Clemson University Research Foundation
The Clemson University Research Foundation (CURF) is dedicated to advancing the research enterprise at Clemson University by connecting faculty and students with industry partners. CURF facilitates the commercialization of university technologies, supports research collaboration, and promotes innovation through various funding and support programs.
Clemson University Research Foundation
391 College Avenue, Suite 401, Clemson, SC 29631
What We Do
Technology Evaluation & Market Analysis
CURF assists in assessing the market potential of technologies and provides detailed reports on commercialization opportunities.
Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property Protection
CURF helps in the disclosure and reporting of intellectual property, evaluates commercial opportunities, and protects innovations through patenting.
Technology Marketing & Licensing
CURF markets technologies developed at Clemson to potential commercial partners and assists in licensing agreements.
Business Development & Technology Maturation Funding
CURF identifies funding opportunities for researchers and provides support for technology maturation to attract further investment.
A funding program designed to support the next critical research steps that will significantly increase the likelihood of commercializing Clemson intellectual property.
A series of events designed to enhance relationships between Clemson's research enterprise and industrial partners.
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Key People
Chris Gesswein
Executive Director
Chase Kasper
Senior Deputy Director
Andy Bluvas
Assistant Director of IP Management
Mark Roth
Associate Director of Business Development
Pushparajah Thavarajah
Business Development Associate - Life Sciences
Cindy Sauer
Contract Manager
Melissa Ioannidis
Technology Commercialization Associate
Pamela West
Business Officer
Heather Lynch
Marketing Manager
Jackie Hanna
Innovation Marketing Associate
Jessie Boulos
Technical Transfer Associate
Kaylee Doyle
Digital Marketing Intern
Leslie Hossfeld, PhD
Dean of the College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences
Anjali Joseph, PhD, EDAC
Spartanburg Regional Health System Endowed Chair in Architecture + Health Design
Angie Leidinger
Vice President, Clemson External Affairs, Senior Advisor to the Board of Trustees
William (Bill) C. Smith Jr.
Clemson University Board of Trustees
Eric Weissmann
Executive Director, NEXT
Tony Wagner
Executive Vice President for Finance and Operations/CFO
News & Updates
Recognition of innovative contributions by Clemson inventors at the 2024 InnoVision Awards.
A partnership aimed at enhancing the commercialization of university research through the NSF Hub.
Highlighting two startups from Clemson that have been recognized as finalists for the InnoVision Awards.
Nectero Medical has commenced its clinical trials, marking a significant step in its research and development.
An event celebrating the innovative achievements of researchers and startups associated with CURF.
An overview of CURF's initiatives aimed at fostering diversity within the research community.