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AUTM on the AirThe Origin of Technology Transfer Professionals Day with Chad RiggsEvery now and then, someone inside a Tech Transfer office tries something small, something meant for their own team, and it ends up resonating far beyond their campus. That’s the path our guest followed, and it’s a great reminder of how ideas in this profession can ripple outward in ways we don’t always expect.My guest today is Chadwig “Chad” Riggs, former marketing associate at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s Office of Technology Licensing and the creator of Technology Transfer Professionals Day, which is celebrated each year on December 12, the anniversary of the Bayh–Dole...
2025-12-1036 minAUTM on the AirThe AUTM Better World Project Revisited: An Updated Look at Technology Transfer's Global ImpactHow do discoveries in a university lab make their way into everyday life? That question sits at the heart of AUTM’s Better World Project. When it first launched almost 20 years ago, it was just a small booklet with a handful of stories. Today, it’s grown into a global showcase with more than 600 examples of how technology transfer changes lives. In this episode, we’re taking another look at the project, what’s new, and why it continues to matter.I’m joined by RK Narayanan, Senior Director of Business Development and Technology Transfer at Cold Spring Har...
2025-09-2443 minAUTM on the AirCRISPR Breakthroughs in Tuberculosis and Tech Transfer with Dr. Valwynne FaulknerThis episode will illustrate how scientific research and tech commercialization can create a powerful impact. I'm excited to have Dr. Valwynne Faulkner on the show today. She is a postdoctoral researcher at the Francis Crick Institute and a LifeArc Knowledge Transfer Innovations Fellow. Her fascinating work spans cutting-edge molecular biology research and technology transfer.Val walked me through the work her team is doing with CRISPR to expose new ways of tackling tuberculosis, even the stubborn drug‑resistant strains. She also opened up about how the LifeArc fellowship is pulling her deeper into tech transfer, what she is learnin...
2025-05-0715 minAUTM on the AirProtecting Tech Transfer And University Innovation Funding With Mike WaringThe future of research and innovation is on the line. Right now, universities across the country are facing significant funding cuts that could reshape the way groundbreaking discoveries move from the lab to the real world. These cuts threaten not just the researchers and students who rely on them, but the very foundation of our innovation economy. If you have ever wondered how new medicines, cutting-edge technologies, or even life-saving treatments come to exist, the answer often lies in Tech Transfer. Without proper funding, that process is at risk.To unpack what is happening and what can...
2025-03-1221 minAUTM on the AirBreaking the Silence on Mental Health in Technology Transfer with Megan Aanstoos, Anji Miller, and Ed ErgenzingerIn the fast-paced world of Tech Transfer, we work to close the gap between great research and real-world impact. But behind the scenes, many of us face high pressure, high expectations, and a profession that’s often misunderstood. Today we’re breaking the silence on a critical but often overlooked issue—mental health in tech transfer.In this episode, we’ll talk about the unique challenges we face, from imposter syndrome and burnout to the stigma around mental health in the workplace. Most importantly we’ll discuss how to create a culture of well-being in Tech Transfer offices (T...
2025-02-0556 minAUTM on the AirRevitalizing Rural America: The Role of University Tech Transfer and Cooperative Extension with Dr. Richard CahoonFor decades, rural areas have faced a steady decline—losing economic opportunities, grappling with the "brain drain" as creatives and young people migrate to urban centers, and watching local industries falter. But what if university Tech Transfer offices (TTOs) could reverse this trend and be the spark for rural revitalization? Today’s episode explores this potential with Dr. Richard Cahoon, an expert in the field who has over 30 years of experience in invention, intellectual property (IP) management, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurship.Dr. Richard Cahoon, an Adjunct Professor in Global Development and former Director of Cornell’s Tech Transf...
2024-10-3039 minAUTM on the AirCelebrating 50 Years of Innovation: AUTM's Journey from SUPA to Today with Teri Willey and Stephen AtkinsonWelcome to a very special milestone episode of AUTM on the Air! Today, we mark a significant moment – our 200th episode, and we're kicking off the celebration of AUTM's 50th anniversary.Over the past five decades, AUTM has been at the forefront of advancing technology transfer and innovation, bringing together professionals from academia, industry, and government to drive economic growth and societal impact. In this episode, we reflect on the remarkable journey of AUTM, from its early beginnings to the influential organization it is today.Joining us are two distinguished guests who have been integral in...
2024-05-0857 minAUTM on the AirInclusive Innovation: Bridging the Inventor Gap with Insights from Colleen Chien and Lisa Larrimore OuelletteThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2024-01-3100 minAUTM on the AirBayh-Dole Draft Concerns - Member Bonus episodeAs the clock ticks towards the closure of the 60-day comment period on Feb. 6, and NIST prepares to review and finalize guidance, there are still some crucial concerns regarding the Draft Interagency Guidance Framework for Considering the Exercise of March-In Rights, a tool created to evaluate when it might be appropriate to require licensing of a patent developed with federal funding.The Bayh-Dole Act, a key driver of public-private partnerships and innovation in the U.S., is at the heart of today's discussion. We'll explore AUTM's position, the act's original intentions, and the potential impacts of the...
2024-01-2922 minAUTM on the AirCountdown to AUTM 2024: Almesha Campbell Shares What's in Store for San DiegoWelcome to a special episode as we gear up for the 2024 AUTM Annual Meeting in San Diego. This episode offers an exciting sneak peek at what awaits attendees this year. I am joined by Almesha Campbell, AUTM Board Chair and Assistant Vice President for Research and Economic Development at Jackson State University. We are thrilled about going to San Diego and participating in this event.Lisa and Almesha discuss the widespread excitement about the meeting. International members will be recognized, and there will be eight tracks for professionals. At AUTM, experts in various areas are eager to...
2024-01-2428 minAUTM on the AirChanging the Game in Tech: University of Kentucky's Inclusive Approach to Entrepreneurship With Serenity WrightThere's more to commercialization than just the impact of technology being transferred. This episode focuses on social innovation in technology and the University of Kentucky's Office of Technology Commercialization's unique approach. It's not just about developing, but also managing entrepreneurship programs with a focus on inclusive innovation. This ensures fair access to training for underrepresented innovators in Kentucky.I'm joined by Serenity Wright, the Associate Director of Social Innovation at the University. Holding a doctorate in policy, measurement, and evaluation, her rich background includes teaching high school, leading diversity initiatives at Transylvania University, and roles in city...
