Georgia Taxiarchopoulou

Georgia Taxiarchopoulou is a Business Developer and Impact Developer at Erasmus University Rotterdam, where she has been in her role since July 2022. She is involved with the university's Engagement & Research Services, previously known as Erasmus Research Services (ERS), focusing on facilitating the transition of academic research into practical applications and societal impact.134

In her position, Taxiarchopoulou plays a crucial role in the commercialization of research innovations. A notable project she has contributed to is the licensing of the Goal Setting Intervention, a positive psychology tool aimed at improving student retention and well-being. This initiative was developed by Prof. Michaéla Schippers at the Rotterdam School of Management and has reached approximately 60,000 students.12 Her work includes identifying strategic partnerships for commercialization and supporting researchers through the various stages of development and validation necessary for bringing their innovations to market.12

Taxiarchopoulou's background in business development and innovation management equips her to navigate the complexities of knowledge transfer and impact creation within the academic environment. Her efforts not only enhance the visibility of research outcomes but also ensure that they are effectively implemented to benefit society.12