, tackling hazardous chemicals, and developing materials for energy applications.

More discovery sessions

Can’t make this one? Join Discover Raise on Wednesday 4 November, or the final Venture Scientist 100 session on Tuesday 1 December.

Details

Register

Places are free. Register on Luma to attend.