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Technology Marketing Site


Welcome to the University of Minnesota Technology Marketing Site. Our portfolio of inventions provides a complete, search-able listing of available technologies, developed by world-renowned faculty, from across the University. We have categorized these inventions into Agriculture and Horticulture, Life Sciences, Physical Engineering Sciences and Software and Information Technologies.

Each technology listing includes a detailed technology description and the contact information for the appropriate Technology Marketing Manager. Additionally, some technologies may be licensed, non-exclusively, online.  These agreements have standard terms and conditions that enable immediate licensing using a credit card or eCheckĀ®. More information is available on the FAQ's page.

New University of Minnesota inventions are presented to the public through this Technology Marketing Site. If a partner has a specific need, OTC may help facilitate a Sponsored Research Agreement through Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA).  Typically, Sponsored Research Agreements provide companies a first option to exclusively license any inventions arising from the contracted work.  For more information please review the SPA website

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Under the scalp, the micropump allows drug administration of small quantities of medication to a local site throughout a 24-hour time period.
Infusion Micropump for Drug Delivery for Treatment of Neurological Disorders and Pain Management

An infusion micropump system dispenses drugs locally to treat neurodegenerative disorders or for pain management. This drug delivery system includes an internal device composed of a hermetically sealed reservoir and an access port for easy refilling. It also encompasses a battery-less design for transdermal recharging and remote control via a specific frequency. Plus, its small design makes the micropump concealable under the scalp. The micropump dispenses the medication from the reservoir through the delivery cannula. (99058) More...

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