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AUTM on the Air

AUTM on the AIR is the weekly podcast that brings you conversations about the impact of research commercialization and the people who make it happen. Join us for interviews with patent and licensing professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech transfer leaders on the issues and trends that matter most.

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15:37

Empowering Indigenous Artists and Entrepreneurs with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/11/15

“Together we can foster a future where indigenous voices are heard, cultures are preserved, and the artists of these communities are recognized and celebrated.”As a proud member of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation, Amanda Bernard is on a mission to celebrate, support, and empower indigenous artists and entrepreneurs and in doing so, create a more just and culturally rich world.In this episode, Amanda joins us to share what her journey of creating a virtual marketplace for indigenous creatives has

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35:09

Empowering Indigenous Communities Through IP with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/11/08

As an attorney in the Office of Policy and International Affairs at the USPTO and the USPTO’s Tribal Affairs Liaison, Susan Anthony has committed most of her career to protecting indigenous knowledge and empowering indigenous communities. In this episode, Susan shares where her passion for helping indigenous communities originated, what she loves most about her work, and some of the most memorable moments of her time spent addressing indigenous IP and cultural heritage issues.There are 574 federally

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15:15

Uplifting Indigenous Communities through Innovation...

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2023/11/01

Indigenous Peoples' Month, celebrated throughout November in the U.S., is a time to celebrate and honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous communities.In the first episode of our Indigenous People Celebration series, we’re joined by Jael Whitney, an Officer for MIT Solve’s Indigenous Communities Program with a background in business development, marketing, and economics.Tune in today to learn how Jael and her colleagues at MIT Solve are helping indigenous communities

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25:45

Invent Together: Paving the Way for Inclusive...

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2023/10/25

“Inclusive innovation is a catalyst for justice, for equity, for economic opportunity.” In the United States, IP-intensive industries account for more than 40% of opportunities and provide approximately 63 million jobs. However, in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion these industries are still far behind where they should be. In this episode, we are joined by the founders of Invent Together, an alliance of universities, nonprofits, companies, and stakeholders on a mission to ensure that

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40:42

Creating a Globally Recognized Innovation Hub in...

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2023/10/18

Carlos Baez-Pagan and his team at the Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust are working towards the creation of a globally recognized innovation hub. In this episode, Carlos, the Trust’s Associate Director, shares what their journey over the past (almost) 20 years has entailed. Carlos has a background in biochemistry and business administration, has been an AUTM member since 2017, is co-chair of the Better World Project, and is one of the pioneers of technology transfer in his home

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26:05

Disrupting Women’s Healthcare with Oriana Papin-Zoghbi

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2023/10/11

Ovarian cancer is one of the biggest killers, one of the hardest to diagnose, and the second most expensive to treat. Today’s guest is the cofounder of AOA Dx, a company that is transforming ovarian cancer detection and diagnosis.Oriana Papin-Zoghbi is a Venezuelan-born entrepreneur who grew up in the Middle East and attended school in Europe before moving to the United States. In this episode, she shares how she serendipitously became involved in the women’s health space before the word femtech

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40:36

Disrupting the Energy Sector with Byron Rojas

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2023/10/04

Through his company, Easymetering, Byron Rojas is disrupting the energy sector by simultaneously optimizing consumption and reducing carbon emissions. In this episode, the second in our Hispanic Heritage Month series, he joins us to share the fascinating journey that has brought him to this point!Byron is an electronic engineering graduate from Ecuador who has pioneered cutting-edge innovations in the fields of data transmission, cellular network infrastructure, and smart metering technology.Tune in

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23:21

Taking Underserved Communities “To the Stars” with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/09/27

“We need to make sure that we have everyone at the table so that everyone is being fed.”In this episode, the first of our Hispanic Heritage Month series, Dr. Jose Morey joins us to share how including diverse perspectives in technological development is the key to breaking down systemic inequality. Jose, formerly an advisor to NASA, Forbes, and MIT, is the founder of Ad Astra Media and the LISTA National Chair at TechLatino. His diverse background, Hispanic heritage, and drive to create economic

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17:32

The Better World Project: Celebrating the Impact of...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/09/20

AUTM’s Better World Project (BWP) is a platform that showcases impactful inventions, from Honeycrisp apples to life-changing medical devices, with the aim of highlighting the transformative power of academic research when it is put into practice. Ann Amidzich has a background in criminal justice and is currently a Co-Chair of the Better World Project Committee. In this episode, she shares examples of the inventions that the BWP has showcased, how AUTM assists applicants through the process, how they

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32:23

Lessons from the 2022 AUTM Salary Survey with John Miner

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/09/13

Since 1999, John Miner has been involved in the AUTM Salary Survey, an indispensable tool that provides a comprehensive review of compensation trends in the field of technology transfer. The value of the salary survey lies in its ability to help technology transfer offices understand what they need to do to attract and retain talent and to make technology transfer professionals aware of the opportunities that come with developing a career in the space.In today’s episode, John explains how upgrades

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25:45

Unpacking the 2022 Canadian Licensing Survey with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/09/06

In this episode, we’re delving into the 2022 Canadian Licensing Survey with the Chair of the AUTM Canadian Licensing Survey Committee and Associate Director of Technology Transfer at McGill University, Olivia Novac.Olivia’s involvement in the Licensing Survey originated from her desire to change the fact that many institutions were opting out of taking the survey. Understanding the Survey’s enormous value for the innovation ecosystem, Olivia took on the Chair position in 2017 and has never looked

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47:00

Policy Issues and Tech Transfer: Making Your Voice...

