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This book, Research to Revenue: A Practical Guide to University Start-Ups, is ideal resource for those who are starting on projects in or working in the fields of entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and commercialization. For guide of careers in technology transfer see the article, “Discovery to Development PhD Careers in Industry...

BY: THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD NOTE FOR JOB SEEKERS: We suggest knowing the layout of Tech Transfer Offices by researching the departments and essential components of the best Universities in the Milken Report. In search of a job, you can then, demonstrate your knowledge and what you can bring...

BY: THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD This article highlights PhD careers in commercializationand technology transfer. In Article 1 we reviewed the path of discovery to development with the key industries that play a role on the way. In Article 2 we outlined the role of government, nonprofit, charities, and publication companies in this process. We...

BY: THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD This article highlights PhD careers in grants management in government and nonprofits and publications. In the last article we reviewed the path of discovery to development with the important industries that play a role on the way. In this article we’ll highlight careers for PhDs in government and nonprofits and in publications. This graphic appears...

BY: THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD This article highlights the movement of flow of scientific discovery through development leading to the consumer, with the different industries and careers along the way In the lab and academic world, it’ hard to be aware of all the careers outside of academics. We’ve found out that there are large number of careers for PhDs that are science-related...

BY: THOMAS R COUGHLIN, PHD For Getting an Edge and Increasing Your Effectiveness The 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleBy Stephen R. Covey (Buy on Amazon) If you don’t read this book during your PhD, you are seriously missing out. It is one of the best ways to get an...

BY: LAURA ZHENG, PHD; THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD Note from the authors: Using multiple sources and data analytics, we present to you important stats for empowering your PhD and career search. As students, we spend a lot of time on our research and papers. It’s easy to get lost...

BY: THOMAS R. COUGHLIN, PHD; SWATI KHARE, PHD Note from the authors: We aim to consolidate in an efficient manner, available resources and provide you with a step-by-step career exploration guide. Now’s the time to take control of your PhD job search. Pair this article with our All-In-One Checklist...

BY: THOMAS R COUGHLIN, PHD Note from the authors: This article explains the roots of specific systemic problems that can exist in a PhD or postdoctoral position. The information has been gathered from first-hand experiences, colleague testimonials, and research into academic programs. Throughout your PhD and postdoctoral (postdoc) appointment, it’s vital to...