A yet2 client is seeking to identify wickless nebulizer diffuser technologies. These products should disperse small particles into the air with a visible plume and utilize a refill. The device should operate as a closed system.
Our client would like to bring the experience of a traditional aromatherapy diffuser to consumers without the requirement of mixing or blending fragrance contents. We are interested in reviewing any technologies that could be an alternative to current diffusers on the market (eg. based on standing wave nebulizer technology).
Tech Scouting: When to Initiate an Anonymous Search
In our latest blog post, yet2’s CEO, Tim Bernstein, explains anonymous searches and when and why companies choose to partner with us for them.
Over the past 12 – 24 months, several of our subscription clients have asked us to perform anonymous searches for them. There are a few general reasons why a company might be searching for new technologies, products, or ideas and not want to reveal who they are (and we’ll go into them below). In all anonymous searches, the client has decided they need more information in order to make a go/no-go decision. The challenge for many companies is how to get necessary information without the risk and exposure inherent in revealing their identity to opportunities of interest. In essence, the company does not want to show its cards, yet must keep playing the game. Hence the need to engage a partner like yet2 to conduct an anonymous technology search or due diligence inquiry.
NASA is interested in a hybrid of head-mounted display (HMD) and heads-up display (HUD) technologies, referred to as “Heads-in” Displays. As the virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) industries are making large investments in the development of near-to-eye displays and visual tracking technologies for applications such as gaming, sports medicine, entertainment, automated vehicles, etc., NASA is interested in evaluating these technologies for in-helmet use during Extravehicular Activities (EVAs). The Heads-In Display must work inside a spacesuit without being cumbersome and must be optimized for the proximity of the helmet bubble to the crewmember’s eyes.
Seeking: Dermocosmetic Solutions for the Improvement of Scalp and Hair Condition
Seeking: Grooming and Skincare Products Specifically Developed for Men
A yet2client is seeking non-prescription products or late-stage technologies for use in improving scalp and hair condition when used by consumers. Products/technologies should have at least preliminary demonstration of efficacy in improving underlying causes of undesirable cosmetic conditions, such as dandruff, hair shedding/breakage, oiliness, dryness or thinning hair.
A yet2client is seeking non-prescription products or late-stage technologies for use by men for haircare, skincare, or grooming. These products/technologies should have at least preliminary demonstration of efficacy in improving underlying causes of undesirable hair or skin conditions, such as oiliness or razor burn.
This is one in a series of blog posts where we highlight members of the global yet2 team. We recently spoke with Danny Soltan, a licensing and commercialization associate in our Boston office.
What’s your role at yet2?
I have a variety of roles here, the majority of which support the “tech sell” side of yet2’s services. Much of the time I identify novel applications or uses for our clients’ new or existing intellectual property. Often, part of this is identifying and interviewing potential licensees and experts in those technology areas. Then I make conclusions based on analysis of that feedback and research. I also participate in yet2 technology scouting engagements for clients in areas where I have technical expertise, such as in composite materials.
Seeking: Hard-Coating Technology on Plastic Glazing (PG) for Automotive Application
A yet2 client is seeking technologies capable of separating particles in suspension by size and/or density. Methods currently used involve the use of centrifugal forces or physical separation, both of which have drawbacks of efficiencies and high wear. The organization is looking to improve on currently used methods or discover fresh approaches.
Our client is looking for hard coating technology on the PG for automotive applications to replace glass windows. They would also like to receive a license of such coating technologies (includes materials, processes, etc.). Ultimately, they would like to install their own production facility for hard coating on PG.