Innovation

From Lab to Market: Transforming Science into Impact

Innovation is the bridge between discovery and societal impact. Through strategic partnerships, technology transfer, and entrepreneurial initiatives, I aim to translate cutting-edge research into practical solutions for healthcare, energy, and sustainability.


Technology Transfer & Industry Collaboration

Bringing research breakthroughs to the market:

  • Patents & Licensing:
    • “Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Cancer Therapy” – A patented platform for targeted drug delivery and hyperthermia treatment.
    • “AI-Optimized Solar Materials” – Licensed to a Brazilian startup for clean energy applications.
  • Industry Partnerships:
    • Collaborate with companies like Petrobras and EMBRARAD to develop advanced materials for energy storage and environmental remediation.
    • Advise MedNanoTech, a startup specializing in magnetic nanoparticles for medical diagnostics.

Highlight:
🤝 “Materials for a Sustainable Future” – A joint initiative with industry partners to commercialize zero-carbon energy technologies (2023–present).


Startups & Spin-Offs

Supporting the next generation of science-driven entrepreneurs:

  • NanoHealth Solutions: Co-founded a startup developing biocompatible nanoparticles for cancer diagnostics and therapy.
  • GreenMat Technologies: Advise a UEM spin-off focused on AI-driven materials for renewable energy systems.
  • Innovation Hub Mentor: Provide technical and business guidance to startups at UEM’s Technology Innovation Center.

Success Story:
🚀 “From Lab to Market” – A case study on how UEM research on magnetic nanoparticles led to a successful startup. Read More


Innovation Ecosystem Development

Building networks to foster creativity and collaboration:

  • UEM Innovation Hub: Serve as a mentor and advisor, connecting researchers with industry partners and investors.
  • Startup Competitions: Judge and mentor at events like Brazil’s National Innovation Challenge and Techstars Startup Week.
  • Workshops & Bootcamps: Train students and researchers in entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and business planning.

Featured Initiative:
💡 “Innovation in Materials Science” – An annual bootcamp for early-career researchers to pitch their ideas to investors.


Research Commercialization

Turning scientific discoveries into market-ready products:

  • AI-Driven Materials Discovery: Partner with tech companies to commercialize machine learning tools for materials design.
  • Sustainable Energy Solutions: Develop and license technologies for zero-carbon energy generation and storage.
  • Medical Devices: Collaborate with healthcare startups to bring nanoparticle-based therapies to clinical trials.

Recent Project:
🌍 “Green Hydrogen Materials” – A multinational consortium to commercialize AI-optimized catalysts for hydrogen production (Horizon Europe grant, 2024–2027).


Awards & Recognition

  • 2023Brazilian Innovation Award for contributions to nanotechnology commercialization.
  • 2022: Named Top 10 Innovators in Materials Science by Latin American Science Journal.
  • 2021UEM Technology Transfer Excellence Award.

Get Involved

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or industry leader, let’s collaborate to turn groundbreaking science into transformative technologies.

How to Connect:

  • 📧 Emaillfcotica@uem.br
  • 📋 Request a Meeting: Discuss partnership or investment opportunities.
  • 📥 Download Resources: Access guides on “From Lab to Market” and “IP Strategies for Researchers.”
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