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Ben Hooper

Commercialisation Intern (KiwiNet sponsored)

Ben Hooper

Ben supports Lincoln Agritech’s Commercialisation and Business Development team, helping translate innovative research into commercially viable solutions. With a background in chemistry and hands-on experience in both scientific research and investment analysis, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and market application.
He holds a Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours in Chemistry from the University of Canterbury, where his research focused on developing novel routes to herbicide replacements. Alongside his scientific training, Ben has built experience as both a commercial and investment analyst, working with early-stage ventures on market validation, due diligence, and go-to-market strategies. His work is grounded in a strong understanding of both technical feasibility and commercial outcomes.
At Lincoln Agritech, Ben contributes to assessing the viability of emerging technologies, developing business cases, and engaging with market opportunities to help ensure research delivers real-world impact.
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