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Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
TTUHSC and TTUHSC El Paso named to National Academy of Inventors Top 100
Apr. 17—For the third consecutive year in a row, the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) on Thursday ranked the Texas Tech University System (TTU System) among the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents for 2024. The TTU System, which includes Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) and TTUHSC El Paso, ranked 75th. The NAI created the Top 100 U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents list to highlight and celebrate U.S. academic institutions that play a large role in advancing innovation through the critical step of securing their intellectual property through patents. This enables and empowers researchers to translate their inventions, bringing important technologies to the marketplace, bolstering the economy and creating tangible societal solutions. In 2024, the TTU System was granted 25 patents. Of the issued patents, TTUHSC and TTUHSC El Paso researchers contributed to seven. "Being listed on this ranking once again by the National Academy of Inventors underscores the incredible work happening across the Texas Tech University System—to be recognized multiple years in a row is a testament to the vibrant and supportive research environment we have cultivated on our campuses," Dr. Tedd L. Mitchell., chancellor of the TTU System, said in a news release. "It showcases the remarkable talent, drive and ground-breaking spirit that exists among our people. Above all, it's proof that our researchers at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso are committed to pushing boundaries and turning innovative ideas into tangible solutions that impact real lives." Lance R. McMahon, TTUHSC executive vice president for research and innovation, said these latest rankings demonstrate the commitment of both TTU System health sciences centers to translate their discoveries into health care innovations. "Our sustained, three-year rise in the NAI rankings is clear evidence of the global impact of our scientists and supporting staff, including the Office of Research Commercialization team led by Cameron Smith," McMahon said. McMahon credited the increased metrics and Top 100 ranking to the faculty inventors, the support of their department chairs and school deans and the enabling efforts of the TTUHSC Office of Research and Innovation. "This is incredibly exciting and highlights the innovation our researchers bring to help enhance the health and care of the lives of the people residing in the Borderplex and beyond," TTUHSC El Paso Vice President for Research Deborah Clegg said. NAI compiles its calendar-year Top 100 lists using data provided by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Top 100 placement includes all named assignees listed on the patent. This newest list is meant to provide a more focused view of the national innovation landscape and the contributions made by U.S. academic institutions. To view the entire list of NAI's Top U.S. Universities Granted Utility Patents in 2024, click here.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
MSU's Suzanne Lindt receives distinguished TTU research award
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A Midwestern State University professor received an award from the Texas Tech Chancellor's Council on Friday, March 28. Suzanne Lindt, an MSU professor of undergraduate education, received the 2024 Chancellor's Council Distinguished Research Award, which was presented to her by TTU System Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell and MSU President Stacia Haynie. 'Chemistry Magic Show' to benefit local youth interested in STEM Lindt has been focused on making a difference in the public education system since before she was a professor, starting in the public school system. She joined MSU in 2010 and eventually was named chair of the Department of Undergraduate Education. She has worked with a fellow MSU professor, Stacia Miller, to publish a textbook on motivating students to move to help focus on learning. 'My early research on motivation has evolved from theoretical to practical, allowing me to explore more effective ways to engage learners in the classroom,' Lindt said. 'I am deeply honored that my research has been recognized by MSU and the Texas Tech System, underscoring its significance in advancing public school education.' The research award is one of only two presented annually at each TTU System component institution through the Chancellor's Council Distinguished Teaching and Research Awards, which are the most prestigious awards granted to faculty throughout the TTU System. 'These awards recognize the best of the best, and I am extremely honored to recognize our world-class faculty across the Texas Tech University System,' said Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D., chancellor of the TTU System. 'Our award recipients have ascended to the top of their areas of study and are leading experts at providing students with an unrivaled educational experience. I congratulate each of our esteemed faculty receiving this year's teaching and research awards.' In addition to the honor, Lindt and the other recipient will receive a $5,000 stipend and an engraved medallion. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
