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Toolkits and resources for science entrepreneurs
Online resources created for you
Toolkits and resources for science entrepreneurs
These tools and resources, developed through Activate’s strategic alliances and years of experience supporting deep tech founders, are designed to help innovators bridge the gap between research and market.
Used by Activate Fellows to navigate critical stages of their entrepreneurial journeys, these actionable frameworks, insights, and strategies are available to all science entrepreneurs—free of charge. Whether you’re exploring commercialization for the first time or scaling a transformative technology, these resources provide the guidance you need to succeed.
Tough Tech Fundamentals
A resource library built in partnership with Activate and The Engine
Designed for scientists, engineers, and anyone curious about the entrepreneurial path, Fundamentals delivers practical frameworks, expert insights, and essential tools to smooth the transition from lab to hard tech entrepreneur.
Simple Partnership Agreement (SiPA)
The Simple Partnership Agreement (SiPA) is a free, open-source resource that simplifies the process of forming partnerships. Designed to empower science entrepreneurs, SiPA helps you focus on what matters most: advancing your innovation.
With a funding grant from the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Activate researched the mechanics and common hurdles associated with early collaborations between startups and corporate partners. Based on that research, we worked with Partners at DLA Piper to design and pilot a new agreement framework to ease the friction and speed the path to partnership for both startups and corporates.
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Simple Partnership Agreement (SiPA)
The Simple Partnership Agreement (SiPA) is a free, open-source resource that simplifies the process of forming partnerships. Designed to empower science entrepreneurs, SiPA helps you focus on what matters most: advancing your innovation.
With a funding grant from the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Activate researched the mechanics and common hurdles associated with early collaborations between startups and corporate partners. Based on that research, we worked with Partners at DLA Piper to design and pilot a new agreement framework to ease the friction and speed the path to partnership for both startups and corporates.
Techonomics
Techonomics bridges the gap between groundbreaking science and market success. This free resource provides actionable frameworks and insights to help innovators evaluate costs, identify opportunities, and navigate the path to commercialization with confidence.
This material was developed by Activate along with independent consultant Chris Burk, and Activate’s founding CEO Ilan Gur. The videos are based on a course taught at Activate from 2015-2019. Burk created the models using his extensive experience consulting early-stage startups at Burk Engineering.
Science Innovator's Handbook
Created by Activate's founding team, with support from The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, this handbook distills key lessons from Activate Fellows and entrepreneurial experts to guide scientists in turning research into impactful ventures.
This resource tackles the unique challenges of science-based innovation, offering practical tools for aligning technology, market, team, and finance. Designed for Ph.D.-level scientists and engineers, it’s a must-have for anyone navigating the path from lab to market.
