Suzanne Frisbie
About Suzanne Frisbie
Suzanne Frisbie serves as the Deputy Director of the NIAID Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office at the National Institutes of Health, a position she has held since 2010. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Mount Holyoke College and a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on Biochemistry from Georgetown University.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Suzanne Frisbie has served as the Deputy Director of the NIAID Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office at the National Institutes of Health since 2010. In this role, she oversees the management of technology transfer activities and intellectual property initiatives within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Her responsibilities include facilitating collaborations between researchers and industry partners, ensuring the effective commercialization of scientific discoveries, and protecting the intellectual property rights of NIH innovations.
Education and Expertise
Suzanne Frisbie earned her Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry from Mount Holyoke College, where she studied from 1982 to 1986. She furthered her education at Georgetown University, obtaining a Ph.D. with a focus on Chemistry and Biochemistry from 1988 to 1992. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in the scientific principles that underpin her work in technology transfer and intellectual property.
Background
Prior to her current role at the National Institutes of Health, Suzanne Frisbie worked at the National Cancer Institute. She held the position of Unit Supervisor in the Technology Transfer Center from 1997 to 2010. During her tenure, she contributed to the advancement of technology transfer processes and supported the commercialization of cancer research innovations.
Professional Experience
Suzanne Frisbie has accumulated over 27 years of experience in technology transfer and intellectual property management. Her career at NIH began in 2010, following 13 years at the National Cancer Institute. Her extensive experience in both organizations has equipped her with a deep understanding of the complexities involved in translating scientific research into practical applications.