In Person

Texas Life Science Forum

November 8, 2022
Rice University
Event details
November 8, 2022
8:30 am
Rice University
6100 Main St, Houston, TX 77005

Event summary

Cooley is proud to support and participate in the Texas Life Science Forum hosted by Rice Alliance and BioHouston. The forum is the premier life science and healthtech event in Texas that brings together members from across the industry.

Featured agenda item

Tuesday, November 8 | 1:00 pm CT

In-Licensing from Universities: What Life Sciences Startups Should Know

Cooley partner Fraser Brown and Cooley associate John Forrest spoke at this session.

This panel explored key considerations for companies that are in-licensing life sciences technologies from universities. Our panelists discussed the top factors that drive value in a licensing deal, including how to structure IP arrangements to advance your goals. Topics included: 

  • How to structure the licensing agreement to enhance value
  • How to work with a university and its counsel
  • Patent due diligence and contemplating co-ownership of patents
  • Strategies for effective patent portfolio development when working with a licensed portfolio

For more information, please email Laura McAllister.

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