Turning an incredible concept right into a viable startup takes persistence, perseverance and greater than slightly luck. However when an concept originates in a lab — whether or not it’s AI, biotech, robotics or one other deep tech analysis mission — issues shortly develop into more durable and far more costly.

So, how do you navigate the tough transition from analysis mission to commercialized enterprise? There’s lots to unpack in that one query, which is why we’re thrilled that Pae Wu, common accomplice at SOSV and CTO at IndieBio, will be part of us onstage at TechCrunch Early Stage on April 20 in Boston, Massachusetts.

It’s one factor to construct a prototype that works in a managed lab setting. It’s fairly one other to enter manufacturing and have your creation work persistently in the true world — each time, on a regular basis. Technical concerns are only one facet of commercializing a lab mission that Wu can handle in a session known as “How you can Flip Analysis right into a Enterprise.” Right here’s why we imagine she’s a terrific option to deal with this subject.

At each SOSV and IndieBio, Wu is answerable for portfolio administration and technical oversight. She has invested in high-risk options to intractable issues (each governmental and company). A pattern of SOSV portfolio firms embody Apix, New Age Meats, Good Day and Re-Nuble. Wu applies rigorous science and engineering to rework rising applied sciences into options for nationwide protection, humanity and the planet.

Previous to becoming a member of IndieBio, Wu served because the scientific director of Alpha, Telefónica’s Barcelona-based moonshot manufacturing unit. Her earlier profession consists of stints as science director on the U.S. Workplace of Naval Analysis (International) and as a technical advisor on the Protection Superior Analysis Initiatives Company (DARPA).

All TechCrunch Early Stage classes embody loads of Q&A time to get solutions instantly from the audio system. You’ll stroll away with a deeper, working understanding of matters and abilities which can be important to startup success. Purchase an early-bird founder ticket now and save $200.