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AI-powered cooling startup aims to boost data center efficiency
"The short course was eye-opening. In academic research, our technology was praised, but in I-Corps, industry professionals said it was too complex and slow. That’s when I realized research-grade tech doesn’t easily transfer to industry—businesses lack the time and expertise to adapt it. That insight was invaluable.”
Wangda Zuo, Ph.D.
Professor, College of Engineering; Associate Director for Research, Global Building Network
Translate your research into real-world impact. Whether you’re filing your first disclosure or ready to launch a startup, we’ll help you protect, fund, and scale your innovation.
Protect Your Innovation
Work one-on-one with the Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) to assess patent eligibility, file intellectual property disclosures, and protect your breakthrough work.
Develop a Commercialization Strategy
Explore options with expert guidance—whether it’s licensing technology to industry or launching your own spinout. We'll help you explore pathways aligned with your goals.
Access Startup & Funding Resources
Tap into a robust network of programs designed to move your innovation forward. Whether you're exploring commercialization or launching a startup, we connect you to expert support, early funding opportunities, and statewide resources to help accelerate your progress.
Expand Your Network & Gain Mentorship
Connect with fellow innovators, industry leaders, and investors through conferences, seminars, and curated networking opportunities—tailored to engage faculty and students.
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Protect Your Innovation
Work one-on-one with the Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) to assess patent eligibility, file intellectual property disclosures, and protect your breakthrough work.
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Develop a Commercialization Strategy
Explore options with expert guidance—whether it’s licensing technology to industry or launching your own spinout. We'll help you explore pathways aligned with your goals.
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Access Startup & Funding Resources
Tap into a robust network of programs designed to move your innovation forward. Whether you're exploring commercialization or launching a startup, we connect you to expert support, early funding opportunities, and statewide resources to help accelerate your progress.
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Expand Your Network & Gain Mentorship
Connect with fellow innovators, industry leaders, and investors through conferences, seminars, and curated networking opportunities—tailored to engage faculty and students.
Featured Resources
Discover the many opportunities to help you turn your expertise, idea, or innovation into a profitable business.
Office of Technology Transfer
University ParkThe Office of Technology Transfer connects researchers and inventors with entrepreneurs and industry to scale groundbreaking technologies benefiting people and communities around the globe
The Office of Technology Transfer connects researchers and inventors with entrepreneurs and industry to scale…
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National Science Foundation I-Corps
University ParkThe NSF I-Corps program uses experiential education to help researchers gain valuable insight into entrepreneurship, starting a business or industry requirements and challenges
The NSF I-Corps program uses experiential education to help researchers gain valuable insight into entrepreneurship,…
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TechCelerator @ State College
State CollegeThis virtual accelerator is designed for early-stage founders with promising business ideas that use technology to improve the lives of aging adults
This virtual accelerator is designed for early-stage founders with promising business ideas that use technology…
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Why Innovate with Invent Penn State?
Invent Penn State helps turn research, ideas, and creative problem-solving into real-world impact. Whether you're exploring commercialization, launching a startup, or licensing technology, we offer the resources, connections, and support to help you move forward.
With innovation spaces across the Commonwealth, access to early-stage funding, and a collaborative network of experts, we make it easier for Penn Staters to protect their work, test its potential, and bring it to market.
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