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Course description​

Commercialisation offers researchers a strategic pathway to amplify the societal impact of their work by transforming innovative ideas into products and services. This impact pathway provides distinctive opportunities to scale and integrate research results into everyday professional practices.

 

This training will equip researchers with practical strategies to navigate the journey from academic research to market-ready innovations. The course begins at the early stages of this process, recognising the commercial potential of their research and proactively managing intellectual property (IP).

 

Practical activities during the training will focus on addressing common challenges, including IP negotiations and aligning commercialisation timelines with academic commitments. In addition, participants will develop skills for sustaining innovations beyond the academic environment and addressing emerging ethical issues. 

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Key benefits​​

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• Learn how to leverage commercialisation as a strategic tool to amplify research impact beyond traditional academic channels.

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• Gain practical skills to recognise and evaluate the commercial potential of research outputs early in the research lifecycle.

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• Identify relevant parties to engage as you work to get your ideas off the ground.

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• Build capacity in identifying, managing, and protecting intellectual property effectively within an academic research context.

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• Develop strategies for managing commercialisation timelines and pressures realistically alongside academic responsibilities.

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• Address ethical and reputational challenges proactively, ensuring commercial pathways uphold academic integrity.

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At the end of this workshop:​​

• Receive slides and links to useful resources you can borrow and adapt for your work.

• Receive curated responses to participants' questions via email after the workshop, with responses provided within one week.

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