Tucson Myofilament Meeting, May 23-26

The Tucson Myofilament Meeting is an international 3.5-day Sarver Heart Center conference that brings together approximately 250 scientists focused on the structure and function of the myofilaments that comprise the contractile machinery of muscle. Spanning topics from molecular biophysics to heart and skeletal muscle disease mechanisms and drug development, the meeting is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and informal atmosphere, with strong engagement of early career investigators.

Traditionally held biennially at the University of Wisconsin, the meeting will continue at the University of Arizona beginning in May 2026, offering a distinctive Tucson setting that fosters scientific exchange and community building.

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TLA 101: Pathways to Impact

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Event Location: 

Santa Rita Room, Student Union Memorial Center

Identifying important discoveries. Protecting and licensing inventions. Creating startup companies. Maximizing impact from the results of research.

How does it all happen?

In this luncheon and discussion led by Tech Launch Arizona, we’ll discuss the process of identifying inventions and how TLA helps bring them to the world through commercial pathways. 

We’ll answer questions about all aspects of Tech Launch Arizona, including:

  • How do I work with the licensing manager dedicated to my college, and who is my LM in the first place?
  • When should I talk to my LM about my research, ideas and inventions?
  • What are the options for getting my inventions out into the world? How are licenses to existing companies different from startups?
  • What funding is available to help me develop my inventions? (Short answer: It’s called “Asset Development” funding and is offered through TLA.) 

Come and meet TLA team members Doug Hockstad, Assistant Vice President; Rakhi Gibbons, Director of Licensing; and Joann MacMaster, Senior Director of Venture Development; all of whom are dedicated to providing knowledge and services to help take your ideas from the lab to the world. 

Who should attend?

This talk will be geared toward faculty, researchers, staff and graduate students. Lunch will be provided for those who register in advance.

REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT AND HAVE LUNCH PROVIDED. >

Questions? Contact Ellen Ogley, TLA administrative associate, at elleno@tla.arizona.edu or 520-621-7262.