R&D to Commercialization: From Laboratory Research to World-Class Companies
April 15-17, 2026
6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. CAT
Université Cheikh Anta Diop
Organizing university
Université Cheikh Anta Diop
Event description
By connecting academic research with entrepreneurial practice and robust IP management, "Spin Them Off" equips participants with actionable insights and skills needed to bridge the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and world-class enterprises, ultimately strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem across the Afretec Network.
Participants
This event is open only to Afretec Network members
Pillar
Entrepreneurship
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