The Experience

Technologies and satellite systems developed by the space industry help our everyday lives on Earth. Satellite systems contribute widely to well-known areas such as Communication, Navigation and Search and Rescue. Nevertheless, space technologies can also serve other innovative purposes, one can mention health care improvement, multimodal transportation, water recovery, waste management, sports, risk management and many other downstream applications. The commercialisation of space technologies and its applications need people with creative flair, vision and business acumen, skills this workshop aims to develop.

Delivered by ESA specialists and external experts from start-ups and industry, participants will be exposed to the near-infinite possibilities of technology transfer and application in their essential role of innovation. There are many challenging opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to developing new products and services!

Throughout the workshop, students will learn about different disciplines within the field of Technology Transfer, Application & Innovation, including patenting, entrepreneurship, and business incubation. This course goes beyond theory and includes a hands-on experience. Students will work in teams to explore real ESA patents, brainstorm innovative application ideas, and build a business model around them. By the end of the week, they will step into the role of actual entrepreneurs and pitch their concepts.

Join us on this exciting journey where creativity meets innovation and take your first steps into the world of entrepreneurship!

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