Join the Technology Licensing Office, on Tuesday, Feb. 18 from 5-7 p.m., for an evening of discussions about research collaboration and critical minerals innovation. An expert panel will share the latest developments and explore opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.
Register here.
Expert speakers:
- Jakob Jensen, associate vice president for research
- Michael Free, professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering
- Saskia Duyvesteyn, chief advisor of R&D, Rio Tinto Copper Product Group
The U.S. Department of Energy recently awarded Michael Free, along with geology professor Lauren Birgenheier, one of six regional Carbon Ore, Rare Earth and -Critical Minerals (CORE-CM) projects to help address critical material needs.
Discussion topics:
- Critical minerals ecosystem
- Academic and industrial research partnerships
- Research collaboration entry points
- Private sector engagement strategies
Hosted By: University of Utah Technology Licensing Office
The event is Feb. 18, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. at Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House
Drinks and light appetizers will be served. Must be 21 years of age to attend.
Register now to secure your spot. Contact Caralynn Orbell at caralynn.orbell@utah.edu.
Upcoming Tech Tuesday schedule:
- Feb. 18 – Critical Minerals
- April 22 – Medical Devices
- July 15 – Therapeutics
- Sept. 6 – Machine Learning/SaaS
- Nov. 18 – Diagnostics