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AUTM is the nonprofit leader in efforts to educate, promote and inspire professionals to support the development of academic research that changes the world.
Venture Partners at CU Boulder is awarding up to $50,000 to early-stage therapeutic projects, helping researchers bridge the funding gap and bring promising treatments closer to patients. bit.ly/44SM9C1
A team at @UNC has created the MX908, a small, handheld device that quickly detects fentanyl, explosives, and other dangerous substances. unc.live/40ub1yM
The BIO International Convention in Boston was a success for AUTM, with productive meetings and valuable collaborations. Read more: bit.ly/44IKRuJ

Congratulations to AUTM Member, Jerry Martin on his new role as Associate Director of Technology Transfer and Economic Development at Missouri S&T! We’re excited to see the impact he’ll make. bit.ly/3TQN8Og
The Bayh-Dole Act has been key to transforming U.S. universities into innovation hubs. As federal investment in university research declines, increasing support is crucial to maintain global leadership in innovation. bit.ly/4kLLhoH

The University of Rochester's Center for Emerging & Innovative Sciences (CEIS) has secured a renewed 10-year partnership with New York State, backed by $1 million in annual funding. bit.ly/3UlEeZ0
The AUTM Central Region Conference in Madison this week kicked off with the Howard Bremer Plenary for an insightful session that celebrated WARF's 100-year legacy and explored what’s next for the future of innovation.

Congratulations to AUTM Member, Sheila Kadura on her new role as Chief Innovation Officer and Associate General Counsel at the UT System! We’re excited to see all the great things Sheila will continue to achieve! bit.ly/3ICyLdV
This week, the boards of AUTM and @federallabs came together in Boston for a collaborative meeting, strengthening our shared commitment to innovation, tech transfer, and the future of research.

With Congress home for August, it's the perfect time to show lawmakers how university research and tech transfer drive local innovation and economic growth! Read more: bit.ly/4kFDetz

Montana State is turning research into real-world impact. 🌱 Through its Tech Transfer Office, MSU licensed two new camelina cultivars, used in biofuels and feed, to industry partners, connecting decades of research with commercial innovation. Read more: montana.edu/news/23458
Tech Transfer & Tapas is happening right now in Boston! We're celebrating the city's vibrant innovation ecosystem with a networking event that has brought together industry professionals, university leaders, and federal lab experts connect over delicious tapas.




Tech transfer offices are navigating an ever-changing landscape, and the 2024 AUTM Licensing Activity Survey highlights how they’re adapting to uncertainty. Explore more: bit.ly/3TGHrSR

The countdown is on! Join us July 21-23 in Madison, WI for three days of insightful content focused on the latest in tech transfer. With only two weeks to go, now’s the time to register and secure your spot at this industry-leading event: l.feathr.co/AUTMCentral25

Furman University’s Innovation Academy recently hosted high school students from the Mount Vernon School in Atlanta, giving them the chance to develop and pitch startup ideas. Read more: bit.ly/4lH7R2P
Introducing AUTM on Demand: your go-to platform for tech transfer tools, available anytime, anywhere! Stay ahead in tech transfer with this valuable resource, exclusive to AUTM Members. Explore now: on-demand.autm.net
Genective, backed by Limagrain and the University of Illinois Research Park, is advancing agtech with breakthroughs in insect control. Their collaboration is driving commercial success in combating agricultural pests like the Fall Armyworm. Read more: prn.to/44s8dmV
Looking to boost your TTO’s visibility? Check out the TTO Toolkit! Wayne Nix from LSU Health Shreveport shares how their Lunch & Learn event built trust and fostered collaboration with faculty. bit.ly/4nvlns0

RRC Polytech and its post-secondary partners across Canada have launched Labs4, an applied research commercialization engine supporting entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and product development. Read more: bit.ly/44x5okt
Penn State’s Lab Bench to Commercialization (LB2C) program is shifting focus to earlier stages of translational research, offering funding and guidance to boost societal impact and career readiness. Read more: bit.ly/4lFtQat