Obama Administration Seeking Input On Commercialization of University Research
The Office of Science and Technology Policy and the National Economic Council have issued a request for information (RFI) on how best to encourage the commercialization of university research and on whether proof of concept centers are an effective tool in early-stage commercialization. The RFI asks for models, strategies and metrics that can help universities contribute to economic development. Responses are due by April 26. The request for information is available at:http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-03-25/pdf/2010-6606.pdf