Proof-of-concept (PoC) programmes can play a relevant role in bridging the gap between research outputs and market-ready innovations. This webinar explores how PoC funding can de-risk early-stage technologies, strengthen commercialisation strategies, and accelerate industry engagement. Using the University of Cambridge’s Technology Investment Fund as a case study, we will examine governance models, selection criteria, funding structures, and impact metrics. The session aims to provide practical insights on the design, implementation, and impact of PoC programmes.
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Patricia Lima
Instituto Superior Technico, Portugal
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Paul van Dun
KU Leuven, Belgium
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University of Innsbruck, Austria
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Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain
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Petr Suchomel
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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