AUTM on the Air
221 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -AUTM on the AIR is the weekly podcast that brings you conversations about the impact of research commercialization and the people who make it happen. Join us for interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders on the issues and trends that matter most.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation: AUTM's Journey from SUPA to Today with Teri Willey and Stephen Atkinson
May 08, 2024 07:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBWelcome 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 begi...
The Open Science Revolution: Impact and Opportunities in Technology Transfer with Meghan Hayes and Andrew Wichmann
May 01, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBOpen science advocates for the openness of data, methods, and tools to make scientific research scalable and publicly accessible, with the goal of enhancing research and making it more accessible to a wider audience. Today, we're discussing the Year of Open Science and its implications for patenting, licensing, and technology transfer strategies. Recent mandates from federal agencies, along with a growing emphasis on transparency and collaboration, are profoundly transforming the landscape...
Advancing Applied Research in Portugal: A Discussion with IPN's José Ricardo Aguilar
April 24, 2024 07:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBDiverse perspectives from around the globe help us discover new and innovative ideas in the world of technology transfer. Today, I’m speaking with José Ricardo Aguilar, a key figure in the Knowledge and Valorisation Department at Instituto Pedro Nunes (IPN). Established in 1991 through an initiative by the University of Coimbra, IPN is a private non-profit organization that promotes innovation and technology transfer, bridging the gap between the scientific and technological community and th...
Innovation Across Borders: Rodrigo del Canto on Global Technology Transfer
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBIn the industry of technology transfer, diverse perspectives from around the world not only help us understand how things work in other countries but also provide fresh ideas for our own organizations. Joining us today is Rodrigo del Canto, Director of Technology Transfer at iCono UDD in Santiago, Chile. Rodrigo del Canto is a seasoned professional in technology transfer and innovation, holding key roles at iCono UDD. With a background in law and public policy, Rodrigo extensively contribut...
Innovate, Navigate, Communicate: Dr. Sheila Kadura on Transforming Policy into Tech Transfer Triumphs
April 10, 2024 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBThe influence of Washington D.C. corridor issues on tech transfer (technology transfer) operations significantly affects tech transfer professionals in several key ways. From navigating the regulatory environments of compliance and IP to funding, to ethical considerations, there’s a lot to unpack when it comes to translating policy into practice. I’m excited to talk with Dr. Sheila Kadura as she shares her wealth of knowledge and experience on tech transfer and regulatory policy. Dr. Sheil...
EDI Guide: Nine Points to Consider for Fostering Greater Inclusion in Innovation
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBOne of our goals at AUTM is to foster greater inclusion in innovation. We are committed to providing guidance to our members and the wider technology transfer community on important global issues. This episode is about one of the newest EDI guides, the Nine Points to Consider for Fostering Greater Inclusion in Innovation. I’m excited to discuss these new guidelines with Almesha Campbell, Jennifer Gottwald, and Jane Muir. Almesha Campbell and Jennifer Gottwald are members of the AUTM Women I...
A Vision for Tomorrow: Yoichi Oshima on IP, Tech Transfer, and Innovation Analysis
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIn the world of technology transfer, listening to diverse perspectives from across the globe isn't merely about understanding alternative methodologies; it's fundamentally about unlocking fresh ideas that can be integrated into our own organizations. Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Yoichi Oshima, the Vice President for Government and Industry Relations at Tokyo Tech. With a background in electronics engineering, Yoichi possesses extensive experience in both patent examination ...
Equality in Academia: Investing in Women for Better Science With Janet, Ulrike, and Ursula
March 20, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBAcademia plays a crucial role in societal progress, supported by significant public funds allocated to higher education and research institutions. However, this support is compromised by pervasive sexism within academia, leading to the loss of talented women and impeding scientific advancement. Today, we're addressing a critical issue afflicting academia: sexism and its detrimental effects on science and public funding. Our discussion is inspired by the paper "Sexism In Academia Is Bad For ...
