Innovation and Translation Support

The Stanford Maternal and Child Health Research Institute is dedicated  to guiding Stanford investigators in the maturation of breakthrough therapies through proof-of-concept studies and commercialization.

The Innovation and Translation Support Service harnesses MCHRI & Stanford’s offerings to reduce funding gaps, regulatory burden, and challenges with identifying collaborators in translational medicine.

How This Is Achieved


How We Prioritize Projects


Take referrals from MCHRI Executive Leadership and identify projects that align with SMCH Goals

Look for opportunities to partner with investigators at Project Concept, Study Design, and Pre-Award phases

Provide support for projects that do not have a direct path for patent licensure, struggle finding funding, and require industry collaboration

Services We Support


Assessment

MCHRI supports investigators with streamlining product development, reducing risk and increasing valuation, including:

Regulatory Strategy
Target Profile Development
Path from Bench to Bedside

Market Assessment
Existing/Competing Solutions
Market Sizing and Clinical Impact

Project Management
Timeline Development
Budget Building/Tracking

Education

MCHRI designs and coordinates educational opportunities to benefit translational medicine scientists at Stanford, featuring:

Career Development
Eureka Certificate Course in Translational Medicine       

Drug & Device Development (D3) Training

Topic Discussions
Webinars and Live Presentations

Facilitation

MCHRI guides health innovations through the regulatory and medical development landscapes, including:

Regulatory Interactions
IND/IDE Preparation and Maintenance

Funding Opportunities
Exploration and Evaluation

Innovation
Business Development
Engagement with VC and Industry

Funding

MCHRI partners with existing seed programs and philanthropic sources to establish new collaborations and support grant applications

Contact

Grant Wells, MS
Director of Innovation & Development
gwells2@stanford.edu