Students at Mira Loma High School have created The Coolar, an innovative dog collar that measures sidewalk temperatures. It sends alerts straight to the owners’ smartphones, helping protect dogs’ paws. On October 1st, they joined The Michelson Institute for...
By Chinwe Ohanele Agwu Join us throughout October to celebrate IP Awareness Month! The History of IP Awareness Month On August 14, 2024, the California Senate passed SR 106 and deemed October IP Awareness Month. Supporters—including students from Mira Loma High...
Students at Calistoga High School (pictured above) invented tools to help wildland firefighters and agricultural workers–inventions they’re working on patenting. Heather Brooks, a Chemistry and Physics Teacher and Engineering Club Advisor, recently sat down with...
Chef David Chang’s recent attempt to trademark Chili Crunch, a popular Asian condiment, has sparked a heated discussion in the food industry and beyond. As with many creators and innovators, chefs and food brands often look for ways to stand out, whether it’s through...
Left to right: Michelson 20MM Fellow and guest James Glapa-Grossklag, Dean at the College of the Canyons; MP Executive Director Geoff Baum; Michelson 20MM CEO Phil Kim; MMRF Sr. Program Manager Michele Morris; MIIP Sr. Program Coordinator Whitley Crawford; Dr. Erica...
By Chinwe Ohanele Agwu In today’s rapidly evolving knowledge economy, integrating intellectual property (IP) education is crucial for both academic enrichment and economic empowerment. For Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), nurturing a robust...