Breaking Barriers: The Untold Stories of Women Inventors With Rebekah Oakes
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBWomen's History Month celebrates the vital contributions of women throughout history and into the present day, marking a period where we honor their achievements and resilience across a multitude of fields, notably in areas like technology transfer and innovation. Women have always been at the heart of driving change, with their innovative inventions, pioneering research, and entrepreneurial zeal. Despite the hurdles of systemic barriers and gender biases, their perseverance has significant...
Navigating Tech Transfer and Early-Stage Technology Acquisition With Leah Speser
March 06, 2024 08:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBI’m excited to introduce Leah Speser, a seasoned expert in technology transfer and commercialization, currently serving as the Senior Consultant for Knowledge Transfer & Commercialization at the Research and Innovation Foundation of the Republic of Cyprus. Leah's experience and expertise in the world of tech transfer are extensive. She has an impressive career that spans academia, industry, and international development. Today, we’re discussing early-stage technology acquisition opportuniti...
Shaping A More Inclusive Intellectual Property World With Derrick Brent
February 28, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBCreating positive change in the world of emerging technology requires more than just innovative ideas. It demands a commitment to fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to contribute and thrive. This means implementing intentional practices, programs, and initiatives aimed at promoting inclusive innovation. By ensuring access for women, people of color, indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, ...
Celebrating Black Entrepreneurial Excellence: A Glimpse into Spelman's Center for Entrepreneurship with Dr. Grant Warner
February 21, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThe entrepreneurial landscape in the United States is rich with talent and innovation, evidenced by the nearly 3.6 million Black-owned businesses, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. These enterprises, which employ around 1.3 million individuals across 4% of these businesses, are a vibrant testament to the resilience, inventiveness, and entrepreneurial drive within Black communities nationwide. Yet, despite their notable impact, Black entrepreneurs face persistent challenges, including l...
Immortalizing The Untold Stories of Black Inventors with James Howard of BIHOF
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBAs February unfolds, we're thrilled to kick off a special series in celebration of Black History Month, a time to honor the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. Today, we're excited to chat with James Howard, the Executive Director of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame (BIHOF). James Howard wears many hats: he is a college professor, design historian, entrepreneur, industrial designer, inventor, and restaurateur. He brings more than 25 years of t...
Behind the Numbers- Insights from U.S. Patenting on Diagnosing COVID-19
February 07, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBWe have some interesting insights to share from "Diagnosing COVID-19: A Perspective from U.S. Patenting Activity," a report by the US Patent and Trademark Office's Chief Economist, Andrew Toole, and Senior Research Economist, Nicholas A. Pairolero. Dr. Andrew Toole is the Chief Economist at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and also serves as a Research Associate at the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW). He has experience spanning the private sector, academia, and gover...
Inclusive Innovation: Bridging the Inventor Gap with Insights from Colleen Chien and Lisa Larrimore Ouellette
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBHave you ever wondered why some voices are less heard in the world of innovation? In this episode, we're diving into a critical topic within the realm of U.S. innovation – the existing inequity in patent inventorship. This issue has led to a significant "innovator-inventor" gap, marked by the underrepresentation of women among patent inventors and the obstacles encountered by inventors from low-income backgrounds. I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to shed light on this important subject a...
Bayh-Dole Draft Concerns - Member Bonus episode
January 29, 2024 11:50 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBAs 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...
Countdown to AUTM 2024: Almesha Campbell Shares What's in Store for San Diego
January 24, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWelcome 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 recogn...
Changing the Game in Tech: University of Kentucky's Inclusive Approach to Entrepreneurship With Serenity Wright
January 17, 2024 08:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBThere'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 ...
Federal Government Relations: Advocacy Strategies At The National Level With Mike Waring
January 10, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThe 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 issu...
Building Bridges in Tech Transfer: Local and State Advocacy Strategies with Mike Waring
January 03, 2024 13:31 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBThe 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 i...
Inventing Tomorrow: Unraveling the Impact of AI on IP with Kathi Vidal
December 20, 2023 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBOver the last two decades, utility patent applications involving AI have seen an increase of 150%. In the words of Kathi Vidal, “AI is going to be ubiquitous.” From healthcare to climate science, no industry will be left unaffected by it in some way or another, which is why the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), under Kathi’s leadership, has made it a top priority. In this episode, Kathi explains how she and her team at the USPTO are adapting to the growing influence of AI...
