🚀 AcceleratorAI / Deeptech
Edinburgh AI Accelerator
Run by University of Edinburgh|Backed by University of Edinburgh
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Application deadline
Applications closed
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Investment
£8K stipend — no equity
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Cohort
6-month equity-free programme + £8k stipend; Cohort 10 closed; next cohort Sept 2026
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Location
Edinburgh
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Instrument
Grant
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Region
Scotland
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What they look for
AI and data science startups with novel approaches. Scotland-based or willing to relocate. Strong technical founding team required.
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What to expect
Structured accelerator using Edinburgh's AI research capabilities, mentoring from professors and industry, stipend support
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Team requirements
AI researchers or early-stage AI founders; connection to Edinburgh preferred
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Notable alumni
Mantis Geophysics, IVVI, Chirrup.ai, Space Intelligence, Inicio.AI
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Recent news
~Aug 2026 application window expected
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