Flagship Programme

The Rapid Innovation
Fellowship

A long-term institutional capability, not a short programme

The core mechanism through which the lab operates within an institution, enabling sustained innovation without disrupting existing academic structures

100
Fellows per Cohort
12
Month Duration
100+
Tangible Outputs
15
Flagship Events

Who Becomes a Fellow

Selected participants remain fully embedded in their academic roles while contributing to innovation that matters

Academic Staff

Faculty members advancing research and thought leadership

Researchers

PhD candidates and postdocs building publication portfolios

Senior Students

Final year undergraduates and masters candidates

Alumni Network

External collaborators and entrepreneurial alumni

How the Fellowship Works

A structured rhythm that enables sustained innovation while respecting academic commitments

12

Monthly Convenings

Structured sessions throughout the year for progress, feedback, and peer collaboration

3

Onsite Bootcamps

Intensive flagship conferences or bootcamps for deep work and major milestone delivery

Unlimited

Ongoing Mentorship

Continuous support, expert guidance, and peer networks that extend beyond scheduled events

What Each Cohort Produces

Every fellowship is designed to generate over 100 tangible outputs that progress beyond the programme period

Ventures & Products

Market validated business concepts and solution prototypes ready for incubation or commercialization

Research & Publications

Academic papers, long-form publications, and research that strengthens institutional impact

Policy & Industry Outputs

Strategic recommendations and frameworks for government agencies and corporate partners

Knowledge Products

Educational content, courses, and thought leadership that establishes intellectual property

All outputs are participant led, institution supported, and designed to continue beyond the fellowship

Why Senior Leadership Chooses the Fellowship

A prestige based model that delivers sustained impact without disrupting existing structures

Visible Commitment

Demonstrate innovation leadership without curriculum overhaul or structural disruption

Sustained Outputs

Research and commercial results that flow consistently across the entire academic year

Cross-Disciplinary

Enable collaboration across departments and faculties without bureaucratic friction

Attracts Excellence

Prestige based selection draws high caliber participants who elevate institutional reputation

The fellowship becomes a repeatable institutional asset

Not a one-off initiative, but a permanent capability that compounds value year over year