Webinar:  Bayh-Dole-Essential in 1980 to Spark Global Biotechnology; in 2024 to Save the World

This webinar will provide an overview on essential elements of the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980 and related legislation that revolutionized technology transfer through licensing of government owned patent rights and other intellectual property. We will review the essential role of  Bayh-Dole to kick-start the nascent global biotechnology revolution and why Bayh-Dole technology transfer remains critical to meet the challenges of the 21^st Century.

Learning Outcomes:

• Increased awareness of the out-sized impact of the Bayh-Dole Act and related legislation on the assimilation of biopharma and other innovative technologies for creation of social and economic benefit in the US and around the world.
• Current challenges to the Bayh-Dole framework that threaten the continuing technology prowess of the United States, just when we need it the most to tackle pressing environmental, public health and other global challenges.

Speakers:
Susan Finston, President, Finston Consulting
Booma Yandava, LES Life Sciences Sector Webinar Chair

Members: Free
Non-Members: $69