Entrepreneur in Residence

The Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program invites an experienced entrepreneur to engage with researchers, with the goal to foster a more entrepreneurial culture among them, encourage exploration of technology transfer opportunities, and establish collaboration with industry and connection with investors. The program targets PhD students, postdocs, and professors from the VCQ. Over a two week residency, the EIR will take part in scheduled and open meetings with individual researchers or teams, drawing on his extensive industry knowledge to provide insights into current industry challenges and opportunities. From these discussions researchers will gain a better understanding on how their work can fit into a commercial context, which will help them identify business ideas and collaboration partners. Additionally, the EIR will share success stories based on his collaborations with researchers, which illustrate the value and impact of bridging the gap between fundamental research and practical applications.
 
 

Please register here

Program Details

Timeframe of the program: 22. to 30. April 2025

Meetings with Mads Bahrami

We are offering one-on-one and small group meetings with Mads throughout his residency. Register for his lecture and meetings here or email us with your availability to sign up.


Kickoff Lecture: Entrepreneurship in Quantum and AI: Navigating the Transition from Theory to Industry

Date: April 22, 3:00 PM
Location: Ernst-Mach Lecture Hall, 2nd floor, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1090 Vienna
Mads will share success stories from his collaborations with researchers, showcasing how fundamental research can lead to real-world impact.

Abstract:

Quantum computing and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing industries, yet the journey from theoretical breakthroughs to practical applications remains daunting. In this talk, we will explore how emerging technologies can transition from laboratory concepts to real-world solutions. Attendees will gain insights into navigating the challenges of entrepreneurial ventures within the rapidly evolving landscape of quantum and AI. The session will address pivotal strategies for integrating cutting-edge research into business practices, fostering innovation, and driving impactful applications in industry. Whether you’re a researcher, entrepreneur, or technology enthusiast, this talk will provide practical guidance on leveraging quantum and AI to shape the future of technology.

 

 

About the Entrepreneur

Mads Bahrami is a physicist and innovator specializing in quantum computation and emerging technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Sharif University of Technology and has conducted extensive research in quantum computing, including postdoctoral work at UC Riverside in collaboration with Google and UC Berkeley. As a Marie Curie Fellow, he pursued research at Trieste University and contributed to the NANOQUESTFIT project at the University of Vienna. Currently, he leads Academic Innovation at Wolfram Research, working closely with U.S. national labs, top universities, and startups to bridge cutting-edge technologies—particularly at the intersection of quantum computing and AI—into business applications.

The EIR program is organized in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship team of the university of Vienna.