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University of Bristol to partner in £300m investment vehicle to support innovation and growth
11 October 2024
The University of Bristol is one of six universities in the SETsquared partnership teaming up with leading regional investment firm QantX to launch a new £300m spin-out focused investment vehicle.
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- University of Bristol to partner in £300m investment vehicle to support innovation and growth 11 October 2024 The University of Bristol is one of six universities in the SETsquared partnership teaming up with leading regional investment firm QantX to launch a new £300m spin-out focused investment vehicle.
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