Merito is a global marketplace connecting deep tech innovators with investors to bridge the funding gap for scientific discoveries. The platform facilitates capital flow for intellectual property by supporting both traditional B2B agreements and Web3 crowdfunding, accelerating the commercialization of cutting-edge research.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Deep tech innovations often face a significant funding gap during the transition from fundamental research to commercial product development. This disconnect hinders the scalability of scientific discoveries and intellectual property, limiting their market impact.
Solution
Merito operates as a global marketplace designed to facilitate capital flow for deep tech ventures. The platform connects intellectual property creators, university labs, and startups with a diverse network of investors, including venture capitalists, corporate R&D departments, and Web3 capital holders. Merito streamlines the investment process by offering structured deal-making frameworks and supports both traditional B2B agreements and Web3 crowdfunding mechanisms. This approach aims to accelerate the commercialization of cutting-edge research and development.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes deep tech innovators, university technology transfer offices, venture capitalists, corporate R&D teams, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) seeking investment opportunities in scientific research and development.
Features
- Global marketplace connecting deep tech innovators with a broad investor network.
- Facilitates capital flow for scientific discoveries and intellectual property.
- Supports both traditional B2B agreements and Web3 crowdfunding for research funding.
- Provides curated deal flow from research labs in Asia to global investors.
- Organizes deeptech summits and roadshows to foster investor-innovator connections.
- Establishes direct pipelines from universities and research institutions.
- Offers advisory services for DAOs seeking to source science deals in Japan.