Partnering with Marshall for Technology Infusion

As a leader in partnering with industry and academia, NASA has honed its processes for forming collaborative agreements and licensing arrangements for infusion through the Innovative Partnerships Program (IPP) (link opens new browser window). At Marshall, IPP initiatives, including infusion partnerships, are managed within the Technology Transfer Office. Marshall’s technology transfer professionals match you, as a potential partner, with the appropriate contacts within the Center to ensure that your technology is a good fit for Marshall’s needs and to establish the best partnering mechanism for your organization’s needs. The technology transfer team facilitates smooth interactions between contacts, and the level of involvement can be tailored to meet the needs of your organization and the Marshall program your technology will support.

Why Partner with Marshall?

The unique combination of facilities and expertise at Marshall make it a leader in industry and academic partnerships. A technology infusion partnership with Marshall can help you:

• Gain access to highly qualified Marshall scientists and engineers
• Make use of facilities at Marshall (link opens new browser window), including the:
  – Michoud Assembly Facility (link opens new browser window)
  Advanced Concepts (link opens new browser window)
  Environmental Control and Life Support System Facility (link opens new browser window)
  Flight Robotics Facility (link opens new browser window)
  National Space Science and Technology Center (link opens new browser window)
  SERVIR Test Bed (link opens new browser window)
  X-Ray and Cryogenic Facility (link opens new browser window)
• Maximize your return and minimize your R&D investment by leveraging Marshall’s technologies, facilities, and expertise to accelerate development schedules and reduce patent and development costs through resource sharing
• Expand opportunities for long-term business growth by:
  – Learning about Marshall’s needs
  – Connecting with multiple NASA Centers
  – Learning about programs peripheral to NASA
  – Leveraging your association with NASA’s recognizable name
  – Meeting contractors and government contacts

Marshall Might Have a Need for Your Technology Today

Marshall is currently seeking technologies from industry and academia to fulfill specific Marshall needs, primarily in the area of non-destructive evaluation.

View the full list of technology needs. Be sure to check this site again, as new technology needs will be listed as they are identified.