Businesses of all sizes solve problems and accelerate growth by licensing cutting-edge technologies developed at UB. Discoveries are made here every day, and it is our mission to bring new products and services to market to benefit the public good.
The traditional method of making filters uses graphene oxide, which can leach into water. Researchers have developed a special ink that can be used in 3D printing to create customizable and efficient water purification filters. These filters, called graphene aerogels, are efficient for purifying water due to their high surface area, reusability, and ability to bind impurities.
Receptor for Advanced Glycation End products (RAGE) is an inflammatory receptor for disease states such as cancer, Alzheimer disease, and sepsis. The blocking of RAGE activation is effective in reducing the severity of these diseases. This UB technology describes specials antibodies which prevent the activation of RAGE, offering a potential therapeutic treatment for these diseases.
Plastic pollution is one of the most profound environmental issues we face, leading to the invention of a unique Transient Thermal Barcode technique, which automatically separates plastic by chemical composition. This will enhance the quality of recycled plastics, reduce cross-contamination, and contribute to a more sustainable approach to managing plastic waste.
To identify a UB technology that will help build and grow your business, search our technologies available for licensing database or consult with a commercialization manager. We will develop license terms suitable to your commercialization plan and, as needed, help you identify other UB resources that will help you get to market faster.
Our Technology Transfer team helps facilitate new technology commercialization and industry sponsored research projects.