Vio Conley
About Vio Conley
Vio Conley is a Technology Transfer Manager at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2005. He facilitates collaborations between researchers and various sectors to advance scientific discoveries and manages the patent portfolio for the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Vio Conley has served as a Technology Transfer Manager at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2005. In this role, Conley facilitates relationships between researchers and various stakeholders, including industry, academia, and non-profits. The primary focus is to advance scientific discoveries from the laboratory to practical applications. Conley manages the patent portfolio for inventions at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and previously supported technology transfer activities for the National Institute on Aging.
Education and Expertise
Vio Conley holds a Master's degree in Biotechnology from the University of Maryland Global Campus. This educational background provides a strong foundation for Conley's role in technology transfer, enabling effective communication and negotiation with researchers and industry partners. Conley’s expertise includes managing collaborative agreements and navigating the complexities of intellectual property in the biotechnology sector.
Background
Vio Conley has extensive experience in technology transfer, particularly within the context of federal research institutions. With a career spanning nearly two decades at the NIH, Conley has developed a deep understanding of the processes involved in advancing scientific innovations. This background includes direct involvement in negotiating various agreements, such as Clinical Trials Agreements and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs).
Achievements
Throughout the tenure at the NIH, Vio Conley has successfully negotiated numerous collaborative agreements with industry, academia, and non-profits. These agreements play a crucial role in fostering partnerships that enhance the development and commercialization of scientific discoveries. Conley's work directly contributes to the advancement of public health through effective technology transfer practices.