WORLDiscoveries Springs into Action: March Edition

Welcome to the fourth edition of the WORLDiscoveries newsletter! As the season changes and the world begins to bloom, we're reminded of the power of renewal and growth. This spring, let's embrace the spirit of innovation and discovery that drives us forward. We're excited to share our community's latest advancements, achievements, and updates in this edition.

Technology Showcase

This season, we're highlighting a breakthrough in sustainable energy solutions. Our team has developed groundbreaking solar panel technology that promises to increase energy efficiency while significantly reducing manufacturing costs. This innovation represents a leap forward in green technology and aligns with our commitment to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices.

Tristian Harrison, 2024 AUTM Howard Bremer Scholar Winner

We are thrilled to spotlight Tristan Harrison, PhD. , the 2024 recipient of the prestigious AUTM Howard Bremer Scholarship. We are proud of Tristan Harrison's achievements and meaningful contributions to the tech transfer field, embodying the spirit of innovation and commitment that the Howard Bremer Scholarship seeks to nurture.

Programming Update

As we move into the spring season, we're excited to provide an update on our programs and events designed to foster collaboration and innovation within our community. Our programs feature experts from various industries discussing the latest trends in technology transfer, intellectual property, and commercialization strategies.

Graduate Students Innovation Scholars Program Update

This past February, our Graduate Students Innovation Scholars program witnessed a series of invigorating sessions designed to enhance their prowess in commercialization and intellectual property.

Colin Macaulay , Business Development Manager at WORLDiscoveries , delivered a "Technology Commercialization" session mapping the crucial pathways from creative concept to marketplace triumph. Our scholars then explored the foundational pillars of intellectual property with Tyler Lougheed , Patent and Market Analyst at WORLDiscoveries.

Culminating the month's learning was a session on "Investor Due Diligence" by Eric Morse Executive Director of the 加拿大西安大略大学 's Morrissette Entrepreneurship . This session honed our scholars' abilities to align with investor expectations, an integral element of successful venture development.

Anticipate the upcoming sessions, which promise to further this mission and fortify our scholars' competitive edge in the dynamic technology transfer and commercialization arena.

IP Strategy Boot Camp Program Update: Colleges Edition - February Highlights

This February, our IP Strategy Boot Camp has been an intensive journey designed to deepen the understanding of intellectual property (IP) rights among budding professionals. We delved into the pivotal role of IP in the data-driven economy, led by esteemed associate professor Bassem Awad from Western Law at 加拿大西安大略大学 . His session laid the foundation with an introduction to the program and insights into IP valuation.

The following week, Ryan T. Evans and Patrick Roszell from Smart & Biggar enlightened us on the intricacies of patents, utility models, and industrial designs. Their expertise clarified the legal requirements for patentability and the importance of patent search engines in prior art exploration.

Meika E. continued the series by taking a deep dive into trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. She explored everything from registration processes to the sensitive issues surrounding Indigenous rights and misappropriation.

In our fourth session, Jonathan Martin from Gilbert's LLP provided strategic guidance on developing an effective IP strategy, a crucial component for anyone navigating the IP landscape.

Stay connected for more updates on our upcoming programs that promise to build on this momentum and continue fostering expertise in intellectual property.

Proteus Innovation Competition

Join us on March 27th from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm for the Proteus Innovation Competition 's grand finale. In this virtual showdown, finalists from 加拿大西安大略大学 , University of Windsor , 加拿大滑铁卢大学 , and Wilfrid Laurier University battle it out. After four months of intense preparation, these bright minds will pitch their groundbreaking technologies, each vying to win a cash prize of up to $5,000.

The 5 technologies featured are:

1. Water-Tight Composite Membranes
2. Beyond Silence: App-Based Peer Support for Healthcare Workers
3. Bacteria-Responsive Drug Release Platform for Food Packaging
4. A Wearable Multi-sensor Patch for Breathing Pattern Recognition
5. Virtual Reality - Mental Health Crisis Response Training

Attending would be an excellent opportunity to learn more about these innovations, how they may be implemented in your industry and witness an inspiring collaboration across business, science and technology sectors.

Click here to register or visit our website for more information!

This event is sponsored by Faculty of Engineering at Western University , Western University Science , Bereskin & Parr LLP , and Gowling WLG .

As we look forward to the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, we're inspired by our community's passion and creativity. This spring, let's continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, driven by our shared vision of a better, more sustainable future. Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to WORLDiscoveries. Here's to a season of growth, innovation, and success!