11.5. InnoWebinar: From research to startup – A founder’s journey

Are you a researcher curious about entrepreneurship? Have you ever wondered what it really takes to turn academic research into a thriving startup?

Join us for an inspiring webinar where a fellow university researcher, now a startup founder, shares his personal story of moving from the lab to the world of business.

When and where?

• May 11, 2026 from 10–11 AM

• In Teams, join via this link.

• No pre-registration

• The webinar is in English

What to Expect?

• How a research idea evolved into a commercial opportunity

• Practical steps for transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship

• Key challenges faced along the way and how he overcame them

• Lessons learned, surprising insights, and tips for researchers considering similar paths

Guest Speaker: Tejesvi Mysore

University researcher and founder of ChainPeptides Oy, sharing insights from his journey of antimicrobial peptide research from academia toward early-stage clinical innovation, including the ongoing development of a smart plaster concept for chronic wound care

Welcome!