About VidiPreneur
VidiPreneur provides free, practical entrepreneurship education for life science researchers and aspiring founders. Drawing on hands-on biotech startup experience, we help learners assess opportunities, challenge assumptions and build evidence-based business cases.
Vision
A world where life science researchers and founders can access the knowledge, expertise and partnerships needed to turn scientific discoveries into products and services that benefit society.
Experience Behind the Academy
VidiPreneur draws on more than 20 years of combined practical experience in biotech entrepreneurship, pharmaceutical business development and clinical research.
Founder & Content Creater
Dr. Andreas A. Bastian
Andreas brings extensive of experience across roles as a startup founder and CEO, Head of Strategic Project Management within pharmaceutical business development, and a consultant in the life sciences sector. His experience includes developing business cases, establishing strategic partnerships, and securing venture capital and non-dilutive funding.
Content Creater
Dr. Maria Bastian
As a content creator, Maria contributes to building the Academy, bringing experience as a Chief Scientific Officer in a biotech startup, a project manager in the pharmaceutical industry and a clinical study lead at a university hospital. She is also experienced in applying for and managing non-dilutive funding.
Keeping Learning Accessible
Our goal is to keep standard Academy courses free for individual learners and sustain their development through sponsorship and paid institutional services.
Our Long-Term Ambition
Our long-term ambition is to connect startups with companies and advisors who can support product and service development and market entry.