September 19, 2024
From Lab to Life: New webinar series from UC Davis Health Ventures
If you’ve ever wondered how human health research gets commercialized, check out this new education series, From Lab to Life.
Presented by UC Davis Health Ventures, these monthly lunchtime webinars are open to all UC Davis and UC Davis Health faculty and staff interested in learning more about the journey of innovation for human health applications.
Topics will range from intellectual property, starting a company, translational funding, the pathway to develop therapeutics, and more!
October 4: What makes a great invention?
Join us for an inspiring webinar on how research discoveries can become powerful new inventions. Hear how impactful solutions can be deliberately sought out, and learn the fundamental characteristics of an amazing invention that can drive ongoing research, revolutionize health and care practices, and positively impact society.
From Lab to Life: What makes a great invention?
Friday, October 4, 2024 | 12 – 12:55 p.m.
Presenters:
- Chris Loryman, Director of Faculty Engagement and Education, UC Davis Health Ventures
- Pooja Bhayani, Intellectual Property Officer, UC Davis Technology Transfer Office
- Special guest speaker: Gibson Lanier, Principal, Meurnier Carlin & Curfman IP Law
Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your research and learn how one invention can truly change the world!
Who should attend?
Faculty, students, and staff of UC Davis and UC Davis Health are welcome to attend. Whether you are a graduate student just starting your research journey or a seasoned research investigator, this webinar will help you understand the fundamentals of a great invention and how to reach out when you are working on a new impactful discovery.
Previous webinars
September 4: Maximizing impact of UC Davis intellectual property for human health. Watch the recording
The first webinar focused on the value and impact of ideas and the importance of discoveries and inventions in our day-to-day work while protecting UC Davis's intellectual property. Presenters shared guidance on how innovators can report an invention and begin the journey toward filing a patent. Learn best practices for patents and the process and expectations of this journey.
