By: Crystal Carter
From Lab to Market – Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop at CIR
You are invited to participate in an upcoming Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: From Lab to Market, hosted at the Center for Infrastructure Renewal (CIR) on the Texas A&M RELLIS Campus. This workshop is jointly sponsored by Texas A&M University and Texas State University and will take place on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. The event includes a full agenda designed to equip researchers and innovators with the tools and insights to move discoveries from the lab into the marketplace.
This interactive workshop will bring together a cross-section of academic talent and innovation professionals from across both institutions, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Workshop Panels Include:
– Market Assessment and Resources for Developing New Technologies
- Learn how to evaluate commercial potential and navigate resources that support technology development and validation.
– Intellectual Property Protection in the University Environment
- Gain an understanding of patents, copyrights, and the policies that guide IP protection within academic institutions.
– Strategies for Forming and Running Startup Companies
- Explore the fundamentals of launching and managing a startup, including team formation, funding, and go-to-market strategies.
Attendees will also receive a guided tour of CIR’s cutting-edge lab facilities, providing a unique opportunity to explore world-class research infrastructure in action.
This workshop is jointly sponsored by Texas A&M University and Texas State University as part of a continued commitment to advancing university-based innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
