The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC), National Textile University (NTU), Faisalabad, successfully organized an insightful Special Talk titled "Commercializing University Research: The California Innovation Model" on 4 August 2026 at the Video Conferencing Hall, NTU.

The esteemed guest was warmly received and welcomed by the Worthy Rector and Director ORIC National Textile University, along with senior faculty members. The event was attended by Deans, Heads of Departments, faculty members, researchers, and ORIC representatives from across the University.

The distinguished speaker, Engr. Maqsood Ali Kamboh, MSc., PE, Founder, President & CEO of TSI Engineering Inc., California, USA, and the 2026 U.S. SBA Region IX Small Businessperson of the Year, shared his extensive international experience on transforming university research into impactful startups, industry partnerships, and sustainable economic growth.

During the session, participants gained valuable insights into:

• The California innovation ecosystem
• Commercializing academic research
• Industry collaboration and research funding
• Technology transfer and entrepreneurship
• Real-world case studies and best practices

The interactive Q&A session encouraged meaningful discussions on strengthening the university's innovation ecosystem and enhancing academia-industry linkages. The event was highly informative and well appreciated by the participants, reflecting NTU's continued commitment to promoting research commercialization, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry engagement. ORIC-NTU extends its sincere gratitude to Engr. Maqsood Ali Kamboh for sharing his valuable knowledge and inspiring the NTU research community.