Unlocking Efficiency: Navigating Prompt Engineering in Tech Transfer Offices
December 13, 2023 14:33 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBIf you’re a technology transfer professional, prompt engineering is going to transform your life. In brief, prompt engineering is a set of plain language inputs that you can impart on a generative AI tool (like ChatGPT) to acquire a particular output. As an example of how ChatGPT can enhance the efficiency of your processes when you get to grips with prompt engineering, John Keary is currently able to review a whole year of license agreements in just 3 days! John is the Compliance Manager...
Chat GPT and Other Generative AIs: How to Build a Plan to Use and Monetize with Jonathan Gortat
December 06, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBGenerative AI is opening up a whole new world that all of us, at some point, are going to need to learn to navigate. From drafting appeal letters to managing heart disease and finding natural disaster survivors, the limits to what generative AI is likely to be able to help humans do (or do on its own) in the near future are seemingly non-existent. In this episode, Jonathan Gortat, Director of Licensing and Strategic Alliance at Stanford University’s Office of Technology Licensing, joins ...
The Role of AI in Technology Transfer Offices with Marc Sedam
November 29, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBIf 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 tha...
Empowering Indigenous Artists and Entrepreneurs with Amanda Bernard
November 15, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB“Together we can foster a future where indigenous voices are heard, cultures are preserved, and the artists of these communities are recognized and celebrated.” As a proud member of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation, Amanda Bernard is on a mission to celebrate, support, and empower indigenous artists and entrepreneurs and in doing so, create a more just and culturally rich world. In this episode, Amanda joins us to share what her journey of creating a virtual marketplace for indigenous c...
Empowering Indigenous Communities Through IP with Susan Anthony
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBAs an attorney in the Office of Policy and International Affairs at the USPTO and the USPTO’s Tribal Affairs Liaison, Susan Anthony has committed most of her career to protecting indigenous knowledge and empowering indigenous communities. In this episode, Susan shares where her passion for helping indigenous communities originated, what she loves most about her work, and some of the most memorable moments of her time spent addressing indigenous IP and cultural heritage issues. There are 5...
Uplifting Indigenous Communities through Innovation with Jael Whitney
November 01, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIndigenous Peoples' Month, celebrated throughout November in the U.S., is a time to celebrate and honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous communities. In the first episode of our Indigenous People Celebration series, we’re joined by Jael Whitney, an Officer for MIT Solve’s Indigenous Communities Program with a background in business development, marketing, and economics. Tune in today to learn how Jael and her colleagues at MIT Solve are helping indigenous commu...
Invent Together: Paving the Way for Inclusive Innovation with Holly Fechner and Morgan Schreurs
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB“Inclusive innovation is a catalyst for justice, for equity, for economic opportunity.” In the United States, IP-intensive industries account for more than 40% of opportunities and provide approximately 63 million jobs. However, in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion these industries are still far behind where they should be. In this episode, we are joined by the founders of Invent Together, an alliance of universities, nonprofits, companies, and stakeholders on a mission to ensure...
Creating a Globally Recognized Innovation Hub in Puerto Rico with Carlos Baez-Pagan
October 18, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBCarlos 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 ...
Disrupting Women’s Healthcare with Oriana Papin-Zoghbi
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBOvarian cancer is one of the biggest killers, one of the hardest to diagnose, and the second most expensive to treat. Today’s guest is the cofounder of AOA Dx, a company that is transforming ovarian cancer detection and diagnosis. Oriana Papin-Zoghbi is a Venezuelan-born entrepreneur who grew up in the Middle East and attended school in Europe before moving to the United States. In this episode, she shares how she serendipitously became involved in the women’s health space before the word f...
Disrupting the Energy Sector with Byron Rojas
October 04, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThrough his company, Easymetering, Byron Rojas is disrupting the energy sector by simultaneously optimizing consumption and reducing carbon emissions. In this episode, the second in our Hispanic Heritage Month series, he joins us to share the fascinating journey that has brought him to this point! Byron is an electronic engineering graduate from Ecuador who has pioneered cutting-edge innovations in the fields of data transmission, cellular network infrastructure, and smart metering technolo...