2024-01-1700 minAUTM on the AirFederal Government Relations: Advocacy Strategies At The National Level With Mike WaringThe esteemed Mike Waring, AUTM’s Advocacy and Alliances Coordinator, is back to continue our conversation about national advocacy and federal government relations. Last week, Mike shared strategies for state and local tech transfer. Advocacy is ultimately about relationships. Your campus federal relations team is the one that creates the relationship between your campus and Congress, so it's crucial to have a good relationship with them. You want them to know who you are and what your issues are. You also want to be a specific resource to help make your case in Washington. Mike high...
2024-01-1029 minAUTM on the AirBuilding Bridges in Tech Transfer: Local and State Advocacy Strategies with Mike WaringThe success of tech transfer efforts begins with advocacy. Tech transfer is not just an abstract idea. It creates real companies and real jobs. Getting policy makers to understand tech transfer will push the whole profession in a positive way.Mike Waring, AUTM Advocacy and Alliances Coordinator, is here to talk about advocacy at the local, state, and national level. In this two-part episode, we begin with advocacy at the state and local level. Mike talks about the importance of tapping into relationships with campus government relations people and enabling them to educate and explain w...
2024-01-0323 minAUTM on the AirThe Role of AI in Technology Transfer Offices with Marc SedamIf you’re worrying about the impact that AI tools could have on your job as a technology transfer professional, stop! In this episode, we are joined by Vice President of Technology Opportunities and Ventures at New York University, Marc Sedam, who is here to share why AI is one of the best things to happen to the field of technology transfer. Six months ago, Marc and his team began harnessing the power of AI in their day-to-day activities. Marc predicts that in 2-years time, everything that is done in their office will be AI-enabled. As a res...
2023-11-2940 minAUTM on the AirInvent Together: Paving the Way for Inclusive Innovation with Holly Fechner and Morgan SchreursThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-10-2500 minAUTM on the AirCreating a Globally Recognized Innovation Hub in Puerto Rico with Carlos Baez-PaganCarlos Baez-Pagan and his team at the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust are working towards the creation of a globally recognized innovation hub. In this episode, Carlos, the Trust’s Associate Director, shares what their journey over the past (almost) 20 years has entailed. Carlos has a background in biochemistry and business administration, has been an AUTM member since 2017, is co-chair of the Better World Project, and is one of the pioneers of technology transfer in his home country. Listen to this insightful episode to learn about the four strategic pillars of the Trust, how they...
2023-10-1840 minAUTM on the AirTaking Underserved Communities “To the Stars” with Dr. Jose Morey This episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-09-2700 minAUTM on the AirThe Better World Project: Celebrating the Impact of Innovation with Ann AmidzichAUTM’s Better World Project (BWP) is a platform that showcases impactful inventions, from Honeycrisp apples to life-changing medical devices, with the aim of highlighting the transformative power of academic research when it is put into practice. Ann Amidzich has a background in criminal justice and is currently a Co-Chair of the Better World Project Committee. In this episode, she shares examples of the inventions that the BWP has showcased, how AUTM assists applicants through the process, how they intend to expand the project in the future, and more. Submissions for the 2024 Awards are open unti...
2023-09-2017 minAUTM on the AirLessons from the 2022 AUTM Salary Survey with John MinerSince 1999, John Miner has been involved in the AUTM Salary Survey, an indispensable tool that provides a comprehensive review of compensation trends in the field of technology transfer. The value of the salary survey lies in its ability to help technology transfer offices understand what they need to do to attract and retain talent and to make technology transfer professionals aware of the opportunities that come with developing a career in the space.In today’s episode, John explains how upgrades to the Salary Survey have made it much more user-friendly. We then discuss the imp...
2023-09-1332 minAUTM on the AirUnpacking the 2022 Canadian Licensing Survey with Olivia NovakIn this episode, we’re delving into the 2022 Canadian Licensing Survey with the Chair of the AUTM Canadian Licensing Survey Committee and Associate Director of Technology Transfer at McGill University, Olivia Novac.Olivia’s involvement in the Licensing Survey originated from her desire to change the fact that many institutions were opting out of taking the survey. Understanding the Survey’s enormous value for the innovation ecosystem, Olivia took on the Chair position in 2017 and has never looked back.Join us as we unpack some of the key findings from the Licensing Survey, the opportunities that i...
2023-09-0625 minAUTM on the AirMaking the Paths to Commercialization of Inventions More Equitable with Aileen DingusThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-06-2100 minAUTM on the AirClosing the Gender Gap in Patenting with Intan Hamdan-Livramento, Elodie Carpentier, and Julio RaffoThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-06-1400 minAUTM on the AirEnabling Economic and National Security Through Technology Transfer with Dr. Walter CopanTechnology transfer is a major driver of economic growth and a promoter of national security. In this episode, Dr. Walter Copan joins us to share some of the key technologies that enable this, some of the biggest challenges that need to be overcome on the innovation pathway, and how to enhance the degree of collaboration between the public and private sectors.Walter also talks about the importance of having a strong, predictable IP system, why community support is a key component of the technology transfer process, and the factors that require attention in order to ensure that...
2023-05-1031 minAUTM on the AirThe Federal Laboratory Consortium: A “National Treasure” with Dick PaulThe Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) is a group of technology transfer professionals from over 300 federal laboratories across the full spectrum of federal agencies. In this episode, we are joined by the Chair of the National Advisory Committee (NAC) of the FLC, Richard (Dick) Paul.Prior to his current role, Dick was a Major General in the U.S. Air Force, Vice President of the Boeing Company, and First Commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory. In this episode, Dick explains how the NAC (which is comprised of eight people with a diverse range of backgrounds) s...
2023-05-0320 minAUTM on the AirRevolutionizing Innovation: Highlights from the 2022 WIPO-AUTM International Knowledge and Technology Transfer Leadership Summit with Steve SusalkaThe 2022 WIPO-AUTM International Knowledge and Technology Transfer Leadership Summit involved the coming together of leaders from 29 countries and territories across the world to discuss the current state of practice and the future direction of the field. Some key topics covered during the summit included models for government funding, the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire ecosystem, and impact measurement. Joining us today to share an overview of some of the most valuable outputs from the summit is AUTM CEO Steve Susalka. So, tune in today to hear about the exciting developments taking pl...
2023-03-1522 minAUTM on the AirTaking Diversity Further in STEM with Tarianna StewartThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-03-0100 minAUTM on the AirBreaking Down Barriers in the Innovation Ecosystem with Almesha CampbellToday’s guest is a first-generation university graduate, the Assistant Vice President for Research and Economic Development at Jackson State University, the first Black Chair of the Board of Directors for AUTM, a Ph.D. holder, and a mother of two. Almesha is a trailblazer in the technology transfer field and a true asset to the industry. Her unwavering commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, especially among underrepresented populations, has earned her recognition and accolades from numerous organizations.During this episode, Almesha Campbell talks about her educational and career background, the people in her life who hav...
