How to become a science entrepreneur

Entrepreneurial spirit

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Five tips from the experts on going it alone

With fierce competition and a scarcity of posts beyond post-doctoral level, many chemists see starting their own business as an alternative career path. But even for those researchers coming from an industry background, venturing into business can seem daunting. We spoke to some entrepreneurial insiders to find out their top tips when it comes to making it on your own.