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SUMMARY:Ignite Innovation Acceleration Spring 2026 Information Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Innovation Acceleration is a gap funding program offering up to $50\,000 to help Cornell research teams advance disclosed inventions toward commercialization. Funding supports work that moves technologies toward licensing\, startup formation\, or industry partnerships. \nApplications are open from March 2 to April 24\, 2026. \nWho Should Apply?\n\n\nCornell faculty \n\n\nPostdoctoral researchers \n\n\nPhD innovators \n\n\nResearch teams developing technologies with commercial potential \n\n\nJoin our next info session on April 10 at noon. This session will provide an overview of: \n\n\nProgram goals and funding scope \n\n\nApplication process and timeline \n\n\nEligibility and selection criteria \n\n\nHow this program fits into the Ignite: Lab to Market funding series \n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://ctl.cornell.edu/event/ignite-innovation-acceleration-spring-2026-information-session-3
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SUMMARY:Lab to Impact: The Rocky Road to Instant Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on the journey from scientific breakthrough to commercial success in food technology. \nUsing the evolution of instant ice cream as a case study\, this session explores what it takes to move from lab innovation to a product people trust\, adopt\, and buy. \nOur speakers—spanning academia\, entrepreneurship\, and industry—will share firsthand perspectives on navigating regulatory requirements\, scaling production\, and building a viable business around novel food technologies. \nWe’ll cover:\n• Bridging research and commercial viability\n• Navigating food safety regulations\n• Scaling production while maintaining quality\n• Building consumer trust\n• Securing investment and partnerships \nSpeakers: Syed Ruzvi\, professor at Cornell CALS\, and Aris Despo\, seasoned tech entrepreneur. Hosted by Marie Donnelly\, Business Development and Licensing Manager at CTL. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://ctl.cornell.edu/event/lab-to-impact-the-rocky-road-to-instant-ice-cream
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SUMMARY:Lab to Impact: The Hard Reality of Building a Biotech Startup - A CEO's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:What does it really take to build a biotech startup? \nJoin us for a candid conversation with serial entrepreneur Laurence Blumberg\, M.D.\, as he shares firsthand insights from decades of building and leading life sciences companies—from early-stage innovation to acquisition. \nThis session will go beyond the typical startup narrative to explore the realities of biotech entrepreneurship: long timelines\, scientific uncertainty\, capital intensity\, and the decisions that shape successful ventures. \nWhether you are a researcher\, inventor\, or aspiring founder\, this session will provide a grounded perspective on what it takes to translate scientific discoveries into viable companies. \nHosted by Lynda Inseque\, director of Technology & Venture Initiatives and Engagement at CTL. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://ctl.cornell.edu/event/lab-to-impact-the-hard-reality-of-building-a-biotech-startup-a-ceos-perspective
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