Start your entrepreneurial journey

Thinking like an entrepreneur can maximise the impact of your research. We’ll guide you on your entrepreneurial journey by helping you to build your network and learn the skills of an entrepreneur.

Discover more and start on your path through our entrepreneurial training programmes and webinars.

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Available training to help you start your journey

Find out more about each of these programmes below or contact us to find out about other ways we can help.

Bio-Spark Exploring Fellow Programme 

Eureka Oncology School

Broadening Horizons Mentoring Programme

Bio-Spark Exploring Fellow Programme

What: An opportunity to experience research translation outside the lab by delving into the entrepreneurial ecosystem within pharma, biotech and venture investment through visits, networking, presentations and more.

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Who: Early-stage cancer researchers (late-stage PhDs or Postdocs). However, anyone who is interested in the opportunity can apply. 

When: The programme runs from November 2024-June 2025. 

Applications are now closed. Keep an eye on our website for updates on the next applications round. 

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Benefits of the Bio-Spark Exploring Fellow Programme

  • Partner company engagement opportunities 
  • Speed-networking with mentors from biotech, pharma and investment 
  • Networking with entrepreneurs and industry in Cambridge 
  • Visits to company partners
  • Start-up pitch showcase 
  • Limited travel bursary for five places
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Eureka Oncology School

What: Through a series of seminars, case studies and professional development sessions, researchers will be introduced to the value of translational medicine and strategies for its application in cancer research.

Who: Cancer Research UK-funded Fellows and Junior Group Leaders

When: Next round of applications to be announced.

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Benefits of Eureka Oncology School

  • Articulate how a translational approach to scientific research can speed up the development of new ideas to improve the lives of people living with cancer
  • Describe the critical role of patients in translational research and list ways of engaging with them in the process
  • Define the basic knowledge and skills required in translating your research
  • Grow your professional network of translational researchers
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Broadening Horizons Mentoring Programme

What: Broadening Horizons is a cross-sector mentoring programme jointly funded with The Wellcome Trust. This programme is designed to support, develop and empower early-career cancer researchers who are interested in translational research. 

Who: Postdocs and junior group leaders based in the UK

When: Next round of applications to be announced.

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Benefits of the Broadening Horizons Mentoring Programme

  • Raise awareness of the skills and mindset needed to translate discoveries into practical applications for societal benefit
  • Connect with mentors from industry, policy and the third sector
  • Gain exposure to opportunities in research translation and gain tools, knowledge and guidance to further your own goals for your research 
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Our funding streams can help you develop your research, share your innovations and build a business that can have real-world impact on patients.

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Do you have a novel idea or discovery with potential for patient benefit? Let us help you unlock its clinical and commercial potential.

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Accelerate your idea

Find training to support you with early-stage ideas, including resources and knowledge to turn your idea into an ambitious start-up.

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