What we achieved together in 2025
As we approach the end of the year, we’d like to say a massive thank you to you, our friends and collaborators, for joining our mission to use science to improve the world.
Together, we moved advanced research closer to market. Pfizer’s eventual $10 billion acquisition of Metsera to advance Imperial obesity drug candidates was a landmark deal –providing Pfizer with potentially transformative new treatments.
Meanwhile, Biocentis secured $19 million to trial gene-edited insects for disease control, and M-Spin advanced materials needed for the energy transition through its new pilot lab. These and many other ventures have been supported by investors who will share in the commercial upside of the innovations.
This year, we also co-founded the London Quantum Technology Cluster with leading universities to give collaborators access to research and technology in a field that could transform numerous sectors. We led EarthScale’s inaugural climate-tech cohort, in which a network of universities is helping shape sustainability ventures.
Strategic alliances with global reach
In a busy year for new and growing partnerships, Mars and Intesa Sanpaolo joined Imperial Business Partners, gaining direct engagement with researchers and startups to explore innovation in sustainability and fintech. The launch of the Frontier AI Lab with Thomson Reuters is helping position our collaborators and us at the leading edge of trusted AI.
Championing inclusive entrepreneurship
We celebrated innovation through WE Innovate, where industry mentors guided women-led ventures tackling climate-proof farming and lingerie design. The launch of the UK’s first university network for women entrepreneurs created new opportunities for engagement with founders. Recognition as Outstanding Entrepreneurial University of the Year reflects the strength of this shared ecosystem.
Connecting innovation across borders
From expanding support for deep tech at WestTech London and in San Francisco, to supporting startups at the Commonwealth Fellowship bootcamp in Ghana, our collaborators played a vital role – gaining visibility, networking opportunities, and access to ventures shaping global markets. We also celebrated entrepreneurial success through the Venture Catalyst Challenge, where Reporti’s live-event safety platform took the top prize.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Let’s build on this momentum and create even greater impact together in 2026.
