Tech Transfer Roundup: UM Ventures' Deal-Making Priority Is Flexibility
Executive Summary
Now providing seed and venture funding for some of its start-ups, University of Maryland's tech transfer has expanded its capabilities in recent years. Plus, our monthly roundup of private/public-sector transactions.
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Deals In Depth: February 2023
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