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Growing entrepreneurs -- Workshop readies academics for market
April 13, 2005 » from Democrat and Chronicle
April 13, 2005 » from Democrat and Chronicle
For a day, George Ferguson was a high-tech entrepreneur. He stood before a packed audience of entrepreneur wannabes and venture capitalists as the pitchman for a startup company called Intelligent Medical. "The mission is to develop decision support systems that help people manage their health care and improve their quality of life."
Fostering the science of technology transfer
UR associate provost Mark Coburn directs the effort to take research from the lab to the marketplace
March 25, 2005 » Rochester Business Journal
UR associate provost Mark Coburn directs the effort to take research from the lab to the marketplace
March 25, 2005 » Rochester Business Journal
Coburn, 50, associate provost and director of University of Rochesters office of technology transfer, helps area researchers commercialize technologies, taking them from the laboratory to the marketplace.
A Workshop in Technology Transfer - Exposing Clinical Researchers to the Issues and Opportunities of Working With Industry
Clinical Research Perspective
October 2004 The University of Rochester Department of Community and Preventive Medicine designed the Rochester Clinical Research Curriculum (RCRC) to be a didactic program of the theory and methods of clinical research integrated with instruction in practical research skills.
Clinical Research Perspective
October 2004 The University of Rochester Department of Community and Preventive Medicine designed the Rochester Clinical Research Curriculum (RCRC) to be a didactic program of the theory and methods of clinical research integrated with instruction in practical research skills.
Biosensor Can Quickly Identify Bacteria
Democrat and Chronicle
October 6 , 2004 Pathologics, a seed-stage company based in Rochester, is developing a device that could provide a precise diagnosis of a bacteria causing a patient's painful ear or sore throat in minutes rather than the days sometimes required by laboratory tests.
Democrat and Chronicle
October 6 , 2004 Pathologics, a seed-stage company based in Rochester, is developing a device that could provide a precise diagnosis of a bacteria causing a patient's painful ear or sore throat in minutes rather than the days sometimes required by laboratory tests.
Workshop Aims to Turn Ideas Into Startup Companies Here
Rochester Business Journal
October 1, 2004 A conglomerate of university students and professors along with business leaders completed a pilot workshop last week that spawned ideas for potential high-tech startups.
Rochester Business Journal
October 1, 2004 A conglomerate of university students and professors along with business leaders completed a pilot workshop last week that spawned ideas for potential high-tech startups.
Device Captures Laser Flashes - Henrietta Company's Streak Camera Produces Data-Filled Images
Democrat and Chronicle
September 20, 2004 When the Omega laser fires at the University of Rochester's Laboratory of Laser Energetics, it can heat a target to 100 million degrees Celsius. Omega's laser pulse can last just a billionth of a second. In spite of these extreme conditions, scientists need to collect as much information as possible about the intensity, duration and shape of a laser pulse and the reaction to it.
Democrat and Chronicle
September 20, 2004 When the Omega laser fires at the University of Rochester's Laboratory of Laser Energetics, it can heat a target to 100 million degrees Celsius. Omega's laser pulse can last just a billionth of a second. In spite of these extreme conditions, scientists need to collect as much information as possible about the intensity, duration and shape of a laser pulse and the reaction to it.
A Pre-Seed Workshop for High-Tech Ideas That Think They May Want to Become Start-Up Companies
PR Web
Accelerating the Transformation of Laboratory Research into Local Company Formation
September 12, 2004 The University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology, two major research institutions in the Rochester region, have come together, along with over a dozen community resources, to accelerate the transformation of laboratory research into local company formation.
PR Web
Accelerating the Transformation of Laboratory Research into Local Company Formation
September 12, 2004 The University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology, two major research institutions in the Rochester region, have come together, along with over a dozen community resources, to accelerate the transformation of laboratory research into local company formation.
UR Expecting Revenue Boost from Licenses
Rochester Business Journal
February 6, 2004 University of Rochester's latest license deal has the potential to generate multimillion-dollar royalty revenues, officials say.
Rochester Business Journal
February 6, 2004 University of Rochester's latest license deal has the potential to generate multimillion-dollar royalty revenues, officials say.
