Oregon university spinoffs

While the term "technology transfer" doesn’t exactly evoke images of celebrations and merriment, it’s nonetheless an exciting time for a field that, in Oregon, is growing.

Oregon Health & Science University will nearly double the number of staffers in its technology transfer office, from 14 to 27. Oregon State UniversitybizWatch is adding staffers in its office as well. And state leaders continue to provide cash, as opposed to lip service, to programs that encourage universities to commercial research.

by Andy Giegerich

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