Texas A&M University’s Advancing Discovery to Market (ADM) program provides funding to researchers aiming to commercialize their discoveries. Launched in 2023, the program has emerged as a critical resource for supporting development of early-stage innovations toward market-ready products. One way Texas A&M Innovation supports the full potential of scientific discoveries at A&M is by providing critical guidance and coaching to researchers interested in applying for this funding.

Understanding the market, forming a clear commercialization strategy, and effectively communicating an innovation’s potential impact are key components of a successful ADM proposal. Some ADM awardees found that partnering with Texas A&M Innovation for coaching and strategic support made a significant difference in the outcome of their proposal.

Among the recent ADM awardees is Waltram Ravelombola, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Soil & Crop Sciences at Texas A&M University whose project is advancing a new short-season black-eyed pea variety to market. Securing an ADM grant was vital in developing the variety to a point of readiness for potential licensing partners. Read more.

Jeff Tomberlin, Ph.D. is an entomology professor at Texas A&M University. His work to mitigate the harmful effects of organic waste accumulation while simultaneously producing valuable resources such as fertilizer and animal feed by harnessing the natural processes of black soldier flies is leading to sustainable waste management solutions. Read more. 

JoMar Seeds, Inc. has partnered with The Texas A&M University System to exclusively license two new wheat varieties for commercialization. One is a hard red winter wheat (Triticum aestivum) identified as ‘7322’ and tested under the experimental number TX14V70214. Read more.

Over 125 attendees gathered in person and via webinar for our February 6 seminar on starting a company. Our panel of experts, including an experienced entrepreneur, an investor, and a business attorney, shared their perspectives on launching a company with a focus on companies based on academic research. In case you missed it, a recording is provided at this link. 

Join us for an evening of networking at The Gardens at Texas A&M University on March 7th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, as we explore the forefront of cyber-physical systems innovation with HPTechAi, a leader in this transformative technology field. This event is the perfect platform for professionals, enthusiasts, and visionaries interested in the future of technology integration. Register.

Annual sponsorship packages for our events are now available. Tailored to suit diverse objectives and budgets, our packages offer opportunities for companies to elevate their brand presence, engage with our audiences, and drive meaningful impact. Packages include pre-event engagement, on-site recognition, post-event continuity, and ongoing engagement. Contact our office to learn more.

A company based on Texas A&M technology has been nominated as one of the 50 hottest companies in the bioeconomy by The Digest. BioVeritas upcycles excess biomass, like broken pasta, into clean-label ingredients for the food preservation, animal & human nutrition, and industrial materials markets. BioVeritas’ process fully recycles most of its streams minimizing waste. Follow this link to vote. Voting ends on February 23. 

Texas A&M New Ventures Competition (TNVC) Applications Close February 29, 2024 

If you are a start-up or entrepreneurial support organization, please consider applying! Learn more at texasnvc.org, or join the mailing list for news on all things TNVC!

Texas A&M Innovation is focused on harvesting new innovations, protecting intellectual property, and facilitating the commercialization process to move Texas A&M University System technologies from the lab to the marketplace. For more information on about how we can partner with you as a university researcher or industry collaborator, please contact us.

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