2023-02-2242 minAUTM on the AirWhat To Expect From the 2023 AUTM Annual Meeting with Ian McClureIf you’re looking to network with thousands of technology transfer professionals, enhance your knowledge, or for opportunities to give back to the AUTM community, the AUTM Annual Meeting in Austin is the place to be in one week's time! Today’s guest is Ian McClure, Chair of the AUTM Board, who is here to share what you can expect from both the in-person and hybrid versions of this highly anticipated event. In This Episode:[01:22] The size of the upcoming AUTM Annual Meeting. [01:38] What to expect from the hybrid version of the...
2023-02-1509 minAUTM on the AirUnlocking Inclusivity in Innovation: The AUTM EDI ToolkitThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-02-0800 minAUTM on the AirFrom Idea to Impact: The Finalists of the 2023 Better World AwardsAUTM’s Better World Project recognizes and honors innovative technologies that have the potential to make a significant positive impact on society. In this episode, I speak with the three finalists for the Better Word Project Award.The first nomination is a novel protein sub-unit vaccine that has overcome issues relating to the cost, scalability, and storage of other vaccines. Nomination number two is the iStent ocular tube which treats glaucoma, an eye condition that is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. The third nomination is a non-invasive therapy that effectively treats numerous neurological disorders.Li...
2023-02-0136 minAUTM on the AirThe Value of the AUTM Licensing Survey to the Technology Transfer Field with John MinerEvery year, hundreds of institutions take part in the AUTM Annual Licensing Activity Survey, and John Miner, as the Chair of the AUTM Metrics and Surveys Portfolio, plays an integral role in the production and dissemination of this very powerful tool. Since the early ‘90s, the AUTM Licensing Survey has been collecting data from universities, federal laboratories, and other research institutions with the aim of providing a holistic view of the trends in the technology transfer industry.In today’s episode, John shares how he became involved with the AUTM Licensing Survey, examples of the quest...
2023-01-1829 minAUTM on the AirBuilding a More Inclusive Workforce with Patricia CullumThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2023-01-1100 minAUTM on the AirA Year of AUTM Advocacy with Mike WaringFor the last episode of the year, we are doing a deep dive into what AUTM’s 2022 advocacy activities have consisted of. It was a fruitful and energizing year for AUTM (though not without its fair share of challenges), and there is nobody better than today’s guest, Mike Waring, to share this overview with us.Mike has been involved in Washington politics for over 40 years and is currently a consultant to AUTM on advocacy issues and chair of AUTM’s Public Policy Advisory Committee.In this informative and insightful episode, we discuss the benefits of the...
2022-12-2132 minAUTM on the AirDangers of the Proposed TRIPS Waiver Expansion with Patrick KilbrideThere is a common and dangerous misconception that IP rights merely serve as a way for big companies in wealthy countries to acquire more wealth. This is one of the key drivers behind the movement to expand the TRIPS waiver.During this episode, the Senior Vice President of the US Chamber of Commerce's Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC), Patrick Kilbride, explains why the TRIPS Agreement came into being in the first place, why the current TRIPS waiver is unnecessary, and why the proposed expansion will be harmful to the innovation industry.At this crucial juncture...
2022-12-0727 min
AUTM on the AiriEdison - Bethany Loftin at NISTWelcome to the first episode of AUTM on the Air. This episode is brought to you by Wellspring, a leading provider of Innovation Ops software. I’m excited to be talking to Bethany Loftin, an Interagency Policy & iEdison Specialist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).We’ll be talking about the recent redesign of iEdison, the online platform used to report taxpayer-funded innovations. Organizations use iEdison to request extensions and waivers, report progress, and notify the federal government of its limited use rights to patents on taxpayer-funded ideas, in addition to reporting their inventions.
2022-10-0518 min
AUTM on the AirTransforming US Science Policy with Ian McClureAugust 9th, 2022 was a monumental day for technology transfer! On this day, President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science bill into law, allocating $3.1 billion to help research organizations strengthen their capacity for technology transfer. This is the first time that the US Federal Government has authorized funding of technology transfer staff, patent and licensing expenses, and the like. In today’s episode, I am joined by the chairman of the AUTM board and Associate Vice President for Research, Innovation, and Economic Impact for UK Innovate at the University of Kentucky, Ian McClure. Ian is here to s...
2022-08-2435 min
AUTM on the AirDesigning Inclusive Social Innovation with Jordana ArmstrongThis episode of AUTM on the Air is currently unavailable. In the meantime, be sure to check out one of our other interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders that focus on the issues and trends that matter most.
2022-08-0300 min
AUTM on the AirAt the Cutting Edge of Research with Tatiana Litvin-VechnyakTatiana Litvin-Vechnyak grew up in a family that was heavily involved in STEM, and she always had plans to become a doctor. However, while studying, she came across the field of technology transfer which combined her interests in science, business, law, and strategy, and meant that she could be at the cutting edge of research. To date, Tatiana has over 18 years of experience in IP management, and for over 13 years has been overseeing patenting and licensing related activities at Rutgers University. She is currently the Associate Vice President of Innovation Ventures, and has built up an office w...
2022-04-2040 min
AUTM on the AirSpearheading Change with William VaughanThroughout William Vaughan’s career, he has been spearheading change; from his time in the Governor’s office of Science and Technology where he was involved in developing Ohio’s third frontier (tech-based economic development), to his role as the Director of Technology Transfer at the Colorado School of Mines where he has helped transform the culture into one which is highly entrepreneurial.In today’s episode, William shares what the last 13 years have looked like at Mines, with himself as the sole member of its Technology Transfer Office, and how their technology transfer metrics have soared as a res...
2022-04-1333 min
AUTM on the AirLeading the Way in the Ocean Space with Allison MarkovaAlthough they may appear to be worlds apart, Allison’s previous career in marketing provided her with skills which have been indispensable in her role as the Associate Director of Technology Transfer at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI). WHOI is at the forefront of ocean research and education, receiving $1 out of every $3 of NSF funding for ocean research. In today’s episode, Allison shares how she and her “small but mighty” team of 2 (going on 3), are paving the way for inventors in the ocean space. We discuss the exciting changes they have made over the past few years...
