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Ideation->execution – we have the skills, knowledge and expertise to nurture and guide great ideas all the way through, which is only going to be strengthened through our new UniSC Innovation department. Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Helen Bartlett, said the move was a "natural progression for our ongoing work in the innovation space." “UniSC has been an early pioneer and incubator for some of Queensland’s most innovative products, services, businesses and people, accelerating business start-ups and helping existing enterprises to expand," she said. “UniSC Innovation now transforms traditional business incubation into a unique blend of co-working, collaborative learning and testing labs, programs and networking – a space where new ideas can flourish and knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurship come together for real impact." This is a really exciting move for us that will only increase the opportunities and benefits for our community, students and valued partners. Follow the link to read more: https://brnw.ch/21wO2X3

"VIPC is committed to expanding partnerships that foster robust ecosystems across the Commonwealth and help spur high-growth technology companies and innovation breakthroughs.” — Joe Benevento, VIPC President and CEO Read more about VIPC awarding a Regional Innovation Ecosystem Grant to Startup Virginia to expand opportunities and resources for innovators and entrepreneurs in Richmond here: https://bit.ly/48V8P6r

ICYMI: Companies, entrepreneurs, investors and universities from across the globe will converge in Indianapolis next month for RALLY, the biggest global cross-sector innovation conference. This year, several Purdue University-connected companies have been selected to take part in the IN-Prize Pitch Competition. Ag & Food: -Insignum AgTech -ReproHealth Technologies, Inc. -*Alternate* anu™ (previously gropod) Hardtech -Ateios Systems -Tactile Engineering -Uniform Sierra Aerospace Healthcare -*Alternate* Neurava Inc. Finalists will pitch before an audience of venture capitalists, angel investors, entrepreneurs, early adopters, corporate executives, universities, and partners for a chance at $5M in investments. More info about #RALLY2024: https://bit.ly/3zA9EDQ

🌟 Opportunity Alert for Danish Start-Ups and Innovators! 🌟 Are you a Danish start-up, researcher, or innovator with a bold idea that would contribute to a better future? Then, let us introduce you to SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen – the Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation in Germany. SPRIND accepts applications from Danish innovators! It is a unique hub designed to turn radical ideas into groundbreaking innovations. The purpose is to foster and fund high-risk, high-reward projects that have the potential to revolutionize industries.  SPRIND is particularly interested in projects that push the boundaries of what is possible, whether it is developing advanced technologies, creating sustainable solutions, or pioneering new business models. They offer support with funding and resources, mentorship, and connecting your project to the relevant network within the innovation ecosystem.   Are you part of the Danish innovation community and have a disruptive innovation idea, then you are more than welcome to apply for your project to SPRIND. At the Innovation Centre Denmark Munich, we are striving to help Danish innovative ideas enter the German market, and we are happy to help you with more information and how to apply. This is also an opportunity for the Danish innovation community to expand its footprint in Germany. By collaborating with SPRIND, you can access a broader market, secure funding, and be part of a vibrant ecosystem dedicated to innovation. Let us know if you are curious and would like us to connect you to a contact at SPRIND. Marlis Erichsen 🔗 Interested in learning more? Find a link to SPRIND in the first comment #Ecosystem #InnovationManagement #NewTechnology #Research #Project #Funding #Collaboration #Network #Startup #Entrepreneur

Don't miss out on our final event! 📆 19.11.2024, 10:00-11:30 🗺 SpaceTech Expo Bremen, Germany Participation is free - register now on our website! https://lnkd.in/dYqDPpvz The event will be structured around two key sessions. The opening session will feature a formal welcome and introductory remarks, followed by an in-depth presentation of the SPREAD2INNO project’s results, including support extended to 120 companies in Italy, Greece and Bulgaria, participation of 24 companies in specialized 2 Innovation Academies, and 6 companies receiving custom acceleration training. The second session will be a panel discussion, featuring investors who will provide insights relevant to entrepreneurs exploring funding pathways within the deeptech sector. This discussion will address the broader impact and importance of investments in deeptech for SME innovation and competitiveness in Europe. A key value of this event is the opportunity for entrepreneurs to engage directly with the investors, offering them unique insights and potential avenues for funding. This interaction aims to bridge SMEs with critical investment sources, enhancing the role of deeptech innovation in driving European competitiveness. Fondazione E. Amaldi | Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK | EBAN - European Business Angel Network | Teseas | Cleantech Bulgaria | Patras Science Park ( Επιστημονικό Πάρκο Πατρών) Revolv Space | Astradyne | Campsaround | Solumar | SaferPLACES | Dataphoria #EUInnovationAgenda #HorizonEU #SMEs #innovation #startup #EUInnovationEcosystems #EISMEA