Federal Judge Says Microsoft Violated Patents on Technology Developed at U. of Rochester
The Chronicle of Higher Education
January 30, 2004 A federal judge ruled this week that several Microsoft products infringe patents for technology that was developed by professors at the University of Rochester.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
January 30, 2004 A federal judge ruled this week that several Microsoft products infringe patents for technology that was developed by professors at the University of Rochester.
UR Research Grants Top 300 Million Mark in 2003
Rochester Business Journal
January 9, 2004 The University of Rochester in fiscal 2003 attracted $308.1 million in research grants, up roughly 22 percent from $252.7 million a year ago, a new report shows.
Rochester Business Journal
January 9, 2004 The University of Rochester in fiscal 2003 attracted $308.1 million in research grants, up roughly 22 percent from $252.7 million a year ago, a new report shows.
UR Ranks No.3 in the Nation for its Patents
Rochester Business Journal
December 2003 University of Rochester ranks among the top three universities nationwide, based on the impact of its patents, a new report shows.
Rochester Business Journal
December 2003 University of Rochester ranks among the top three universities nationwide, based on the impact of its patents, a new report shows.
Academic Patent Binge
Technology Review
December 5, 2003/January 2004 Patent activity at colleges has jumped in both quantity and quality over the last five years.
Technology Review
December 5, 2003/January 2004 Patent activity at colleges has jumped in both quantity and quality over the last five years.
UR Research Shrinks TV Game to Highlights
August 11, 2003 For a soccer fan like Ahmet Ekin, watching last year's World Cup hosted in Japan and South Korea posed a challenge, with hours of matches being broadcast in the wee hours of the morning.
August 11, 2003 For a soccer fan like Ahmet Ekin, watching last year's World Cup hosted in Japan and South Korea posed a challenge, with hours of matches being broadcast in the wee hours of the morning.
Events
Simon Networking with Digital Rochester
November 9, 2004 Here is an opportunity to network with fellow Simon alumni, along with Rochester business and information technology professionals, all in one convenient and elegant location.
November 9, 2004 Here is an opportunity to network with fellow Simon alumni, along with Rochester business and information technology professionals, all in one convenient and elegant location.
Entrepreneurs and Angels Reception and Presentations
November 15, 2004 A unique opportunity for potential investors, advisors, economic development professionals and other with a vested interest in promoting regional entrepreneurial activity.
November 15, 2004 A unique opportunity for potential investors, advisors, economic development professionals and other with a vested interest in promoting regional entrepreneurial activity.
Rochester Regional Business Plan Contest
Application deadline has been extended to October 28, 2004 The contest is designed to assist the development of three ventures in the nine-county Finger Lakes region. The three winning businesses will each be awarded a prize valued at $25,000 in cash, facilities and services. If you have a great idea for business with high growth potential and live in the nine country Rochester Finger Lakes region, you are eligible to apply.
Application deadline has been extended to October 28, 2004 The contest is designed to assist the development of three ventures in the nine-county Finger Lakes region. The three winning businesses will each be awarded a prize valued at $25,000 in cash, facilities and services. If you have a great idea for business with high growth potential and live in the nine country Rochester Finger Lakes region, you are eligible to apply.
Tech Entrepreneurs' Week
October 21-28, 2004 Seminars are designed for entrepreneurs, startups, tech-based and high-growth business leaders, angel investors, venture capitalists, university faculty and students.
October 21-28, 2004 Seminars are designed for entrepreneurs, startups, tech-based and high-growth business leaders, angel investors, venture capitalists, university faculty and students.
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Universities of Upstate New York Venture Forum
September 19-20, 2004 Last year the event was sold out weeks in advance and space is limited again this year. Don't miss out on your opportunity to attend.
Universities of Upstate New York Venture Forum
September 19-20, 2004 Last year the event was sold out weeks in advance and space is limited again this year. Don't miss out on your opportunity to attend.
Bringing Investment Capital to Rochester
May 4, 2004 Presented by the City of Rochester-Economic Development
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers (3rd Floor)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
May 4, 2004 Presented by the City of Rochester-Economic Development
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers (3rd Floor)
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
From Bench to Boardroom: A Workshop on the Commercialization of Research Presented by The Scientist
April 17, 2004 Presented by The Scientist
Location: Hamilton Crowne Plaza, Washington D.C.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
April 17, 2004 Presented by The Scientist
Location: Hamilton Crowne Plaza, Washington D.C.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
CEIS University Technology Showcase 2004
February 4, 2004 Center for Electronic Imaging Systems (CEIS)
Location: Hyatt Regency Rochester
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
February 4, 2004 Center for Electronic Imaging Systems (CEIS)
Location: Hyatt Regency Rochester
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
New
Program Gives Research Technology a Business Advantage
November 12, 2003 Rochester Engineering Society
Location: Wishing Well Party House, 1190 Chili Avenue
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
November 12, 2003 Rochester Engineering Society
Location: Wishing Well Party House, 1190 Chili Avenue
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
UR Press Releases
New 'Pure Light' Technology Makes Computer Screens, Cell Phone Displays More Power Efficient
January 5, 2005
January 5, 2005
Flat screens have replaced bulky, energy-gobbling tube-style computer screens on the desks of many businesses and homes, but scientists at the University of Rochester have found that even these power-sipping screens have room for energy-efficiency improvement.
New Technology Makes Possible Mars Webcam, Battlefield Lasers
December 21, 2004
December 21, 2004
It would be a planetary scientist's dream to peer through the eyes of a distant rovers lenses in real-time, looking around an alien landscape as if she were actually on the planets surface, but current radio transmitters can't handle the bandwidth necessary for a video feed across several million miles. New technology recently patented by scientists at the University of Rochester, however, may make applications like a Mars video feed possible, using lasers instead of radio technology.
National Report Keeps University in Top Ten for Technology Revenue
December 7, 2004
December 7, 2004
Companies around the world paid more than $26 million for commercial rights to University of Rochester research during the 2003 fiscal year, according to the latest revenue report published by the Association for University Technology Managers (AUTM).
$6.5 Million Grant Boosts 'Slow Light' Research for Optical Processing and Telecommunications
November 30, 2004
November 30, 2004
Optical computers have long held the promise of incredible computing power, and now a team of researchers led by the University of Rochester is getting a chance to put its collective research together to show how some of its cutting-edge work, like bringing light to a near halt, can carry that promise to fruition.
Laser Lab Transfers Super-Camera Technology to Local Optics Firm
September 9, 2004 A camera designed by researchers at the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics to take incredibly quick snapshots of the giant laser in action has been licensed exclusively to a local business, Sydor Instruments, LLC, to commercialize the technology for use in groundbreaking research around the world.
September 9, 2004 A camera designed by researchers at the University of Rochester's Laboratory for Laser Energetics to take incredibly quick snapshots of the giant laser in action has been licensed exclusively to a local business, Sydor Instruments, LLC, to commercialize the technology for use in groundbreaking research around the world.
Smart Software Gives Surveillance Eyes a Brain'
February 12, 2004 In these days of heightened security and precautions, surveillance cameras watching over us as we cross darkened parking lots or looking over our shoulders at airports may seem reassuring, but they're only of use if someone is watching them.
February 12, 2004 In these days of heightened security and precautions, surveillance cameras watching over us as we cross darkened parking lots or looking over our shoulders at airports may seem reassuring, but they're only of use if someone is watching them.
Three Local Innovators Honored for Breakthrough Inventions
February 04, 2004 Three local inventors will be honored tonight at the Center for Electronic Imaging Systems' (CEIS) first annual award dinner.
February 04, 2004 Three local inventors will be honored tonight at the Center for Electronic Imaging Systems' (CEIS) first annual award dinner.
University Technology Wins Major Ruling Against Microsoft
January 29, 2004 Developers of a University of Rochester computer technology have won a major court ruling against Microsoft Corporation.
January 29, 2004 Developers of a University of Rochester computer technology have won a major court ruling against Microsoft Corporation.
Three Local Innovators Honored for Breakthrough Inventions
February 04, 2004 Three local inventors will be honored tonight at the Center for Electronic Imaging Systems (CEIS) first annual award dinner.
February 04, 2004 Three local inventors will be honored tonight at the Center for Electronic Imaging Systems (CEIS) first annual award dinner.
