Flintbox Technologies is a snapshot of some of the most recent out-licensing and in-licensing opportunities available on our site.
Out-Licensing Opportunities
Method to Enhance Oil Recovery from Fractured Carbonate Reservoirs
University of Alberta – November 3, 2008
An environmentally-friendly method to recover heavy oil/bitumen from fractured carbonates, which contain about 60% of the world’s oil reserves. The method potentially allows for much faster recovery and with higher yield than conventional methods.
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Adapter Gene
SickKids The Hospital for Sick Children – October 31, 2008
This invention consists of the identification and cloning of a novel gene, MARS (Modulator of Antigen Receptor Signaling). MARS is a putative tumour suppressor gene.
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DeckChair Learning Inc.
University of Toronto – October 28, 2008
DeckChair Learning is a web-based, guided-learning system for multimedia instruction, assessment and customized training. The system hinges on intelligent tutoring algorithms that assign new exercises based on each student’s strengths and weaknesses.
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Opure: Safe handling of drinking water
Université de Montréal – October 28, 2008
Safe drinking water is a major issue in most developing countries, where improvements in its use, management and quality are greatly needed. We propose a design of jar which keeps clean water clean while helping users to adopt good habits.
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Mint Variety Useful for Treating Allergies
University of Guelph – October 21, 2008
Guelph researchers have developed and characterized a mint variety that produces very high levels of rosmarinic acid, a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
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In-Licensing Opportunities
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Technology
Consulate General of Canada, Minneapolis – October 15, 2008
The Lincoln, Nebraska-based Office of Technology Development manages the intellectual property assets of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. OTD’s mission is to help turn academic research into tangible products and services, while returning income to the inventors and to the University to support further research and education. OTD has recently partnered with the Consulate General of Canada Minneapolis to offer Canadian companies access to technologies enabling the development of innovative new products and services.
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