Office of Technology Commercialization

Partners in Innovation: Advancing Georgetown’s breakthroughs for a brighter tomorrow
At Georgetown’s Office of Technology Commercialization, we are driven by a passionate commitment to transforming innovations into impactful solutions.
We are dedicated to propelling GU’s pioneering breakthroughs forward through strategic partnerships and creating new ventures. We are dedicated to bridging the gap between research excellence and real-world application, fostering an environment where entrepreneurship thrives, and ensuring our entire community benefits.
As your partners in innovation and research translation, we engage continuously with knowledgeable and accessible staff, ensuring your ideas make a meaningful impact on society. Welcome to a world of possibilities at the intersection of academia and entrepreneurship!

FY19-23 Commercialization Metrics

$3 MMReveueOngoing growth in tech transfer revenue.
81Issued patents (world-wide)Global patents surge, driving innovation.
$1MMGap fundings awardedInnovative projects funded, bridging gaps.


News

Featured News

Georgetown Named to Top 100 Patenting US Universities List by the National Academy of Inventors

Georgetown University has again been named among the Top 100 US Universities Granted Utility Patents, the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) announced today (March 19, 2026). Released annually, the…

March 19, 2026

Featured News, Upcoming Events

2026 Georgetown University Research & Innovation Showcase

Registration is open for the April 22, 2026 Georgetown University Research & Innovation Showcase! This year, our theme is Partnerships Power Possibilities, highlighting how collaboration drives discovery into real-world impact.

February 27, 2026

Featured News

Georgetown Scientists Identify Sustainable Alternatives for Next-Generation Magnetic Technologies

Georgetown University researchers have discovered a new class of strong magnets that do not rely on rare-earth or precious metals — a breakthrough that could significantly advance clean energy…

January 9, 2026


Technology Spotlight

Advancing Cancer Therapy: Innovative Predictive Model for CAR-T Treatment Efficacy

Georgetown researchers have developed a cutting-edge method involving tumor biopsies and zebrafish xenografts to assess the potential response to CAR-T cell therapy before treatment initiation.

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Advancing NeonatalCare: Fibractant – A Synthetic Lung Surfactant for Premature Infants

Georgetown University has pioneered a remarkable synthetic lung surfactant known as “Fibractant.” Composed of silk fibroin and DPPC lipids, this innovation holds high potential in the realm of respiratory care, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional methods.

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Antimicrobial Transdermal Delivery: Reducing Infection Risks with Minimally Invasive Technology

Georgetown University researchers have developed a groundbreaking technology that addresses the critical need for mitigating adverse secondary effects from minimally invasive medical procedures, monitoring, and drug delivery devices.

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Upcoming Events

2024 Innovation Awards Ceremony – March 13, 2024

This event promises to be a remarkable celebration of the astounding achievements of our dedicated faculty and researchers as they continue to make profound contributions to society through their groundbreaking inventions.
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