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Lab Notes

On inventive Californians, technology transfer, how to approach the business press, and other insights into R&D management.
07 Dec 2005
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First find an agent

University tech transfer offices should stop trying to do the impossible, says Biofusion CEO David Baynes.
07 Dec 2005
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Cambridge split over new IP proposals

Cambridge University wants rights to the intellectual property generated by its staff. The idea has divided scientists in a university well known for its high-tech spin-outs.
07 Dec 2005
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Yeast collector looks to culture partnerships

The UK's National Collection of Yeast Cultures is looking for partners to help it to delve into research on using yeast to contribute to cutting edge science such as fingerprint DNA identification or drug delivery systems
07 Dec 2005
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Stem cells – the quick guide

What are stem cells, what could they do - and why are investors wary of putting their money in them? A lay guide to the technology
07 Dec 2005
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Nanotech: what makes investors bite

Investing in technology that's a few years from commercialisation can be tricky. Lori Valigra finds out how some venture capitalists sort the wheat from the chaff.
07 Dec 2005
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