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The PI development seminar is held with the aim of supporting PIs (Principal Investigator, a term that can also mean the head of a laboratory or, in some cases, the person leading a research project) in improving their knowledge and skills.
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Starting a business is one of the ways to utilize the results of research for the benefit of society.
In recent years, the number of university-launched ventures has been increasing, but how do university-launched ventures actually start and grow, and what kind of support programs are available?
・What are the options for social implementation?
・What was the process behind deciding to start a business?
・“With whom and how” should we proceed with the social implementation of technology?
・What is the support program for establishing a startup (Tongali GAP Fund*)?
In this seminar, we will hear firsthand accounts from individuals who have been selected for the Tongali GAP Fund, and startup support staff will answer your questions.

We invite anyone considering starting a business, interested in entrepreneurship, curious about university-based startups, or seeking insights on how to apply research findings to society to join us.

Lecturer:
Associate Professor, Graduate School of Bioagricultural Sciences, Nagoya University
Dr. Teruyo Kato

Special Appointed Lecturer, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University
CEO, ThermieL Co., Ltd.
Dr. Fujita Ryohei