In Norse mythology, Mimir’s Well was a sacred spring of wisdom, where those who sought knowledge would come to drink.
Here, you will find:
Insights & Stories – Blog posts on research commercialization and deep tech.
Essential Resources – Curated books, reports, and articles
Practical Playbooks – Actionable frameworks for creating the best sytem of research commercialization
Whether you're a researcher, student, government official or entrepreneur, Mimir’s Well is here to fuel your journey.
Take a sip—start exploring.
Why the World’s Brightest Researchers Need You—Even If You Don’t Write Code
Deep tech isn’t just for scientists and engineers. It takes designers, storytellers, business minds, all curious and resourceful minds to turn breakthroughs into real-world impact. GPS, Post-it Notes, and even the personal computer weren’t just technical achievements—they became game-changers because someone outside the lab saw their potential.
The #1 Career Path That Will Actually Change the World—and Why You’ve Never Heard of It
Research commercialization isn’t just about scientists—it’s about builders, visionaries, and problem-solvers who bridge the gap between discovery and impact. If you’re serious about changing the world, this is the career path that actually does it.
Resources
Redefining the role of technology transfer to seize the full potential of universities
A report for Kemianteollisuus on why even global leaders in research commercialization haven’t cracked it.
fifty years spinout playbook
A compact guide on how a company spins out from university. Written in the US context from a VC perspective.
university tech transfer: What it is and how to do it
A book that dives into the history of how research commercialization evolved, especially in the UK context.
BYU Tech transfer podcast
Brigham Young University’s podcast on tech transfer. Especially interesting with their heavy focus on students.
A scientific approach to vc
A guide to understand how VC works, especially for academics.
the state of research commercialization in finland
A white paper we wrote together with the Startup Foundation on why research commercialization should be focused on in Finland from a policy perspective.
Deep tech study finland 2024
Tesi’s report on the status of Deep Tech companies in Finland in 2024.
europe’s innovation paradox
A blog post we wrote for the OECD on why research commercialization should be focused on in Europe from a policy perspective.
European deep tech report 2023
Dealroom’s report on the state of european deep tech.