New technology transfer boss to Missouri S&T wants to advance innovations

New technology transfer boss to Missouri S&T wants to advance innovations

Rolla, Missouri, USA - Jerry Martin is the new man in the field of technology transfer and economic development at Missouri S&T. He has taken over the position of deputy director since June 30 and has a variety of international experiences that can only benefit his new job. Growing up in a naval family, Martin developed a fine feeling for multiculturalism that always accompanied him during his professional career. His academic career, starting at Valencia College up to the University of Central Florida (UCF), shows that he is familiar with well in many areas. Studying political science, which led him for three months after Kobe, Japan, is only one section in his impressive curriculum vitae. During this stay, he deepened his knowledge of the Japanese language and its political systems and gained initial experience in the field of intellectual property when he worked as a headquarters for Japanese executives. MST News reports that Martin also acquired an MBA in global management and a doctorate in education.

he further deepened his knowledge of intellectual property through a law degree at the Franklin Pierce School of Law, which is known for her focus on intellectual property. Before he came to Missouri S&T, he was a senior international officer at Miami University in Ohio and most recently worked at the University of Mississippi. For Martin, it is essential to promote the commercialization of the technologies developed on Missouri S&T by closely cooperating with faculties, research centers and industrial partners. He invites everyone interested to share their ideas for intellectual property and commercialization with his team.

strong foundation for technology transfer

The Office of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (TTED) at Missouri S&T is an important part of the Kummer College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development. TTED has specialized in promoting technology commercialization in Missouri and supporting both entrepreneurship and supporting economic development. MST Catalog describes that TTED is based in the Technology Development in Innovation Park and manages a variety of programs for students, faculties and employees. The main tasks of TTED include the management of the university's intellectual property portfolio, including the evaluation of patentability and commercial potential.

A special focus is on the small business development center (SBDC), which offer a valuable service for small business owners and those willing to start. The SBDC on the Missouri S&T is part of a nationwide network supported by the United States Small Business Administration. It is equipped with clear goals: strengthening the local economy through targeted advisory and educational offers for entrepreneurs

challenges in the technology transfer

In the global context, however, there are also challenges of how a study by Fraunhofer ISI shows. [Fraunhofer ISI] (https://www.isi.fraunhofer.de/de/blog/2025/intellectual-property-ip-managent-technology transfer-deutschland-international-option. German institutions have an international reputation, but struggle with non -transparent regulations and bureaucratic hurdles. The investigation shows that there is a lack of prioritized IP management at many research locations, which can endanger the use of intellectual property.

These international challenges illustrate the need for effective IP management to ensure innovative strength and investment security. Martin and his team on the Missouri S&T can play a key role in these efforts by building a clearly structured and effective system that supports both the university and the resident companies.