For Businesses

Consultation

We support the entry into the life science industry and the development of new product and service by searching for researcher and theme, and investigating the marketability and needs in the medical field, according to the needs of the companies.

Initial stage of plan

Introduction of technology

Business schemes

Nondisclosure Agreement

Business model

Interviews with healthcare professional

Domestic and international marketing

Investigation of regulatory affairs

Investigation of intellectual property

Research and Development

Plan of collaboration research

Prototype and evaluation

Support of clinical research

Application for grant

Application for patent

Commercialization

License agreement

Consideration of manufacturing

Consideration of sales

For Researchers

Support of commercialization

We develop business plans based on the technology, and make proposals to partner company. We support the creation of joint research and commercialization. And we support from the stage of planning ideas and research content.

Initial stage of plan

Organize seminars
(IP and start a business)

Consideration of patent application

Introduce company

Business model

Searching for business partner

Domestic and international marketing

Investigation of regulatory affairs

Investigation of intellectual property

Research and Development

Plan of collaboration research

Prototype and evaluation

Support of clinical research

Application for grant

Application for patent

Found start-up

Commercialization

License agreement

Consideration of manufacturing

Consideration of sales

Overseas Expansion

For Entrepreneurs

Startup Support

We establish startup and promote the commercialization of technology. We also invent sand support commercialization, financing, and intellectual property strategies for the startup after establishment.

Initial stage of plan

Licensing agreements with university

Intellectual property consulting

Investment

Board member

Business model

Searching for business partner

Domestic and international marketing

Investigation of regulatory affairs

Investigation of intellectual property

Finance

Business plan

Financial plan

Human resource

Application for grant

Research and Development

Plan of collaboration research

Prototype and evaluation

Support of clinical research

Commercialization

License agreement

Consideration of manufacturing

Consideration of sales

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. I would like to discuss industry-academia collaboration.

Please feel free to contact us so that we can discuss the overall picture of commercialization and industry-academia collaboration. We also welcome companies that have no experience in industry-academia collaboration but are enthusiastic about it.
*Telephone inquiries
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 (extension 4031) 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. I would like to know the needs and seeds of the university.

Please feel free to contact us as we are constantly updating information on university needs and seeds.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 (extension 4031) 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. Can you introduce me to researchers in various fields?

We can introduce researchers from not only St. Marianna Medical University but also from several universities with which we collaborate, after searching for researchers who meet your needs.

Q. How are interviews with researchers conducted? Is there anything I need to prepare? How long will it take?

Our representative will visit you in person. Please have any materials related to your business ready. The meeting will take 30-60 minutes.

Q. I have no business experience in the medical field.

Even if you do not have experience in the medical field, we will support you according to your wishes, such as market research and interviews with medical professionals.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. I am interested in a patent that has been filed.

We also have unpublished patents, so please feel free to contact us.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. How can I collaborate with universities?

Depending on the research theme, we will introduce you to researchers at the university, discuss the content of the research, division of roles, research funding, etc., and then sign a joint research agreement before the joint research begins.

Q. How much funding is required for joint research?

Research expenses vary from several hundred thousand to several tens of millions of yen, depending on the nature of the research.

Q. How are the research results of joint research handled?

In principle, research results will be shared between the university and the company.

Q. What if I want to sign a license agreement?

Please contact us to discuss the terms of the license agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I launch a startup based on my research results and ideas?

We can also assist you in registering your company after completing the business plan and fundraising. It is important for a company not only to start up, but also to continue to operate. We will consult with you about the timing of launching and whether continuous operation is possible. This is a service that we are good at, so please feel free to contact us.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. I am planning to present my work in a paper or at a conference, etc. How will presenting my work affect my patent application?

In principle, it is necessary to file a patent application before publication, since it is difficult to obtain a patent once the invention is published.

Q. I am not sure if this is patentable or not, can I consult with you?

A simple patentability search is also possible, so please feel free to contact us.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. Can I file a patent application for an invention that I have presented in a paper or at an academic conference?

In Japan, relief measures are available within 12 months of the announcement. However, please note that there are some countries, such as Europe, where no relief measures are available.

Q. I was told that a company is interested in joint research.

As an agent, we will negotiate with the company, so please contact us.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. What is involved in filing a patent application?

A meeting is held with the patent attorney and the patent attorney prepares the patent application documents. The researcher submits data and protocols. The patent attorney will handle the entire application process and we will assist you.

Q. I have received a request from a company for research advice.

It is desirable to conclude a technical guidance contract, etc., and clarify the role, compensation, period, attribution of results, etc. As an agent, we will negotiate with the company, so please contact us.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. I would like to discuss industry-academia collaboration.

Please feel free to contact us so that we can discuss the overall picture of commercialization and industry-academia collaboration. We also welcome companies that have no experience in industry-academia collaboration but are enthusiastic about it.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 (extension 4031) 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Q. What should I do to prepare for starting a business?

We will work together to develop a business plan. With the business plan, we will formulate human, development, financial, and intellectual property strategies.

Q. What are the advantages of starting a business?

Even if you cannot find a partner company, you can still proceed with commercialization. There are some disadvantages, so please feel free to contact us.

Q. Can I discuss my IP strategy with you?

We formulate intellectual property strategies in line with business plans. We also implement measures such as strengthening the management system for intellectual property.

Q. Can we discuss financing?

We also provide support for fundraising. We will formulate a capital policy that matches the nature and stage of your business.

Q. I have no business experience in the medical field.

Even if you do not have experience in the medical field, we will support you according to your wishes, such as market research and interviews with medical professionals.

*Inquiries by phone
Direct: (+81)44-979-1631 9:00 am to 6:00 pm