Transcript Technology Commercialization in the University Setting Michael D

Technology Commercialization in the University Setting
Michael D. Kane, PhD
(1) Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
(2) University Faculty Scholar
(3) Chair of Graduate Education
Department of Computer and Information Technology
(4) Lead Genomic Scientist
Bindley Bioscience Center at Discovery Park
Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana, USA
bioinformatics.tech.purdue.edu
Process Overview
Business Needs
& Opportunities
Scientific
Exploration
Prototype
Development
Patent
Application
Prototype
Assessment
Tech Transfer &
Licensing
Research
Seed-Stage Company
Process & Work
Flow Optimization
Business Plan
Management Team
Marketing & Sales Growth
Manufacturing & Production
Co-inventorship & Co-founding Companies
2002: Nucleico
Based on a molecular biology method developed in a corporate biotechnology lab, then
spun-out to form a separate company. Investment & capital from another biotech firm,
IP licensing fees paid to the originating company. Dissolved in 2005 due to competition
with drop in cost for DNA sequencing.
2006: Broadband Antenna Tracking Systems (BATS)
Based on a method for auto-aiming directional antennas to lower the risk of injury to
technicians on communication towers. Optimized to auto-aim and maintain wireless
network links with distant, moving vehicles and vessels. Over $3 million in sales in 2010.
Founding technology developed and licensed from Purdue University
2008: Genomic Guidance
Based on a method for electronically managing clinical genotyping (DNA testing)
records in support of healthcare (software and data management). Exploring a second
business component involving DNA testing (hardware). Founding technology developed
and licensed from Purdue University.
Broadband
Antenna
Tracking
Systems, Inc.
www.batswireless.com
•Broadband
•Antenna
•Tracking
•Systems,
Inc.
Company website - www.batswireless.com
Vision of Defense Company enabled through 2nd BATS
AutoforLocate
and LinkSuccessful
Loss Recovery
product
Harris Corporation.
demo conducted
with Ecuador Navy. U.S. Navy demo is scheduled.
CHALLENGE: SHIP-TO-SHIP, SHIP-TO-SHORE, SHIP-TO-AIR
BATS System combines hardware and embedded software to enable an auto-aiming antenna system
(1) Signal strength and network
performance variables are
monitored by the system.
(2) Algorithms utilize these
variables, as well as GPS, gyrosensors, and accelerometers to
determine the optimal antenna
position.
(3) Motors control the azimuth and
elevation of the antenna
Over 300+ units installed worldwide.
Major business sectors include
marine oil and gas exploration,
command & control, and
emergency responders.
Emergency Response/Homeland Security Market
GAINING MOMENTUM IN HUGE MARKET WITH DIRE NEED.
BEGINNING DIALOGUE WITH FCC AND FEMA
Emergency Response
G20 Summit
Canada 2010
Louisiana
Emergency
Responders
Oil & Gas
FIRST EVER SHIP-TO-SHIP
ADHOC MESH NETWORK
(MOVING SHIPS AT GREAT
DISTANCES). ENABLED LEADING
SEISMIC SURVEY COMPANY TO
CONDUCT NEW REVOLUTIONARY
METHOD FOR COLLECTING
SEISMIC DATA.
Standby
3 BATS
SYSTEMS PER
VESSEL
Military: Lockheed Martin Products
RAPID DEPLOYMENT OF
GIGABIT SPEED WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS
REQUIRES AIMING .4 DEGREE
BEAM (E.G. 10 FT. TARGET AT
1.5 MILES)
Representative BATS Customers and Partners
Some Notable Customers
Extending Broadband
for Mission Critical Communications