Category: Industry News

University research can produce promising technologies, but getting them out of the laboratory is another challenge entirely. For researchers exploring industry opportunities for PhD graduates, commercialisation offers a route to turn specialist knowledge into products, services and companies. Purdue University is giving three early-career researchers hands-on experience with exactly that process. Key Takeaways University research…

Turning university research into a business takes more than a promising discovery. Researchers must identify a real-world problem, protect valuable intellectual property and determine whether customers will pay for the solution. Growing entrepreneurship opportunities for PhD graduates show how universities can help bridge the gap between academic research and business. Key Takeaways Universities are increasingly…

An industry career move can give researchers new ways to apply expertise developed at university. For academics considering transitioning from academia to industry, commercialising research is one possible route alongside joining an established company. Understanding those options early can open industry opportunities for PhD graduates. Key Takeaways Researchers considering leaving academia now have more options…

Entrepreneurship opportunities for PhD graduates are no longer sitting at the edge of academic careers. They are becoming a serious path from university discovery to market value. In 2026, the founder’s leap begins with more than ambition. What turns discovery into impact? Evidence, ownership clarity, market insight, and a realistic decision about how research should…

Completing a doctorate no longer means following a single path into academia. Although universities continue to offer rewarding careers, industry and entrepreneurship opportunities for PhD graduates are opening up new ways to apply advanced knowledge beyond research. Whether you join an established organisation or create a venture of your own, these paths allow you to…