Venture Catalysts is an accelerator that is focused on the creation of start-ups based on technological and scientific projects. It supports visionary researchers and entrepreneurs to release the full potential of their technologies and act as a catalyst on the development of new technology-based ventures. It focuses on high technology areas from agriculture and food technology, biotechnology, energy and environment, health, materials and software development. The firm was founded in 2010 and is based in Matosinhos, Portugal.