Commercialization Secrets for Scientists and Engineers

By Michael Szycher

Commercializing a knowledge-based product or service requires a realistic, methodical approach combined with a great deal of perseverance. Commercialization Secrets for Scientists and Engineers serves as a high-level guide to answering key questions and critical issues that confront founding entrepreneurs on their quest to commercialize their knowledge-based innovations. It highlights the unique problems shared by all technologists across knowledge-intensive fields and how to overcome the most predictable obstacles faced by technology entrepreneurs. It demystifies the process of commercializing advanced products that require a high degree of specialized knowledge. Typically, these are "disruptive technologies" with the potential to revolutionize whole industries. The book simplifies the launch of high-tech ventures such as pharmaceuticals, genetic and biotechnology products, wireless devices, fuel cells, and minimally invasive medical devices. Additionally, it will help readers bring their disruptive technologies to profitability.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1498730604
• ISBN13: 9781498730600
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"