On Thursday, 22 October 2026, colleagues from the five Flemish universities and the Industrial Research Fund (IOF) gathered in Ghent for the annual TTO-IOF event. Hosted in the historic Oude Vismijn, the event brought together technology transfer professionals, business developers and innovation experts for a full day of inspiration, discussion and networking around the theme “entrepreneurship in uncertain times.”
A new chapter in the world of stringed instruments begins today with the official founding of Atelier Duerinck. This innovative spin-off of HOGENT and UGent will be the first company in the world to produce and sell stringed instruments such as cellos and violins based on flax, a local and renewable crop.
OnTracx, a spin-off from Ghent University, combines science and technology in an innovative wearable for runners. The tiny device, the size of a coin, accurately measures the mechanical load on the body during running.
Professor Wim Hardyns of the Department of Criminology, Criminal and Social Law at Ghent University is developing a pioneering crime prediction and prevention system with the research project Big Data Policing, or BIGDATPOL.
Obulytix, a spin-off of Ghent University and KU Leuven, led by Yves Briers, is developing groundbreaking lysine enzymes as a new, effective treatment against bacterial infections.
Exoligamentz, a spin-off from Ghent University, offers a revolutionary alternative to sports tape. Led by founder Ashkan Joshghani, the company is developing an innovative protective glove for athletes.
Tonight, the iconic Wintercircus in Ghent turned into a vibrant meeting place for researchers and entrepreneurs. Researchers from the Ghent University Association (AUGent) met their potential ideal partner: an entrepreneur willing to transform their innovative idea into a successful spin-off.
AlfaSent, a spin-off from Ghent University, led by linguist Ellen De Geyndt, is developing innovative software that helps companies analyze feedback and customer reviews. Using artificial intelligence, AlfaSent provides in-depth insights into customer sentiment and emotions.
Trince, an innovative spin-off from Ghent University, wins the global Spinoff Prize from the scientific journal Nature. In the final on July 11 in Mainz (Germany), Trince finished ahead of two American and one British opponent.
Ghent University's Board of Governors officially approved the Fast Lane scheme. This new approach, developed by the TechTransfer Office, offers UGent researchers a fast, clear and proportional path to spin-off creation.
