Center for Integration of Science and Industry

Join us on February 27, when the inventors of three groundbreaking technologies, which have created multi-billion dollar markets, talk about the path from invention to product success. Speakers will include:

  • Dr. David Fischell, whose invention of drug coated stents revolutionized the treatment of heart disease and created a >$4.5 billion market.
  • Dr. Frank Szoka, whose invention of liposome nanoparticles enabled improved targeting of cancer cells and created a >$2 billion market.
  • Dr. Michael Boss, whose method for producing monoclonal antibodies enabled a new class of drugs that has revolutionized the treatment of cancer and other diseases, and currently represent a >$20 billion market.

They will be joined by experienced entrepreneurs and business executives Dr. Allan Green and Mr. Bruce Leicher, Esq., who will lead a discussion of strategies for creating successful products and businesses from scientific invention.

Symposium: Bentley University, LaCava Center, Danielson A/B

1:00 Welcome Gloria Larson, President, Bentley University
Fred Ledley, Professor, Director, Center for Integration of Science and Industry
1:30 Session #1  
2:30 Break  
3:00 Session #2  
4:00 Panel Discussion  
5:00 Opening Reception Center for Integration of Science and Industry, Jennison 110