You will come
with research, you will leave
with the company
Intensive format focused on specific outcomes
Working your own project
Each participant works on their own technology/idea
Speed dating with investors
Quick consultations with VC
and business angels
Peer learning
Learn from other scientists in the same situation
Lab to market simulation
Practical technology transfer exercises
Pitch bootcamp
Intensive presentation skills training
From molecule to model, from patent to pitch
Intensive 5 days that will turn your research into a viable business plan
Day 1
Mindset Shift
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From scientific
to entrepreneurial thinking -
Success stories of Czech spin-offs
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Legal and institutional framework
Day 4
Team & Execution
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How to build a founding team
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Roles and responsibilities
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First steps to starting a business
Day 2
Technology Transfer
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How to get technology out of university
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IP strategy and protection
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Commercialization models
Day 5
Pitch Day
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Preparing a pitch deck
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Presentation before the jury
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Feedback and announcement of the winner
Day 3
Business Fundamentals
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Idea validation and market research
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Business model canvas
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Financial basics
Research Elevator: Accelerating the journey
from the laboratory
to the global market
Why take the stairs when you can take the elevator? Our unique approach shortens the journey from scientific discovery to real business from years to months.
Acceleration
Intensive programs that replace years of fumbling with months of targeted development
Accuracy
Proven methodology built
based on experience from many successful spin-offs
Connection
Direct access to investors, mentors and industry partners
Learn from the best
A combination of Czech and foreign experts – successful managers and entrepreneurs, investors, CEOs of technology companies
We will publish the confirmed lecturers soon.
Is this program for you?
Ideal candidate:
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Has a concrete scientific result with commercial potential
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Considering starting a spin-off company
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He is willing to leave his comfort zone.
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He wants to put his research into practice
Step by step
1. Explore the program
Find out how the bootcamp will turn your research into a business.
4. Will get in touch 3 days
We will confirm receipt of your application and send you the details.
2. Book the time
Block out March 16-22, 2026 – it’s going to be intense.
5. Dive into the program
A week full of practical workshops with mentoring.
3. Submit an application
You can fill out the online form in a few minutes. Deadline: February 28, 2026.
6. Get certified
Official certificate of completion at the end.
Spin-off Academy launches in March 2026
Space is limited. Register now and get:
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Priority information about the opening of applications
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Free preparation materials
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Invitations to the pre-programme event