For a successful technology company, it is important to obtain the best technologies from research institutes and universities which help strengthen the success within the market. However, many scientists as so-called “pure researcher” are unaware of differences between the demands of the research laboratory and industries, which makes their academic endeavors less applicable to real world. Ten years ago, I was one of these “pure researchers” and my ignorance to the link between pure research …showed first 75 words of 491 total…

…showed last 75 words of 491 total…at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, I participated in many biotech projects that were mostly collaborated with companies. The concrete experiences with biotech industrial projects clarified for me the need for cohesiveness between university laboratory and real world requirements for technology. Engaging frequently in technology transfer issues made me interested in technology management that becomes my career goal. For realizing this goal, high quality program would give me the opportunity for systematic management training.