Technology transfer has the ability to bring about enormous positive benefits for the world, and with the multitude of issues that we are currently facing, we need technology transfer professionals more than ever.

The Director of Technology Management and Innovation at Khalifa University is Dr. Sami Bashir, our guest on today’s episode. During our conversation, Sami shares how his passion for R&D led him to the field of technology transfer and provides an overview of his experiences working in different areas of the Gulf region.

His team has only been around for seven years, but they have managed to achieve a lot in this short space of time. Tune in to hear about the challenges they face, how they tackle them, and what they hope to improve upon in the future. 

In This Episode:

[00:38] Introducing today’s guest, Dr. Sami Bashir. 

[02:25] The origins of Sami’s passion for R&D.

[03:45] Sami’s journey in the field of technology transfer. 

[05:50] The evolving state of technology transfer in the Gulf region.

[08:52] The three departments at Khalifa University that focus on technology transfer and innovation.

[12:58] How the government in Abu Dhabi supports the creation and commercialization of innovations. 

[15:22] Sami explains how he and his team are trying to raise awareness around technology transfer. 

[18:56] The biggest challenge that Sami and his team face during the commercialization process.  

[23:23] The number of licenses Sami and his team do annually. 

[25:47] Sami’s thoughts on the importance of technology transfer.  

Resources:

Sami Bashir on LinkedIn