AcumenIST is a new concept consultancy initiative provided by experienced business leaders with a pronounced track record in both scientific research, development and innovation, as well as in public and regulatory affairs.
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AcumenIST combines strong professional skills in the stewardship of emerging technologies along their value chains with established track records in both entrepreneurship, business development and policy making; it supports both the private and the public sector through technology-specific expertise, including (but not limited to) the following activities:
- Technology and market analysis of all areas of biotechnology, nanotechnology and converging technologies
- Statistical and economic analyses and impact assessments
- Conceptualisation and conduct of (innovative) technology assessment, technology foresight and policy assessment exercises, including participatory (stakeholder engagement) exercises
- Business development (including both project participation and private contracting)
- R&D vision setting, strategy development and implementation monitoring
- General consultancy services regarding IP registration/licensing, product development, due diligence, commercialisation, standardisation, and regulatory and public affairs
- Network-building and –support
- Project management
AcumenIST’s Role in CHIASMA
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AcumenIST is responsible for the dissemination and communication of the Project and its results. AcumenIST has provided a corporate identity for CHIASMA and created its strong and growing visibility.
The latter is supported by AcumenIST’s strong engagement and network within the standardisation and policy-informing community.