WSU Ventures recently forged a new partnership with SAM Medical by licensing an innovative
technology developed for solving medical emergencies.
The patented technology developed by Wichita State and licensed to SAM Medical relies
on composite technology – a core area of expertise at WSU’s National Institute for
Aviation Research. Initially flexible during application, the composite material can
be hardened and cured in under 60 seconds to create a quick and durable stabilization
tool for emergency injuries. Wichita State initially developed the technology through
a grant funded by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Material Command.
Last week, WSU Ventures invited members of SAM Medical’s executive team to campus
to experience the innovative culture at Wichita State. The team included Dr. Sam Scheinberg,
CEO and co-founder of SAM Medical. Scheinberg invented the now-famous SAM Splint –
a device widely used by EMS personnel, first responders, fire and rescue squads, law
enforcement agents, and more. In addition to touring WSU’s state-of-the-art labs and
facilities, SAM Medical’s executive team also had the opportunity to interact with
faculty members and other researchers.
“Wichita State University is excited to have SAM Medical as a partner as we continue
to make important strides in the medical technology area,” said Rob Gerlach, WSU director
of technology transfer.
WSU Ventures assists Wichita State faculty, staff and students with commercialization
and intellectual property and links industry, entrepreneurs and investors with university
resources and technology.
For additional information about WSU Ventures, visit www.wsuventures.org or follow on Twitter and LinkedIn. For additional information about SAM Medical,
visit www.sammedical.com.
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