January 2011 Newsletter Now Available

Top stories from TTO's January newsletter:

CU Announces Annual Technology Transfer Awards
TTO hosted its annual awards ceremony on January 18, honoring six faculty researchers, two companies founded on university research, and several members of the local entrepreneurial community. The awards followed a panel discussion focused on the state of Colorado's venture capital community, moderated by Rex O'Neal, executive partner at Faegre & Benson LLP; panelists will include Jim Linfield of Cooley LLP (PDF of presentation), Richard Duke of the Colorado Institute for Drug, Device and Diagnostic Development, and David Allen of TTO. Faculty and companies recognized this year represent three of CU's four campuses, and are developing technologies ranging from biofuels and hybrid aircraft engines to novel treatments for cancer, heart disease and eye disease.

OPXBIO Recognized for "Renewable Chemical Product of the Year"

Zostavax Cuts Risk of Shingles by Half, Researchers Find

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