Entrepreneurship for PhDs
Have you ever wondered how your research could solve real-world challenges beyond academia? This workshop introduces PhD candidates to the entrepreneurial mindset, helping them explore how scientific knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills can b
Designed for DSLS early career researchers interested in innovation and career diversification, this workshop provides an introduction to entrepreneurship and innovation in the context of academic research. Participants will explore how research discoveries can be translated into practical applications, learn the fundamentals of entrepreneurial thinking, and gain insights into the innovation ecosystem available to researchers in Switzerland.
Particular emphasis will be placed on identifying opportunities, understanding user needs, evaluating the potential impact of an idea, and developing the confidence to communicate its value effectively. The workshop will also highlight how entrepreneurial skills such as creativity, resilience, project management, and leadership can benefit researchers regardless of their future career paths.
Why Join?
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Discover how research can be transformed into innovative solutions and real-world applications
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Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and creative problem-solving skills
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Learn how to identify opportunities and assess the potential of new ideas
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Gain insights into innovation, startups, technology transfer, and funding opportunities
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Explore career paths beyond traditional academic trajectories
What’s included ?
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Interactive workshops and case studies
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Practical tools for idea generation and opportunity assessmentIntroduction to innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems
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Exercises on value proposition and science communication
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Networking opportunities with peers and innovation professionals
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Lunch and coffee breaks
Registration
OPEN (deadline for registration : 25.01.2027, 11pm)
Cancellation policy
Late cancellations (after registration deadline) and no-shows may result in cancellation fees charged by the DSLS. To avoid fees, please cancel your registration before the registration deadline by sending an email to the organizers.
Date
Du lundi 1 au mardi 2 février 2027
Horaire
09:00-17:00
Lieu
Faculté des sciences
Rue Emile-Argand 11
2000 Neuchâtel
Rue Emile-Argand 11
2000 Neuchâtel
Salle
TBA
Intervenant-e-s
Dr. Isabelle Hahn, Department of Management & Entrepreneurship, University of Bern
Organisation
Doctoral School in Life Sciences
Contact
ds.biology@unine.ch