Author name: Marcin Stolarek

Innovation Brokers – Bridging the Gap Between Science and Business

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Modern medicine is evolving rapidly, yet many promising research projects never reach commercialization. According to an OECD report, a significant portion of innovations remain within academia and fail to make it into clinical practice. One of the key reasons is a lack of commercialization expertise and effective collaboration with the business sector. In this context, …

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Substantive Evaluation of Pre-Implementation Projects

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As part of the activities of the GUMed Technology Transfer Centre, one of the most important stages in supporting innovation development is the substantive evaluation of pre-implementation projects. This process lays the foundation for further cooperation and determines the direction in which the project will be developed and brought to the market. Pre-implementation projects are …

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Formal evaluation of grant applications

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Formal evaluation is a crucial step in determining whether a grant application will even be considered. For researchers seeking funding for pre-commercialisation work, understanding this process can significantly improve their chances of success. Formal evaluation involves checking that the application meets all the formal requirements set by the grant competition organiser. At this stage, the …

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Individual consultations with experts of the Technology Transfer Office

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The Technology Transfer Centres, which operate at the interface between science and business, provide support for technology transfer and the commercialisation of research results. It should not be forgotten, however, that one of the important tasks of our unit is also to build entrepreneurial and innovation skills within the academic community. This is particularly important …

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Enterprise Europe Network – Support for Spin-off Companies

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The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) is a global network that supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their internationalization efforts. Since its establishment in 2008, EEN has become a crucial tool for entrepreneurs, scientists, and innovators aiming to develop their projects on the international stage. Operating in over 60 countries, its goal is to facilitate …

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Digital Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship Handbook

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We invite you to explore the handbook „Training Handbook on Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Digital Health,” developed as part of the InnovAId project. The publication’s co-authors are staff members of the MUG Technology Transfer Office: About the project:The Medical University of Gdańsk organized a course where experts shared valuable knowledge applicable at various stages of …

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Pitching – the art of presenting ideas effectively

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The ability to persuade business partners to collaborate is crucial in the process of indirect commercialization, such as creating and developing spin-off companies. To effectively capture interest and encourage investment, support, or partnership, mastering the art of pitching is key. This method, widely used in business, marketing, and sales, can be equally effective in bridging …

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Foundation Medicine: From MIT Spin-Off to Bill Gates’ Support and a Strategic Partnership with Roche

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In the medical industry, few companies can boast such a successful story as Foundation Medicine, one of the leading firms in the field of genetic diagnostics. Its fascinating journey began at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where a group of talented scientists set out to transform the face of medicine by transferring revolutionary …

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