For researchers who want to actively participate in the commercialisation process but would like some support.

If you choose the Shared Commercialisation Revenue and Benefits (SCaRAB®) model , you'll get access to full Wellington UniVentures services including:

• Protection of University owned IP.
• Market validation of opportunity.
• Identification of partners, investors and start-up team members.
• Legal establishment of a new company.
• Contract research opportunities for your research lab.
• Access to PSAF non-dilutive funding.
• The option to participate as much or as little as you like and consequently increase your benefit shareholding .
• Personalised professional development supporting your growth and participation in the start-up.
• Inventors shares either issued to you or held on your behalf by Wellington UniVentures.

 

What we need from you

• Time commitment over the 1-2 years that the project is in house.
• Agreement that we will build a team and possibly include those people in the benefits.
• Access to the research facilities to validate aspects of the IP.

 

This model may suit you if

• You want active involvement in the commercialisation and fair compensation for your contribution.
• You want to grow your own skills as an entrepreneur.

 

Watch the SCaRAB®
Model Video 

 

 

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