Over two thirds of the funds that Germany invest in research and development are covered by industry. It is no wonder as the combination of business knowledge with fundamental and industrial research is a competitive advantage in a rapidly changing economy where innovation is a necessity. In addition, it is a win-win situation. Research focused professionals can benefit from relevant research topics that translates directly into commercial outcomes. Business on the other hand gets latest knowledge from the scholar community and wins highly skilled labour. In this session, we will discuss different scenarios on how to build a bridge between research and industry innovation and how researchers can find new opportunities in the business world. The opinions expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect the views of the Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation or any other person or associated institution involved in the making and distribution of the video.