Washington University is seeking a new director for its Skandalaris Center, following Emre Toker's decision to step down next month.

Bayerische Patentallianz, the tech transfer organisation for institutions in Bavaria, has welcomed Robert Phelps as its managing director.

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Peter Nagler is leaving Evonik Industries, where he was head of international innovation, for a position at Singapore's AStar.

Laurel Buckner has moved from GCI Communications to a role as managing director of ATN International's new corporate venturing unit, ATN Ventures.

Tencent's senior director of corporate strategy and investment, Grace Yun Xia, has departed for a principal role at venture capital firm Jungle Ventures.

Venture capital firm B Capital has chosen Joe Davis, North American chairman of Boston Consulting Group, as its vice-chairman and executive sponsor.