DSLSTA Life Science Transfer Academy - From Discovery to Innovation

Faculty of Medicine
autumn 2025
Extent and Intensity
0/4. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
Ing. Daniela Podzemná (lecturer)
Ing. Daniela Tršová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Ing. Daniela Podzemná
Faculty of Medicine
Supplier department: Faculty of Medicine (50,00 %), Central European Institute of Technology (50,00 %)
Prerequisites
The condition for enrollment is the completion of an entrance questionnaire mapping the applicant's potential to move the innovative ideas towards implementation. Based on the assessment of the questionnaires by a committee of experts in innovation and technology transfer, 20 motivated academy participants will be selected.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
The capacity limit for the course is 20 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 6/20, only registered: 0/20, only registered with preference (fields directly associated with the programme): 0/20
Abstract
The joint program by MED MUNI, CEITEC MUNI and South Moravian Innovation Centre (JIC) focuses on the specific aspects of technology transfer in the life sciences - from biotechnology and pharmaceuticals to medical devices.
Participants will gain a practical overview of how to bring research results from the lab to the market.
The program connects academic research with the real world of innovation and entrepreneurship in life sciences.
The aim of the academy is to:
- turn research into real-word impact
- develop entrepreneurial and innovative thinking
- bridge the gap between science and business
- support personal growth and new career perspectives
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, students will be able to:
- have an overview of how to bring research results from the lab to the market
- be aware of how the intellectual property works
- know the possibilities of collaboration with industry
- know the options of research commercialisation
- know the specifics of starting and running a spin-off company
Key topics
  • Session 1 (1. October): How to identify commercial potential (introduction, from lab to business, Lena Canvas method, reflection)
  • Session 2 (8. October): How to pitch your idea and create pitchdeck (presentation skills training, experience sharing with mentors)
  • Session 3 (15. October): How to validate a commercial potential (commercialisation of the research project step by step, mentoring)
  • Session 4 (22. October): Technology Transfer (IP protection, management and commercialisation, establishing a spin-off company, institutional support)
  • Session 5 (29. October): Mentoring session, Pitch session feedback, Networking
  • Session 6 (5. November): My role and co-ownership (teamwork, finding my own role, gamification, documents, mentoring)
  • Session 7 (12. November): Business planning (how to find a customer and reach the market, mentoring)
  • Session 8 (19. November): Finances and financing a spin-off (grant schemes for research commercialisation, how to approach the investor)
  • Session 9 (26. November): Final Pitch Day (conclusion, feedback, follow-up, mentoring, pitch session)
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Interactive sessions. A combination of discussion, mentoring, and presentation
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
To successfully complete the program, participants are required to:
- Submit all assignments (from each session) on time
- Actively participate in Mentoring sessions
- Attend and present at the Final Pitch Session
The successful completion of the course (academy) will be awarded with the microcredential certificate.
Language of instruction
English
Teacher's information
Autumn 2025:
1. October 2025 - 26. November 2025
(Every Wednesday from 13:00 - 17:00)
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