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Chuck Niebylski, Ph.D., J.D.
Director, Technology Advancement Office
About
The Technology Advancement Office (TAO) handles the review, drafting, and negotiation of various types of transactional agreements for members of the global scientific community who wish to
- access research materials developed by NIDDK scientiststhat are available for further research and commercial development
- collaborate with NIDDK on a clinical trial
- collaborate with NIDDK on research
In addition, TAO evaluates invention disclosures provided by the Institute’s research staff, makes determinations regarding the filing of patent applications on discoveries and inventions, and assists in product development strategy.
TAO Supports
Research Materials and Licensing
Use research materials and reagents, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), and licensing opportunities developed by NIDDK scientists for your research.
Clinical Trial Collaboration
Collaborate with investigators at the NIH Clinical Center and NIDDK extramural clinical networks on clinical trials.
Research Collaboration
Connect with NIDDK clinicians or scientists in your field and locate technologies available for further development.
Contact
If you have any questions contact the Technology Advancement Office.