From Research Lab
to Market Reality.
KUEC guides Khalifa University innovators through 24 structured steps — transforming ideas into validated, fundable ventures.
Khalifa University · Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Framework
24 Steps to a
Validated Venture
Four phases. Six steps each. A complete journey from market discovery to launch readiness.
Platform
Tools That Work
as Hard as You Do
Everything you need to validate, plan, and launch — in one platform.
Guided Frameworks
Business Model Canvas, Value Proposition Canvas, and structured templates mapped to every step. No blank pages.
87+ Interactive Tools
TAM calculators, unit economics models, and revenue projections — purpose-built for each phase.
Team Collaboration
Assigned roles, shared workspaces, and real-time progress across your founding team.
Progress Tracking
Milestone validation across all 24 steps with visual dashboards.
Expert Validation
Submit deliverables for structured faculty feedback at every milestone.
Community
Khalifa University's
Innovation Ecosystem
Whether you're a student, researcher, or industry partner — KUEC has a path tailored for your innovation journey.
Students
Turn your thesis into a startup with structured mentorship and the DE framework.
Faculty
Commercialize research and bridge the gap from lab to market.
Staff
Support KU innovation and contribute to Abu Dhabi's knowledge economy.
External Partners
Leverage Abu Dhabi's innovation ecosystem and KU's research excellence.
Start Today
Ready to turn your idea
into reality?
Join Khalifa University's community of innovators. Your structured path from concept to launch starts here.