Technology Transfer: Maximizing the Benefits of Federal Research
Abstract
The U.S. government invests approximately $135B in public funds each year to advance science and technology (S and T) that improves security, creates jobs and higher standards of living, and unlocks new discoveries that will serve as the foundation for future innovations. Despite an abundant array of success stories, more can be done to reap the benefits of this investment. Research performed within a federal agency all too often stays within that agency. The knowledge gained and intellectual property(IP) developed are often brought to bear on that agencys mission, but less emphasis is given to how they could be leveraged by other agencies or the private sector. The incoming Trump administration has the opportunity to achieve a greater return on the taxpayers investment by creating an environment in which federal research managers are expected to maximize technology transfer opportunities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 30, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1108005
Entities
Organizations
- MITRE Corporation