The Vanderbilt Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization (CTTC) facilitates the commercialization of Vanderbilt faculty and researcher discoveries to create real-world impact. The CTTC evaluates breakthroughs for commercial potential, protects intellectual property, connects faculty with industry partners, entrepreneurs, and investors, and supports the launch of ventures to drive global societal benefits.
Key Services:
- Technology Licensing: Partners with industry to transform Vanderbilt technologies into marketable products.
- Startup Launch and Support: Assists in forming startups, providing resources for growth, capital, talent, and space.
- Industry and Business Engagement: Connects industry partners with Vanderbilt's research expertise.
- IP Management: Implements strategies to protect and position innovations for commercialization.
- Research Support and Compliance: Manages research agreement IP terms, FDA/IRB interactions, conflict of interest (COI), and material transfer agreements (MTAs).
Featured Programs:
- Innovation Catalyst Translational Research Fund: Provides resources to de-risk early-stage technologies for market readiness.
- Innovation Ambassadors: Faculty mentors offering peer-level commercialization advice.
- Entrepreneurs Club: A networking forum for faculty entrepreneurs to share experiences.
- Entrepreneurs-in-Residence: Experienced entrepreneurs providing expert guidance to faculty-led startups.
For more details, contact the CTTC at cttc.co/contact-us.