General FAQs for the Zucker Institute

We understand that you may have questions regarding our available resources and innovation commercialization support. Below are some frequently asked questions to give you the insights you need to get started working with the Zucker Institute.

What resources are available for researchers at Zucker Institute?

 

Researchers at Zucker Institute have access to funding opportunities, mentorship from experienced professionals, collaborative environments, and support for intellectual property management and commercialization, helping transform innovations into practical solutions.

How does the Zucker Institute support the commercialization of innovations?

 

We offer services such as commercial viability assessments, intellectual property support, market research, funding assistance, business planning, mentorship, prototyping resources, regulatory guidance, and post-launch support to accelerate the commercialization of healthcare and life sciences innovations.

What are the opportunities for industry collaboration at Zucker Institute?

We facilitate partnerships between researchers and industry professionals through joint research projects, licensing agreements, and technology transfer initiatives, aiming to accelerate innovation and provide mutual benefits.

How can industry-sponsored research benefit my laboratory?

Industry-sponsored research provides funding, access to industry experts, opportunities for working in commercially relevant areas, publication, expanded learning for students, potential for licensing and commercialization, and relationship building for future research.

Why participate in technology commercialization?

Engaging in technology commercialization allows researchers to make a societal impact, achieve personal fulfillment, gain recognition and financial rewards, secure additional funding, meet research contract obligations, and create educational and job opportunities for students.

ZUCKER INSTITUTE LUNCH & LEARN

Join the Zucker Institute on Thursday, June 4th
for a Lunch & Learn featuring Tyler Tatum
Tyler Tatum is a technology startup strategist and SBIR/STTR funding expert with more than 25 years of experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. In this session, Tyler will provide an overview of the current SBIR/STTR landscape, sharing insights from helping clients secure more than $33 million in funding and drawing from his extensive background in startup growth, product development, and commercialization strategy.

Basic Science Bldg. (BSB), Room 355
(with virtual Teams option)

Thursday, June 4th
12:00 - 1:00 PM

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ZUCKER INSTITUTE
INNOVATION CELEBRATION

Join us for an afternoon celebrating innovation as we honor award recipients, recognize the achievements of the National Academy of Inventors, and present patent plaques to our distinguished inventors.

70 President St., Charleston
Drug Discovery building lobby

Thursday, April 16th
3:00 - 5:00 PM

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ZUCKER INSTITUTE LUNCH & LEARN

Join the Zucker Institute on Wednesday, November 19th,
for a Lunch & Learn featuring Joshua Kim

Joshua Kim is the Co-founder and Design Director of the Medical University of South Carolina’s Human-Centered Design Program and a serial medical entrepreneur. In this session, Joshua will share a case study and introduction to prototyping medical devices, offering insights from real-world innovation and experience.

Clinical Science Bldg., Room 628H
(with virtual Teams option)

Wednesday, Nov. 19th
12:00 - 1:00 PM

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