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The Researcher Entrepreneur George Vekinis

The Researcher Entrepreneur By George Vekinis

The Researcher Entrepreneur by George Vekinis


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The Researcher Entrepreneur: Best Practices for Successful Technological Entrepreneurship by George Vekinis

Discover a transformative book that equips aspiring 'researcher entrepreneurs' with invaluable strategies to avoid common start-up mistakes. Unveiling a fresh perspective, it emphasizes that technological researchers already possess critical entrepreneurial traits, merely needing the right approach to succeed. From preparing and setting up a tech start-up to illuminating best practices, this book sets you on the path to triumphant technological entrepreneurship.

This essential guide tackles the paradox of start-up failures, even after a very promising start, providing insights into how to overcome internal and external problems and obstacles and secure a thriving future. Tailored for researchers aiming to commercialize their technology by setting up a start-up and for technology transfer strategists supporting academic commercialization, the book ensures clarity by avoiding jargon and employing real-life case studies and exercises. Decision-assisting activities such as a "Commercialization Readiness Index (CRI)" and a "Market-prioritization Decision Matrix" offer valuable tools to help a researcher become a successful entrepreneur.

Whether you're a seasoned researcher or an aspiring entrepreneur, this book will empower you to harness your potential, turning visionary ideas into flourishing businesses. Embrace the entrepreneurial journey and embark on a transformational ride towards success in the dynamic world of technological entrepreneurship.

About George Vekinis

Dr. George Vekinis is a Director of Research at the National Research Centre Demokritos (NCSRD) in Greece. In the past, he served as the Director of the Education Office of NCSRD, the President of the Researchers Association, the President of the Hellenic Society of Condensed Matter, and on numerous scientific committees of various conferences. Previously, he worked as a Chief Researcher at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research in South Africa and as an associate researcher at the Engineering Department of the University of Cambridge, UK. Currently, he teaches postgraduate courses in Innovation Management at the Technical University of Crete and in Advanced Materials at the Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki. In the past, he was a visiting professor and speaker at many institutions in Europe, Asia, and the US, a senior consultant in Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship for the European Commission, and a reviewer and impact assessor for many international research projects. He is the President of AIT SA and has mentored several start-up companies. He has published nearly 300 publications, reports, and conference presentations, two monographs on technology transfer and entrepreneurship, and a popular science book entitled "Physics in the Kitchen."

Table of Contents

1. Researchers and Entrepreneurship.- 2.Bridging Two Worlds.- 3.Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained.- 4.Decisions, Decisions.- 5.An Invention Is not an Innovation.- 6.Opportunities Are Everywhere and If There Arent, Create Them!.- 7.Can You Manage as well as You research?.- 8.Strong Foundations.- 9.Aim for Perfection.- 10.Strategise like a 5* General.- 11.There Is More than One Way to Rome.- 12.Be Disruptive But Dont Disrupt!.- 13.Think Ahead and Fit the Purpose.- 14.Is Your Financial Base Solid?.- 15.In... Agreements We Trust.- 16.Timing Is Critical.- 17.Risk Wisely.- 18.Protect Your Technology... But Not Too Much!.- 19.Viability, Not Just Feasibility.- 20.Skilling and Re-skilling.- 21.The Market Is Your Guide.- 22.Position, Position, Position.- 23.Commercialisation Readiness Index.- 24.Obstacles Are Just Challenges.- 25.There Is Always That Little Bit Extra You Can Offer.- 26.Consolidate First, Diversify Later.- 27.Diamonds From Ashes.- 28.Open a Window to the World.- 29.A Final Thought: Proactivity Breactivity Every Time.

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NPB9783031443572
9783031443572
3031443578
The Researcher Entrepreneur: Best Practices for Successful Technological Entrepreneurship by George Vekinis
New
Hardback
Springer International Publishing AG
2023-11-15
143
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