Welcome to Techno-L,

Techno-L is a discussion forum for, patent attorneys, technology transfer,
and licensing professionals in universities, government , non-profit research
insitutions, and in private industry. Topics of discussion range from the
details of technology assessment and license
negotiation to discussion of national and international policies regarding
technology transfer.

If you are looking for a particular technology licensing opportunity, you may
also wish to post your request here. The 800+ members of the list represent a
significant portfolio of inventions ready for commercialization. You may
also post:

* Positions available
* Notices of conference and seminars that are within the the scope of the
discussion topics
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