UCSC's Innovation Catalyst program is advancing multi-virus diagnostics and energy-efficient electronics. From my experience launching startups and partnering with research labs, translating breakthroughs into products requires three focused actions: validate the clinical or market need early; align engineering and commercialization roadmaps; secure pilots that surface real-world constraints. If you lead a startup or university program navigating that path, send me a message to compare notes. #innovation https://www.santacruzworks.org/news/ucsc-research-drives-breakthroughs