University Technology Wins Major Ruling Against Microsoft
January 29, 2004 Developers of a University of Rochester computer technology have won a major court ruling against Microsoft Corporation.
January 29, 2004 Developers of a University of Rochester computer technology have won a major court ruling against Microsoft Corporation.
Invention Earnings Show University of Rochester Sixth in Nation According to Association of University Technology Managers
December 11, 2003 In a new ranking of academic institutions, published Tuesday by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the University of Rochester was ranked sixth in the nation for the revenues it has earned from the research of its scientists and engineers.
December 11, 2003 In a new ranking of academic institutions, published Tuesday by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the University of Rochester was ranked sixth in the nation for the revenues it has earned from the research of its scientists and engineers.
Two Scientists Named Best Inventors of 2003 by 'R&D Magazine'
November 17, 2003 Two researchers at the University of Rochester have received this year's R&D100 Award, which honors the most innovative inventions of the year and is often called "the Nobel Prize for technology."
November 17, 2003 Two researchers at the University of Rochester have received this year's R&D100 Award, which honors the most innovative inventions of the year and is often called "the Nobel Prize for technology."
Western
New York Universities Collaborate to License Technologies
October 24, 2003 Illegible prescriptions scrawled on physicians' notepads could become a thing of the past, thanks to two complementary technologies developed at the University at Rochester and the University at Buffalo that are together being licensed by MobileLexis, a digital media company based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
October 24, 2003 Illegible prescriptions scrawled on physicians' notepads could become a thing of the past, thanks to two complementary technologies developed at the University at Rochester and the University at Buffalo that are together being licensed by MobileLexis, a digital media company based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
New Program Gives Research Technology a Business Edge
September 26, 2003 A new program at the University of Rochester will help researchers turn their discoveries into useful, marketable products more easily than ever before.
September 26, 2003 A new program at the University of Rochester will help researchers turn their discoveries into useful, marketable products more easily than ever before.
Nanotubes Surprise Again: Ideal Photon Emission
September 5, 2003 Carbon nanotubes, recently created cylinders of tightly bonded carbon atoms, have dazzled scientists and engineers with their seemingly endless list of special abilities--from incredible tensile strength to revolutionizing computer chips.
September 5, 2003 Carbon nanotubes, recently created cylinders of tightly bonded carbon atoms, have dazzled scientists and engineers with their seemingly endless list of special abilities--from incredible tensile strength to revolutionizing computer chips.
New Navigation Tool Offers A Virtual World for the Blind
August 26, 2003 Innovative students and professors at the University of Rochester have created a navigational assistant that can help inform a visually impaired person of his whereabouts, or even bring new dimensions to museum navigation or campus tours for sighted individuals.
August 26, 2003 Innovative students and professors at the University of Rochester have created a navigational assistant that can help inform a visually impaired person of his whereabouts, or even bring new dimensions to museum navigation or campus tours for sighted individuals.
New Software Eliminates Boredom Between Sports Plays
August 11, 2003 The play starts, the quarterback passes deep for a gain of 30 yards, and. And now the wait: Players walk to the new line of scrimmage, coaches make substitutions, and announcers chatter to fill the minutes where nothing happens on the field. Half a football game is spent not doing football.
August 11, 2003 The play starts, the quarterback passes deep for a gain of 30 yards, and. And now the wait: Players walk to the new line of scrimmage, coaches make substitutions, and announcers chatter to fill the minutes where nothing happens on the field. Half a football game is spent not doing football.
Ultra-Secure Image Technology Licensed to mobileLexis
July 30, 2003 The University of Rochester has licensed the data security software, AuthentImage, to mobileLexis Inc., a technology corporation headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
July 30, 2003 The University of Rochester has licensed the data security software, AuthentImage, to mobileLexis Inc., a technology corporation headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Technology Transfer
Spring/Summer 2003 With increasing success, the University is learning to "capture the value" of discoveries as researchers move into new roles as inventors, patent holders, and business founders. By Jayne Denker
Spring/Summer 2003 With increasing success, the University is learning to "capture the value" of discoveries as researchers move into new roles as inventors, patent holders, and business founders. By Jayne Denker