DJ Nag

Dr. DJ Nag is a globally recognized intellectual property strategist affiliated with multiple academic and corporate entities. He holds roles as a Professor of Practice at Rutgers University, Lecturer at ITQB NOVA (Portugal), and Visiting Professor at Shizuoka University (Japan), while serving as Visiting Lecturer under the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration. He leads Innovaito LLC, an IP strategy think tank, and sits on boards including Crown Electrokinetics Inc. (NASDAQ: CRKN) as Governance Committee Chair. Previously, he managed technology transfer offices at Ohio State University, Rutgers, and the University of Nebraska.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Biophysical Chemistry
• M.S. in Chemistry and Computer Sciences
• MBA from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• Bachelor's in Pharmaceutical Engineering (summa cum laude, Jadavpur University) with the M.L. Khorana Gold Medal

Research & Expertise: Specializes in intellectual property strategy, AI-driven IP monetization, and medical device innovation. Advises Fortune 500 firms, universities, and governments globally. Recognized for pioneering technology transfer frameworks in over 10 countries.

Awards:

• IAM300 Top IP Strategist (2023, 2022, 2019)
• M.L. Khorana Gold Medal (1992, #1 in India for Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Advising & Leadership: Led startups in IP strategy and AI sectors. Founded the Ohio Intellectual Property Alliance. Served as Executive-in-Residence at Dublin City Schools, mentoring high school startup initiatives. Board member at Dublin Methodist Hospital Foundation.

Labs & Networks: Collaborates with global institutions via the AUTM (2012–14) and ESG Lab initiatives. Active in Twin2Green and ConsuWAIS projects focusing on sustainable technology transfer.