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Come to the next Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum on Saturday April 20th and learn about "What Precedes Pre-seed?" or how to get your startup funded when you are just 3 Ph.D.s and a Dog. We have two amazing keynote speakers lined up,: Julie Schoenfeld - former CEO of Strobe and VP of GM Cruise. Now Caltech Entrepreneur in Residence Dr. Andrea Belz - Vice Dean of Transformative Initiatives, USC Viterbi School of Engineering The landscape for startup funding is changing rapidly with initial investments harder to find. But more technology than ever is available for starting companies and many great companies were formed during economic downturns. Can entrepreneurs launch a new venture in the current environment when they are still “3 PhDs and a Dog”? Is there funding for them other than “Friends, Family and Fools”? Can partnerships fill the void? Can they mix equity funding with Federal Grant funding? Join us to explore the options with expert speakers who are investors, successful entrepreneurs, technology transfer leaders and government funding officials. After keynote presentation and panel discussion there will be audience Q&A along with plenty of networking https://lu.ma/ps2cjhu4

We're proud to spotlight the insights shared by Harry Santamaki in his latest article on the pros and cons of creating university spin-offs. Harry's deep dive into the ecosystem offers veteran perspectives for entrepreneurs and academics alike, navigating the journey from research to market 🔬 ➡ 🏭 👉 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gxpu9QxV #Innovation #UniversitySpinoffs #StartupEcosystem #VoimaVentures #DeepTech StartupCity Magazine

New insights from Harvard research reveal that university spinouts with hybrid founding teams—combining academic expertise with industry experience—may have a better chance at securing funding and achieving successful exits. This approach not only leverages the unique knowledge base of academic founders but also bridges the gap to market with the strategic and operational know-how of seasoned entrepreneurs. Dive deeper into the study's findings here: https://lnkd.in/gi3wmhKa #UniversitySpinouts #AcademicEntrepreneurship #HybridTeams #StartupSuccess #InnovationLeadership

🌟Registration deadline extended - Register until July 11th to get an exciting opportunity to look at your research from another angle! 🌟 During the one-day workshop, you will focus on the WHY behind your #research with various methods while exploring your research's potential in line with the #SustainableDevelopmentGoals 🌍 and the #impact you can have. 🚀 The workshop will take place at the Collective Incubator and is organized by our friends at RWTH Innovation in cooperation with Young Entrepreneurs in Science and powered by the Falling Walls Foundation. 🚀 Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference with your research and secure your spot now! #ResearchImpact #Innovation #Sciencepreneurship #Sustainability

Exciting news! I'm thrilled to announce that the Chalmers University of Technology Foundation is further strengthening its support for Chalmers Ventures to spearhead innovation. Following a strategic decision by the Chalmers Foundation's board, I'm delighted to disclose that Chalmers Ventures will significantly boost its investment efforts with a substantial 90 million SEK earmarked for 2024. This notable increase from previous years—30 million from 2016 to 2021, 50 million in 2022, and 70 million in 2023—underscores our steadfast commitment to nurturing innovation and empowering visionary entrepreneurs. In 2023, Chalmers Ventures achieved outstanding results, delivering a remarkable profit of 44 million SEK to our evergreen engine. The profit will be used to investments new deeptech companies that we creates together with amazing scientists and entrepreneurs, but also to follow on investments in our current portfolio of 94 companies. Chalmers is deeply committed to backing deeptech companies that tackle pressing global challenges. In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, it is imperative that we, alongside other stakeholders, continue to invest in companies whose pioneering ideas are firmly grounded in research and cutting-edge innovation. This expanded investment mandate not only reflects the confidence of the Chalmers Ventures team in our mission, but also reinforces our collective resolve to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem of innovation. As we embark on this exhilarating journey, I extend a warm invitation to #scientists, #investors, and #entrepreneurs to collaborate with the accomplished Chalmers Ventures team in our pursuit to unlock the full potential of technology-driven innovation. Together, we can propel groundbreaking ideas from concept to reality and effectuate meaningful change on a global scale! Let's ignite innovation and drive change together! 🔥✨ #VentureCapital #UniversitySpinout

According to Fast Company and Inc. Magazine, #Purdue is No. 26 on their list of international #IgnitionSchools, ranking our university among the world’s top incubators for #entrepreneurship and #innovation. The publications describe ignition schools as “launchpads for the visionaries who will write the next chapters of the entrepreneurial story” and drivers of economic impact through their teaching and research programs. Purdue’s vibrant culture of discovery is evidenced in its status as a top 10 American university for patents received in each of the last four years. In addition, 1,000-plus Purdue-developed technologies are available for licensing and nearly 400 startups have launched through Purdue Innovates. Learn more about why Purdue qualifies as a top ignition school: https://lnkd.in/e5qVn6Vv

Join our workshop with Young Entrepreneurs in Science to discover "The Impact of your Research" | What impact would you like to create with your research? By looking at the golden circle framework, this workshop specifically designed for #PhD students and #postdocs focuses on the WHY behind your work. You will also reflect about user groups and the network of stakeholders that surround you and your research. Why could they benefit from your research? Brainstorm potential use cases and help each other to take your ideas to the next level. Workshop goals: ▪ Reflect on the WHY behind your research work ▪ Think about potential areas of impact that your research can contribute to ▪ Assess potential through identifying users/stakeholders ▪ Develop or extend potential use cases based on your research & network Who: PhD students and postdocs of all disciplines When: 15 July 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m⁣. Register by 8 July 2024: https://lnkd.in/eZbyadtz #ESCNRW #technology #transfer #innovation #startups #entrepreneurship #deeptech RWTH Aachen University | Falling Walls Foundation | Forschungszentrum Jülich⁣ | Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz

🌤 Founding your own company isn't easy. We all know that. But we can and do make things easier through the Berliner Startup Stipendium and the support of Science & Startups. If that is something you or someone you know is considering, please note that the application period is open until the end of May! Further details in the post below. #BerlinerStartupStipendium #Startups #Scholarship #Entrepreneurship

Through collaboration, exploration and research, Iowa State University is making a difference statewide by helping grow business, preparing the future workforce and fostering entrepreneurship. Here are a few examples of how Iowa State University Economic Development and Industry Relations and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach are bringing economic prosperity and innovation to all 99 Iowa counties. 📈 In 2022-23, ISU Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship and local SBDC served 1,423 clients, which led to 63 new ventures, 362 jobs and $41.4 million in capital raised. 🔬 External support for Iowa State research has far-reaching benefits, including a $20 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to create the technologies and develop the workforce to build and grow advanced biomanufacturing capacity in the state. 💻 The Iowa State University Research Park is home to 131 companies and nearly 2,500 employees. Another 9,709 employees are located in communities across the state working for companies in the Research Park. See more > https://lnkd.in/giEn8e9q #IowaStateInnovates #economicdevelopment #investment #IowaState #research #jobs

🤔 Are you a campus researcher, problem-solver, #inventor, maker, entrepreneur, or social impact #innovator? Are you looking to maximize impact for your #research, turn your idea into a product or service, or start a company or organization? ➡️ Discover inspiring stories and practical tools to advance your idea at Innovate Week, coordinated by UW’s Discovery to Product (D2P) and Innovate Network. #Innovation- and #entrepreneurship-focused organizations will offer events, learning and networking opportunities, and connections to resources for faculty, students, and staff. You don't want to miss this. 🎉