POL, established in 2016, is a Japanese startup that operates at the intersection of Data Analytics, Information Technology, and Human Resources. The company's mission, encapsulated in its slogan, "Creating a platform that maximizes the possibilities of researchers," drives its development of platforms aiming to enhance academic and corporate research collaboration.
Pivotal to its offerings are LabBase, a platform connecting talented STEM students with companies for research opportunities, and Lab-On, which aims to elevate the perception of academia by showcasing researchers and their achievements.
Headquartered in Japan, POL most recently attracted significant attention with its Series B investment on 01 September 2022, backed by JIC Venture Growth Investments. The company is strategically positioned to capture emerging trends in researcher-industry synergies, making it an attractive prospect for investors focused on educational technology and institutional collaborations.