Our mission emphasizes both fundamental research and putting the knowledge gained into practice. Beyond sharing research results through the traditional knowledge transfer mechanisms of scholarly publications and presentations, PVLSI scientists work directly with industry through three mechanisms:

Intellectual Property and Technology Commercialization – PVLSI pursues patents for inventions and discoveries including new assays, animal models, and potential therapeutic agents.

If your company is interested in discussing available technologies, including related intellectual property from UMass Amherst and Baystate Health, please contact Dr. Paul Friedmann by telephone at 413.794.0653 or by email.

Industry Sponsored Research – We welcome industry support for novel research led by a PVLSI principal investigator or collaboratively led by co-principal investigators from PVLSI and industry. When appropriate, we can build a multidisciplinary team that includes UMass Amherst researchers and Baystate Health physicians.

If your company is interested in industry sponsored and/or collaborative research opportunities, please contact Dr. Paul Friedmann by telephone at 413.794.0653 or by email.

Contract Research and Services – We can augment company research and development capabilities with our know-how and facilities. We can be particularly useful to small companies with limited resources who need comprehensive histology services; confocal laser microscopy; cell and molecular biology expertise; in vivo imaging; or evaluation of technical feasibility and relevance.

For more information about contract research and services, please contact Angelina Pizzanelli by telephone at 413.794.0653 or by email.