Archive · 4 Aug 2025
IISc Incubator Aids Deep-Tech Startups to Thrive
Imagine scientists with cool ideas for new tech, but they need help to make them real.
That's where places like IISc's FSID come in.
FSID gives these scientists labs, experts, and money to build their startups.
They've helped over a hundred companies, some of which are becoming really successful.
The startups work on things like healthcare, space tech, and new materials.
FSID also helps them get funding, and even provides support like mental health programs to help the founders.
It's like a special school and support system for people with big tech ideas!
IISc's FSID incubator supports deep-tech startups with infrastructure and mentorship.
FSID has aided 120 startups, including 'minicorns' like Astrome Technologies and Bellatrix Aerospace.
Startups gain access to labs, mentorship, and funding connections through FSID.
FSID facilitates connections to public and private capital sources.
FSID provides rent-free incubation and mental wellness programs, supporting founders.
- Who
- Deep-tech startups and the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) at IISc.
- What
- IISc's FSID incubator supports deep-tech startups.
- When
- FSID was formally incorporated in 2020, after launching in 1991.
- Where
- At the Indian Institute of Science (IISc).
- Why
- To accelerate deep-tech ventures by providing resources, mentorship, and connections.
- Incubator Name
- FSID (STEM Cell)
- Institute
- Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- Startups Aided
- 120
- Startup Domains
- Medtech, Healthtech, Sustainability, Space-tech, etc.
- Minicorns
- 4
- Founder Support
- Rent-free incubation, mental wellness