10 September 2026 | 9am-5pm

Faculty Hall, Main Building,
Indian Institute of Science

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Preamble

The industry-institute conclave provides a focused platform to strengthen collaboration between IISc and industry partners through showcasing of patents, technologies, and research capabilities.

Why the Dialogue Matters

In today’s innovation ecosystem, sustained and structured dialogue between industry and academia is essential to translate research into real-world applications, foster economic growth, and build long-term strategic partnerships that benefit both sides and contribute to national technological advancement.

Theme

A key theme of the conclave is “Know-How to Show-How” – providing visibility not only to the know-how developed at IISc, but also demonstrating how this knowledge can be translated into practical applications and deployable solutions.

Objective of the Conclave

To promote student innovation & strengthen collaboration between IISc and industry by showcasing patents, technologies, and research capabilities across all divisions, facilitating technology licensing, joint R&D, consulting engagements, and other partnerships.

Bridge know-how with show-how by demonstrating practical pathways for translating academic research into deployable solutions

Align institute strengths with industry needs to drive innovation, commercialization, and mutual growth

Facilitate direct connections with specific labs and faculty for interested industry partners

About IIC 2026

The Industry Institute Conclave (IIC) 2026 aims to bridge know-how with show-how by demonstrating practical pathways for translating academic research into deployable solutions, while aligning institute strengths with industry needs to drive innovation, commercialization, and mutual growth.

  • Theme of the conclave is “Know-How to Show-How”.
  • Expected audience: IISc faculty members, researchers, students & research staff, startups, investors, industry leaders & professionals

Thematic Areas

Life Sciences & Health Tech

Energy & Sustainability

Physical-Digital convergence

For Industry

Access to cutting-edge intellectual property, research expertise, and working prototypes

Enable faster product development, innovation, and market entry

Avenues for technology licensing and joint R&D

Consulting engagements and customized solutions for specific needs.

For Institute

Enhanced opportunities for technology transfer

Greater potential for impactful collaborations and funding

Direct insight into industry challenges and requirements

Better alignment of research priorities with real-world needs.

Event Highlights

Participating Audience

  • IISc faculty
  • IISc students & research staff
  • Industry representatives
  • Startups
  • Investors

High-Impact Sessions

Talks by thought leaders, industry experts, and IISc leadership mapping out the future of academic research translation.

IP Showcase

An exclusive, hands-on opportunity to explore ready-to-license IISc patents, working prototypes, and breakthrough research capabilities.

Startup Showcase

Experience innovation in action through IISc faculty and alumni startups, deep-tech ventures, and breakthrough technologies.

IISc Innovation Pathfinders League (IPL 2026)

Witness the finals of IPL 2026, a dedicated innovators’ track where talented IISc innovation teams pitch their research commercialization plans to a panel of industry experts.

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