2022-04-0630 min
AUTM on the AirAUTM Women Inventors SIG: Jane Muir, Jennifer Shockro and Jennifer GottwaldAlthough their careers have followed different paths within the Technology Transfer realm, Jane Muir, Jennifer Shockro, and Jennifer Gottwald all share a common goal of increasing greater diversity and inclusion at all stages of the innovation lifecycle. Motivated by this goal, they founded the AUTM Women Investors Special Interest Group in 2013 and subsequently developed a survey which was used to determine which factors encourage or discourage academic women's participation in technology commercialization.In today’s episode, Jane and the two Jennifers share details about the methodology they used for the survey, the demographics of the 168 participants, some of...
2022-03-3053 min
AUTM on the AirEnabling Sustained Social Impact with Serenity WrightSocial innovation can be defined and executed in many different ways. For today’s guest, Associate Director for Social Innovation at the University of Kentucky, the concept refers to innovations with a focus on sustained social impact, and her unit’s approach to creating ecosystems which enable these innovations to flourish is the focus of today’s episode. Serenity Wright’s deep drive to enhance equity and access to opportunities for underrepresented innovators drew her into the realm of technology transfer. This passion, combined with her diverse educational and career path, and the unique perspective she has gained fr...
2022-03-2343 min
AUTM on the AirLong Term Value Creation with RK NarayananRather than focusing on traditional technology transfer metrics, RK Narayanan and his team at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory measure their success in terms of their ability to create value in the long term. In today’s episode, RK, who is the Senior Director of Business Development and Technology Transfer at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, explains their approach to long term value creation, which is built on a foundation of sustainable relationships. RK also shares the life-changing technology that his team were involved in taking to market, the people who make up his ‘lean machine’ team, and some of the...
2022-03-1626 min2022-02-2327 min2022-02-2215 min2022-02-2107 minAUTM on the AirThe Full Spectrum of Innovation with T. Greg TuckerAs a technology transfer professional who also has many years of experience as a researcher (in both the chemical biology and physical sciences realms) and an entrepreneur, today’s guest offers a uniquely diverse perspective on the innovation sector.Greg Tucker, or Dr. T as he is affectionately known by his colleagues, is a co-inventor on 5 U.S. patents, the cofounder of a number of different startups (including a chemical company and an electric bike company), and currently the Commercialization Manager at the University of Louisville (and he still manages to find the time to do a lo...
2022-02-1851 minAUTM on the AirGearing Up for AUTM 2022 Annual Meeting with Laura SavatskiAfter two years without a face-to-face gathering, we are just a few days away from the AUTM 2022 Annual Meeting! Today’s episode is a special one, where Laura Savatski, the Chair of AUTM, gives us a rundown of what you can expect as an attendee at the event this year. The AUTM Annual Meeting is incredibly important for the organization, and serves as a fantastic way to gain exposure to what’s going on in the world of technology transfer. If you aren’t one of the 1100 people who have already registered, you still have time to do so...
2022-02-1615 minAUTM on the AirUnstoppable Growth with Abram GoldfingerWhen Abram Goldfinger arrived in New York, there was little significant entrepreneurial activity taking place. In part through his efforts, it is now a thriving entrepreneurial hub. An example which illustrates this point is the fact that NYU’s Technology Opportunity and Ventures (TOV) office, of which Abram is the Executive Director, has gone from launching 2 or 3 startups a year in the early 2000’s to almost 20 over the past few years!In today’s episode, Abram talks us through his educational background and what drew him to the field of technology transfer. We discuss how TOV is struct...
2022-01-1242 minAUTM on the AirEmbracing Evolution in Technology Transfer with Alice LiIf you aren’t aware of the extent of the depth and breadth of technology transfer, this episode with Alice Li will leave you with a whole new understanding and appreciation of the field.As the Director of the Centre for Technology Licensing (CTL) at Cornell University, and with 18 years of university technology transfer under her belt, Alice is well positioned to discuss the way the field has evolved over time, and to offer advice on how to approach this continuously changing environment. Alice’s management and licensing expertise is matched by her desire to serve...
2022-01-0551 minAUTM on the AirDriving Real World Impact with Orin HerskowitzAs an English major, Orin Herskowitz was an unlikely candidate for the science heavy world of technology transfer. However, after overcoming the initial imposter syndrome he felt when he became part of the technology transfer team at Columbia University, he realized that the field requires people with a wide range of skill sets, and he quickly found his feet. As Orin explains today, universities have four main purposes; training the next generation of world leaders, pushing boundaries of knowledge through basic research, engaging with local communities, and driving change in the outside world. Columbia Technology Ventures (CTV) i...
2021-11-1751 minAUTM on the AirFostering Innovation in Northern Ontario with Ellen MacKayNot only is Ellen MacKay the only registered technology transfer professional in her department, but she is also the only one in the whole of Northern Ontario! After completing her Master’s in education at Lakehead University, Ellen’s first job landed her in the technology transfer field of her alma mater, as an assistant. She quickly worked her way up, and for the past few years, she has been fostering a thriving, innovative community as the Director of Innovation Development. Ellen’s Office of Innovation, Partnership, and Economic Development is the intellectual property resource for faculty, staff...
2021-10-2733 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer in Brazil with Gilberto Medeiros RibeiroThe field of technology transfer looks different all over the world, and in today’s episode I’m joined by Gilberto Medeiros Ribeiro, the Director of Innovation and Technology Transfer Coordination at UMFG, who is here to talk about the current technology transfer environment in Brazil.The field is faced with a number of challenges, including a high turnover rate, a federal aversion to funding basic science, and a lack of effective processes. Despite this, Gilberto’s office is responsible for some impressive successes over the past few years, including the development of a vaccine and a mosqui...
2021-10-2046 minAUTM on the AirAngel Investing and Fund Creation with Teri WilleyToday’s guest is meant to be winding down towards retirement, but she’s too enamored with her work to let go just yet. Teri Willey’s colorful career has taken her from the chemical industry to the world of angel investing and fund creation, from the US to the UK and back again. She is currently the managing director of Indiana University (IU) Ventures which assists students, faculty, staff, and alums advance high potential new inventions through direct investment, co-investment, angel investment and funds. Teri’s first technology transfer job was at Northwestern University, and once she learn...
2021-09-1529 minAUTM on the AirNine Points to Consider in Licensing University Technology with Kathy KuThroughout her amazing career, today’s guest has had a huge impact on the Tech Transfer community and continues to do so today. Kathy Ku has been working in Tech Transfer since the 1980s and in this episode she shares her unique journey describing her career moves as “happenstance.” Kathy is the Chief Licensing Advisor in the Palo Alto office of Wilson Sonsini. She is also a member of the technology transactions and the patents and innovations practice groups. She is an internationally recognized leader in the field of Technology Transfer. She served as the Executive Director of Stan...
