we identified a set of high-potential technologies that could be further evaluated with additional in depth technical due diligence.
Translating Science into New Ventures: Scalable Programs Deep tech entrepreneurs today are not alone. There is a wealth of resources to support the early steps in launching a new venture. One of the most promising initiatives aimed at empowering deep tech entrepreneurs in turning technology concepts into viable products is the Activate Fellowship. Founded in 2015, Activate is a nonprofit organization that supports technical founders to bridge the science-to-market gap in the United States. Based on a yearly selection process, Activate fellows receive attractive benefits such as a two-year stipend, start-up funding, community building and networking support as well as targeted start-up coaching. Additionally, fellows are able to retain their intellectual property rights and access vital research tools, equipment and facilities through collaboration with a host laboratory. Sponsored by innovation agencies and philanthropists, the Activate fellowship has a proven-track record in supporting entrepreneurs on their early journey to build impactful companies from scientific discoveries. As such, the Activate Fellowship provides a scalable initiative to address the ‘lab-to-impact’ gap by supporting deep tech entrepreneurs and should be expanded.
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