Intellectual Property
This course introduces students to the key concepts and practical challenges involved in translating scientific discoveries into real-world applications. Through lectures, group projects, and case-based learning, students explore how to evaluate preclinical models, assess product-market fit, navigate intellectual property, and develop commercialization strategies for emerging health technologies.
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Course Objectives
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Business Plan
For our final project, my group developed a business plan centered on a novel blood-based biomarker for the diagnosis of long COVID. We conducted market research to identify unmet clinical needs, evaluated the competitive landscape, and outlined a clear value proposition highlighting the test’s potential to support earlier diagnosis and targeted care. Our commercialization strategy included an IP assessment, regulatory considerations, and a proposed pathway to market through industry partnerships or licensing. This project strengthened my skills in translating scientific innovation into practical, scalable healthcare solutions.
Reflection
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What I learned
Through this course, I deepened my understanding of how to design and evaluate medical research using critical thinking, scientific integrity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I learned to approach research questions with a translational mindset while critically engaging with current literature to identify gaps and opportunities for innovation. The business plan assignment further expanded my learning by highlighting how scientific ideas can be transformed into practical solutions, emphasizing the importance of clinical relevance, stakeholder needs, and implementation pathways.
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Skills I developed
I developed a range of valuable skills, including scientific communication, literature synthesis, and study design. Through the business plan project, I gained additional skills in strategic planning, market research, value proposition development, and regulatory and feasibility analysis. I also strengthened my ability to communicate interdisciplinary ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, blending scientific insight with practical application.
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How will I use it in the future
These skills will support my future academic and clinical work, particularly as I pursue research that bridges scientific discovery and real-world healthcare impact. I plan to apply this knowledge to future projects that involve evidence-based decision-making, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation-driven approaches. Whether in research, healthcare strategy, or collaborative program development, I will continue to prioritize translating research into meaningful, scalable, and patient-centered solutions.