The CTV Innovation-to-Impact Series is a university-wide, multi-session initiative designed to support Columbia innovators at every stage of technology translation. Through dynamic expert-led panels, lectures, and workshops, the series offers practical insight into funding, commercialization, company formation, and regulatory pathways for innovators from across the Columbia community.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 22, 2026
Investing in AI Technologies: Perspectives from Venture Capital and Industry
Nov. 13, 2026
AI, Autonomy, and Aerospace
Registration links will be posted here when available. Future topics in this event series include:
- Development & Budget Strategies Workshops: Budgeting & Development Plans
- Budgeting for R&D, Clinical & Commercial Milestones
- Best Practices: Pitch Development & Design
- Technical Pathways to Translation - Thinking About the FDA
CTV welcomes Columbia researchers' suggestions on topics for future events. Email [email protected] with your ideas.
PAST EVENTS
June 25, 2026
Bring Your Innovations to Life: Design, Prototyping, and Manufacturing with Synectic
May 6, 2026
Intellectual Property 101 for Academic Entrepreneurs: Turning University Research into Startup Value
Room recording available here.
March 3, 2026
Funding Life Science Breakthroughs: Perspectives from ARPA-H, Neta Foundation, and Regeneron Ventures