WIPO’s Scale Up Your IP program helps deep-tech ventures and spin-offs use intellectual property (IP) as a powerful driver for growth, investment and competitiveness.
If you’re developing a breakthrough technology and preparing to bring it to market, this free online program will help you integrate IP into your go-to-market strategy.
Spaces are limited — apply today to secure your place.
Who should apply?
- Deep-tech ventures developing advanced technologies.
- University spin-offs and projects originating from labs or research institutions.
- Innovators at launch stage with products close to commercialization.
Program requirements
Participants should have:
- A deep-tech product (e.g. digital, science- or technology-based).
- A technology readiness level (TRL) of 5–7.
- A venture ready to commercialize and scale.
Timeline and structure
- Registration deadline: September 30, 2025.
- Introductory session: Online on demand, to be completed by October 9.
- Modules 1-5: October 9/16/23/30, 2025.
- Final event: December 2025, by invitation. Only ventures completing all sessions will be invited to pitch at this closing networking event with investors.
What you’ll gain
- 1 introductory session on IP rights and the relevance for your venture.
- 5 interactive training sessions led by IP and business experts.
- Actionable factsheets and handouts to build your IP commercialization strategy.
- Practical templates and tools to support spin-off growth.
- Networking opportunities with peers, partners, and investors.
- A chance to pitch in front of investors at the final event.
- Certificate of participation (available to those who complete all sessions).
Program objectives
Scale Up Your IP helps participants:
- Integrate IP into go-to-market strategies.
- Identify unique selling points and define competitive advantages.
- Use IP databases for competitor and market analysis.
- Develop brand strategies for deep-tech innovations.
- Address IP ownership and spin-off structuring challenges.
- Prepare investor-ready data rooms to unlock funding opportunities.
Enrolment
Registration for the program closes on September 30, 2025.