Taking Underserved Communities “To the Stars” with Dr. Jose Morey
September 27, 2023 10:30 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB“We need to make sure that we have everyone at the table so that everyone is being fed.” In this episode, the first of our Hispanic Heritage Month series, Dr. Jose Morey joins us to share how including diverse perspectives in technological development is the key to breaking down systemic inequality. Jose, formerly an advisor to NASA, Forbes, and MIT, is the founder of Ad Astra Media and the LISTA National Chair at TechLatino. His diverse background, Hispanic heritage, and drive to create ...
The Better World Project: Celebrating the Impact of Innovation with Ann Amidzich
September 20, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBAUTM’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...
Lessons from the 2022 AUTM Salary Survey with John Miner
September 13, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBSince 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 ho...
Unpacking the 2022 Canadian Licensing Survey with Olivia Novak
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIn 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...
Policy Issues and Tech Transfer: Making Your Voice Heard with Kate Hudson
August 30, 2023 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43 MB“With policy, you have to think long-game. This is a marathon, not a sprint.” The policy landscape is continuously evolving; every day there is a new government action taking place that influences technology transfer on university campuses. As a technology transfer professional, staying on top of those changes will help you facilitate far-reaching impact. Today’s guest, Kate Hudson, is the Associate Vice President and Counsel for Policy and Federal Relations at the Association of American...
The Secrets to Israel’s Startup Success with Keren Primor Cohen
August 23, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIsrael is a hotbed for innovation, particularly in the high-tech space. This is evidenced by the fact that the sector makes up 18.1% of the country’s GDP (making it the largest contributor to the economy). Part of the reason for the enormous success they have achieved is the remarkable collaboration between academia, industry, and technology transfer offices. Today’s guest is the CEO of Ramot, the Tech Transfer Company of Tel Aviv University, and co-chair of the Israel Tech Transfer Network...
Navigating the Startup Journey with Derrick L. Maultsby Jr.
August 16, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBToday’s guest, Derrick L. Maultsby Jr., serves as a business advisor and corporate transactional lawyer to startups, small to mid-sized businesses, and Fortune 50 companies in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, helping them grow intelligently and effectively. The startup world is one of “nuances and details,” and numerous important legal elements need to be taken into consideration when founding a business. In this episode, Derrick explains where founders and founding teams often go wro...
Building a Global Hub for Advanced Therapies with Anji Miller
August 09, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB“Advanced cell and gene therapies are revolutionizing how to approach and treat a wide range of diseases.” There are few things (if any) more impactful than transforming healthcare for millions of patients, including those with rare and life-threatening diseases. Today’s guest is Anji Miller, and as the Senior Business Manager in the technology transfer team at LifeArc and Skills Lead for the Innovation Hubs for Gene Therapies, she is at the forefront of that transformation. In this episo...
Spinning-Out Biotechs: How Timing is Everything with Irene Abrams
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBHow do you know when an innovation is ready to make its mark in the real world? Successfully spinning-out biotechs is an art; one that today’s guest, Irene Abrams, has a wealth of knowledge about. Irene is the Vice President of Technology Development and New Ventures at Boston Children's Hospital. She leads the Technology & Innovation Development Office (TIDO), which is responsible for commercializing discoveries and innovations developed at the hospital. She is also the Managing Director ...
Creating Value on a Global Scale with Dr. Alfred Tan
July 26, 2023 10:47 - 43 minutes - 40 MBTechnology transfer has the power to bridge gaps not only between industry, academia, and government within a country but also on a global scale! Today’s guest, Dr. Alfred Tan, has been the Head of the Knowledge Transfer Office at Hong Kong University for 13 years. He also serves as the Deputy Managing Director and a Board member of Versitech Limited. In this episode, Alfred shares how his office leverages Hong Kong’s close ties to Eastern countries and its Western-style systems to enhan...
