Concept Form Submission Web Page / Image: Texas A&M Innovation

If you are not sure whether your discovery is ready for a full invention disclosure, connect with us through our new concept form and a member of our team will be in touch with you soon to review and discuss. Should your concept appear to have commercial promise, completion of a full disclosure form will be necessary for comprehensive assessment of the discovery and determination of next steps. Our team is ready to help you at each point in the process. Submit your concept here.

Participants during the 2024 Patent & Chancellor's Innovation Awards / Image: Texas A&M Innovation

The recent Patent & Chancellor’s Innovation Awards hosted by Texas A&M Innovation showcased the System's commitment to groundbreaking research. Chancellor John Sharp's remarks emphasized the importance of translating discoveries into tangible solutions that meet the needs of our world. Recognizing 64 inventors across The Texas A&M University System, including notable recipients from Texas A&M University, Prairie View A&M University, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and Texas A&M University-Commerce, the event highlighted the diversity of innovative pursuits within the System. Dr. Gerard L. Coté's receipt of the 2024 Chancellor’s Innovation Award underscored the groundbreaking research that exemplifies the spirit of innovation within the A&M System.  As Texas A&M Innovation continues to foster innovation and guide projects towards commercialization, its efforts promise to help A&M achieve its goals of translating research into practical solutions that make a lasting impact. Click to view the recipients.

Dr. Gerard Coté pictured in a research laboratory. / Image: Texas A&M University

In health technologies and translational research, Dr. Gerard Coté's work in developing solutions for monitoring and improving health outcomes has earned him widespread acclaim and positioned him as a leader in advancing health and wellness on a global scale. Dr. Coté was recently honored as the recipient of the 2024 Chancellor's Innovation Award, underscoring his exceptional contributions to the field and his dedication to making a meaningful impact on society. Dr. Coté is a professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University and an expert... Read more. 

Panelists during Q&A at the InnovationU. (l-r: Pete ONeill, Madi Heck, John Hanks / Image: Texas A&M Innovation

We recently hosted the founders of SageSpectra, a medical device company with technology licensed from Texas A&M, to talk about their commercialization journey. Panelists presented information on their innovative Peripheral Arterial Disease screening device, gave insights into how they formed their team and developed a business strategy, and discussed how they navigate the challenges they encounter as a startup working to deliver a product. This session offered an inside view into SageSpectra's entrepreneurial journey as they work to transform the lives of millions of patients. Click to watch the recording.

10th Annual Texas A&M New Ventures Competition

Join the audience at the 10th annual Texas A&M New Ventures Competition (TNVC) on May 21- 22 at the Hilton College Station & Conference Center. This exciting event showcases the most promising science- and engineering-based startups in Texas. With over $3.4 million in prizes awarded to date and previous semi-finalists raising more than $570 million, TNVC provides resources and experience to help top Texas startups grow their business. The public is invited to watch our keynote speaker, participate with our entrepreneurial panel in a Q&A, vote for best elevator pitch in real time, and attend the awards reception to see who takes home the grand prize. Register now to be part of this unique event!

In Person Registration:

Secure your spot by registering here. Please select General Audience ticket type. After registering you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the event portal, with specific venue details, agenda, program, and other information.

Virtual Registration:

Can’t make it in person? Join us virtually! Click here to register and please select Virtual Admission. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the event portal, with virtual participation links, agenda, program, and other information.

Mark your calendar for May 21-22, 2024, and don’t miss out!

Participants attending the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Workshop /  Image: Texas A&M Innovation

Snakes pictured during the Serpentarium visit at Texas A&M University-Kingsville / Image: Texas A&M Innovation

In April we presented to member institutions Texas A&M University, Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Our office enjoyed engaging with faculty and researchers and providing education on different forms of intellectual property, licensing, inventorship, and the benefits of commercialization. The site visits also included one-on-one meetings with faculty, students, and center directors. Texas A&M University-Kingsville provided a tour of their National Natural Toxins Research Center and Serpentarium, which houses the largest collection of venomous snakes for research purposes in the United States. Thank you for hosting us! Email our team to request a workshop.

Participants attending the 2024 Patent & Chancellor's Innovation Awards / Image: Texas A&M Innovation

Annual event sponsorship packages are now available. With packages tailored to suit diverse objectives and budgets, our sponsorship program provides an opportunity for organizations to elevate their brand presence, engage with our audiences, and drive meaningful impact by supporting innovation at Texas A&M. Packages include pre-event engagement, on-site recognition, post-event continuity, and ongoing engagement. Contact our office to learn more.

The Hill Prizes logo / Image: The Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science & Technology

The Texas Academy of Medicine, Engineering, Science & Technology is accepting applications for The Hill Prizes. The award's objectives are to propel high-risk, high-reward ideas and innovations that demonstrate significant potential for real-world impact and can lead to new, paradigm-shifting paths in research. Each recipient's organization will receive $500,000 in funding from Lyda Hill Philanthropies. Applications close May 31, 2024. Visit The Hill Prizes to learn more and apply.

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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