Science at the Edge
Interdisciplinary Physics
Friday September 28, 2012
11:30 BPS 1400
Nanotechnology: From Research Lab to Commercialization
David Luzzi
Northeastern University
Executive Director, University Strategic Security Initiative
Abstract
In recent years, there has been increased interest at universities in bringing positive outcomes of research programs into the commercial marketplace. It can be argued
that altruism and sense of mission are important motivators for this effort. Commercialization of a discovery or technology can be an efficient mechanism for rapid and widespread penetration of a new good for the benefit of society, in resonance with the primary
mission of universities. New discoveries in nanotechnology provide fertile opportunities for technology transfer and commercialization, especially through the creation of new business ventures. It is in the best interests of universities to promote the transition
of nanotechnology research to commercialization.
In this talk, I will discuss my experiences with the transition of two technologies developed in my research laboratory into two separate startup ventures. I will also
discuss methods by which universities can assist the development of new ventures using lessons learned from my experience as the co-founder of the Nanotechnology Institute in Philadelphia, which now has over 740 intellectual property assets under management
and has fostered the creation of 30 companies.
To meet with the speaker on Sept. 28thth please contact R. Ghosh ([log in to unmask])
Shawna Prater / Secretary
Astrophysics Group
Michigan State University
567 Wilson Road, Room 3261
Biomedical Physical Sciences Bldg
East Lansing, MI 48824-2320
Ph: (517) 884-5601 Fax (517) 432-8802
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