Universities & Spin-Offs

Deep tech's infinite impact: From campus labs to market-shaping innovation

Translating deep tech research into market-ready solutions and driving economic growth through successful tech transfer

Discover how universities and research hubs are becoming innovation powerhouses. This track explores how a business mindset and effective tech transfer strategies transform groundbreaking academic research into successful commercial ventures. Meet pioneering spin-offs and deep tech leaders who are driving the next wave of economic growth and innovation.

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Meet the universities at 4YFN

  • Fundacio Bosch i Gimpera
  • Fundacio per a la Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
  • Fundació Privada Elisava Escola Universitària
  • Fundació TecnoCampus Mataró-Maresme
  • Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona
  • Universitat de Girona
  • Universitat Internacional de Catalunya Fundació Privada
  • Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)
  • Universitat Pompeu Fabra

 

Barcelona Knowledge Alliance

  • Universitat de Barcelona
  • Univesitat Autonoma de Barcelona
  • Universitat Politecnica De cAtalunya
  • Universitat Pompeu Fabra 

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Relive the Universities & spin offs track in 2025

The best moments from 2025.

A year of growth: 2025 Universities & Spin-offs highlights

These numbers represent a powerful ecosystem of growth, innovation, and global collaboration. Be part of the next chapter!

  • 4700

    Professionals

  • 15

    Academic institutions

  • 159

    Spin-offs

  • 8

    Hours of content

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