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Applied Innovation’s mission is to expand the impact of Drexel research through technology transfer.

The team focuses on Intellectual Property & Agreements and Industry Engagement. The office works closely with Drexel faculty, students, staff, and senior leadership to support the University’s innovation ecosystem.

If you're not sure whom to contact for your inquiry, reach out to Sue Rhoades at sr3596@drexel.edu or applied_innovation@drexel.edu.

Sue Rhoades

Sue Rhoades

Assistant Vice Provost, Applied Innovation
Applied Innovation
Robin Stears
Robin L. Stears, PhD MBA
Director, Intellectual Property & Agreements
Elizabeth Poppert
Liz Poppert, PhD
Licensing Manager
Ravi Raghani, PhD
Licensing Manager
Theresa Torres
Theresa Torres
Industry Marketing Analyst

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Applied Innovation operates under Drexel's Office of Research & Innovation (ORI).

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