Orfonyx
Design oligonucleotide drugs that can activate expression of specific genes using a novel gene regulatory mechanism.
Incorporated in October 2022
Origin: Oxford University, Paediatrics
Companies formed
Since 1987, Oxford University Innovation has been responsible for creating spinout companies based on academic research generated within and owned by the University of Oxford, and in recent years has spun out 15-20 new companies every year.
Over £2.5bn in external investment has been raised by Oxford University Innovation spinouts since 2010, and ten of our current portfolio are currently listed in London and New York.
The creation of new spinout companies, most of which are listed below, also channels millions of pounds back into University research, benefits local economic development and has created many new jobs in the region.
Organox
The OrganOx metra is the first and only fully automated normothermic liver perfusion device for improved organ preservation. The OrganOx pipeline products will extend the use of their core technology to the preservation of other organs.
Incorporated in November 2008
Origin: Oxford University, Institute of Biomedical Engineering/Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences
Osler Diagnostics (Oxford Impedance Diagnostics)
Researches, designs and will market diagnostic tests for the measurement of clinical bio markers that reduce healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes.
Incorporated in June 2016
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Chemistry
Oxagen Ltd
Gene/Drug Development
Incorporated in April 1997
Origin: Oxford University
Oxbotica
Oxbotica. Robotics, autonomous systems, driverless pods.
Incorporated in October 2014
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Engineering Science
Oxbridge Pulsars
Oxbridge Pulsar Sources (OPS) is researching and developing novel radio transmitting antennas, based on new principles.
Incorporated in September 2005
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Physics
OxCarbon
To provide data curation and maintenance services to commercial entities involved in carbon offset markets.
Incorporated in October 2021
Origin: Oxford University, Geography
OxCCU
To optimise the catalyst performance and highlight the advantages of a catalyst to create green fuel for the aviation sector through carbon capture.
Incorporated in August 2021
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Chemistry
OxCept
OxCept is a team of security and communication experts creating military-grade authentication security products for business teams.
Incorporated in January 2014
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Computer Science
OXDH
Oxford Digital Innovation encompasses three different products. Two of them are online health records platform which aim to integrate NHS data (Zygote – IVF platform – and Simba – maternity platform). The 3rd platform is a virtual hospital which is aimed at scheduling appointments for patients and enable online consultations in specific specialisations, starting with eye care, skin care, pathology and dental medicine.
Incorporated in August 2020
Origin: Oxford University, Nuffield Dept of Women's and Reproductive Health
OxDx
To develop and commercialise a rapid non-lab based diagnostic test for viral infections, with the first focus on Covid19.
Incorporated in December 2021
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Physics
OxEd
Development of a platform for the standardisation of assetments to facility language, reading and arithmetic skills in children.
Incorporated in April 2020
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Education
Oxehealth
Revolutionary healthcare technology that measures medical vital signs without physical contact.
Incorporated in August 2012
Origin: Oxford University, Institute of Biomedical Engineering
Oxems
Oxford Electromagnetic Solutions - smart asset management through underground network visibility.
Incorporated in June 2010
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Engineering Science
Oxepi
Oxidative Enzymes for the Pulp and Paper Industry.
Incorporated in February 2010
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Chemistry
Oxford Advanced Surfaces
Oxford Advanced Surfaces develops and commercialises advanced materials and technology solutions leveraging breakthrough surface modification technology.
Incorporated in September 2006
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Chemistry
Oxford Ancestors
Genetic Genealogy
Incorporated in April 2001
Origin: Oxford University
Oxford Archdigital
Specialised archaeological-based IT applications.
Incorporated in June 2001
Origin: Oxford University, School of Archaeology
Oxford Asymmetry Int. plc
Drug Development. Oxford Asymmetry merges with Evotec BioSystems April 2009.
Incorporated in April 1992
Origin: Oxford University, Department of Chemistry
Oxford Bee Company Ltd
Pollination.
Incorporated in March 2001
Origin: Oxford University
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