Cyprus Seeds Hosts Inspiring Technology Transfer Event
Cyprus Seeds Hosted a Dynamic Technology Transfer Event, in Collaboration With Diginn.
Cyprus Seeds, in collaboration with DiGiNN, proudly hosted a dynamic Technology Transfer event on July 30th, 2025, bringing together over 60 participants from academia, research institutions, and the startup ecosystem. The event served as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, highlighting the critical role of technology transfer in transforming research into real world impact.
The evening opened with welcome remarks from:
• Ms. Maria Markidou Georgiadou, Founder & Managing Director, Cyprus Seeds
• Dr. Konstantinos Kleovoulou, Director of Research and Innovation, Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy
• Dr. Vasilis Tsakalos, Director of Research and Technical Support, Cyprus Institute
The keynote address was delivered by Mr. John Cosmopoulos, Senior Associate Director of the Technology Transfer Office at Tufts University (USA), who shared international best practices on the journey “From Lab to Intellectual Property to Product.” His talk offered deep insights into the commercialization pathways, the role of Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs), and real-world case studies from the biotech and medtech sectors.
An expert talk followed by Ms. Sophia Tsakiri, a lawyer holding an MBA, with Technology Transfer expertise, also co-founder of RENVIS and Chair of the Scientific Board of Tech Transfer and Intellectual Property in Greece. Her presentation, titled “From University to Market: The Role of Technology Transfer,” explored the mechanisms, services, and strategic importance of TTOs in bridging the gap between research and market needs.
The event fostered meaningful dialogue through interactive Q&A sessions and provided valuable networking opportunities for researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovation stakeholders.
Cyprus Seeds extends its heartfelt thanks to the distinguished speakers for their invaluable contributions and to all attendees for their enthusiastic participation. This event marks another step forward in Cyprus Seeds’ mission to cultivate a thriving innovation ecosystem in Cyprus.
