Knowledge, technology and innovations created at research entities have to make an impact outside of faculties and laboratories. Commercialisation of research is a mean to fulfill this task. Licensing and spin-outs are the two sides of the same coin – two crucial options for commercialisation of academic results. Leading experts from: Cardiff University, Planning Division, United KingdomUniversity of Amsterdam, Strategy and Information, the NetherlandsUniversity of Copenhagen, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, DenmarkUniversity of Lausanne, International Relations, SwitzerlandUniversity of Groningen, Office of the University Directorate, the NetherlandsGoethe University Frankfurt, Department of the President, Germany will examine both: licensing as well as academic spin-outs: How to chose the best option for commercialising academic researchWhen is it worth to set up a spin-out and when licensingWhat has to be taken into consideration with regard to Intellectual Property rightsHow can be avoided typical pitfalls during the licensing processWhich tools are available to structure and control the licensing processWhat are the financial implications for setting up spin-outsHow to operate Proof of Concept-fundingHow to successfully raise funding for start-ups Additional information regarding the programme, the speakers and the registration formalities is available in the seminar brochure.