Scientist entrepreneurs have an inherent advantage over other entrepreneurs. They are closer to the future than the rest of us. That proximity to the cutting edge gives them the opportunity to start businesses based on science that are truly breakthrough in nature.

• Grant Writing Tips for Scientist Entrepreneurs - Grant writing is a tried and true mechanism to raise money for scientific research but it can also be a source of funds for business ventures launched by scientist entrepreneurs. More...
• University Technology Transfer Offices - These days, most universities have a technology tranfer office that is dedicated to licensing university research to commercial ventures. We offer a primer on university technology transfer. More...
• Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Nanotechnology - Nanotechnology focuses on small things but it's a big entrepreneurial opportunity. Learn why venture capitalists are keeping a close eye on this fast-emerging industry. More...
• Tips When Commercializing Research - Getting science out of the lab and into the market isn't easy. Here are some tips to get scientist entrepreneurs started on the right track. More...
• How to Recognize a Scientist Entrepreneur - Some scientists are interested strictly in science. Others have a propensity for entrepreneurship. Here's how to tell if you are a scientist who has entrepreneurial interests and potential. More...
• Why Engineers Struggle with Marketing - Engineers are trained to look at the facts. In the world of marketing, the facts are important but they are only part of the equation. More...
• Famous Scientist Entrepreneurs - Ben Franklin, Thomas Edison, and many more -- the list of successful scientist entrepreneurs is a lengthy list indeed. We feature a few of our favorite scientist entrepreneurs. More...
• When to Bring in the Pros - You've developed the technology and launched the company. As a scientist entrepreneur, you've done well, but is it time to bring in some professional managers? Here are some signs that you need to bring in others who are more experienced in growing young companies. More...
• Science Meets Entrepreneurship at the University - Case Western offers a physics entrepreneurship program, a two-year professional master's program designed to give business training to scientists. Many other universities offer similar programs. Is this type of training right for you? Here's what to look for when evaluating such programs. More...
• Role of the National Laboratories - The national laboratories play a vital role in our nation's economic development, but there are still some who question whether the role of the national laboratories is perhaps misplaced and outdated. More...
• Chicago Innovation Awards - The Chicago Innovation Awards honor innovative products and services, developed in the Chicago area. More...
• Argonne and Fermilab Job Cuts - Science research funding cuts at Argonne and Fermilab are bad, bad, bad! Here's what you can do to help Argonne and Fermilab. More...