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SUMMARY:Academic Event - From Postdoc to Start-Up: The Ethicronics Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Franck Courbon for a talk tracing his journey from postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Cambridge to founding and leading Ethicronics\, a cutting-edge\, Cambridge-based deep-tech start-up. Ethicronics stands at the forefront of secure hardware innovation in a world of rising cybersecurity threats and global supply chain uncertainties. \nThis session will blend personal storytelling with entrepreneurial insights\, offering a behind-the-scenes look at: \n\nThe academic roots of the Ethicronics idea and its evolution from research to real-world application.\nThe transition from postdoc to founder: challenges\, mindset shifts\, and hard-won lessons.\nNavigating Cambridge’s innovation ecosystem: funding\, recognition\, and strategic positioning.\nWhat it takes to build a principled start-up in a high-stakes\, high-integrity domain.\n\nWhether you’re curious about academic entrepreneurship\, seeking practical inspiration for your own path\, or simply interested in the real story behind a thriving Cambridge spinout\, this talk offers insight\, reflection\, and a vision for impactful research-led innovation. \nFranck is a Lucy Cavendish By-Fellow\, a FormtheFuture Ambassador\, Cambridge University Engineers’ Associatiation Executive Committee Member and been named UK Young Academy Member in 2025\, CyberSecurity Influencer of the Year 2025 and Franco-British Young Leader 2025 \nPlease note that this event is open to Trinity undergraduate/ postgraduate students as well. Please register your attendance using this sign-up sheet. The maximum number of participants for this event is 15. \nDate: 25.09.2025 \nVenue: Deighton Room \nDuration: 19:00-21:00 \nProvisions: Pizza and drinks \nOrganised and hosted by Nandini Karthik
URL:https://postdocsoc.trin.cam.ac.uk/events/academic-event-from-postdoc-to-start-up-the-ethicronics-journey/
LOCATION:Deighton Room\, Trinity College\, Cambridge
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