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Columbia Technology Ventures Innovation-to-Impact Series: IP 101 for Academic Entrepreneurs

May 6, 2026 @ 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET

Columbia Business School, David Geffen Hall, 645 W 130th Street, New York, NY
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Colin Buss, Jas Lee, and Gabe McCool will present a session titled “IP 101 for Academic Entrepreneurs” as part of the Columbia Technology Ventures (CTV) Innovation-to-Impact series. This session offers a practical, start-up-focused introduction to intellectual property for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students interested in translating university research into new ventures. In this session, you will:
  • Learn the fundamentals of IP—patents, copyrights, trademarks, and more
  • Explore IP strategy in an AI-driven world
  • Understand ownership in a university setting—who owns what and how to work effectively with CTV
  • Gain insight into how investors and industry partners evaluate IP strategies
  • Evaluate key considerations in common challenges—when to publish vs. patent, avoiding disclosure pitfalls, and early freedom-to-operate
  • See real-world examples of start-up IP strategies and how different approaches can impact development and commercialization
  • Walk away with practical frameworks to help you make informed IP decisions

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Date:
May 6, 2026
Time:
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM ET
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