Core Strategic Framework

The C.A.P.E. Innovation Program

Developed with a multipronged approach to optimizing industry partnerships and advancing science for nation-building, the CAPE framework serves as the foundational operating model of the UPD-CS Innovation Committee.

C

Collate & Categorize

Systematic collection and categorizing of thesis manuscripts, dissertation outputs, faculty research projects, and specialized laboratory services across CS institutes for potential industrial applications and IP mapping.

Research Mining Workflow →
A

Build Awareness

Fostering an innovation mindset across faculty, researchers, and students by highlighting successful technology transfer journeys, celebrating researcher milestones, and sharing practical iStories.

Explore iStories & Seminars →
P

Prepare Researchers

Equipping researchers and students with the necessary technical toolkits, Invention Disclosure Form (IDF) assistance, patent filing guidance, pitch decks, and financial grant awards to develop viable products.

Student Guidelines & Awards →
E

Exposure & Immersion

Active immersion of College of Science technological assets, connecting innovators directly with industry adopters, venture partners, policymakers, and external research collaborators through customer discovery.

Research Adoptor Sessions →

Join the Innovation-Research Fair

Are you an undergraduate or graduate science student, thesis researcher, or laboratory team with a viable scientific discovery? The Innovation-Research Fair is your premier venue to showcase prototypes, gain one-on-one mentorship from industry veterans, connect with tech adopters, and compete for the College of Science Innovation Award & Grants.