#VDS2024 > On 23-24 October I’ll attend VDS, the Valencia Digital Summit, and look forward to meeting like-minded innovators, investors and other ecosystem members passionate about #InnovatingTheFuture and #MakingItHappen. Organised by Startup Valencia it’s of Southern Europe's most prominent international tech events. Under the theme 'Embracing evolution: Invest in the leaders of tomorrow', this seventh edition examines how the current technological revolution is positively impacting society. ClusterBridge was founded in Switzerland in 2002, and provides hands-on international #businessdevelopment & #corporatefinance #services to clients supporting them to be pragmatic, bold, and #innovative.   Leveraging solid #operational and #consulting experience across industries and geographies, ClusterBridge conducts #VenturePrising, also creating new #businesses and #ventures, set-up and funded as independent entities. To date these include ProsFit, STRYDE Global and ixpertis. If you’d like to get together in #Valencia, just send a PM. If you’ve not planned to attend, think about it! See https://vds.tech/ #ClusterBridge #ArchitectingNewBusiness #Innovation #Insights #ProsFit #ProstheticsAndOrthotics #ixpertis #STRYDEGlobal #ChangingLives #digitaltechnologies

🔬 Europe has immense untapped potential when it comes to technology and innovation. During our recent event with the Rising Tide Collective we put the spotlight on challenges and solutions for university spin-offs. 🚧 The main hurdle? The intellectual property (IP) transfer process. This is typically complex and time-consuming, yet it’s a critical piece of the puzzle we need to solve to unlock sciencepreneurship at a wider scale in Europe. 👀 Swipe through to see the word clouds summarising the collective wisdom of our audience: 🤯 What makes spinning off tough? 👉 IP transfer, lack of resources, and the need for a supportive infrastructure. ✅ What can ease the process? 👉 Calls for standardised IP transfer, less bureaucracy, and fostering an entrepreneurial spirit. 🤓 To tackle these, here are my top 3 resources: 1️⃣ For negotiating IP transfer, check out our in-depth article by Yair Reem 👉 https://lnkd.in/e5eGyMK5 2️⃣ Aspiring sciencepreneurs can find guidance on this platform by Dr. ir. Ana Koller from First Momentum Ventures 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXWwiSKA 3️⃣ Discover how greenCHEM | Chemical Invention Factory is simplifying IP transfer and creating entrepreneurship education modules together with the Technische Universität Berlin 👉 https://lnkd.in/eh2ukVwk 🙏 Thanks so much for hosting us Bridgemaker, for co-organising Adrian Friederich (Astanor Ventures), Quentin Calleja (Atlantic Labs), Fernanda Bartels (Extantia) and for the lively discussion Martin Rahmel (greenCHEM | Chemical Invention Factory), Timur SİRMAN (MAGNOTHERM), Till Moldenhauer (SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen), Nicolas Rode (Falling Walls Foundation). 🤔 What are your favourite resources? Share them with us in the comments 👇 #climatetech #investing #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #startup #sciencepreneurship #science #engineering #technology #innovation #universityspinoffs #intellectualproperty #freeIP

Can’t believe all these events have been within one month:   ▶ The TenU Innovation Summit at the Mansion House, London, including the launch of the USIT for Software Guide, a sector-wide initiative offering a set of recommendations to accelerate investment deals for software university spinouts. 💡 Collaboration results in significant accomplishments.   ▶ Founders at the University of Cambridge Demo Day in London, where I saw great pitches from founders who are bringing incredible cutting-edge technologies to market: AetoSense | BioTryp Therapeutics | BravelyCultured | Cambridge Vision Technology | Molyon | Nanomation | Orbit | Protonera | VOLTQUANT | William Oak Diagnostics | Xterna Check them out!   💡 Supporting ambitious entrepreneurs drives innovation that can change the world.   ▶ PraxisAuril conference in Blackpool, where they announced their rebranding and adopting the new identity of Knowledge Exchange UK.   💡 Change is necessary.   ▶ J.P. Morgan's 2nd annual event “University Spin-outs: Connecting to Capital”.   💡 Success relies on persistence and the skill of setting clear expectations with everyone.   ▶ UCL Business Ltd’s Summer Reception, UCLB’s celebration of another year of world-changing ideas and innovation.   💡 Celebrating success is crucial.    Happy Summer! #USITforSoftware #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Change

💡Do you have a bold idea that could reshape the world? 🔬Ever find yourself lacking resources to get started with innovation? 🚀Look No Further! Innovation OnBoard UofT is your launchpad! 🧨Join us on September 25th for an interactive workshop where we will discuss the emerging opportunities in the healthcare innovation landscape.

💡 A new tech report on Wales from UKTN reveals it is emerging as a global hub for innovation that is home to significant tech clusters. Presenting an overview of the Welsh tech ecosystem and exploring the factors affecting tech and business growth, the report highlights key players, including AberInnovation, the home of Agxio’s laboratory in Aberystwyth, and the Development Bank of Wales, a highly valued Agxio investor. 👀 For an in-depth guide to the fast-growing Welsh tech sector, a look at what’s next for the Welsh tech ecosystem, and more, the report is available here 👇 #Wales #tech #innovation #business