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).

Get Involved

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

How to Connect:

  • 📧 Email: lfcotica@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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