These are challenging times for university sponsored research and technology transfer programs. Limitations on traditional sources of government funding require institutions to pursue research funding from private companies and foundations, with all the legal issues and difficult negotiations such arrangements can entail. Important changes in the law (the America Invents Act, Stanford v. Roche; Myriad Genetics, to name only a few) require institutions to re-examine their intellectual property policies and technology transfer practices, while at the same time facing increasing demands to facilitate the commercialization of university research. Meanwhile, new federal regulations, enforcement actions and audits continue in areas such as conflict of interest, research misconduct and use of federal grant funds.

This program, the essential legal update for college and university counsel and administrators with responsibility for sponsored research and technology transfer at their institutions, will cover over 25 topics and examine these important new challenges.

The program features experienced counsel, administrators and higher education professionals in sponsored research, technology transfer and compliance. Please join your colleagues in Washington, DC for this unique opportunity for professional education, networking and discussion. Register today!