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EU - From Lab to Market - Successful Technology Transfer Journeys - Case: fos4x RECORDING

As part of our Technology Transfer IP Training series, we invite you here to case number 6, fos4x from Germany. This event series is jointly organised by the EPO Academy and the European IP Helpdesk.

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Each case study provides key takeaways for stakeholders in universities, other public research organisations and businesses. Overall, they demonstrate the importance of patents for technology transfer to start-ups, spin-offs and established companies.

  • intellectual property
  • Thursday 3 November 2022, 10:30 - 12:00 (CET)
  • Live streaming available

Practical information

When
Thursday 3 November 2022, 10:30 - 12:00 (CET)
Livestream
Starts on Thursday 3 November 2022, 10:30 (CET)
Webinar Recording
Languages
English
Organisers
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency
Number of seats
1000 Participants
Entrance fee
This Webinar is offered free of charge

Description

From Lab to Market

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm (CET – Central European Time UTC +1) - the webinar session will open 15 minutes before the official start

Host: European IP Helpdesk and EPO Academy

Expert: Dr Christian Hackl, CEO of TUM-Tech

Moderator: Stephanie Weber, Communication Manager, European IP Helpdesk

Level of Expertise: Intermediate

Case: fos4x

Encouraged by an IP-savvy university institute director with an entrepreneurial spirit and positive feedback from industry sponsors, a team of young researchers decided to bring their fibre optic measurement technology to market. Access to the university’s patent portfolio and research facilities, together with the business experience acquired by one of the co-founders, paved the way to the creation of fos4X. The young company decided early on to focus on applications for wind turbines, and their patents turned out to be crucial in a market of mostly large players. The company was acquired in 2020 by PolyTech on the basis of its innovative technology and IP portfolio.

Sensors for blades

  • It is essential for the founding team to have access to business competence. The technology transfer office cannot provide this, as it is not part of the start-up’s operational team.
  • Patents can work as an initial indicator of professionalism and competiveness when a young start-up with new technology becomes visible to established companies.
  • Solid patent protection is a prerequisite for many investors looking to invest in technology start-ups. However, cash flow-generating activities at an early stage can help to provide funds until market introduction and are also positive signals to investors.
  • While core IP has strategic value and should be prioritised, the transfer of non-core IP provides an opportunity for rapid monetisation.

Duration: 60 minutes (presentation) + 15 minutes (Q&As)

Fee: The webinar will be offered free of charge.

Assistance: For any technical assistance or questions, please contact the training team at: trainingatiprhelpdesk [dot] eu (training[at]iprhelpdesk[dot]eu)