Programs Enabling Deep Technology Transfer from National Labs

TL;DR

This paper reviews technology transfer programs at high energy physics laboratories, emphasizing Fermilab and KEK, and offers recommendations to enhance partnerships and commercialization efforts in the field.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of existing programs and proposes strategies to improve technology transfer and industry collaboration at HEP laboratories.

Findings

Existing programs facilitate technology transfer but need expansion.

Partnerships with industry can be increased for better commercialization.

Recommendations include policy changes and new collaboration models.

Abstract

To maximize the technology transfer potential, it is important to create an ecosystem for the inventors to adapt the technologies developed for basic science to successful commercial ventures. In this white paper we present a brief overview of technology transfer programs at high energy physics (HEP) laboratories with a focus on the programs at Fermilab and KEK, and identify opportunities and recommendations for increasing partnerships and commercialization at HEP-centric laboratories.