Faculty Startups

Involvement of professors in startups.

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EPFL encourages faculty entrepreneurship as a powerful way to transform research into societal and economic impact.

Professors contribute to the creation of new technologies and play an important role in supporting startup development and entrepreneurial talent. As startups become independent companies, faculty members may choose to remain involved through advisory, governance or leadership roles.

EPFL’s guidelines provide practical information on faculty participation in startups, including roles and responsibilities, equity, governance, and the relationship between startup activities and academic duties.

The document is intended for internal use only and is accessible exclusively to members of the EPFL community.