Sparklab – Startup Incubation Training Program | 8 Weeks
Launch Your Startup Dream with hashtagSparklab!
SSSIHL-IIC is excited to announce the “Sparklab – Startup Incubation Training Program” – an 8-week immersive training (6 May– 29 June 2025) for aspiring changemakers ready to build and scale their ventures!
Inviting budding hashtagentrepreneurs & hashtaginnovators with unique ideas or solutions, seeking structured hashtagmentorship, student & faculty-led research projects looking to scale their innovation, and SSSIHL students, alumni & Sai youth with a passion to build impactful hashtagstartups.
Launching IIC Website!!
We are delighted to announce the official launch of the IIC.SSSIHL website—a dedicated online platform embodying the core values and spirit of innovation cherished by SSSIHL. Designed to foster collaboration, share impactful stories, and highlight pioneering projects, our website aims to bridge tradition and cutting-edge ideas, empowering our community to lead positive change. Explore, engage, and join us in shaping a future rooted in innovation guided by timeless values.
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Applications Open
Apply for the IIC -SSSIHL is announcing a 8 week “Sparklab: Startup Incubation Training Program” for Students, Alumni of SSSIHL and Sai Youth. The training will be conducted by a group of successful entrepreneurs and experts from Industry. This is the first program after the establishment of Sri Sathya Sai Research and Innovation Foundation at Prasanthinilayam, which provides all the facilities for Technology Development and Incubation.
Please note the Program Applications are being accepted, please go to the link shared below if you would like to Apply for the Training Program. The Program begins in May for a Duration of 8 Weeks (May’25 – June’25). Once you apply for the Program, our Training Coordinator will reach out to you with Program specific details.
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S³: She Thinks, She Innovates, She Leads
IIC -Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, Invites you to a One-Day Workshop on
S³: She Thinks, She Innovates, She Leads
In Collaboration with Women Entrepreneurship Hub (WE-Hub).Empowering the Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow!
Join us for a One-Day Workshop at SSSIHL Anantapur Campus, in collaboration with Women Entrepreneurship Hub (WE-Hub). Gain insights from industry leaders, enhance problem-solving skills, and explore entrepreneurship!
Date: 22nd March 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: MMLC, Anantapur Campus
Meet the WE-Hub Team
Mr. Jahid Sheik – Director of Social Impact & Entrepreneurship, WE-Hub
Ms. Uha Sajja – Associate Director of Social Impact & Entrepreneurship, WE-Hub
Mr. S.M Tajdar Ali Taj – Project Manager, WE-Hub
Ms. Sowmya Sri Katham – Project Intern, WE-Hub
Ms. Shriya Bhavani Thiramdasu – Project Intern, WE-Hub
- Ideation & Problem-Solving: Learn from expert facilitators on how to identify real-world problems and transform ideas into successful business ventures.
- Hands-on Activities & Pitch Fest: Get practical exposure and pitch your innovative ideas to an esteemed panel
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with leading entrepreneurs and industry professionals from WE-Hub
Event Brochure: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DNAawPUOfc07Qk6SeCOPIKSsUsWd-sA6/view?usp=sharing
From the Organiser
Sai Ram
We are happy to invite you to a One-Day Workshop on Innovation & Entrepreneurship, organized by the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), SSSIHL, in collaboration with Women Entrepreneurship Hub (WE-Hub).
This workshop, S³: She Thinks, She Innovates, She Leads, aims to empower aspiring entrepreneurs by fostering problem-solving skills, idea generation, and business pitching.
Please find the attached brochure for detailed information.
Thank you
Regards
Dr. Swetha Thiruchanuru( PhD- Entrepreneurship, JRF in Management)
Event Coordinator
Assistant Professor
Department of Management & Commerce
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
Anantapur Campus
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-swetha-thiruchanuru-761a3519
TRL: Maturing Innovation – By Sri. NLS Murthy
Technology Readiness Levels (TRL): Maturing Innovation – By Sri. NLS Murthy
General Manager, Country Leader, Member-Board of Directors – Greenway Health India Pvt Ltd
SSSIL Alumnus: 1991-98 ( MSc Maths & MTech Comp Sc)
VENUE: MMLC I, SSSIHL-BRINDAVAN CAMPUS TIME: 10:30 AM
DATE: 22ND MARCH, 2025
This presentation provided an in-depth look at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL), a systematic measurement approach that assesses the maturity of evolving technologies throughout their development cycle. Originally developed by NASA and now widely adopted across industries including healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing, and IT, the TRL framework offers a structured pathway from initial concept to commercial deployment.
Key Highlights:
The TRL Scale Explained
The presentation broke down the 9-level TRL scale, which progresses from basic research (TRL 1-3) through technology demonstration (TRL 4-6) to production and deployment (TRL 7-9):
- Research & Development (TRL 1-3): Covers basic principles, concept formulation, and proof of concept testing in lab environments
- Technology Demonstration (TRL 4-6): Involves component validation, testing in relevant environments, and prototype demonstrations
- Production & Deployment (TRL 7-9): Encompasses system demonstration in real environments, certified systems, and successful real-world implementation
Why TRL Matters
The presentation highlighted several benefits of using the TRL framework:
- Provides a structured pathway for technology development and management
- Establishes common ground for collaboration with industry and regulatory bodies
- Enables access to new markets and commercial opportunities
- Maintains visibility of strategic progress with realistic timelines
- Helps secure appropriate capital by matching financial support to TRL levels
- Ensures precise execution, preventing premature market entry or research stagnation
Real-World Applications
The presentation included practical examples of TRL application across various industries:
- Pharmaceutical development from initial scientific findings to drug distribution
- Hardware and systems technology from basic properties to market-ready products
- Specialized examples in quantum computing (qubit technology), drone/UAV development, and aviation (quieter jet engines)
Cost vs. Risk Analysis
A key insight presented was the inverse relationship between TRL levels and risk:
- Lower TRLs (1-3): Low cost but high risk
- Middle TRLs (4-6): Medium cost with moderate risk
- Higher TRLs (7-9): High cost but low risk
Practical Implementation
The presentation offered guidance on how to implement TRL assessment:
- Evaluating current TRL status of innovation projects
- Creating roadmaps to progress from current TRL to commercialization
- Linking TRL assessment to funding strategies and investor pitches
- Integrating TRL into incubation and acceleration programs
Avoiding Common Pitfalls
The presentation cautioned against common innovation failures, citing examples of unsuccessful startups and technologies that failed to mature properly, emphasizing the importance of:
- Ensuring product-market fit
- Addressing funding and financial management
- Developing effective marketing and sales strategies
- Building experienced teams and viable business models
This comprehensive framework provides innovators, investors, and organizations with a systematic approach to evaluate technological maturity, manage development risks, and strategically plan the path to successful commercialization.
