Advanced Research and Invention Agency
Overview
The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) is a UK government R&D funding agency built to support high-risk, high-reward research and technological breakthroughs. It is an independent body, sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, and was modeled after the US's DARPA. ARIA funds projects with the potential for transformative change, empowering scientists and engineers with the freedom to pursue breakthroughs at the edge of what is possible. The agency funds individuals and teams (called 'Creators') from universities, startups, and large organizations through various mechanisms, including grants, but does not take IP rights or equity.
Portfolio Companies
24
Website
aria.org.ukInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fractile | Oct 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Normal Computing | Mar 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Bright Biotech | Jun 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Normally | Mar 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Motif Neurotech | Jan 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Advanced Research and Invention Agency based?
Advanced Research and Invention Agency is headquartered in United Kingdom.
When was Advanced Research and Invention Agency founded?
Founding year information for Advanced Research and Invention Agency is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Advanced Research and Invention Agency have?
Advanced Research and Invention Agency has 24 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Advanced Research and Invention Agency's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Fractile, Normal Computing, Bright Biotech, Normally, Motif Neurotech.
What was Advanced Research and Invention Agency's most recent investment shown here?
Advanced Research and Invention Agency's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Bright Biotech in 2025.
What sectors does Advanced Research and Invention Agency focus on?
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What company stages does Advanced Research and Invention Agency focus on?
Advanced Research and Invention Agency typically invests at the MultiStage stage.
What is Advanced Research and Invention Agency's AUM?
Advanced Research and Invention Agency's assets under management are estimated between $1.0B and $1.3B.