2021-09-0834 minAUTM on the AirThe Privilege of Working in Technology Transfer with Dr. Alison Campbell, Director of KTIEven before she expresses it outwardly, it is clear that Alison Campbell is deeply passionate about technology transfer and that working in this field brings her a lot of joy. In today’s episode I have the pleasure of speaking to a woman who was one of the first technology transfer managers at the Medical Research Council and is currently the Director of Knowledge Transfer Ireland (KTI). KTI is national office which aims to make it easier for companies to connect and engage with publicly funded research, and many countries are now looking to replicate the model whi...
2021-08-2550 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer with Senior Technology Licensing Office, Jeff PurnellToday’s guest, Jeff Purnell, has an engineering degree, a PhD in chemistry, and is currently working as a senior technology licensing officer in the Office of Technology Transfer at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). Prior to this, Jeff held various R&D and product development roles in major companies. The goal of Jeff’s department, which is one of three situated in UMB’s Office of Research and Development, is to commercialize university IP so that it can benefit society. In this episode, Jeff gives some examples of the innovations that he and his team have be...
2021-08-1823 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer with Lisa Mueller, Host of Tech Transfer IPThis episode is a little different as I, Lisa Mueller, host of the Tech Transfer IP podcast, take the interviewee hotseat for a change! In today’s show, you’ll hear a brief rundown of my professional background, and how I ended up in the field of patent law after focusing my studies on environmental law. However, the main focus of this discussion is the podcast itself.When I first decided to create a podcast, I had no idea of the amount of work that it would require. After unsuccessfully trying to teach myself everything through reading book...
2021-08-0436 minAUTM on the AirLearning Tech Transfer from the LifeArc AUTM Technology Transfer Fellows ProgramMany PhD recipients spend their careers in academia, but today’s guest, Dr. Isabel Ramos, decided that she wanted to apply her knowledge in the real world. Isabel’s current role is innovation manager at Siemens Healthineers, where she and her team work alongside universities and other partners to create technologies related to digital health. In today’s episode, Isabel explains what she loves about her work, and the journey she took to reach the point she is now at in her career. A major part of this journey was her participation in the LifeArc AUTM Te...
2021-07-1425 minAUTM on the AirTech Transfer at The Polsky Center at The University of ChicagoHello and welcome to another episode of Tech Transfer IP. Today I am pleased to speak with Bill Payne, the Executive Director of Science and Technology at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Chicago. Bill leads the technology commercialization, Polsky Science Ventures, and industry relations team working to bring groundbreaking faculty research to the market.Bill is also a startup veteran, having founded and built a company that developed a mobile advertising and sponsorship service that was integrated into AT&T and Verizon’s networks and approved for use.Listen as...
2021-06-3044 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer at Osage University Partners with KirstenWelcome to another episode of Tech Transfer IP. Today I am pleased to speak with Kirsten Leute, a Partner at Osage University Partners (OUP). At OUP, Kirsten is responsible for relationships with over 100 academic institutions that are partnered with the fund, engaging potential new partner institutions, and enhancing and creating value-add programs for the partnered academic institutions. Kirsten has also been actively involved in Tech Transfer outside of her daily work. She was a former two-time board member for the Association of University Technology Managers and speaks frequently on university technology transfer. She is on the Board o...
2021-06-0934 minAUTM on the AirAUTM’s Better World ProjectHello and welcome to a very special episode of Tech Transfer IP. Today I am pleased to speak with George Chellapa and Meagan Pitcher, the Co-chairs of AUTM’s Better World Project. However, before we talk about the details of the Better World Project, let me tell you a little about my guests George and Meagan.George is an Invention Manager at Innovation and New Ventures at Northwestern University. George works with faculty to protect their intellectual property and bring technologies to market. He is also involved in negotiating agreements between Northwestern and commercial partners and helps fa...
2021-06-0232 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer at Baylor College of Medicine VenturesOn this episode of Tech Transfer IP, Lisa is speaking with Meagan Pitcher, a Licensing Associate at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Ventures. In her role, Meagan handles technology evaluation and triage, patent prosecution management, commercialization plan development, negotiating of complex technology licenses, post-deal compliance, and much more. Before BCM, Meagan was with the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.Meagan shares her background and her journey to Tech Transfer and BCM Ventures. She speaks about what BCM Ventures are and how her office is structured, and how many invention disclosures, patent filings, revenue-generating agreements...
2021-05-2638 minAUTM on the AirEquality, Diversity and Inclusion in Technology TransferWelcome to a special episode of Technology Transfer IP. This episode will talk about equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in Tech Transfer. To help guide our discussion, we have assembled an esteemed panel of guests who have graciously agreed to share their knowledge and insights on this topic. Today's panel includes; Tom Hockaday, Anji Miller, Natalie Cozier, Almesha Campbell, and Megan Aanstoos.Tom Hockaday is an author and leading expert in university technology transfer leadership, management, and operations. He led the tech transfer activities at the University of Oxford for ten years, from 2006 to 2016. His book University...
2021-05-191h 04AUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer in Kentucky with Megan Aanstoos Chair of the AUTM Equity, Diversity and Inclusion CommitteeToday I have the pleasure of speaking with Megan Aanstoos (she/her/hers), Licensing and New Ventures Manager for Kentucky Commercialization Ventures (KCV). In this role, Megan is responsible for outreach and education on matters related to commercialization, along with assessing, managing, and licensing intellectual property developed at KCV partner institutions. Megan's work allows her to pursue a lifelong passion for connecting people to make it easier to obtain the technology needed to live the life they want. In addition to her work in Kentucky, Megan also serves as the Chair of the AUTM Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI...
2021-05-0528 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer at Northwestern University with George ChellapaToday on Tech Transfer IP, Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with George Chellapa. George is an Invention Manager at Innovation and New Ventures at Northwestern University (INVO). George works with faculty to protect their intellectual property and bring technologies to market. He is also involved in negotiating agreements between Northwestern and commercial partners. George was with the and Washington University Technology Transfer Offices before joining Northwestern.Listen as George shares his background and journey to Tech Transfer at Northwestern University and the Tech Transfer trainee program he attended at Washington University in St. Louis (or Wash...
2021-03-2424 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer in Puerto Rico with David GulleyToday on Tech Transfer IP, Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with David Gulley. David is the founding director of the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust’s Technology Transfer Office (TTO), launched in 2016 as a regional effort to improve the island’s innovation ecosystem. David serves on committees of the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM), the Alliance for Technology Transfer Professionals (ATTP), Certified Licensing Professionals (CLP), and Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO).David’s career includes 25 years of leading the University of Illinois efforts in technology transfer industry-university engagements and economic development. From 2012 to 2015, David led an...
