Beyond the Patent: How to Build Successful Companies from University Deep-Tech
This session explores the critical transition from academic discovery to commercial market leadership, moving past the filing of a patent to the creation of a resilient business. We will dissect the successful models for team formation, funding, and infrastructure that allow deep-tech spinouts to scale. Our goal is to identify how Europe can bridge the "valley of death" by better aligning research excellence with commercial execution.
Discussion questions:
What Actually Works (and Doesn’t) in Translating Deep-Tech Research
Talent and Team Formation?
Funding Structures That Support or Hinder Deep Tech
The Role of Ecosystems and Infrastructure
What makes a region a magnet for deep-tech spinouts?
HOST: Dr Craig Jantzen – Nuclear Scientist, UK Technology Diplomat, British Embassy (Stockholm)
Contributors to the session:
- James Amphlett - Co-Founder and CTO, Nordic Salt Cycle
- Lisa Haidacher - Analyst, GET Fund
- Jannis Angelis - Associate Professor, KTH
- Pok Yeung Lee - COO, IONLACE