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UCANACT

Utrecht, Netherlands

pre-seed$0.9M raisedFreshly fundedBiotechDeep Tech: Sensors & InstrumentationDigital Health

Total Raised

$0.9M

Stage

pre-seed

Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Founded

2025

Team size

1-10

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About UCANACT

Dutch neurotechnology startup developing a brain-computer interface that translates brain signals into computer actions and speech for people with motor disabilities.

What sets it apart

It combines brain signals from wearables or implants with AI-driven software and is designed to be device-agnostic, enabling both communication and digital control with minimal user training.

Sectors

BiotechDeep Tech: Sensors & InstrumentationDigital Healthneurotechnologyassistive technology

Business

Modelhardware

CustomerPeople with motor disabilities, including those with severe paralysis or locked-in syndrome

Notable

  • Won the Ureka Mega Challenge 2025
  • Secured €800,000 in pre-seed funding in September 2026
  • Spin-out from UMC Utrecht
  • Named as a startup at UtrechtInc

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Funding rounds

15 Sept 2026

Led by LUMO Labs, Utrecht Holdings Seed Fund

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FAQ

What does UCANACT do?

Dutch neurotechnology startup developing a brain-computer interface that translates brain signals into computer actions and speech for people with motor disabilities.

Where is UCANACT based?

UCANACT is based in Utrecht, Netherlands, founded in 2025.

How much has UCANACT raised?

UCANACT has raised $0.9M in tracked funding and is currently at the pre-seed stage.

Who has invested in UCANACT?

Investors in UCANACT include UtrechtInc, NWO Take-off and UREKA Mega Challenge.