A new group of entrepreneurs has joined UIC Discover, UIC’s business development program designed for early-stage startups with innovative ideas. Delivered primarily online, the program offers personalized business coaching and flexible learning. The selected startups reflect a strong diversity of ideas – spanning AI, healthtech, sustainability, neurodiversity, e-commerce, and next-generation logistics.
New business ideas get support
UIC Discover gives startups the opportunity to test, validate, and further develop their business ideas with the support of experienced business developers and subject-matter experts. The program is mainly delivered online, allowing participants to engage when it suits their schedule. Along the way, they receive personal coaching from a dedicated business advisor to explore ideas and tackle challenges. Participants are also invited to networking events, in-person workshops, and community gatherings.
— UIC Discover was created to meet entrepreneurs where they are. We often meet people with strong ideas and great potential, but they need flexibility to develop them alongside work, studies, or other responsibilities. By combining a digital program with self-paced assignments, hands-on coaching and access to our network, we help founders focus on what matters most in the early phase – validating the idea and laying the foundation for sustainable growth, says Jessica Mansourati, Business Developer at UIC.
“We often meet people with strong ideas and great potential, but they need flexibility to develop them alongside work, studies, or other responsibilities.“
Supporting startups through UIC Discover
Through UIC Discover, entrepreneurs gain not only the tools to sharpen their business ideas, but also access to a strong network of advisors, investors, and fellow startups. The program helps founders take the step from idea to tested business – building clear business models, validating markets, and establishing a solid base for growth.
— The first Discover batch includes startups working with everything from AI-powered healthcare and research tools to sustainable materials. These founders are curious, skilled, and eager to validate and realize their ideas quickly. It’s inspiring to see such a breadth of knowledge and ambition united by the goal of building truly impactful companies, adds Jessica Mansourati.
The new innovative startups in UIC Discover fall 2025:
- AidMix
AidMix is a digital marketplace that connects researchers with companies in need of scientific consulting. The platform offers smart matching, secure payments, and efficient delivery of expert knowledge. - AINA
AINA TELIOS develops digital assistive tools for people with neurodivergent conditions. Their scalable SaaS solution empowers users to plan, organize, and structure everyday life more easily. - Empower Medica
EmpowerMedica is an AI-driven platform that transforms patient-reported data into clinically relevant summaries. The aim is to reduce administrative burden, increase patient engagement, and improve care quality. - ePI Digital Solutions
ePI Digital Solutions helps pharmaceutical companies modernize product information by automating the conversion from PDF to FHIR XML – saving time, ensuring compliance, and aligning with EU ePI standards. - Foundinity
Foundinity is a digital platform that matches entrepreneurs with the right co-founder based on ambition, skillset, and personality – building stronger, more aligned startup teams. - Habibian Innovation Studio
Based in Uppsala, this independent creative studio blends design, sustainability, and digital culture to create practical, human-centered solutions for tomorrow. - HomeKeeper
HomeKeeper is an AI tool that automatically extracts and stores information from receipts and images – streamlining property documentation for owners and real estate companies. - iLivF
iLivF is an AI platform that captures and preserves a person’s thoughts, stories, and personality – creating a digital memory that can live on after life. - LabFluent
LabFluent is a digital platform that simplifies lab equipment management. Users can book, maintain, and track laboratory tools – all in one efficient system. - Materis
Materis recycles agricultural by-products, like rice husks, into biodegradable children’s tableware. Their mission is to reduce plastic dependency through sustainable consumer goods. - SkillsUnfold
SkillsUnfold is an AI-powered learning platform that adapts training in data science and bioinformatics to each individual’s level. The platform emphasizes project-based learning and smart feedback. - Svensk Drönarmanufaktur Sapsan
Sapsan develops advanced drone logistics for defense use. Their current drone prototype is built to carry 20 kg over 30 km – tailored for the demands of the modern battlefield. - ThermoShield
ThermoShield offers smart thermal curtains for retrofitting older buildings. The solution reduces energy loss without affecting protected façades – ideal for cultural heritage properties. - Vexai
Vexai’s AI-powered Shopify app lets customers visualize clothing on themselves before purchasing – improving the shopping experience, increasing conversions, and reducing returns.