Training for Researchers

Unlock your research potential with the Base Program. Are you an early-stage researcher eager to make your mark, or an experienced academic looking to amplify the impact of your work? The Base Program, delivered by Cruxes Innovation, is here to help La Trobe researchers take their research to the next level.

The Base Program is an experiential online learning initiative designed to empower researchers with the skills they need to succeed. Whether you're a master's or PhD student or a seasoned researcher, this program equips you with essential communication skills to effectively articulate the value of your research. It also provides practical tools to identify and connect with potential partners across industry, government, and community sectors, significantly enhancing the reach and impact of your projects.

The University is committed to supporting the professional growth of its researchers, and so all associated costs of the Base Program are fully covered for participants.

This is your chance to build confidence in presenting your research, expand your network, and maximise the real-world impact of your work.

This Program is designed around the founder’s journey, equipping aspiring founders with the knowledge, skills, and insights they need to build, grow, and lead a successful venture.

IP 1:1 provides researchers with a practical introduction to intellectual property (IP) and how it applies within the university environment. Topics include foundational IP concepts, patents, and protections - and what these mean for researchers in the context of their employment, research activities and potential commercialisation pathways.

This offering is designed to build IP awareness and help researchers understand key considerations around the creation, ownership, protection, and use of intellectual property.

Commercialisation 1:1 provides a practical introduction to commercialisation and how research and innovation can be translated into real-world impact.

Topics cover foundational commercialisation concepts and potential pathways to market. It is designed to build awareness of the commercialisation process, including how opportunities are identified and assessed, and the key considerations involved in progressing research towards commercial outcomes.