District 3 is excited to host BCF for an exclusive workshop on navigating the complexities of IP built out of academic institutions. The workshop will be delivered by the stellar BCF team, featuring Tuba Yamaç, Misha Benjamin, Julien Lacheré, and Paul Gagnon who will cover the following topics:

• Transitioning from university research to a business requires careful planning and collaboration with academic stakeholders.
• IP negotiations can be complex, involving ownership, licensing, and university policies that impact the startup’s future.
• Leveraging data and open-source software offers cost benefits but requires careful attention to licensing and scalability.
• Commercializing university research involves longer timelines due to additional development and regulatory needs.
• Balancing research integrity with market demands is key to turning academic work into a successful business.