Abstract: The objective of this seminar is to frame classic asset “de-risking” concepts like proof of concept, feasibility, gap funding in a practical manner for investigators. When de-risking an asset in an academic setting it is key to consider both 1) the sequence of activities is required to “commercialize” the technology and 2) building consensus for the application of a technology amongst potential stakeholders. An example of a real, live imaging agent in the midst of the start-up formation and de-risking process will be provided as a case study.

Speakers:

• Tom Krenning, B.S. Assistant Director of LEAP and Research Innovation Washington University, Skandalaris Center
• Leena Prabhu, Ph.D., M.B.A. Associate Director, Office of Technology Management Washington University in St. Louis
• Kevin M. Bennett, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Radiology Washington University in St. Louis

Moderators:

• Michael L Nickels Ph.D. Director, Cyclotron Facility Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology Washington University School of Medicine
• Buck Rogers, Ph.D. Associate Director, Cancer Biology Division Professor of Radiation Oncology Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

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