Deadline:30TH August, 2026
Are you a woman founder, inventor, researcher, or entrepreneur commercializing research-based innovation?
This special edition supports women innovators developing technologies through university and research-based activities, helping them address technology transfer challenges and strengthen the role of IP in their commercialization journey.
Through practical training, expert guidance and peer learning, participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to bring innovative technologies to market and build sustainable growth strategies.
If you’re developing a breakthrough technology and preparing to bring it to market, this free online program will help you integrate IP into your go-to-market strategy.
Benefits
- 1 introductory session on IP rights and the relevance for your venture.
- 5 interactive training sessions led by IP and business experts.
- Actionable factsheets and handouts to build your IP commercialization strategy.
- Practical templates and tools to support spin-off growth.
- Networking opportunities with peers, partners, and investors.
- A chance to pitch in front of investors at the final event.
- Certificate of participation (available to those who complete all sessions).
Who should apply?
- Women-led deep-tech ventures developing innovative technologies across all sectors.
- Women founders and co-founders of university spin-offs and research-based ventures.
- Women inventors and researchers from universities and research institutions looking to commercialize technologies and create spin-offs.
Program requirements
Participants should:
- Be a woman founder, co-founder, inventor or lead innovator.
- Be developing a deep-tech product (e.g. digital, science- or technology-based).
- Have a technology readiness level (TRL) of 4-8.
- Have a venture ready to commercialize and scale.
For more information and application.
