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Who is IPO?

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s (LLNL) Innovation and Partnerships Office (IPO) is the Laboratory’s focal point for industry engagement.

LLNL’s technology transfer connects cutting-edge science with real-world applications — empowering businesses to thrive while advancing the United States’ technological edge.

IPO facilitates this by identifying new economic opportunities, protecting LLNL intellectual property (IP), and transferring it to the private sector through licensing and partnerships.

Mission

IPO’s mission is to bring scientific breakthroughs to market through research collaborations, technology commercialization, and empowering entrepreneurship.

Vision

IPO facilitates partnerships to deliver mission-driven solutions that support national security and grow the U.S. economy. IPO pursues big ideas by protecting LLNL innovations and fostering industry engagements.

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Partnership Mechanisms

Here is what you should know about the “why” and “how” of partnering with LLNL.

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IPO Team

Let’s connect to discuss what partnership could look like for your organization.

Meet the Team

Additional LLNL Resources

LVOC Hydrogen Event

Learn how LLNL’s Livermore Valley Open Campus (LVOC) enables industry collaborations.

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