FROM LAB TO MARKET
FROM LAB TO MARKET
THE INNOVATION CYCLE
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To
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IDENTIFYING MARKETS
By
DISCLOSING NEW TECHNOLOGIES
maintain all intellectual property ( IP ) rights , researchers disclose technology and software before making it public .
Researchers use IPO ’ s secure , online Innovation Portal to disclose new technology and software . developing IP portfolios , TCAs can demonstrate multiple technologies across many research areas to companies with broad interests .
TCAs match their IP portfolios to relevant industry partners by using software tools such as Quid and engaging in targeted networking events .
Market Research , Portfolio Alignment
Research , Invention / Software Disclosure , Publication , Presentation
Commercial Assessment , Patent / Copyright Decision
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ASSESSING AND PROTECTING IP
New technology without significant commercial markets can still be transferred to society through publications , presentations , and open source software .
Technology Commercialization Associates ( TCAs ) align IP protection investment and efforts with science area goals and research strengths .