In this episode, we sit down with Sara Holland, a patent attorney and biotechnology expert with deep experience guiding scientists, startups, and corporates through the complex world of Intellectual Property (IP).

Sara has spent her career helping innovators protect and translate their ideas, from early-stage academic discoveries to market-ready biotech products. With a background bridging science, law, and business, she offers a unique perspective on how researchers can think about IP not as a barrier, but as a tool for enabling collaboration, funding, and long-term impact.
In our conversation, Sara shares insights into how patents are assessed, the common pitfalls researchers face, and how to make informed choices about when to protect, license, or let go of IP. We also explore the cultural gap between scientists and commercial teams, and how bridging that divide can unlock real opportunities.

Whether you’re considering launching a startup, licensing your technology, or just curious about how ideas move beyond the lab - this episode is for you.