This fall, the Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization (CTTC) is launching a new Lunch and Learn series designed to help faculty translate their research discoveries into meaningful real-world applications. Through this series, researchers will gain valuable insights into innovation, intellectual property, commercialization pathways, and the startup landscape—all while balancing their academic careers. See below upcoming events in the series.
Can Patents Block My Research? Navigating Innovation and Intellectual Property
- Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
- Location: Vanderbilt University Alumni Hall Memorial Room (2205 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37240)
- Speaker: Alan Bentley, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property Development
Join us for an engaging discussion led by Alan Bentley, who will discuss how to navigate the intellectual property landscape while advancing innovation in your field. Learn more and register here.
Making an Impact While Keeping Your Day Job: How to Commercialize Research While Staying True to Academic Values and Career Goals
Planned for November 2025. More details to come.
The Honest Truth about Starting a Company: Challenges and Insights from the World of Startups
Planned for January 2026. More details to come.
IP 101: What Every Researcher Should Know about Intellectual Property and How to Protect It
Planned for March 2026. More details to come.