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Bringing Research To Reality: A Strategic Vision For Innovation In Life Sciences Through Varied Experiences
Episode Description
In this episode of the Making Impact Series, Helen is joined by Ketaki Desai, VP of Business Development at Ontario Centre of Innovation & Board of Director Member for Brainstage, Inc.
OCI builds bridges between sectors, sparking vibrant collaborations that lead to the creation of products and jobs that make a real impact in the lives of Ontarians — now and into the future. OCI helps ensure Ontario is where next happens. They accelerate job creation through innovation, commercializing game-changing research by connecting industry and academia.
1:40 - Ketaki’s origin story & background
8:04 - Developing a new model for undergraduates to gain research experience
10:21 - Founding a startup after identifying a problem
15:37 - Working in the education technology sector followed by health tech & manufacturing analytics
19:40 - Building the vision out from research to commercialization as an investor
22:44 - Diversifying investments for returns & bringing in the right talent
27:49 - Current initiatives: the market readiness fund & advanced technology networks
35:03 - Ketaki’s vision for making impact
Resources
Ontario Centre of Innovation: https://www.oc-innovation.ca/
Mentioned Companies:
Elarex: https://elarexinc.com/
Nanology Labs: http://www.qurcan.com/
Inteligex: ttps://www.inteligex.ca/
Hyivy Health: https://hyivy.com/
Connect With ODAIA
Website: https://www.odaia.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/odaiaintelligence/
Contact Us: https://www.odaia.ai/contact