Innovation at SnT
Our researchers regularly develop exciting new solutions for real-world challenges; since 2009, they have created six spin-offs. To support our aspiring entrepreneurs, we launched the Venture Programme, providing entrepreneurial training and guidance to help them transform their ideas into viable businesses. This programme’s mission is to empower our scientists to pursue the commercialisation of their innovative products and turn academic breakthroughs into impactful ventures.
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IP Valorisation at SnT
SnT’s IP Commercialisation team supports researchers and partners in managing and protecting the Intellectual Property (IP) generated by their research activities.
We Generate IP
Our researchers conduct projects on cutting-edge topics in ICT, looking into technologies that will be used years and decades into the future. Every day, their work creates new knowledge to enable the innovations of tomorrow.
We Manage IP
We support our researchers in finding the right avenue to translate their concepts and results into products and services. Our dedicated IN-PART portal acts as an online matchmaking platform for university-industry collaboration.
We Protect IP
Our IP Commercialisation team advises researchers on how to protect their IP by taking the right steps towards initiatives such as filing a patent, creating a spin-off, and more. The SnT Acceleration Programme also considers the protection of IP rights.
We Transfer IP
We assist researchers throughout the patent application process.
SnT Xplore Venture Programme
From Idea to Venture Spin-Off
The SnT Xplore Venture Programme equips researchers with a structured framework to transform their innovative ideas into fully developed, market-ready ventures. The programme provides dedicated business mentorship and access to industry advisors, supporting researchers through each stage of their journey from ideation to spin-off. Key activities include feasibility checks, identification of business advisors, and step-by-step guidance on building a venture. Early-stage industry feedback and assistance with funding applications help researchers gain traction for their solutions.
By following the programme, researchers receive structured support and guidance in the crucial steps of setting up a business, such as market research, risk assessment, and the creation of a business plan. This gives researchers the opportunity to develop the skill set they need, as entrepreneurs, to launch sustainable businesses.
Technology Readiness Level
The Venture Programme incorporates the KTH Innovation Readiness Level (IRL) model to assess and guide projects across stages of development. Each project is evaluated in terms of technology advancement, market readiness, and commercialisation potential.
Aligned with our commitment to real-world impact, the IRL model includes early validation in a practical environment, leading to prototype demonstration and iterative refinement based on industry feedback. This model ensures that our ventures are prepared for sustainable, real-world application.
Our Spin-Offs
We invest in our talent to foster their success.
Our research centre is committed to supporting the local economy by fuelling an innovative business climate. As our researchers work today to solve the challenges of tomorrow, they regularly develop exciting new solutions for real-world scenarios.
This is the era of ICT, a sector in which innovations have the power to create entirely new markets. As the University’s ICT research centre, it is our mission to help these ideas become a reality by helping our scientists translate them into sustainable businesses.
Today, our spin-offs are success stories that we are proud to share.
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WavyMeet
WAVY MEET is a medical telecommunication platform that allows patients to undertake cardiac rehabilitation programs without commuting to the hospital.
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NIRWatchdog
Founded in 2023, NIRWatchdog combines Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy and blockchain technology to ensure high-precision quality control for raw materials. Among its features, NIRWatchdog’s advanced molecular fingerprinting and machine learning capabilities achieve over 98% accuracy, providing a robust solution to detect tampering and ensure data integrity across industries.
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DataThings
Founded in 2017 by Thomas Hartmann, a researcher in the SerVal group, DataThings develops intelligent software systems to transform data into actionable and valuable insights. Applicable to a variety of sectors, its solutions aim to support companies in taking the best operational decisions.
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Databourg
Founded in 2017, Databourg offers environmental monitoring using satellite networks. The company’s mission is to provide the best rainfall intelligence to business and institutional users, and to be recognised as “The Rain Company”.
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LuxAI
Founded in 2016, LuxAI designs intuitive and smart social robots for everyone. Among its products, QTrobot, a visually appealing, talking robot, offers an innovative approach to therapy for children with autism.
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Black Swan LUX
Founded in 2015, the company designs real-time monitoring and alerting solutions based on sensor data from wearable devices and external sources. Black Swan LUX has experience conceiving machine learning-based solutions.
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Motion-S
Founded in 2014, Motion-S creates solutions that objectively assess risk for accidents, offering detailed fleet analytics. The company allows insurance companies to adjust their pricing based on the driver’s behaviour – ultimately offering an incentive to help improve driving skills.