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This is One North Stories, an A*START CENTRAL Podcast
Meet Anuj Jain from NTU’s National Graduate Research Innovation Program (National GRIP).
Recorded at SWITCH 2025, this episode features Reuben in conversation with Anuj as they explore his dynamic career journey—from FMCG to entrepreneurship and venture capital—leading to his current role at NTU running National GRIP.
Anuj shares how National Grip is driving the commercialization of deep tech research and nurturing science entrepreneurs to bridge academia and industry. The discussion highlights strategic partnerships, including a recent collaboration with Activate US, aimed at helping scientists scale innovations globally.
They also dive into the challenges of shifting research-focused mindsets toward entrepreneurial thinking and the opportunities for Singapore to build globally disruptive companies.
Learn more about National GRIP, NTU, Anuj and the amazing work they are doing:
NTU Venture Building (Website)
NTU Innovation and Entrepreneurship (LinkedIn)
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