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Key ingredients for success in Europe
February 2006
Europe has a substantial big pharma presence and a continuing tradition of scientific excellence, but several factors still hinder the development of a vibrant biotech sector.

Scaling the biobusiness information mountain
November 2004
Budding bioentrepreneurs need an information-gathering strategy that balances time and budgetary constraints when deciding whether to sift through the glut of free information on biotech or to opt for subscription services offering higher quality, more insightful analysis.

Paths to entrepreneurship in the life sciences
October 2004
Many biotech companies are founded by scientists. But there is certainly a path, somewhat less trodden but nonetheless viable, for the inspired entrepreneur who may not be a brilliant researcher.

Business model competitions catch investors' eyes
May 2004
Entrepreneur contests spark innovation and provide a practice run for start-ups.

Company founders: voices of experience
March 2004
Interviews with nine leading scientists who founded startup companies reveal some common themes and lessons.

Navigating US conflict-of-interest rules when commercializing research
August 2003
Biomedical researchers and institutions looking to commercialize their inventions are faced with an array of policies and regulations for managing potential conflicts of interest.

The habits of successful bioentrepreneurs
June 2003
An analysis of the behaviors that have best served life science entrepreneurs.

The rise of the European bioentrepreneur
June 2002
After many fits and starts, European biotechnology is finally gaining steam, despite institutional and cultural obstacles facing would-be entrepreneurs, says Joe Alper.

Adventures in wonderland
June 2001
A personal perspective on the many challenges faced by scientists when becoming bioentrepreneurs. These can be overcome with a little curiosity, creativity, and commitment.

An emerging European model for bioentrepreneurship
February 1999
The US model for biotechnology is not easily exportable to Europe, but an alternative European business model may be adaptable everywhere.

Becoming a bioentrepreneur
May 1998
From first idea to profitable organization, building a company requires teamwork and trust.

The three pillars of bioentrepreneurship
May 1998
Creating a biotechnology company that lasts depends on the ability to balance management, capital, and technology.

Five "C's" of successful startups
May 1998
Maintaining the balance of commitment, communication, criticism, conjecture, and competition is the basis for bioentrepreneurial success.

Factors for success in biotechnology: Then and now
May 1998
To launch a successful startup, keep your focus on the basics.

Some thoughts on bioentrepreneurship
May 1998
Points to consider before quitting your day job.