The launchpad for brilliant ideas in tech and life sciences
Impulse is a unique entrepreneurial programme created specifically for early-stage tech innovators as they embark on the journey from initial idea to solid commercial proposition.
It is a three-month ‘action learning’ programme that combines workshops, expert advice, personalised support and invaluable networking opportunities. Over ten years, this powerful formula has delivered consistent real-world impact, helping many participants win investment, launch new ventures, and spin out their research to commercial success.
Impulse alumni achievements since 2017
A unique, personalised learning experience
Central to Impulse's success is a team of passionate mentors, successful tech entrepreneurs and investors, who act as role models, advisors and guides throughout the programme.
Your personal mentor will help you refine your idea, shape your business case and prepare your pitch to investors. They will equip you with transformative skills and insider knowledge, and connect you to new allies in the world-famous Cambridge tech ecosystem - and beyond.
“Impulse was instrumental in helping us transition from academic research to the startup world. It equipped us with the education and understanding of startup financial principles and conventions to effectively map our research from academia into a viable business. Without it, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”
Andrew Kadis, Founder, Cambridge Vision Technology
Is Impulse for me?
Are you working on research in tech, science or medtech that may be ripe for commercialisation, but need help exploring and realising its startup potential?
Perhaps you have already begun to implement your idea, incorporated a company or formed a team, but need guidance and access to the right people to take the next steps?
If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Key dates
Applications open 10 November
Round 1 deadline 2 Feb
Round 2 deadline 2 Mar
Programme dates 28 April to 10 July
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Fellowships and funding
Thanks to our generous partner network, which spans academia, research and business, we are able to offer many full and partial fellowships for participants to apply for.
For unmatched applicants with high-quality ideas a self-funded option is also available.
For full details, please download our brochure using the form below.
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