Curious about how your research can make a difference beyond the lab or classroom?

This session introduces students to the exciting world of research commercialization and innovation.

As part of Research Week 2025, RIO, and Dr. Carlos Bazan invite you to attend our upcoming session: Innovation 101: Turning Research into Real-World Impact

This session introduces students to the exciting world of research commercialization and innovation. Whether you’re working on a thesis, a group project, or a lab-based study, you’ll learn how your ideas can evolve into products, services, or startups that solve real-world problems. We’ll cover:

• What commercialization means and why it matters
• Pathways to innovation: licensing, startups, and social ventures
• How the RIO can support you
• Real examples of student-led innovations and spinouts
• Key steps: identifying value, protecting IP, and finding collaborators

📅 Thursday, November 27th
⌚ 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 DH 2002, Gushue Hall

This event is hybrid with in-person and online connection options, RSVP below: