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´³´Ç¾±²ÔÌýYSpaceÌýand theÌýIP Innovation Clinic at 91ÑÇÉ«Ìýfor theÌýInventor to Founder Showcase, an inspiring evening celebrating the culmination of theÌýInventor to Founder Fellowship, a 13-week commercialization program, powered by IPON, that empowers researchers, students, faculty, and recent graduates to transform breakthrough ideas into market-ready ventures.

​Over the past three months, our founders have challenged assumptions, validated market opportunities, developed and refined their minimum viable products (MVPs), strengthened their commercialization and intellectual property strategies, and collaborated with experienced mentors to bring their ventures to life.

​Now, it's time to see what they've built.

​What to Expect

​ÌýFounder Pitches
Watch founders present their innovative technologies and ventures.

​ÌýEmerging Startups
Discover solutions addressing real-world challenges across a range of industries.

​ÌýNetworking Opportunities
Connect with founders, investors, researchers, industry leaders, and members of 91ÑÇÉ«'s innovation ecosystem.

​ÌýCelebrate Innovation
Join us as we recognize the achievements of this year's Inventor to Founder Fellowship cohort.

​Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, researcher, industry partner, student, or simply passionate about innovation, this is an opportunity to discover promising ventures, connect with ambitious founders, and be part of a growing community of innovators.

​We look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon of innovation, collaboration, and celebration.

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Join us for an exclusive Ask Me Anything (AMA) session withÌý, as we explore how you bridge the gap between a breakthrough at the lab bench and a tangible product in the market?

​This is an opportunity to step outside the lab and unpack the mechanics of science-based venture creation with a leader who has repeatedly validated and scaled deep tech. Whether you are curious aboutÌýprotecting your IP, securing early funding, or navigating the leap from scientist to founder,Ìýthis session will deliver the strategic insights necessary to commercialize your life's work.

​During this AMA, we will explore:

• ​The realities of translating complex scientific knowledge into scalable technology.

• ​How to build and lead a "science-student-entrepreneur" startup.

• ​Actionable steps to begin validating your research for commercial viability.

​To ensure a high-quality, interactive dialogue this event will feature a curated guest list with limited spots.

​About the Speaker

​Dr. M. Cynthia Goh

​NSERC Scholar-Entrepreneur in Residence | Serial Entrepreneur & Ecosystem Builder |ÌýProfessor of Chemistry, University of Toronto

​Dr. Cynthia Goh serves as the Scholar-Entrepreneur in Residence for the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). A trailblazer in the execution of "Science to Society," she believes that basic science can only benefit the world if scientists actively drive its translation.

​Dr. Goh has lived the commercialization journey from the ground up. Her own research group has successfully spun out seven companies, including Axela Inc. and Vive Crop Protection. Beyond her personal ventures, she is deeply committed to supporting the next generation of founders. Pioneering the science-student-entrepreneur model during her academic tenure as a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Toronto, she has nucleated and nurtured over 150 science-based, student-led startups over the past decade.

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​What to Expect

​During this virtual information session, you'll gain a comprehensive overview of the Lab2Market Validate program, including:

• ​Who is eligible to apply

• ​How the four-month program is structured

• ​What participants can expect throughout the program

• ​How theÌý$10,000 in fundingÌýsupports customer discovery and market validation

• ​Key program dates, application requirements, and deadlines

• ​Tips for preparing a strong application

• ​A live Q&A with the YSpace team

​Whether you're preparing to apply or simply exploring commercialization opportunities, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about the program, ask questions, and determine whether Lab2Market Validate is the right next step for your research and innovation journey.

​About Lab2Market Validate

​Lab2Market Validate is a four-month national program that equips research teams with the skills, funding, mentorship, and customer discovery experience needed to assess the commercial potential of their research. Each team, consisting of a graduate student and their faculty supervisor, receivesÌý$10,000 in fundingÌýto conduct a structured, evidence-based market validation process while developing the entrepreneurial skills needed to translate research into real-world impact.

​As an academic partner,ÌýYSpace, a division of the Office of Research and Innovation at 91ÑÇÉ«, delivers the Ontario cohort of the Lab2Market Validate program in partnership withÌýÌýa national initiative dedicated to helping graduate students and postdoctoral researchers explore entrepreneurial pathways and transform research discoveries into innovative products, services, and ventures that address real-world challenges.

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