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How does cutting-edge research become real-world innovation? In this practice-oriented session, the Transfer Center enaCom shows how research data and innovative results can be transformed into commercial value. We will outline enaCom‘s services regarding knowledge and technology transfer available to researchers at the University of Bonn. Learn how enaCom supports funding applications with exploitation potential and provides tailored start-up advice on everything researchers need to know when setting up their own business. You will also learn how the University‘s Intellectual Property (IP) management ensures that your innovative know-how is protected in a legally compliant manner and made commercially viable. The session concludes with first-hand insights from a start-up built on university technologies. The founders share their experiences of turning academic research into a successful spin-off—offering an authentic look at the opportunities, challenges, and realities of entrepreneurship beyond academia. The format allows ample time for questions to discuss individual projects. Take the next step and turn your research into impact!