Academia versus Startup | Dr Priya Perumal
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In this episode of ‘Lab to Market Leadership,’ Dr. Priya Perumal, a leading expert in construction materials and Chief Scientific Officer at C2CA, discusses the contrasts between university labs and startup environments. Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities that come with moving from academia to the commercial sector. Dr. Perumal provides practical advice and shares her personal journey, offering invaluable guidance for researchers considering this transition. Tune in to understand how to bridge the gap between academic research and market success.
00:00 The Role of a Chief Scientist in a Startup
00:49 Introduction to the Lab to Market Leadership Podcast
01:18 Guest Introduction: Dr. Priya Perumal
03:14 Priya's Initial Impressions of Startup Life
05:56 Comparing Academia and Industry
13:41 The Importance of Practical Applications in Research
24:46 Exploring the Role of Chief Scientist in a Startup
26:21 Balancing Academic and Startup Responsibilities
28:38 Navigating the Challenges of Funding and Team Management
31:19 Differences Between Academia and Industry
36:19 Advice for Aspiring Chief Scientists
42:29 The Importance of Diversity and Mentorship
47:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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1. The Role of a Chief Scientist in a Startup (00:00:00)
2. Introduction to the Lab to Market Leadership Podcast (00:00:49)
3. Guest Introduction: Dr. Priya Perumal (00:01:18)
4. Priya's Initial Impressions of Startup Life (00:03:14)
5. Comparing Academia and Industry (00:05:56)
6. The Importance of Practical Applications in Research (00:13:41)
7. Exploring the Role of Chief Scientist in a Startup (00:24:46)
8. Balancing Academic and Startup Responsibilities (00:26:21)
9. Navigating the Challenges of Funding and Team Management (00:28:38)
10. Differences Between Academia and Industry (00:31:19)
11. Advice for Aspiring Chief Scientists (00:36:19)
12. The Importance of Diversity and Mentorship (00:42:29)
13. Conclusion and Final Thoughts (00:47:39)
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