This session is about setting out a big vision, how ideas can lead to a big vision which, when commercialised, can make a big difference to society and benefit the inventors. You will begin to understand why it is essential that entrepreneurs need to have a strong and clear vision for their business that can be clearly communicated to and understood by their team, potential investors and customers. You will also start to consider some of the key issues and challenges facing an entrepreneur. Prof CHRIS LOWE Institute of Biotechnology Chris is currently a Fellow of Trinity College and a Professor and Director of the Institute of Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge. His research work is multidisciplinary and covers aspects of biochemistry, microbiology, chemistry, electrochemistry, physics, electronics and chemical engineering. He is also actively involved in scientific work that includes prototype product development and R&D strategy. His work has led to the launch of many innovative products in the Life Sciences industry over the last 30 years. He is actively involved in many worldwide collaborations, is on the Editorial Boards of a number of academic journals and is a member of several UK Research Council and Government Committees on Scientific Policy.