Event Description

Objectives:

- Rayana Luna, PhD’s background and career path to an MSL

- What are the common aspects and differences between researcher and MSL roles 

- What an MSL does and how to transition from being a scientist to a science communicator

- What to expect when applying to MSL roles 

- What are the hiring managers are expecting from your application package and interview 

- 5 main tips to increase your branding, visibility and changes when making the academia-industry transition 

- demonstrate Rayana Luna’s program and learning platform for aspiring MSLs

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Event Description

This workshop will focus on the essentials of entrepreneurship and intellectual property (IP) for graduate students interested in turning research innovations into viable commercial ventures. Hosted in partnership with the Technology Transfer Office, the session will cover critical aspects of IP protection,patenting, and licensing, while also exploring pathways to entrepreneurship and creation of start-ups. Students will learn about the opportunities and challenges of bringing their research to market, the steps involved in developing a startup, and the support available through Rutgers. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a clearer understanding of how to transform their research ideas into entrepreneurial endeavors and how to strategically manage intellectual property in both academic and industry settings.