CSL, a global biotech company, is seeking to fast-track discovery of innovative therapies from the lab to the market through university partnerships. The company's Research Acceleration Initiative is accepting proposals coordinated through Pitt's Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships. Successful applicants will receive $400,000 over two years. Areas of interest for CSL include: Immunology Hematology […]
CSL, a global biotech company, is seeking to fast-track discovery of innovative therapies from the lab to the market through university partnerships. The company's Research Acceleration Initiative is accepting proposals coordinated through Pitt's Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships. Successful applicants will receive $400,000 over two years. Areas of interest for CSL include: Immunology Hematology […]
Dan Broderick will review the various sources for early-stage capital and share insights and tips gained from 30+ years of investing and fundraising experience to help the Pitt entrepreneur on their fundraising journey. Where: via Zoom (Please register via the link below to receive Zoom instructions.)
What does it really take to turn an idea into a reality? What factors contribute to the formation of a startup company? How do you get a new medical device onto the market? Two executives, Utkars Jain and Adam Butchy, from the biomed company Heartio are in the process of doing just that. Founded in […]
Clinical research is an important field that can lead to new treatments and therapies for patients. However, taking these ideas from the lab to the market can be a challenging process. In order to translate clinical research to commercialization, it is important to collaborate with experts from various fields, such as business, marketing, and technology. […]
You are invited to join us to celebrate the accomplishments of Pitt innovators who are seeking to improve people's lives through the commercialization of their ideas and discoveries. What: Celebration of Innovation When: April 25, 2023, 5 p.m. Where: Petersen Events Center, Campus View Club Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided. In addition to […]
The goal of this workshop is to assist participants in refining a pitch that effectively articulates the value of their project to prospective stakeholders. This workshop is intended to help your team and you be more competitive in your fundraising endeavors. Mel Pirchesky is a long-time Pittsburgh entrepreneur and is the founder and President of […]
Pitt Ventures First Gear is an NSF I-Corps innovation commercialization training program that helps shape innovations originating from Pitt research into products and services that can be taken to market to make an impact on people’s lives. Through a series of six workshops, the program offers hands-on guidance and mentorship that takes an inventor through […]
Pitt Ventures First Gear is an NSF I-Corps innovation commercialization training program that helps shape innovations originating from Pitt research into products and services that can be taken to market to make an impact on people’s lives. Through a series of six workshops, the program offers hands-on guidance and mentorship that takes an inventor through […]
Calling all researchers! If you have been working on a technology innovation and wish to explore its commercialization potential, I-Corps can provide you with entrepreneurial education, mentoring, and up to $50,000 in funding for customer discovery. Hosted by the newly established NSF I-Corps Hub: Interior Northeast (IN I-Corps), the virtual NSF I-Corps Information Session on […]
Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by the Translational Sciences division at UPMC Enterprises (UPMC TS) as we present an exciting initiative to advance transformative life sciences discoveries at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC. This request-for-proposals (RFP) webinar aims to identify and support innovative projects that have the potential to revolutionize the field […]
The Pitt Ventures NSF I-Corps Regional Short Course is an innovation commercialization training program that helps shape innovations originating from Pitt research into products and services that can be taken to market to make an impact on people’s lives. Through a series of six workshops, the program offers hands-on guidance and mentorship that takes an […]