Startups powered by science
We back scientist entrepreneurs working at the intersections of technology, biology, materials, and energy. Our companies are creating anti-matter space propulsion, biofabricated leather, and more. Join us in building a future powered by science.
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Early Stage Science
Breakout Labs is a fund within the Thiel Foundation that supports early stage companies as they transition radical scientific discoveries out of the lab and into the market.
Supporting
Scientist Entrepreneurs
Since 2012, our team has worked with more than 30 companies; deep science startups with strong commercial potential.
What we do
Funding
We provide grants up to $500,000 to promising science startups. If you raise funds later, the grants are exchanged for equity.
Support
We join your team. We’ll be your biggest fan and your most direct critics, because you don’t have time to waste.
Network
Access to an elite network of investors, partners, and resources to help you build your business.
Community
We connect you with other Breakout Labs founders who have faced similar challenges and are always eager to share their experiences.
Exposure
We help drive press attention when you hit milestones and regularly host showcase events for you to meet investors and strategic partners.
