From the blackboard to the boardroom: why university is a great place to become an entrepreneur – Physics World
What does an idea need to change the world? Physics drives scientific advancements in healthcare, green energy, sustainable materials and many other applications. However, to bridge the gap between research and real-world applications, physicists need to be equipped with entrepreneurship skills. Many students dream of using their knowledge and passion for physics to change the world, […]
Breakthrough Fellowship Program aims to help researchers become founders – Australian Manufacturing Forum
State government-backed venture fund Breakthrough Victoria has announced a new $7.5 million Breakthrough Fellowship Program, aimed at supporting researcher entrepreneur talent. According to a statement from the organisation on Friday, the program aims to cultivate “the next generation of startup founders from Victorian universities and medical research institutes” and is predicted to “establish up to 50 […]
TU Dublin spinout gets €1m from Enterprise Ireland Commercialisation Fund
TU Dublin Innovation & Knowledge Transfer Office and Dr Sean Bond, a researcher from TU Dublin, have been awarded a grant from Enterprise Ireland’s Commercialisation Fund valued at nearly €1 million. Dr Bond’s spinout, Sm:art, uses advanced sensors, machine learning, and automated treatment to prevent structural deterioration in reinforced concrete. By shifting from reactive fixes […]
Monash Venture Studio launched as new incubator for spinouts – Monash Innovation
Monash Innovation has launched Monash Venture Studio, a new addition to their Innovation Ecosystem and an exciting new initiative designed to accelerate research entrepreneurship and innovation. This collaboration, led by The Generator and Monash Innovation, will provide a faster and more efficient pathway for spinning out groundbreaking innovations from the university. The Monash Venture Studio is […]