2021-03-1731 minAUTM on the AirTech Launch Arizona with Rakhi GibbonsOn this episode of Tech Transfer IP, Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Rakhi Gibbons, the Director of Licensing for Tech Launch Arizona (TLA) at the University of Arizona. Rakhi has over fifteen years of experience in the life sciences industry, from research to startup experience and university technology transfer. In her role as director, Rakhi oversees all licensing operations at TLA.Throughout her history with TLA, Rakhi has worked closely with faculty and researchers, particularly in the Arizona Health Sciences Center (AHSC), and life sciences departments across the university overseeing intellectual property. Rakhi has a...
2021-03-0341 minAUTM on the AirPenn Center for Innovations at the University of Pennsylvania with Ben DiblingLisa is speaking with Ben Dibling, Deputy Managing Director of Penn Center for Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania, on this Tech Transfer IP episode. Ben leads the licensing, corporate contracting, and corporate outreach groups at the Penn Center for Innovations. Ben's team is responsible for working with Penn faculty, staff, and students to evaluate, protect, and commercialize Penn inventions and discoveries and facilitate engagement with industry and start-up formations.Ben holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Medicine from the University of Leeds and a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Birmingham and is licensed...
2021-02-2446 minAUTM on the AirOpen Innovation Program with Kashif HaqueOn this episode of Tech Transfer, IP Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Kashif Haque, a Patent Technology Associate in the office of Technology Transfer at the University of Toledo. In this role, Kashif is responsible for managing all aspects of the invention disclosure process, interacting with faculty, staff, and students to better understand their research, focusing on identifying and protecting promising inventions. Kashif also works with faculty, staff, and researchers to prepare, document, and process invention disclosures and perform prior art, patent, and market searches for disclosed technologies.Kashif shares his background and his journey...
2021-02-1742 minAUTM on the AirClosing the Gap for Women Inventors with Nichole MercierToday Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Nichole Mercier, the Assistant Vice-Chancellor and Managing Director for Technology Transfer at Washington University in St. Louis. In her role at WashU, Nichole is responsible for all office operations and strategy, including licensing, business development, finance, and administrative operations.Prior to her time at WashU, Nichole was a Senior Contract Manager at Monsanto and a Licensing Associate at Children's Hospital in Boston. Nichole received her Bachelor's and Master's degree in Biology at Clark University and her Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Massachusetts Medical School.
2021-02-1050 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Transfer in Hawaii with Steve AuerbachToday, Lisa's guest is Steve Auerbach, the interim Director of the Office of Innovation and Commercialization (OIC), the Office of Tech Transfer, the Office of Indigenous Innovation (OII), and UH Ventures in the University of Hawaii System. Steve joined the OIC in October 2019 and was tasked with managing the research and innovation developed across all ten campuses within the University of Hawaii System, protecting the University of Hawaii's intellectual property and technology assets and sharing those assets with a broader community to address the challenges and opportunities faced by Hawaii and the world. Steve shares his journey t...
2021-02-0340 minAUTM on the AirBill L. Harbert Institute for Innovations and Entrepreneurship with Karthik Gopalakrishnan Karthik Gopalakrishnan, the Director of Licensing and New Ventures at the Bill L. Harbert Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), is Lisa's guest on this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Karthik has over 15 years of experience in asset and technology evaluation across broad scientific disciplines, marketing and negotiating agreements and contracts, business plan assessment, startup formation, and fundraising.Karthik earned a Master of Science in Biotechnology from the MS University of Baroda and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai. Karthik completed a...
2021-01-2733 minAUTM on the AirLearning Tech Transfer Through Internship with Jessica TrostelToday Lisa is speaking with her guest, Jessica Trostel. Jessica is a Licensing and Intellectual Property Associate with Colorado State University (CSU) Ventures. Before working with CSU Ventures, Jessica was a senior clinical trial coordinator for an investigational drug study for renal transplants, an extern in the Technology Transfer Office, and research assistant at the University of Colorado, and a patent agent clerk at Faegre Baker Daniels.Jessica has a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Northern Colorado, a double B.S in Cellular, Molecular & Developmental Biology and Biochemistry, and a Master's Degree in...
2021-01-2032 minAUTM on the AirJackson State University Tech Transfer Office with Almesha L. CampbellOn this episode of Tech Transfer IP, Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Almesha L. Campbell. Almesha is the Assistant Vice President for Research and Economic Development/Director for Technology Transfer and Commercialization at Jackson State University (JSU). Almesha provides support for the overall direction of the Division of Research and Economic Development and manages the intellectual property process from the triage of invention disclosures to commercialization.Almesha provides strategic direction and vision for defining partnerships in research, commercialization, entrepreneurship, and innovation initiatives between JSU and other institutions, funding agencies, and industry stakeholders. Almesha is the...
2021-01-1348 minAUTM on the AirThe IDEA Center at Notre Dame with Richard Cox and Steven AsialaLisa's guests on this episode of Tech Transfer IP are Richard Cox and Steven Asiala from the Innovation, De-Risking and Enterprise Acceleration (IDEA) Center at the University of Notre Dame. Dick is the Director of Licensing & Business Development at the IDEA Center. His primary responsibilities are marketing new technologies to potential licensees, negotiating licensing terms, and constructing workable licenses and other commercialization agreements. Steven is the Faculty Engagement Associate with the IDEA Center. In this role, Steven partners with Notre Dame faculty to identify research discoveries and innovations which serve as the basis for Invention Disclosures and commercial opportunities.
2021-01-0649 minAUTM on the AirReshaping Tech Transfer for Urban-Serving Universities with Rob GerlachLisa’s guest on this episode of TTIP is Rob Gerlach. Rob is the Executive Director of Tech Transfer and Commercialization at Wichita State University and a registered Patent Attorney. At Wichita State, Rob is tasked with protecting the University’s intellectual property and transferring innovation from the university to the commercial marketplace where its true potential can be realized. Rob believes that conventional technology transfer methods don’t work for universities situated like Wichita State. One of his primary goals is to reshape how urban-serving universities handle tech transfer.Listen, as Rob shares his journey to Tech T...
