Panel | How to turn research into investable ventures

Oct 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Early stageDeeptech

Universities and research centres play an important role in helping researchers move beyond scientific discovery and explore the path towards entrepreneurship. This process requires more than technical expertise. Researchers may need support to assess the commercial potential of their work, build a founding team, understand intellectual property, develop a business model and engage with investors. This panel will explore how universities and research institutions support researchers throughout this journey. Speakers will discuss the role of technology transfer offices, incubators, entrepreneurship programmes and mentors in helping researchers create spin-offs and prepare them for investment. They will also examine how institutions can balance academic objectives with the requirements of building a viable company. This panel will explore how universities and research institutions support researchers throughout this journey. Speakers will discuss the role of technology transfer offices, incubators, entrepreneurship programmes and mentors in helping researchers create spin-offs and prepare them for investment. They will also examine how institutions can balance academic objectives with the requirements of building a viable company.