Technology Development’s main focus is help researchers realize the commercialization potential of the inventions and discoveries that emerge from Boston University research. The objective is to ensure the development of our groundbreaking research and discoveries by facilitating collaborations with the entrepreneurial and industrial ecosystems through licensing, sponsorship, and new ventures.
Services
Technology Development helps BU inventors bring projects to market. We can help with:
- Patents, licensing, & starting a company
- Disclosing technology
- Connecting industry to BU inventors
- Connecting BU faculty with education, tools, support, and mentorship
Contacts
Leadership
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Celia Harrison
Executive Director, Intellectual Property & Licensing
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Michael Pratt
Managing Director, Technology Development
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Melinda Shockley
Executive Director, Faculty Entrepreneurship
Business Development Contacts
| 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 |
Entrepreneurship Contacts
| Entrepreneurship Programs and Networking | Shoshana Das, Director | sdas@bu.edu |
Addresses
Mailing address: 53 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215
Email: otd@bu.edu