We celebrated Innovation and Honored Boise State Inventors at the SPARC Mixer!
The Office of Technology Transfer presented recognitions for 2024 patents and new invention disclosures in recognition of World IP Day. We had a great time mingling with fellow innovators, learned about groundbreaking research, and applauded the accomplishments of our talented faculty and researchers. Thank you for joining us in this special celebration.
New inventor recognition for submitting a New Invention Disclosure to OTT in 2024
Aaron Smith
Uwe Reischl
Alex Honn
Steven Pentland
Michael Curtis
Dave Estrada
Jacob Anderson
David Huber
Owen Walsh
Yifan Dong
Hui (Claire) Xiong
Jiacheng Hu
Isaac Kreft
Kris Campbell
YongHwan Kim
Zhangxian (Dan) Deng
Ben Johnson
Matt Zuzelski
Special recognition for inventors who received an issued patent in 2024
Jim Browning
David Estrada
Ken Cornell
Eric Hayden
Bernard Yurke
Elton Graugnard
Maria Mitkova
Stephanie Hudon
Trevor Lujan
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Research and Creative Activity Ecosystem: OTT Expertise
At Boise State University, the Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) supports principal investigators and their projects’ lifecycles. Working hand-in-hand with principal investigators and their college and departmental administrative staff, OTT offers specialized assistance to navigate the journey within the lifecycle of the ecosystem.
OTT’s Contributions to the Research Ecosystem:
- Expert Guidance:Â Providing comprehensive support in protecting research outcomes and innovations, marketing technologies, and identifying commercialization pathways and external collaborators.
- Privacy and Partnership:Â Negotiating non-disclosure agreements, enabling the discussion of confidential topics with potential industry partners and vendors.
- Translational Initiatives:Â Supporting innovation and entrepreneurial programs through seed and gap funding initiatives and NSF I-Corps.
Research and Creative Activity Ecosystem
Step 1: Generate Idea
Step 1: Generate Idea
What would you like to research or create? In step one, learn to look at your ideas carefully and discover what to do with them; after all, some of you have done this before but need assistance, and so many others have great ideas but are new to this and don’t know where to begin.
CRCA Research Development can work with you to brainstorm, network with peers, develop a team and explore ideas. We can provide consultation on generating ideas, build an affinity group around your ideas, provide guided brainstorm facilitation for groups, and be a partner in developing collaborations. If you have compliance questions, connect with the Office of Research Compliance.
You may need to connect with the following offices at this stage:
Examples of how OTT Supports Research Ecosystem
The Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) interacts with researchers and project directors in the Research and Creative Activity Ecosystem during steps 6 and 7. Below are examples of ways OTT supports in this process:
Step 6: Manage Award
What do you do when you need support with sponsor documents and closing out your research? The Office of Technology Transfer has the expertise to take you step by step through this process with an understanding of all roles and outcomes for the project.
Step 7: Share your Research and Creative Activity
When it’s time to share your research or creative activity, turn to the Office of Technology Transfer. They’re here to help you with your intellectual property, archiving, publishing and commercializing your work.
Whether you need a fully supported, step-by-step research or creative activity partner or would like specific support within one or more of these steps, we are here to help. Discover your personalized path by walking through the steps above. Then, contact us. We can support you along your pathway, at any step.
Learn more about us here or email us at techtransfer@boisestate.edu for a conversation.