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2023/08/30

“With policy, you have to think long-game. This is a marathon, not a sprint.”The policy landscape is continuously evolving; every day there is a new government action taking place that influences technology transfer on university campuses. As a technology transfer professional, staying on top of those changes will help you facilitate far-reaching impact. Today’s guest, Kate Hudson, is the Associate Vice President and Counsel for Policy and Federal Relations at the Association of American

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22:13

The Secrets to Israel’s Startup Success with Keren...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/08/23

Israel is a hotbed for innovation, particularly in the high-tech space. This is evidenced by the fact that the sector makes up 18.1% of the country’s GDP (making it the largest contributor to the economy). Part of the reason for the enormous success they have achieved is the remarkable collaboration between academia, industry, and technology transfer offices.Today’s guest is the CEO of Ramot, the Tech Transfer Company of Tel Aviv University, and co-chair of the Israel Tech Transfer Network (ITTN),

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36:53

Navigating the Startup Journey with Derrick L....

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/08/16

Today’s guest, Derrick L. Maultsby Jr., serves as a business advisor and corporate transactional lawyer to startups, small to mid-sized businesses, and Fortune 50 companies in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, helping them grow intelligently and effectively. The startup world is one of “nuances and details,” and numerous important legal elements need to be taken into consideration when founding a business. In this episode, Derrick explains where founders and founding teams often go wrong from a

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46:34

Building a Global Hub for Advanced Therapies with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/08/09

“Advanced cell and gene therapies are revolutionizing how to approach and treat a wide range of diseases.” There are few things (if any) more impactful than transforming healthcare for millions of patients, including those with rare and life-threatening diseases. Today’s guest is Anji Miller, and as the Senior Business Manager in the technology transfer team at LifeArc and Skills Lead for the Innovation Hubs for Gene Therapies, she is at the forefront of that transformation.In this episode, Anji

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46:01

Spinning-Out Biotechs: How Timing is Everything with...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/08/02

How do you know when an innovation is ready to make its mark in the real world? Successfully spinning-out biotechs is an art; one that today’s guest, Irene Abrams, has a wealth of knowledge about. Irene is the Vice President of Technology Development and New Ventures at Boston Children's Hospital. She leads the Technology & Innovation Development Office (TIDO), which is responsible for commercializing discoveries and innovations developed at the hospital. She is also the Managing Director of

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43:44

Creating Value on a Global Scale with Dr. Alfred Tan

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/07/26

Technology transfer has the power to bridge gaps not only between industry, academia, and government within a country but also on a global scale! Today’s guest, Dr. Alfred Tan, has been the Head of the Knowledge Transfer Office at Hong Kong University for 13 years. He also serves as the Deputy Managing Director and a Board member of Versitech Limited. In this episode, Alfred shares how his office leverages Hong Kong’s close ties to Eastern countries and its Western-style systems to enhance

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26:24

Best Practices for Technology Transfer Professionals...

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/07/19

Although it is just one aspect of technology transfer, the start-up space is attracting an increasingly large proportion of the interest and support from professionals within (and outside of) the field. Kirsten Leute (who is currently a partner at Osage University Partners) has spent nearly two decades immersed in the world of innovation. As a result she has witnessed the evolution that has taken place in the field over the years and thus has a broad, unique perspective, which she shares with us

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32:26

Navigating the Nagoya Protocol with Dr. Mukul Ranjan

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/07/12

The Nagoya Protocol is a supplement to the United Nation’s Biodiversity Treaty, and it is reshaping the landscape of scientific research. In this episode, Dr. Mukul Ranjan, a Senior Advisor for Innovation and Technology Transfer at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), is here to explain how. As a key player in fostering collaborations between the public, private, academic, and non-profit sectors, Dr. Ranjan has firsthand knowledge of how the Nagoya Protocol is impacting

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23:57

Broadening Horizons at the NSA

AUTM on the Air ·

2023/07/05

From the USPTO to the FBI to the NSA (where she has been for ten years), Karen Presley has spent the majority of her career working in public institutions and has always been in some way involved in the creation, protection, or transfer of a wide range of technologies. After sharing an overview of her fascinating career path (including some of the main challenges of working for the government), Karen delves into one of her current endeavors that she is palpably passionate about; the MSI Working

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