Research to Reality: An Innovation Ecosystem Symposium
Schedule
Fri Feb 27 2026 at 10:00 am to 06:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Joe Crowley Student Union | Reno, NV
About this Event
Join leading innovation experts for a high-impact program designed to inform, inspire, and activate Nevada’s innovation ecosystem. Dr. Scott Stern of the MIT Sloan School of Business, will outline the strategic, coordinated actions required to build a successful regional innovation system. Dr. Vladimir Bulović, of the MIT School of Engineering, will discuss pursuing use-inspired research with clear commercialization pathways, offering practical guidance on translating discoveries into market-ready technologies and spin-out companies. Together, these sessions underscore that commercialization is achievable in Nevada and highlight the powerful opportunities unlocked through collaboration with the state’s research universities.
Dr. Stern's presentation, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A, will begin at 10 a.m.
Dr. Bulović's presentation, followed by Q&A, and reception, will begin at 2 p.m.
Ticket options include selections for one or both portions of the event.
Where is it happening?
Joe Crowley Student Union, 1664 North Virginia Street, Reno, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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