2020-12-2340 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Commercialization at VCU Innovation Gateway with Koffi Egbeto"My vision for VCU Innovation Gateway is to bring national prominence and world-class recognition and value to VCU, and it's inventors." In this episode of Tech Transfer IP, Lisa is talking with Koffi Selom Egbeto. Koffi is a Technology Commercialization Manager with the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Innovation Gateway. Before working at VCU, Koffi was a Licensing Associate with the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). Prior to UTA, Koffi was a patent technical writer with TR Patents and a patent analyst intern at WTS Paradigm. Koffi shares his background and journey to VCU Innovation Gateway and d...
2020-12-1622 minAUTM on the AirPIVOT Center at the University of Utah with Keith MarmerKeith Marmer from the University of Utah is Lisa’s guest on this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Keith is the Chief Innovation & Economic Engagement Officer at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Before working at the PIVOT Center, Keith served as the Associate Vice President for Technology & Venture Commercialization and Corporate Partners at the University of Utah.Keith shares his background and how he landed at the University of Utah. He discusses his view on why he believes the term Tech Transfer should be changed to Innovation Management and what the PIVOT Center is all...
2020-12-0255 minAUTM on the AirTechnology Ventures at the University of Arkansas with David HintonToday, Lisa's guest is David Hinton, the Acting Executive Director of Technology Ventures at the University of Arkansas and the Interim Director of the Arkansas Research and Technology Park. David is also an Adjunct Professor in the Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Venture Innovation Department at the University of Arkansas and is the graduate-level New Venture Department course's co-instructor. David has been with the University of Arkansas since August 2018, when he was recruited as the Associate Director of Technology Ventures.David shares his background and journey to Tech Transfer at the University of Arkansas. He talks about Technology Ventures, how...
2020-11-1847 minAUTM on the AirVisionary and Strategic Leadership at the University of Michigan with Kelly SextonToday Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Kelly Sexton on this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Kelly is the Associate Vice President for Research-Technology Transfer and Innovations at the University of Michigan. Kelly works closely with the Vice President for Research and other leaders across the university to provide visionary and strategic leadership of U of M's innovation, business engagement, and technology transfer activities, including the Office of Technology Transfer and the Business Engagement Center. In this role, Kelly supports and encourages university-wide programs for intellectual property development, innovations, and engagement with business and venture communities in the...
2020-11-111h 01AUTM on the AirERAU - The World's Largest Fully Accredited University Specializing in Aviation and Aerospace with Dr. Stephanie MillerLisa is speaking with Dr. Stephanie Miller on this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Stephanie is the Executive Director of Technology Transfer & Research Park Initiatives at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). Stephanie joined ERAU in May 2013 to establish the university's first technology transfer office, enabling university research results to become real-world products. In this capacity, Stephanie evaluates ERAU inventions for commercialization potential and markets those assets to the industry for licensing, development, and production. In her newest role as the Executive Director of Technology Transfer and Research Park Initiatives, Stephanie manages operations at the Embry-Riddle Research Park, including the MicaPlex...
2020-11-0427 minAUTM on the AirTech Transfer - Janelia Research Campus, Driving Science Forward with Michael PerhamToday on Tech Transfer IP, Lisa has the pleasure of speaking with Michael Perham. Mike is the Director of Innovations and External Relations at the Janelia Research Campus in Ashburn, Virginia. At Janelia, Mike leads the Department of Innovation Management and oversees external relations and library services. He handles technology management, IP protection, licensing, and decimation for Janelia with a unique attention to open science initiatives. Mike shares what led him to tech transfer, his position at Janelia, how Janelia got started, and what they want to accomplish. Mike talks about their fifteen-year research models, how their s...
2020-10-281h 03AUTM on the AirTech Transfer - Technology Transfer in Australia with Alastair HickHow is tech transfer different in Australia? Listen as your host Lisa discusses tech transfer in Australia with her guest, Alastair Hick. Alastair is the Senior Director of Monash Innovation at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia. Alastair has over 20 years of experience in the research and technology commercialization sectors. Since joining Monash, he has developed a successful licensing and spinout program, including proof-of-concept funds and strategic partnerships with multiple investors.Alastair speaks about the research taking place at Monash, what sets Monash apart from other universities, and some unique research platforms they have at the university. Alastair...
2020-10-211h 05AUTM on the AirTech Transfer - Big Success Happening in A Small Space with Ellen KatsToday on Tech Transfer IP your host Lisa has the pleasure of welcoming Ellen Kats to the show. Ellen is an Assistant Director of Licensing at Innovation Ventures at the University of California at San Francisco (UCSF). At UCSF, Ellen is responsible for sourcing and completing high-value deals for UCSF’s most commercially attractive technologies. Besides helping bring UCSF’s innovation from bench to bedside, Ellen manages a large and diverse portfolio, advises faculty and staff on IP strategy, and negotiates intellectual property terms for large-scale industry collaborations.Ellen shares her journey to tech transfer and how she en...
2020-10-1432 minAUTM on the AirTech Transfer - The Intersection of Science, Business and Law with Michael CarriereLisa is happy to welcome Michael Carriere to the show today. Michael is an Assistant Director at the University of California Davis Innovation Access in Davis, California. Michael graduated from UC Davis and has a Ph.D. in Plant Biology. After three years at a breeding company in the private sector, he returned to UC Davis to manage its highly competitive strawberry licensing program. For over 20 years in this position, he has served as the University’s liaison at the public-private interface and has gained extensive experience in plant IP management and litigation.Michael discusses how his of...
2020-09-3054 minAUTM on the AirCoMotion at the University of Washington with Fiona WillsWelcome to this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Today Lisa's guest is Fiona Wills. Fiona is the Associate Vice Provost of Innovation Development and Commercialization CoMotion at the University of Washington (UW). Fiona's group guides researchers through project development towards impact through licensing either to an existing company, a UW or startup and incubation, or direct user licensing from UW. Fiona shares her journey into Tech Transfer and what inspired her to take the position at UW. Fiona speaks about CoMotion, what it is, and what it does. She also speaks about the four areas CoMotion provides t...
2020-09-2342 minAUTM on the AirLaura Fritts - The Emory Patent GroupWelcome to Tech Transfer IP! Listen as your host Lisa and her guest, Laura Fritts, discuss her transition from a partner at a law firm to her tech transfer and her position at Emory, working in academia, the Emory Patent Group why it was formed and some of their biggest success stories plus much or on this episode.Laura is the Director of the License and Patent Strategy & Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Emory University. At Emory, Laura manages the in-house patent group, assists the licensing team with their negotiations, monitors licensees performance post-license, and ensures the...
