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From the Lab to the World
George Washington University faculty and students are pioneers in their respective fields who have innovated everything from new medical devices and next-generation computing hardware to satellite propulsion systems. GW’s Technology Commercialization Office helps our experts move their inventions and ideas from the lab or classroom to the marketplace by supporting them throughout the commercialization journey. We also help companies and entrepreneurs find and access the GW technologies they need to grow their business and be successful. In this way, GW research can have an even greater impact on the world.
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Let us help you protect your intellectual property and move your invention or idea from the lab or classroom to the marketplace to enhance its impact on the world.
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Are you a company or entrepreneur looking for cutting-edge inventions and technologies that are ready for the marketplace? Browse available GW technologies and subscribe in your interest area here.
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Whatever your interest in technology commercialization, we invite you to connect with us, sign up for one of our newsletters, and network with other entrepreneurs and inventors.
News & Announcements
From Synapse to Silicon: Latest edition of GW's Research Magazine
September 23, 2023
The latest edition of George Washington University's research magazine, "From Synapse to Silicon", was released highlighting groundbreaking GW Inventions.
GW Startups pitch at the 55th CONNECTpreneur Forum
September 22, 2023
The September 21st Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum: A platform for intensive networking, innovation, and entrepreneur spotlight co-sponsored by GW OIE & TCO.
2023 Pismo Ventures Life Science Startup Symposium
June 15, 2023
In collaboration with the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SoPE) and GW TCO, Pismo Ventures brought together 155 startups to participate in the event.
Pismo Ventures Startup Symposium Panel Discussion
June 14, 2023
Pismo Ventures hosted a panel discussion, "Funding Startups from Seed to Series A and Beyond", moderated by TCO Executive Director, Brian Coblitz.
GW Inventor of the Year: Prof. Michael Keidar
May 15, 2023
GW's faculty award, Inventor of the Year, goes to Professor. Michael Keidar, recognizing his outstanding impact on society through transferring technology.
GW Chapter of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI)
April 27, 2023
The George Washington University (GW) Chapter of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) was launched on the 26th of April 2023.
Advancements in Solid Tumor Therapy: GW Licensee Initiates Phase 1 Clinical Trial
April 25, 2023
Parthenon Therapeutics initiated Phase 1 Clinical Trial for PRTH-101 and announced the first patient dosed.
Connectpreneur Inspires: Showcases Innovations
April 25, 2023
Connectpreneur event, co-sponsored by the GW Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIE) and the Technology Commercialization Office (TCO).
Entrepreneur Bootcamp (by Wilson Sonsini and GW TCO)
February 16, 2023
In partnership with GW TCO, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (Wilson Sonsini) presented an Entrepreneur Bootcamp at GW on Feb 16, 2023.
Apply to the SBIR Matching Fund
October 27, 2022
TCO invites startups looking to develop innovations licensed from GW to submit an application to the SBIR Matching Fund. TCO will provide awards up to $100K.
Top Finish For GW Startup
October 26, 2022
Nanochon LLC, a GW-licensed startup led by alumnus Ben Holmes, placed third at the Pismo Ventures’ National Life Science Startup Symposium.
GW Inventors: Call for Proposals!
October 26, 2022
TCO is now accepting applications for its Technology Maturation Awards, which seek to boost projects with promising commercial potential.
