National Academy of Inventors

Binghamton University is proud to host talented minds from around the world. Inventors of extraordinary talent at the University have been recognized through the National Academy of Inventors. This distinguished designation signifies excellence in innovation, and is awarded to select few who have made remarkable advancements in their fields. 


Now available for free to current or aspiring inventors is the NAI Intellectual Property Curriculum course. The Intellectual Property (IP) course developed by the Michelson Institute teaches critical knowledge about America’s intellectual property protection system and how it can work for you. By completing the course, you will acquire a foundation for a successful career in that most quintessential American tradition, Innovation.

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About NAI

The NAI was founded in 2010 to recognize and encourage inventors with patents issued from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, enhance the visibility of academic technology and innovation, encourage the disclosure of intellectual property, educate and mentor innovative students, and translate the inventions of its members to benefit society.

Mission of NAI

The NAI seeks to recognize prolific inventors, enhance the visibility of academic technology, encourage IP disclosure and translate members' inventions to benefit society.

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Binghamton University actively promotes innovation, encouraging its world-class thinkers to push the boundries of their respective fields.

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