HerBioma wins 2nd place at UCL EXPLORE Program

The 'EXPLORE your Entrepreneurial Idea' programme at UCL Innovation and Enterprise represents a great opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to develop a business idea. In this last edition of the program, Alessia Favaron, a final-year PhD student, won second place a the pitching competition with HerBioma, a venture that aims to harness microbiome science for hormonal balance. The venture proposed the creation of microbiota-based health solutions, based on rigorous scientific research and consumer education. 

The EXPLORE programme is more than a competition - it's a launchpad into the business world. It offers tools to anyone looking to step into entrepreneurship. Students from various disciplines can gain insights into developing business plans, conducting market research, analysing competitors, and learning how to finally pitch your idea. These skills are valuable for anyone aspiring to turn a bright idea or research project into a successful start-up. UCL Innovation and Enterprise initiatives are a great supportive environment encourages entrepreneurial spirit and provides practical know-how to navigate the complex business

Alessia Favaron

a.favaron@ucl.ac.uk

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessiafavaron/