A full-day workshop for Oxford academics exploring climate-tech spinouts
The How to Spin out Your Climate-Tech Research Workshop is a one-day immersive course designed specifically for Oxford University academics who are curious about turning their climate-related research into impactful ventures.
Whether you’re a DPhil student, Postdoc, or Professor, if you’ve never explored the spin-out path before, this is your chance to:
Explore what’s possible and decide if spinning out is right for you
Understand the spin-out pathway: from IP and team formation to fundraising
Access expert guidance and support available within Oxford
Build connections and learn from those who’ve done it
We’re bringing together the full support ecosystem—including seasoned founders, IP experts, and investors—so you can get the clarity, confidence, and contacts you need to take your next steps.
Agenda Highlights
Morning:
Is your idea viable? Market analysis & commercial sense-checking
IP, tech transfer, and legal foundations
Forming a team, equity splits, and cap table basics
Afternoon:
Getting buy-in from investors
Building your early network
Pitching to win
Who should attend?
Oxford University academics at all levels who are:
Conducting research in climate or sustainability
Curious about the commercialisation route
Yet to found or co-found a spin-out company
No prior experience in business required—just ambition and an open mind.
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰 — 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝!
