Commercialisation

Australia has an enviable reputation for producing world class research; but a poor track record when it comes to maximising the commercial opportunities that result from this research. CIS bridges this gap by assisting with the translation of research solutions into commercial successes.

Our team has DEEP expertise in:

• Capital sourcing from government, industry, venture capital and angel investors. CIS has also been an investor in some early-stage companies and has taken equity positions in exchange for consulting fees in some client’s projects.

• Engaging potential customers and other stakeholders needed for the translation and scale-up of projects.

• Developing business cases to secure capital investment.

• Helping to incubate and/or accelerate IP that has commercial potential. This includes the operation of the National Agriculture and Food Incubator (NAFI) (www.nafi.au)

• Conducting Intellectual Property (IP) audits and workshops to identify commercial and research project opportunities.

• Delivering commercialisation bootcamps for innovators including researchers.

• Supporting the establishment of commercial ventures that have raised capital.