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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 2d

Yesterday, @ucc.ie's Entrepreneurs in Residence joined us back on campus for an insightful day of discussions and mentorship.

They met with UCC President @joh2024.bsky.social to discuss UCC's entrepreneurial ecosystem & support the next generation of start-up founders on their journeys.

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 3d

ProVascTec, a @ucc.ie spin-out, has been awarded €2.5 million to advance a new blood flow treatment product, following the recent round of @entirl.bsky.social Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

More: www.ucc.ie/en/innovatio...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 6d

Only 2 places remaining for the 2-day introductory SPRINT Kickstart Programme on 14th & 16th October, from 9.30am – 4pm.

If you have a business idea rooted in your research, SPRINT Kickstart can help you shape your idea into commercial opportunity.

Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 13d

UCC is the leading university in Ireland for research income derived from industry in 2024 according to KTI's 2024 Annual Knowledge Transfer Survey.

UCC also ranked number one for IDFs received, as well as the total number of LOAs executed in 2024.

More: www.ucc.ie/en/innovatio...

UCC leading Irish university in research income derived from industry | University College Cork

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 14d

Join us for @ucc.ie's flagship business engagement event: AI For Business Leaders: Ethics, Regulation and Business Value on Tues Nov 4th.

This event will showcase the powerhouse of expertise available at UCC and supports to industry partners.

Register: chamber.corkchamber.ie/events/detai...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · 24d

Are you working in the pharma packaging industry?

UCC Innovation is supporting @tyndallinstitute.bsky.social researchers developing miniature battery-free, electronics-free wireless tags, seeking industry insights through a 15 min interview.

Please contact [email protected] for more.

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Sep 3

Director of Health Innovation Hub Ireland Dr Tanya Mulcahy featured recently on @fortechssakepod.bsky.social.

Tanya caught up with @elaineburke.bsky.social to chat about the launch of HIHI’s FemTech in Ireland Report & growing rise of FemTech.

Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/04pr...

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Aug 26

Through programmes like Femtech @ Health Innovation Hub Ireland, Horizon 2020 & @entirl.bsky.social, Irish startups are putting women’s health at centre of national innovation.

Great piece in @irishtimes.com on the potential of femtech R&I to deliver progress in women’s health: bit.ly/4oTG0Pa

Rachel O’Dwyer: Does femtech suggest so-called women’s troubles might soon be taken as seriously as men’s?

The femtech gold rush promises to undo the wrongs of the past in women’s health

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Aug 7

Great to see the launch of "FemTech in Ireland: The Case for Prioritising Women's Health Research and Innovation" by Health Innovation Hub Ireland, highlighting Ireland's potential to lead in FemTech through greater support for innovation in women's health.

Full report: hih.ie/downloads/HI...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jul 29

UCC Innovation case manager Dr Anthony Morrissey & IPIC Senior Business Development Manager Dr David McGovern delivered a talk on commercialisation of research to participants in the @tyndallinstitute.bsky.social undergrad summer internship programme, covering IP, industry engagement & more.

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jul 23

Are you a multinational company or SME, seeking to engage with @ucc.ie?

Access our business engagement website, which provides companies with access to UCC's talent, innovation, research, expertise and corporate partnership opportunities.

More: www.ucc.ie/en/business-...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jul 15

Did you know? Over the past 5 years, UCC Innovation has distributed €3.2 M in licence income university‑wide, with €1.3M going directly to inventors and €920 K to schools & research centres.

Find out how we can help you turn your ideas into impact: www.ucc.ie/en/innovatio...

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jul 4

Two UCC teams were named 1st and 2nd runners-up in the IDEATE Ireland entrepreneurship competition last week.

Congratulations to teams Anestronic @tyndallinstitute.bsky.social and FemmeBiome @apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social, who placed second & third respectively.

More: www.ucc.ie/en/innovatio...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 27

This week, 14 @ucc.ie researchers joined the final SPRINT Kickstart session of the summer, exploring spin-out opportunities from their research in the University. Thanks to our guest speakers for joining us.

Applications for the programme reopen in Sept. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 25

Upskill with Springboard+ @ucc.ie.

Springboard+ with @aceatucc.bsky.social offer free and subsidised courses, helping teams build future-ready skills in areas such as cybersecurity, business & sustainability.

Find out more: www.ucc.ie/en/ace/sprin...

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 19

Researchers from across UCC (@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social, @tyndallinstitute.bsky.social, ERI) joined us at the SPRINT Kickstart programme on Tues to work on commercialising their business ideas. Thanks to our guest speakers Veronica Murphy (The Discovery Partnership) & Dr Paidi O’Reilly (CUBS).

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 16

Cork University Business School hosts a seminar & workshop on Collaborating for SME Innovation this Wed, 18 June.

Attendees will explore topics including why/when SMEs should collaborate, building strategic partnerships & tapping into university research.

More: www.cubsucc.com/events/colla...

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · Jun 10

UCC's Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Founders Forum takes place Fri 13th June from 1.30pm - 4pm.

Join us and hear from our EIRs, who will share insights on the founder's journey, as well as building your team & navigating cap tables.

Email [email protected] to reserve your place.

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 30

The 2024 @ucc.ie @uccresearch.bsky.social & Innovation Awards, took place yesterday evening @glucksman.bsky.social.

Researchers were awarded across 22 categories - 5 of which recognise achievements in entrepreneurship & innovation. Congratulations to all recipients!

More: ucc.ie/en/news/2025...

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 28

Last week, the winners of @ucc.ie's Student Entrepreneur of the Year competition were announced. Congratulations to BSc Computer Science student Marco Faggiani, and David Cashman, founder and CEO of UCC spin-out The WellSchools Network, on their respective wins.

More: www.ucc.ie/en/innovatio...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 27

Applications now open for 2nd level students for the free HEA @ucc.ie Summer School in Sustainable Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Leadership.

This summer school includes daily challenges, mentoring and a business idea competition. Email [email protected] by 6th June with details below to apply!

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 26

The annual @uccresearch.bsky.social & Innovation Awards take place later this week.

We’re delighted to welcome PURDYLUCEY back as sponsor of the UCC Research & Innovation Awards, an intellectual property law firm with deep roots in Ireland’s innovation ecosystem.

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UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 22

Are you a PI, PhD or Postdoc keen to explore how to bring your research to market? If so, the 2-day SPRINT Kickstart Programme is for you, taking place on 17th & 19th June. Learn about the Business Model Canvas, feasibility grants and more!

Apply now: bit.ly/43rkpnw

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 19

UCC, @infantcentreucc.bsky.social & @tyndallinstitute.bsky.social emerging spin-out company pHetalSafe is seeking a commercial lead.

pHetalSafe is a novel solution under development, designed to improve fetal monitoring during labour for safer childbirth.

More: my.corehr.com/pls/uccrecru...

UCC Innovation @uccinnovation.bsky.social · May 12

Applications for the @igniteucc.bsky.social programme close at 5pm today.

IGNITE is open to recent graduates from any discipline and any third-level institution in Ireland. Find out more below ⬇️

IGNITE UCC @igniteucc.bsky.social · May 12

Applications close for the IGNITE Graduate Incubation programme at 5pm today. This is your moment. submit.link/3DQ

What you get:
✅ A programme valued at €20,000
✅ €5,000 funding
✅ Mentorship, workshops & a powerful peer network
✅ No equity taken
✅ Real-world experience + alumni community

If you're a recent graduate with a business idea, this is your moment.