Digital Health Seminar Series: Phil Kunovski

Phil Kunovski (KYMIRA)

From Research to Revenue: Academia-Industry Collaboration and Entrepreneurship

Transitioning academic research into a successful commercial venture presents both challenges and opportunities. In this seminar, Dr Phil Kunovski, will share insights from his own journey at KYMIRA Ltd., whose core technology was born out of University research and commercialised via a start-up venture.

The session will explore the realities of working with industry, including product evaluation, securing funding, and the key differences between academic and industrial research. It will also aim to provide practical insights on engaging with third-party collaborators, using funding mechanisms such as KTPs and Innovate UK, and understanding why industry partners value academic partnerships.

Speaker bio:

Phil has spent over a decade in the startup and scale-up ecosystem, serving as Executive Director, Chief Technology Officer, and more recently, Chief Financial Officer. He has a strong track record in leading and funding research and new product development initiatives, collaborating across academia, public healthcare, and industry. At KYMIRA, he has successfully secured multiple non-equity diluting grants to accelerate R&D and has played a key role in supporting the Founder CEO through several rounds of equity investment.

With a background in Electronic Engineering, he has dedicated the majority of his career to business leadership, specialising in emerging technologies such as IoT, wearables, e-textiles, and smart garments.

Please note: this seminar will be recorded and shared on YouTube.