Call for Proposals: 2021 Pfizer CTI
We are pleased to announce a call for proposals for Pfizer’s Centers for Therapeutic Innovation (CTI) program for collaborative development of novel biotherapeutics. Deadline: June 28, 2021 Areas of Interest and Targets/Pathways of Focus: Oncology: Targeting tumor cells, immuno-oncology, and cancer neo-epitopes that could be leveraged in cancer vaccines Internal Medicine: Obesity/cachexia, heart failure, diabetic/chronic […]
The Journey to Impact: An Inventor Walks into a Bar…
Here’s one for you:
An inventor, a patent holder and a company founder walk into a bar…and the bartender says, “Who’s paying?”
Technology Development & Entrepreneurship Contacts
Entrepreneurship Melinda Shockley, Executive Director of Faculty Entrepreneurship shockley@bu.edu Shoshana Das, Director, Entrepreneurship Programs and Networking sdas@bu.edu Life Sciences Nevena Dimova, Business Development ndimova@bu.edu or 617-353-4567 Medical Technology Frances Forrester, Business Development fmf@bu.edu or 617-358-6911 Engineering & Physical Sciences Misty Farrell-Pennington, Business Development mfpenn@bu.edu or 617-358-3795 Technology Development Michael Pratt, Managing Director mpratt@bu.edu or 617-353-4569
Call for Proposals: Pfizer CTI
We are pleased to announce a call for proposals for Pfizer’s Centers for Therapeutic Innovation (CTI) program for collaborative development of novel biotherapeutics. Deadline: September 21, 2020 Areas of Interest and Targets/Pathways of Focus: Opportunities related to DNA damage response and replicative stress in the context of nuclear or spatial organization. Novel strategies targeting the […]
How BU Cut the Long Wait for Patents in Half
Have an idea to make the world a better place? BU Technology Development wants to fast-track your patent.
Ignition Awards
Calling all innovators, entrepreneurs and impact creators! Do you have an idea for a product or service that can have real-world impact? Are you developing a solution to a market-relevant problem within your area of expertise? If so, you’re likely looking for resources to navigate the entrepreneurial process and transform your innovation into a potential […]
Call for Proposals: Pfizer CTI
We are pleased to announce a call for proposals for Pfizer’s Centers for Therapeutic Innovation (CTI) program for collaborative development of novel biotherapeutics. Deadline: October 21, 2019 Areas of Interest and Targets/Pathways of Focus: Opportunities related to tissue-resident immunity with application in the fields of inflammation, fibrosis, autoimmunity and oncology Opportunities related to DNA damage […]
Announcing the 2019 Ignition Award Winners
Technology Development is pleased to announce the winners of the 2019 Ignition Award. The Ignition program awards $75K, one-year grants to Boston University faculty to help launch promising new technologies into the marketplace. Congratulations to this year’s winners, listed below. Members of the BU research community can reach out to Rana K. Gupta, Director, Faculty Entrepreneurship, with […]
Memo: BU Intellectual Property Policy and Agreement
TO: Boston University Faculty, Staff, and Student Researchers FROM: Gloria Waters, Vice President and Associate Provost for Research DATE: June 3, 2019 SUBJECT: Boston University Intellectual Property Policy and Agreement Boston University’s recently revised Intellectual Property Policy, effective July 1, 2017, provides guidance for the management of intellectual property (IP) at BU, allowing members of […]
Intellectual Property Policy and Agreement FAQs
Intellectual Property Policy Boston University’s Intellectual Property Policy, effective July 1, 2017, implements legal requirements and provides guidance for the management of intellectual property (IP) at BU, facilitating externally sponsored research and allowing members of the research community to make informed decisions about IP and technology transfer. Intellectual Property Agreement BU policies help set expectations, clarify processes, and apply broadly […]