HEPTrepreneurs is the online series of events organised by HEPTech and GSI in collaboration with CERN dedicated to all members and partners of the network. The series focusses of High Energy Physics Entrepreneurship and covers various themes. The inspirational and interactive talks, round tables and keynotes are made for all those interested in entrepreneurship, but also for young people who want to know more about alternatives careers to research and for technology transfer officers looking for people to inspire. The meetings will include a presentation, a Q&A session and offers possibilities for networking.

HEPTrepreneurs Episode 21

Type: Technical Talk/career opportunity and Q&A.

Title: Open vs. Commercialization – A False Choice: Tools and Strategies for Open (Source) Transfer

Speaker: Dr. Kathrin Göbel, GSI

About the speaker:

Kathrin Göbel holds a doctorate in physics and spent 10 years conducting research in experimental astrophysics. Since 2023, Kathrin Göbel has been working as a Technology Liaison Officer at the GSI Helmholtz Center for Heavy Ion Research GmbH in the OpenTransfer project, which develops and tests methods for the transfer of knowledge and technologies in the context of open science.

Content of the webinar:

The publication and transfer of open-source projects requires researchers and technology transfer professionals to navigate strategic, legal, and economic considerations. This seminar provides practical tools and strategies to help make informed decisions about whether and under what conditions software or hardware should be openly shared or commercially exploited. It offers an overview of relevant guidelines and open-compatible business models. Central to this approach is a nuanced understanding of Open Science: "Open" does not automatically mean "free," but rather means consciously deciding when, how, and for whom knowledge is made accessible – balancing societal benefit, scientific integrity, and economic potential.

This session is aimed at scientists involved in Open Science projects, as well as technology transfer professionals and administrative staff.

For better planning of the event, please register if possible via the link below.

Join Videoconference:

https://gsi-fair.zoom.us/j/64890061597 
Meeting-ID: 648 9006 1597 
Passcode: 222172

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