We employ a systems approach to foster innovation.
Identify
WashU encourages a culture of innovation among WashU researchers and reviews ideas submitted through an invention disclosure portal.
Evaluate
Experienced business development professionals evaluate ideas based on market considerations, opportunity for commercial partners and the most effective ways to protect innovative ideas.
Connect
WashU takes a holistic approach to understand the needs of each specific technology. We connect inventors with appropriate resources including domain area experts, investors, funding opportunities and local and international resources to help move technologies forward.
Support
WashU invests in multiple avenues to advance technologies including: translational research funding, patent development, access to industry domain experts and strategic support for new ventures.
Communicate
Ideas that start in our research labs have local and global impact to improve patient care, technology, the environment and more.