Penn Center for Innovation

PCI Ventures (PCIV) at the University of Pennsylvania is dedicated to supporting technology commercialization within the Penn community. Since 2010, PCIV has worked with over 200 faculty and staff members to form and launch new companies based on selected inventions and innovative technologies.

While there are many paths to commercialization of a new technology, the PCIV team works with Penn inventors to develop a commercial strategy that utilizes company creation as a means to increase the value of the technology while giving it exposure in the marketplace. We are committed to assisting the business team through the entire commercialization process with an array of services that includes matching a strong entrepreneur to each company, providing a network of partners to help with any number of startup needs and assisting with the raise of proof-of-concept funding.  Today, our portfolio includes companies in life sciences, medical devices, healthcare management, advanced materials, information technology, and robotics.

By connecting local entrepreneurs, investors and partners with Penn inventors, PCIV adds a powerful platform for a larger entrepreneurial ecosystem in greater Philadelphia and beyond.

The PCIV Process

  1. 01. Invention


  2. 02. Company Creation


  3. 03. Entrepreneur


  4. 04. Partners


  5. 05. Funding


  6. 06. Set Up Operations


Contact PCI Ventures

PCI Ventures

3401 Grays Ferry Ave
Bldg 176, Ste 229
Philadelphia, PA 19146