DiscoverThe Research Adventure Podcast#14 Raj Thakur: How curiosity, focus and interdisciplinary problem-solving created a spinout success story
#14 Raj Thakur: How curiosity, focus and interdisciplinary problem-solving created a spinout success story

#14 Raj Thakur: How curiosity, focus and interdisciplinary problem-solving created a spinout success story

Update: 2025-11-20
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In this conversation, Raj discusses his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, focusing on the founding of Re-Vana Therapeutics, a company dedicated to innovative ocular drug delivery systems. He shares insights on the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, commercialisation, and maintaining urgency in startup environments. Raj emphasises the significance of focus in research and the impact of developing technologies that benefit patients. He also reflects on his role in mentoring PhD students and fostering a culture of innovation and skills development.


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#14 Raj Thakur: How curiosity, focus and interdisciplinary problem-solving created a spinout success story

#14 Raj Thakur: How curiosity, focus and interdisciplinary problem-solving created a spinout success story

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