Clemson faculty members secure 16 patents in 2018

CLEMSON – Among the 16 patents issued to Clemson University researchers in 2018 were technologies for improving on-site building construction with a sustainable building system, purifying lignins and self-healing polymer coatings that inhibit corrosion of metal substrates.

The patent recipients were honored at the annual Patent Award Ceremony hosted by the Clemson University Research Foundation (CURF), which facilitates technology transfer at Clemson University.

In addition to the Patent Awards, Inventor’s Club Awards were presented to inventors who had licensed or otherwise commercialized their technologies in 2018.

The Patent Awards honor and celebrate the drive for research and innovation at Clemson University by showcasing the 16 patents issued for the calendar year 2018. This year’s 16 patents add to CURF’s portfolio of 166 issued patents inventions available for licensing. The awards program honored innovators in areas such as agriculture, bioengineering and materials sciences.

CURF also recognized KIYATEC Inc. for being one of 20 startups from across the country selected to participate in The University Innovation and Entrepreneurship Showcase that took place on Capitol Hill on April 10.

“At CURF, we have the unique opportunity to work with Clemson’s most innovative minds. This networking event is our way of recognizing the accomplishments and hard work of Clemson inventors,” said Chris Gesswein, executive director of CURF. “It’s an honor to celebrate these researchers and the contributions they have made to innovation. Congratulations to all of the inventors for their drive and commitment to academic research.”

Guest speaker Doug Kim, member of Kim and Lahey Law Firm, presented on the topic of “Making your research relevant and interesting to industry partners.”

CURF and the Division of Research work together to support Clemson-affiliated inventors and entrepreneurs through patent protection, marketing, education, material transfer, and license negotiation services.

For a complete list of patents received in 2018, click here.

For a list of Inventor’s Club Award recipients, click here.