Spin-offs & Start-ups

Supporting the journey from research to entrepreneurship

Groundbreaking research can create value in many ways. One pathway is the creation of new companies that bring innovative AI technologies to market.

FAIR supports researchers during the earliest stages of this journey. We complement existing Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs), incubators and entrepreneurship programs by helping researchers explore opportunities, validate ideas and identify appropriate next steps before entering formal commercialisation pathways.

How FAIR contributes

Exploring potential

We help researchers assess whether research results have potential applications beyond academia and whether further valorisation steps may be appropriate.

Developing an entrepreneurial mindset

Researchers gain insight into the opportunities and challenges involved in transforming research into products, services and companies.

Navigating the ecosystem

FAIR helps researchers identify suitable next steps, including engagement with Technology Transfer Offices, incubators, investors, industry partners and innovation programs.

Building connections

We facilitate connections between researchers and relevant stakeholders who can support future valorisation activities.

FAIR spin-offs and start-ups

The FAIR ecosystem has contributed to the creation of a growing number of AI-driven companies spanning healthcare, industrial AI, energy, sports technology, biotechnology and data analytics. These organizations demonstrate how strategic AI research can create tangible economic impact and contribute to a vibrant innovation ecosystem in Flanders.