Scaling Deeptech: From Lab to Market
Let’s unlock the future with Deeptech as we explore how we can tackle humanity’s most pressing challenges, and what it takes to scale a deeptech venture from a lab to live market.
Unlocking the potential of Deeptech
Deeptech is enabling ideas that were once confined to the lab to now building the future of the world economy, one company, one tech, one startup at a time.
AI, Robotics, Biotech, Nanotech, Energy & Environment…this list goes on.
Deeptech is revolutionizing industries and transforming the way we live; smart cities, precision medicine, climate neutral tech are not just pipedreams, but tangible realities now.
So, how do we scale them faster?
Previous Speakers
Rubina Singh, M.Eng
Deeptech Principal | Octopus Ventures
William Byrne, Ph.D
Associate | Illumina Ventures
Mari-Ann Meigo Fonseca
COO | Gelatex
Zeno Fox
National Co-Managing Director | Nucleate Germany
Knowledge you will Gain
Europe has emerged as a leading hub for deeptech innovation. Hear from the ecosystem stakeholders including founders, investors, and industry plus academic partners to learn what it takes to move deeptech out of the lab.
State of Europe’s Deeptech Innovation Ecosystem
Key emerging sectors, active funds and public support available. With numerous startups, research institutions, and government support, the ecosystem in Europe is thriving.
Bridging the Gap: From Lab to Market
Insights from Entrepreneurs: Inspiring conversation with a leading entrepreneur who has successfully ‘broken out’ of the lab.
Supporting Deeptech Innovation
The deeptech entrepreneurial ecosystem requires a collaborative approach at all levels. Everything you know about building startups is different in deeptech. Let’s hear from the key decision-makers.
An Interactive & Immersive Schedule
This Masterclass will cover the following topics:
1. Kick-Off & Intro (09:00 - 09:30)
Welcome & introductions
Understanding Deeptech
Current trends
2. State of the Deeptech Innovation Ecosystem (09:30 - 10:10)
Overview of the Innovation Ecosystem in Europe and Ireland
Requirements to accelerate Deeptech
Break
3. Bridging the gap: From Lab to Commercialisation (10:20 - 11:00)
Success stories
How to validate deeptech solutions in real-world scenarios
Overcoming challenges in commercialising Deeptech
Interactive discussion with breakout groups
4. Supporting Deeptech Innovation In Ireland and the EU (11:00 - 11:50)
Role of incubators, accelerators, and mentorship programs in nurturing deeptech ventures
Exploring diverse funding sources
Building a strong ecosystem
Interactive discussion with breakout groups
5. Action & Wrap (11:50 - 12:00)
Next steps & resources
Course Details
When is it: To be announced
Time Commitment: 3 hours (includes breaks)
Format: Hybrid session - Offered virtually for all and in person at Republic of Work, Cork
How to Prepare: Download/update the Zoom desktop app, and make sure your video and audio are clear and have a stable internet connection.
Description: In this course we will give you an overview of the current trends in the deeptech ecosystem and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of bringing deeptech to market. We will dive into the state of the deeptech innovation ecosystem, challenges entrepreneurs need to overcome to build on scale, funding strategies to support ventures in this sector to build a better support ecosystem for our entrepreneurs. You will get a chance to hear from the startups that did ‘break out’ of the lab.