Technology transfer at Pacific Northwest Laboratory

Technical Report · Sun Oct 01 00:00:00 EDT 1989

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/7172153· OSTI ID:7172153

Scientific discoveries, engineering developments, and innovative applications of technology create new pathways of economic opportunity for new processes and products. The Pacific Northwest Laboratory (PNL), other federal laboratories, and federally funded research and development efforts are at the forefront in such trail-blazing ventures. PNL's programs of research, engineering development, and creative problem solving enhance the nation's technology base and strengthen its economy. Putting technology to work has been a pivotal feature of the management and operation of PNL since Battelle Memorial Institute was awarded the management and operation of the Laboratory in 1965. Under a unique contractual agreement with the US Department of Energy, PNL performs research and development work for both the government and the private sector. This arrangement has resulted in an effective means for domestic transfer of federally funded technology. At PNL, the Technology Transfer program acts as a bridge,'' enabling products of the Laboratory to cross'' -- tailored to meet government and industry needs. The program is based on a strong Laboratory commitment to the rapid deployment of research results. This commitment is implemented through a network of collaborative interactions with agencies of national, state, and local government, with academic institutions, and with a variety of business and industrial interests. Highlights of PNL's recent technology transfer activities during 1988 are summarized in this report, which also contains an overview of program organization and methodology. Also, this document is PNL's invitation for inquiries by state, local, and municipal agencies, as well as for discussions of technology interests with representatives of US industry.

• Research Organization: Pacific Northwest National Lab. (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: DOE/ER
• DOE Contract Number: AC06-76RL01830
• OSTI ID: 7172153
• Report Number(s): PNL-SA-17399; ON: DE90008610
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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