Best Practices for Technology Transfer Professionals in the Start-Up World with Kirsten Leute
July 19, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBAlthough it is just one aspect of technology transfer, the start-up space is attracting an increasingly large proportion of the interest and support from professionals within (and outside of) the field. Kirsten Leute (who is currently a partner at Osage University Partners) has spent nearly two decades immersed in the world of innovation. As a result she has witnessed the evolution that has taken place in the field over the years and thus has a broad, unique perspective, which she shares...
Navigating the Nagoya Protocol with Dr. Mukul Ranjan
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBThe Nagoya Protocol is a supplement to the United Nation’s Biodiversity Treaty, and it is reshaping the landscape of scientific research. In this episode, Dr. Mukul Ranjan, a Senior Advisor for Innovation and Technology Transfer at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is here to explain how. As a key player in fostering collaborations between the public, private, academic, and non-profit sectors, Dr. Ranjan has firsthand knowledge of how the Nagoya Protocol is...
Broadening Horizons at the NSA
July 05, 2023 12:03 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBFrom the USPTO to the FBI to the NSA (where she has been for ten years), Karen Presley has spent the majority of her career working in public institutions and has always been in some way involved in the creation, protection, or transfer of a wide range of technologies. After sharing an overview of her fascinating career path (including some of the main challenges of working for the government), Karen delves into one of her current endeavors that she is palpably passionate about; the MSI Wo...
Navigating the Future of Blockchain, NFTs, and the Metaverse
June 28, 2023 12:24 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBI have a very exciting topic for you today - blockchain NFTs and the metaverse. Joining me to discuss their potential impact on intellectual property is Dr. Randy Stout, neurologist and cell biologist serving as the director of New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) for Biomedical Innovation and the NYIT Imaging Center. His research focuses mainly on understanding the intricate connections between brain cells and their role in various neurological condit...
Making the Paths to Commercialization of Inventions More Equitable with Aileen Dingus
June 21, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBToday I'm excited to be joined by Aileen Dingus, the Commercialization Network and Events Manager, to talk about making the paths to commercialization of inventions more equitable. Aileen brings a wealth of experience from both the private sector and higher education, making her a valuable voice in the conversation on making the paths to commercialization of inventions more equitable. Since joining Tech Launch Arizona, Aileen has spearheaded the management of the NSF I-Corps Site program, g...
Closing the Gender Gap in Patenting with Intan Hamdan-Livramento, Elodie Carpentier, and Julio Raffo
June 14, 2023 14:41 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBData from two decades of patent filings from across the world shows that only 4% of international patents were invented exclusively by women. This statistic, along with the many others that are shared in WIPO’s report (The Global Gender Gap in Innovation and Creativity), highlight that we still have a long way to go to close the gender gap in patenting. But, as you’ll hear in this episode, it’s not all doom and gloom. There has been slow but consistent movement in the right direction for ma...
A Lesson in Effective Communication with Mark Bayer
June 07, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBMark Bayer’s career choices (from Capitol Hill to the non-profit sector to consulting) have all been driven by his desire to make a meaningful impact. And make a meaningful impact he has! Mark is currently the president of Bayer Strategic Consulting, a boutique communications firm that helps universities and research institutes effectively communicate their work to their most important stakeholders. In this episode, he talks about the factors that are essential for effective communication...
The Power of Collaboration in Technology Transfer with Dr. Anne Lane
May 31, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB“When the chips are down, everybody can work together.” For the past 23 years, Dr. Anne Lane has worked at UCLB, prior to which she worked for a spin-out company while completing her MBA, prior to which she was a postdoc at Harvard. With these kinds of credentials, it’s no wonder she has risen to the top of the commercialization space as CEO of the prestigious technology transfer company. In this episode, Anne shares her thoughts on the power of collaboration between universities, private,...
Promoting Curiosity-Driven Research with Tony Raven
May 24, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBBeing a technology transfer professional means being able to engage with some of the most brilliant minds and create meaningful, tangible impacts. That is why Tony Raven believes it is the best career in the world! Tony has had 25 years of experience in the technology transfer sector, during which he was involved in creating over 100 spin out companies and the commercialization of cutting-edge research. During our conversation, Tony shares some examples of how technology transfer has chan...