In this episode of Nothing Ventured, host Arish Shah welcomes Ash Ravikumar, a seasoned professional in science entrepreneurship. With a rich background that includes serving as an entrepreneurship development officer at CERN, Ash discusses the importance of bridging the gap between scientific research and industry application. He elaborates on the creation of CERN's VentureConnect, a platform designed to facilitate technology transfer and commercialization in advanced technologies. Ash shares insights on the significance of understanding scientific breakthroughs, such as the unexpected x-ray generation from Sellotape, and emphasizes the need for innovation in materials science and intellectual property strategy. Tune in to explore why science matters and how initiatives like Atom Factory aim to accelerate global tech transfer.

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Ashwin Ravikumar: Lessons on Tech Transfer from CERN | Episode 54

NOV 28, 202449 MIN
Nothing Ventured

Ashwin Ravikumar: Lessons on Tech Transfer from CERN | Episode 54

NOV 28, 202449 MIN

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Timestamps: 

01:18 - Sellotape as an x-ray generator. 
04:12 - Science as universal language. 
09:22 - Pursuit of knowledge in science. 
12:24 - University tech transfer challenges. 
14:58 - Tech transfer at CERN. 
20:08 - Altruistic mission of CERN. 
22:12 - University equity in startups.