BIOL441 BIOENTREPRENEURSHIP
| Course Code: |
2380441 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-0) |
| ECTS Credit: |
5.0 |
| Department: |
Biology |
| Language of Instruction: |
English |
| Level of Study: |
Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: |
Prof.Dr. HÜSEYÝN AVNÝ ÖKTEM |
| Offered Semester: |
Fall Semesters. |
Course Content
The course gives an introduction on bio-entrepreneurship. The students will be introduced with current trends in global bio-business opportunities and knowledge based bio-economy concept. Basics of legal requirements, intellectual property rights, regulatory environment, protection of ideas, funding opportunities to establish star-ups will be introduced. Important ventures in bio-business will be introduced. Business plan preparation and field visits to bio-based business facilities will be conducted.
