From Vision to Venture

Join us at Trinity College OCR for an inspiring conversation on how bold ideas evolve into successful ventures. This event brings together accomplished founders and innovation leaders who have transformed their visions into real-world impact, sharing their challenges, breakthroughs, and key lessons learned along the way.

Our panellists include Lorna MacLean, winner of the 2024/25 Bradfield Prize, Molly Haugen, runner-up in 2021, and Jane Hutchins, Director of the Cambridge Science Park, a hub for science and technology innovation. The discussion will be moderated by Isuri Ratnayake, PhD Candidate at the University of Cambridge, Centre for Advanced Photonics and Electronics.

The Trinity Bradfield Prize is an award that supports entrepreneurial ventures in science and technology, providing funding, mentorship, and access to Cambridge’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.

🔹Lorna MacLean (Demetria) – Winner of the 2024/25 Bradfield Prize, Lorna's company, Demetria, is pioneering AI-based solutions to revolutionise the diagnosis of endometriosis, aiming to provide faster and more accurate detection for millions of women worldwide.

🔹Molly Haugen (Aetosense) – Runner-up in the 2021 Bradfield Prize, Molly leads Aetosense, a company that develops and manufactures advanced particle detection hardware, driven by a mission to empower clean air and build more resilient and inclusive cities for all.

🔹Jane Hutchins (Cambridge Science Park) – Appointed as Director of Cambridge Science Park in August 2022, Jane plays a key role advocating for thriving community of businesses on the Science Park, which is at the heart of one of the best-known and economically successful science, technology and innovation ecosystems in the world – Cambridge. Jane is also a director of the UK Science Park Association; chair of Anglia Ruskin University’s business advisory board; and past chair of the Cambridge Forum for Place.

🔹Moderator: Isuri Ratnayake – PhD Candidate, University of Cambridge, Centre for Advanced Photonics and Electronics.

• Gain exclusive insights from past and present Bradfield Prize winners on their transition from research to entrepreneurship.
• Learn about the Cambridge Science Park’s role in supporting innovative startups.
• Discover practical strategies for translating scientific research into a scalable venture.
• Connect with like-minded individuals, founders, and mentors in the Cambridge ecosystem.

Whether you're a researcher considering entrepreneurship, a student interested in startups, or someone curious about how scientific ideas become successful ventures, this event is an unmissable opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Trinity College OCR, Trinity Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom