Episode Details

In this interview, Teresa Carvalho, EIC Scaling Club Mentor for the New Biotech Platforms market group, shares her perspective on helping deep tech companies bridge the gap between scientific innovation, investor expectations, and long-term growth.

Drawing on her experience in academia, the World Health Organization, and startup mentoring, Teresa reflects on the importance of strategic thinking, multidisciplinary collaboration, and understanding market fit when scaling breakthrough technologies.

She also highlights the value of the EIC Scaling Club, emphasizing the power of mentorship, networking, and face-to-face interactions in helping companies navigate the path from innovation to commercialization.

Recorded at the Growth Forum in Paris on 18 March 2026.