Jefferson Innovation advances commercialization of new technologies by supporting the members of the Jefferson community through superior services, mentorship, education, and partnerships in translating new discoveries into practical applications.

• Serve as a dynamic bridge from Jefferson to industry to make certain that promising new technologies are translated into products and services that benefit society.
• Evaluate ideas and inventions made by faculty, employees, residents and fellows and alumni of Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson University Physicians and Thomas University Hospitals, Inc.
• Stimulate innovation and technology advancement within the Jefferson community.
• Secure all necessary protection of intellectual property (secure link) owned by Jefferson.
• License Jefferson technologies to strong, effective partners.
• Transfer materials for research and other collaborative purposes.
• Assist startup companies that have at least one Jefferson community member.
• Build collaborations with industry around applied research projects.