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The life sciences industry, more than other high technology industries, relies heavily on the knowledge developed in leading research universities and insitutions. Similarly, secure intellectual property is a core component to successful biotechnology companies that must compete in highly competitive global economy. This workshop was designed to provide participants with valuable best practices and professional contacts to those directly involved in the technology transfer and commercialization process at their research institution. Attendees included researchers, technology transfer officers, entrepreneurs, and government officials responsible for supporting science and technology-based economic development.
Audio recordings of the workshop sessions is available on the UC San Diego Extension online course website. User name and password required for access. Each session is listed under the "Lessons" link. If you have questions about accessing the audio, please contact Nathan Owens at San Diego Dialogue.
Workshop Agenda
Thursday, May 17th
Location: UCSD Faculty Club, Lounge Room [ map ]
9:00 - 11:00 AM Orientation Session
Introductions and general overview of the workshop
The role of technology transfer and IP in the commercialization process
Art Ellis, Ph.D., UCSD Vice Chancellor for Research [ presentation ]
Simon Goldbard, Ph.D., "Alignment of Business and IP Strategies"
[ presentation ]
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM The Technology Transfer Operation
Policies and process ("nuts and bolts" of tech transfer)
Staffing and training (qualifications, organization, and professional development of tech transfer officers)
Panelists:
- Jane Moores, Ph.D., Interim Director, UCSD TechTIPS
- Margaret Dunbar, J.D., Director, Intellectual Property Management, Burnham Institute for Medical Research
- Jennifer Dyer, Director, Technology Development, The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) [ bio ]
- Michael White, Ph.D., Senior Licensing Officer, Salk Institute for Biological Studies [ bio ]
1:00 - 2:30 PM Lunch
Greg Naeve, Ph.D., Entrepreneur-in-Residence, CONNECT [ bio ] [ presentation ]
3:00 - 4:30 PM Technology Transfer from the Inventor's Perspective
The incentives and process for commercialization for faculty and students
Panelists to include faculty members, students, and researchers who have commercialized university/research institution technology
- Edward A. Dennis, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, UCSD; Founder, AnalgesiX
- Steven C. Gerken, Ph.D., MBA, Founder, President & CEO, Avitacor
- Rosibel Ochoa, Ph.D., Commercialization Director, The William J. von Liebig Center, UCSD [ bio ]
5:30 - 7:00 PM Reception
Off-site reception hosted by Morrison & Foerster LLP at their San Diego office
With more than 70 attorneys, Morrison & Forester's San Diego office provides expertise in corporate finance, M&A, licensing and collaborations, patent strategy and prosecution, intellectual property, securities and commercial litigation, white collar defense and labor and employment.
The firm has 11 patent attorneys or agents, nine of which have a Ph.D.
Friday, May 18th
Location: UCSD Extension, Building Z, Room 101 [ map ]
9:00 - 11:00 AM IP Strategies
The role of IP in life science business strategies
Panelists include:
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Site Visit
Visit to The Scripps Research Institute to learn more about their licensing arrangements with private sector firms such as Novartis and Pfizer.
Return to UCSD Extension
1:00 - 2:30 PM Lunch
Keynote speaker: Paul Kedrosky, Executive Director, The William J. von Liebig Center, UCSD [ bio ]
3:00 - 5:00 PM Workshop Debrief & Wrap Up
Discussion about items such as:
- What items from the workshop may apply to the Mexican context?
- What platforms and infrastructure are needed to support technology transfer and IP?
- "Talent Scouts" and their role in this initiative
5:30 - 7:30 PM Workshop Closing Dinner
Panelist Contact Information [ pdf ]
Workshop Participant List [ pdf ]
Related Information on Technology Transfer
Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) - The leading association of technology transfer professionals. Provides networking through its Annual Meeting, education and training courses, and professional surveys.
Licensing Executives Society (LES)- International - The umbrella organization for 31 national and regional socienties dedicated to linking professionals engaged in the transferring and licensing of intellectual property.
Kauffman Foundation report on accelerating technology transfer [ pdf ]
Patent Baristas - A blog about intellectual property issues, particularly in the bio/pharma industry.
Technology Transfer Tactics - A monthly online newsletter devoted to best practices in technology transfer.
Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation ( WARF) - Founded in 1925, WARF serves as the technology transfer entity for the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Background Information on San Diego's Life Sciences Industry
America's Biotech and Life Sciences Clusters: San Diego's Position and Economic Contributions
The Milken Institute, June 2004
BIOCOM, San Diego's life sciences industry trade association
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine - San Diego Presentation to the Independent Citizens Oversight Committee (ICOC) [ pdf 1.43MB ], May 6, 2005
Clusters of Innovation Initiative: San Diego [ pdf 195.5KB ], 2001
Michael Porter cluster analysis of San Diego, sponsored by the Council on Competitiveness
CONNECT-dex [ pdf 1.2MB ], April 2007
The first comprehensive measure of high technology company creation in San Diego County. Conducted by CONNECT.
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