National Research Foundation Singapore
Overview
The National Research Foundation (NRF), established on 1 January 2006, is a department within the Prime Minister's Office. The NRF sets the national direction for research and development (R&D) by developing policies, plans, and strategies for research, innovation, and enterprise. It also funds strategic initiatives and builds up R&D capabilities by nurturing research talent. The NRF aims to transform Singapore into a vibrant R&D hub that contributes toward a knowledge-intensive, innovative, and entrepreneurial economy and makes Singapore a magnet for excellence in science and innovation.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mycrocell | Jul 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Neusla | Jan 2025 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Accelerated Materials | Jul 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Liquid Group | May 2022 | Strategic | Co-investor |
| MicroSec | Sep 2020 | Grant | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
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FAQ
Where is National Research Foundation Singapore based?
National Research Foundation Singapore is headquartered in Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore.
When was National Research Foundation Singapore founded?
National Research Foundation Singapore was founded in 2006.
How many portfolio companies does National Research Foundation Singapore have?
National Research Foundation Singapore has 28 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in National Research Foundation Singapore's portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include Mycrocell, Neusla, Accelerated Materials, Liquid Group, MicroSec.
What was National Research Foundation Singapore's most recent investment?
National Research Foundation Singapore's most recent investment on Caplight was in Mycrocell in 2025.
What sectors does National Research Foundation Singapore focus on?
National Research Foundation Singapore focuses on Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, FinTech, FinTech, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, FinTech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, FinTech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Cybersecurity, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Telecommunications & Networking, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Real Estate & PropTech, Crypto & Web3, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does National Research Foundation Singapore focus on?
National Research Foundation Singapore typically invests at the Early stage.
What is National Research Foundation Singapore's AUM?
National Research Foundation Singapore's assets under management are estimated between $1.0B and $10.0B.