Join us as Professor Detlev Riesner, co-founder of Qiagen, reveals the secrets behind building a global biotech powerhouse. Launching Qiagen in 1980s Germany, a time when venture capital was scarce and the path from research to market success was uncharted, Professor Riesner didn’t just imagine it—he lived it.

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In this exclusive interview, you’ll learn:

• The founding story of Qiagen and its groundbreaking achievement as the first German company to list on Nasdaq! 🚀

A must-listen for those interested in:

• Biotech entrepreneurship and startups

Ready to be inspired?

Professor Riesner’s profound insight: "It has to be in the mind of the administration of these people to help and not to ask money from people who don't have the money." This insight encapsulates the challenges and potential of academic entrepreneurship.

Episode Highlights:

• The influence of a Nobel laureate on Professor Riesner’s academic journey.

Learn more about Professor Detlev Riesner:

• Wikipedia: Detlev Riesner

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