2020-08-0626 minAUTM on the AirAndrew Maas - Growing Tech Transfer at LSUDid you know that LSU has eight campuses in their system? Listen as Lisa and her guest, Andrew Maas, discuss his journey to Tech Transfer, the LSU system, what led up to his position at LSU, his office's success, LSU's licenses, disclosures, patents and much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Andy is the Associate Vice President of Louisiana State University. Andy is responsible for managing, purging, and supporting the development, disclosure, and protection of LSU's inventions and intellectual property. Andy oversees and supports LSU's technology managers in negotiating licenses commercializing its intellectual properties. Andy...
2020-07-2253 minAUTM on the AirRichard Chylla - Programs and Successes From One of The Heavy Hitters in Tech TransferDid you know that Michigan State University Technologies has in the neighborhood of 700 million dollars a year in research expenditures? Listen as Lisa and her guest, Richard Chylla, discuss tech transfer at Michigan State University, the three offices that make up the MSU Innovation Center, his experience with patents and licensing, and much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Richard is the Executive Director of Michigan State University Technologies, also known as MSUT. Richard is responsible for all strategic and operational issues related to managing the university's diverse intellectual property portfolio. Including identifying and protecting...
2020-07-0843 minAUTM on the AirGwen Holdmann“They put me in charge of making the resort as self-sufficient as possible, in terms of electricity, heat, transportation, and food. It was a fantastic opportunity to push the envelope.” As Lisa and her guest, Gwen Holdmann, discuss her work with fossil and renewable/alternative energy, her work at Chena’s geothermal power plant, how she got started in technology transfer, and much more in this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Gwen is the director of both the University of Alaska Fairbanks Technology Transfer office and the Alaska Center for Energy and Power, also known as ACEP. ACEP i...
2020-06-2442 minAUTM on the AirLaura Savatski - The Independent Research Side of Tech Transfer"We are a nonprofit focused and dedicated to saving the lives of patients through transfusion medicine." Listen as Lisa and her guest, Laura Savatski, discuss what Versiti Inc is, how her office functions, and where she got her tech transfer experience plus much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Laura Savatski is the Technology Transfer Officer for Versiti, Inc, a healthcare company known for supplying all thing's blood, as well as having an extensive research footprint at the Blood Research Institute in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Laura has been responsible for technology transfer at Versiti for about 20...
2020-06-111h 09AUTM on the AirLes Nichols - Tech Transfer at The University of Texas at AustinIn this episode of Tech Transfer IP Lisa and her guest, Les Nichols, discuss how after many years of working in business development, sales and support focused around the semiconductor industry, he ended up in the tech transfer field. He shares how he got his position at the OTC at the University of Texas at Austin, plus much more.Les is the Director of the Office of Technology Commercialization at the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin). In this role, Les leads a team of twenty-five who focus on creating value and technology developed by UT...
2020-05-2853 minAUTM on the AirMarc Sedam - University Research in the Public EyeWhat do you know about equity, diversity, and inclusion and Tech Transfer? Listen to Lisa and her guest, Marc Sedam, as they discuss this, the future of Tech Transfer, and the role public sector research plays in trying to find a vaccine for COVID-19. This plus much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Marc is the Associate Vice Provost for Innovation and New Ventures and Managing Director of UNH Innovation at the University of New Hampshire. Marc joined UNH in 2010 and has an extensive background in Intellectual Asset Management, licensing, and start-up formation. Besides his...
2020-05-131h 13AUTM on the AirRagan Robertson - Is Having a Board Beneficial to Tech Transfer Offices?Were you aware that the UCLA Technology Development Group has an actual board? Listen to Lisa and her guest, Dr. Ragan Robertson, as they discuss his experience in the Tech Transfer field, how his office differs from others within the University of California (UC) system and tech transfer offices in general, and much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP. Ragan is a Business Development and Information Systems officer at the UCLA Technology Development Group, also known as UCLA TDG. He is currently involved in marketing, patenting, and licensing of UCLA's extensive life science technology portfolio, f...
2020-04-291h 01AUTM on the AirFred Reinhart - How Technology Transfer Has Evolved Over The YearsListen to Lisa and her guest, Fred Reinhart, as they discuss his experience with four different institutions, how technology transfer has changed since he started, and much more on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Fred has over thirty-five years of experience as a technology transfer executive at institutions such as the New England Medical Center, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State University. Fred is on the Board of Directors at the University of Iowa Research Foundation and was previously Chairman of the Michigan Biosciences Industry Association and President of AUTM. Fred is currently a senior...
2020-04-151h 26AUTM on the AirTerry Bray - Blessed in the Field of Tech Transfer at Georgia TechWere you aware that there are two research organizations at Georgia Tech? Listen to Lisa and her guest, Dr. Terry Bray, the Director of Technology Licensing at Georgia Tech Research Corporation, as they discuss this and many other intellectual property topics on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Terry has over twenty-five years of experience in the creation, development, and commercialization of innovative technologies. Before joining GTRC, Terry held positions such as the Executive Vice President of Business Development at Atherotech Diagnostics Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, to name a few. He has extensive...
2020-04-0837 minAUTM on the AirJeff Jackson - Tech Transfer in The University of California SystemDid you know that ten campuses are encompassed within the University of California (UC) system? Listen as Lisa and her guest Jeff Jackson discuss this and how his office in Santa Cruz works with the rest of the campuses in the UC system on this episode of Tech Transfer IP.Jeff is the director of Intellectual Property Management at the University of California at Santa Cruz. He oversees invention disclosure intake, patent filing and prosecution strategy, and management of all aspects of their intellectual property, including outside patent and litigation counsel and the implementation and execution of n...
2020-03-1849 minAUTM on the AirChamp Gupton - North Carolina’s Growth in Inventions, Patents, and Startups“Transformative discoveries, inventions, and therapies often come from small beginnings” this is the motto of Champ Gupton’s office at the University of North Carolina Office of Technology Commercialization (known as the OTC). Listen as Champ shares what the OTC is and what the Office of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development branded by the University Community as Innovate Carolina, does for faculty, staff, and student entrepreneurs.Champ has held the position of Commercialization Manager of Technology Commercialization at the OTC since May 2016. Before joining OTC, he worked as a technology licensing manager at Ohio State University for four y...
2020-03-0437 minAUTM on the AirDean Stell of Wake Forest InnovationsDean Stell - The Challenge of PatentsIs it hard to get patents in the diagnostic space? Listen in as Lisa, and her guest Dean Stell discuss patents and the challenges in getting patents today. Dean Stell is the Program Director of Wake Forest Innovations in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dean manages its technology portfolio ranging from ideation, intellectual property, out-licensing, and post-license management. Dean has spent most of his career looking for the new fruits that come from the faculty and staff and trying to connect them with commercial parties that can bring products to t...
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