Thomas shares his journey from studying pharmacology to leading a startup that helps companies turn early-stage tech ideas into tangible products. They dive into Scimita’s pioneering work in battery recycling and the circular economy, the transition from academia to entrepreneurship, and the exciting plans for expanding Scimita’s operations.
Timestamps:
00:35 – What Scimita Ventures does
02:10 – Thomas’s background: From pharmacology to entrepreneurship
05:00 – Transitioning from academia to startups
07:45 – Working on innovative medical devices like non-invasive blood glucose monitors
10:15 – The impact of COVID-19 on product development and remote testing
12:30 – The importance of collaboration with universities and entrepreneurs
15:00 – Circular economy projects: Battery recycling and reducing waste
18:40 – Future plans: Expanding Scimita Ventures' operations to a new facility in Western Sydney
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