Research at Queen'sThe following technologies are currently available for licensing through Queen's Partnerships and innovation. If you'd like to learn more about these innovations and/or explore partnership, please reach out to our office by emailing qpi.info@queensu.ca.
| Title | Description | Opportunity |
|---|---|---|
| Developing Improved Strategies To Protect and Functionalize Metal Surfaces | The Carbon to Metal Coating Institute (C2MCI) at Queen’s University was established to advance the science behind NHC-based coatings and to develop commercial applications in the corrosion protection, semiconductor manufacturing, and surface functionalization fields. | Developmental Partner |
| Surface Functionalized Substrates for Rapid Mass Spec Calibration | The technology uses an automated xyz stage, such as that of a 3D printer, to move the mass spec from one SET to another, rapidly generating accurate calibration curves using a single substrate. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing |
| Probe Spatial Detection and Control Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ for Mass Spectrometry on Uneven Surfaces | A technology for preventing probe clogging during mass spectrometry analysis of complex surfaces. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing |
| Multiplex Electrochemistry: Enhancing Manganese Water Quality Monitoring | Next-generation method for portable water analysis, offering advanced capabilities for detecting manganese amid interfering ions. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing |
| Precision Deparaffinization for Sample Analysis and Preservation | Enables selective deparaffinization of tissue samples to enhance analytical precision and maintain bulk sample integrity. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing, Seeking Investment |
| Naturally-derived Protein Nanofiber Electrodes for Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Conversion | An electrochemical process for the manufacturing of valuable chemical products from renewable materials using protein-based nanofibers. | Developmental Partner |
| Anti-Ice Coating Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ | Lubricant-infused polyurethane-based anti-ice/ice-shedding coatings with high hardness and self healing properties. | Developmental Partner, Licensing, Spinout |
| Novel Fluorescence EEM Spectroscopy Method | Novel Fluorescence Excitation-EÑý¼§Ö±²¥ Matrix Spectroscopy method improves both data acquisition rate and spectral resolution. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing, Seeking Investment |
| Functionalized Graphene - Polymer Composites with Increased Thermal and Electrical Conductivity | Graphene - polymer composites were created using non-covalent modified graphene nanoplatelets obtained via a patented exfoliation process. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner, Licensing |
| Clear UV-Curable Polyacrylate Coatings with Anti-Graffiti Properties | A polyacrylate-based anti-graffiti coating that is clear and transparent, highly durable and free of fluorinated compounds. | Developmental Partner, Commercial Partner |