Dr Ncebakazi Galada has joined the Innovus technology transfer team on their journey as Technology Transfer Manager. She will be responsible for assisting researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs with identifying and managing intellectual property stemming from Stellenbosch University's research and innovation endeavours. She is passionate about translating ideas, research and innovation output into commercially viable products, processes, and services.

Ncebakazi has an MBA and a PhD in Biotechnology. Before joining Innovus, she has served in various portfolios within the national innovation system, with more than a decade's experience in research and innovation management landscape.

Ncebakazi says that she is excited about joining the vibrant Innovus team and looks forward to contributing her expertise to advance the already impressive innovation portfolio while also learning and growing in the technology transfer profession.​