U-BRIDGE 2008
The first ever event of its kind was used as a forum to recognize those companies that have forged ongoing research relationships with the University of Utah and that are seeking to expand their research and new technology development. Over 30 life science companies from across the country were guests of the University’s Technology Commercialization Office as part of its first UBridge event. Attendees were given a detailed update on novel translational research areas the University is focusing on and the U’s current capabilities in diagnostic imaging, cancer research and personalized medicine. The general comment was one of, “I had no idea the University of Utah was doing so much in our particular industry.” The event quickly showed a return with about 15% of the companies scheduling follow-up visits to further investigate research and licensing collaborations on campus. The one and one half day conference will become an annual event with UBridge 2009 bringing some of the national leaders in digital media and software development.
UBridge is intended to drive new innovations for its corporate members by providing them access to unique resources and initiatives created at the U. Members are selected by the University’s technology and research community for their ability to add value to new and existing research initiatives.
Governor Huntsman at UBridge 2008
OUR GOALS
- Provide education to our existing and new partners about expertise & capabilities.
- Provide unique benefits to participants.
- Create new or expanded business development opportunities.
- Develop deeper & stronger relationships with existing industrial partners. (i.e. licensees & sponsored research partners)
- Create new business relationships.
- Derive increased business results for both parties.
MEMBER BENEFITS
- Access to University technology grant programs.
- Monthly focused technology updates.
- Priority access to the University technologies and licensing opportunities
- Invitations to University technology related events and activities
- Access to internal faculty research database
- Single designated liaison for licensing, research, clinical work and contracts
INVITED MEMBER COMPANIES
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