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Program Overview

Building pathways from discovery to impact.

The Commercialization & Startup Workshop Series is a unified, year-round program designed to support faculty, clinicians, and researchers across UT San Antonio as they explore commercialization, startup formation, and market-driven innovation.

Led by the Office of Innovation & Strategic Partnerships (OISP), this series brings together education, mentorship, and engagement opportunities that meet innovators where they are — from first-time disclosure through early-stage company formation.

Whether you are new to commercialization or actively exploring startup pathways, this program provides practical guidance, campus-wide connections, and clear next steps.

Program Vision

To deliver a cohesive, cross-campus workshop series that strengthens commercialization readiness, supports startup formation, and fosters long-term faculty engagement within the UT San Antonio innovation ecosystem.

2026 Dates

Commercialization Workshop Series

  • UT Health Campus (SPH Building) — May 19, 2026 | Registration opens April 13
  • UT San Antonio Main Campus — May 21, 2026 | Registration opens April 20

If you are interested in registering for our workshops, please contact us at OISPInfo@uthscsa.edu.

Additional workshops are planned for later in the year. Check back for updates.

Startup Workshop Series (New!)

We are excited to introduce our Startup Workshop Series, launching this December 2026. Stay tuned for details on date, location, and registration.

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Our programs offer a combination of educational workshops, alumni engagement, and networking opportunities designed to support innovators at multiple stages.

Commercialization Workshops 

  • Focus on intellectual property, market discovery, translational pathways, and disclosure readiness
  • Held throughout the year at varying campus locations

 

Startup Workshops (Launching December 2026)

  • Address founder readiness, startup fundamentals, and early-stage strategy
  • Designed for faculty and researchers exploring company formation or participation in a startup

Alumni Engagement Program (Coming Soon)

  • Ongoing engagement for past participants
  • Quarterly communications, curated resources, and optional meetups
  • Supports continued momentum beyond the workshop experience

Special Events & Networking Panels (Coming Soon)

  • Feature experienced founders, mentors, and industry partners
  • Emphasize peer learning, real-world insights, and cross-campus collaboration

From Workshop to Next Steps

90% of participants reported increased clarity on next steps following the workshop.

Participants may continue their journey through follow-on programs such as: Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR), Venture Mentoring Service (VMS), and I-Corps, gaining mentorship, market insight, and strategic guidance beyond the workshop.

“I appreciated how practical and approachable the content was. The real-world examples made the process feel achievable.”
— Clinician-Scientist

“The sessions helped me understand where my research fits within the broader innovation and startup ecosystem at UT San Antonio.”
— Graduate Researcher

“This workshop demystified the commercialization process and gave me a much clearer picture of what steps to take next.”
— Faculty Researcher

“I left with concrete next steps and a better understanding of the resources available to support commercialization.”
— Workshop Participant

Who Should Attend

This series is designed for innovators at all stages, including:

  • Faculty researchers

  • Clinician-scientists

  • Graduate researchers and postdoctoral fellows

  • First-time inventors

  • Startup-curious faculty and research teams

No prior commercialization experience is required.

Expected Impact

Through consistent programming and campus-wide alignment, the series aims to:

  • Increase faculty engagement
  • Expand awareness of commercialization and translational pathways
  • Grow the pipeline for Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR), Venture Mentoring Service (VMS), and I-Corps participation
  • Strengthen collaboration across UT San Antonio

What You’ll Gain

Participants will leave with:

  • A clearer understanding of commercialization options and timelines
  • Practical tools to evaluate market potential
  • Connections to campus and external resources
  • Confidence in identifying next steps — whether that’s disclosure, mentorship, or startup exploration

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Workshop dates, registration details, and special events will be announced throughout the year. Join the 2026 Commercialization & Startup Workshop Series and turn research into real-world impact.