Valorisation Academy
Have you got brilliant research but don't know how to bring it to market or society? Our solution: the Valorisation Academy! In this unique programme, brought to you by Tech Transfer Office, we help researchers transform their work into something the world truly needs. Whether it's a new invention, a groundbreaking method, or just an idea, we provide you with the tools and insights to successfully unlock your research to business.
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What can you expect?
The Valorisation Academy is a powerful series of lectures where we not only immerse you in the secrets of valorisation but also inspire you with practical examples. You'll learn the theory and have the opportunity to apply this knowledge directly to your own research results, turning them into something tangible. Think of transfer, licences, or even starting your own spin-off.
The lectures will take 2 to 3 hours.
what is the goal of the programme?
Our goal is simple: to teach you which research can be valorised and how. By the end of this programme, you'll be able to assess the potential of your research and convince everyone with your elevator pitch.
Who is the Valorisation Academy for?
This programme is specially designed for all researchers – whether you are a PhD student, postdoc, or ZAP member. If you're curious about how to valorise your research and ready to take that next step, join us!
Programme
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A session with several testimonials by people who started their own company after finishing their PhD. |
Doctoral Schools |
14 October 2025 |
Campus Diepenbeek, room A4 |
Registrations are closed |
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An entrepreneur's journey |
SwiftPharma: The DNA of a Biotech Startup: Mostly Panic and Mutations In this inspiration session, Jeroen Hofenk will talk about his journey as an entrepreneur, sharing experiences, challenges, and lessons learned from bringing scientific research into practice and building a biotech venture. |
Jeroen Hofenk - founder and CSO of Swiftpharma |
20 November 2025 |
Campus Diepenbeek, RWS 2.02 Sky room, Wetenschapspark 7 |
Registrations are closed |
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How to become an entrepreneur |
This workshop will equip you with essential entrepreneurial skills and tools to identify the commercial potential of your findings. Key topics in this workshop:
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Pieter Vandekerkhof |
22 January 2026 |
Campus Diepenbeek, RWS 2.02 Sky room, Wetenschapspark 7 |
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Own it, protect it, use it |
In this session, we explain the fundamentals of IP ownership, focusing on who owns what and the reasons it matters. |
Julie Grouwels - Legal & Business Expert TTO UHasselt |
24 February 2026 |
Campus Diepenbeek, RWS 2.02 Sky room, Wetenschapspark 7 |
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Legal essentials for your spin-off |
This interactive session will provide clear and practical insights into building ventures with a strong legal foundation. |
Cresco |
23 March 2026 |
Campus Diepenbeek, Auditorium DFL, Wetenschapspark 2 |
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Show me the money |
more info soon |
QBIC |
23 April 2026 |
Campus Diepenbeek, Auditorium DFL, Wetenschapspark 2 |
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Lift your elevator pitch |
An engaging session with tips and tricks:
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Spring 2026 |
Campus Diepenbeek |
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Fireside chat |
more info soon |
Spring 2026 |
TBD |
Acknowledged as?
For PhD students, it is required to attend 2 sessions of the Valorisation Academy if you want to acknowledge these lectures in your DS-portfolio. Please let us know once you have completed 2 lectures via DSrequirements@uhasselt.be, so we can acknowledge them in your portfolio.
DS BSH: category 'IP, valorisation & science communication' - initiative related to IP and/or valorisation
DS ST: category 'Research valorisation' - activity on valorisation of your research
DS HLS: category 'transferable skills' - half of a transferable skills course
Contact
Veronique Vermeeren
Innovatie & spin-offs