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Commercialization Roadmap

Steven Holdcroft, ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Electrochemical Materials.

TLO plays a central role at ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV in bringing ideas from the lab to the market in order to maximize the social and economic impact.

Although it may seem straightforward, there are many steps involved in converting a concept into a product. Unlocking the full potential of this innovation requires expertise in both science and business to bridge the gap between researchers, industry and investors.

A. Invention Disclosure

  • Creator discloses their invention to TLO

B. IP Protection

  • Creator works with TLO to create IP strategy
  • TLO conducts prior art search
  • Creator works with TLO and external legal to file IP

C. Market Assessment

  • Conduct market assessment
  • Identifying partners and potential licensees

D. Further Development

  • De-risk technology by prototyping, testing, and piloting
  • Business activities support to carry technology forward
  • Shape innovation strategy through educational curriculum ()

E. Commercialization

  • Negotiation and closing deals with businesses to license/sell technology
  • Partnering with industry to co-commercialize and develop technology further