THE summit to explore turning university research into business in Seoul
The Times Higher Education (THE) Innovation & Impact Summit 2026 will take place at Korea University in Seoul from Nov. 17 to 19, bringing together global university leaders and industry experts to explore ways to turn academic research into commercially viable technologies and businesses. Under the theme "Universities, industry and investors: Connecting research with commercialisation," the…
The Times Higher Education (THE) Innovation & Impact Summit 2026 will be held at Korea University in Seoul from November 17th to 19th. This three-day summit aims to bring together global university leaders and industry experts to explore methods for transforming academic research into commercially viable technologies and businesses.
The summit's theme, "Universities, industry and investors: Connecting research with commercialisation," will address strategies for enhancing collaboration between academia and industry, securing investment, and promoting innovation.
With universities worldwide facing increasing pressure to showcase the economic and social impact of their research due to rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and heightened global competition for technological leadership, the event is expected to attract over 300 participants from more than 150 institutions and organizations worldwide. These attendees will include university leaders, researchers, investors, and industry experts.
More than 80 speakers are scheduled to participate in keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops focused on translating academic breakthroughs into practical applications.
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