Dr. Snyder earned his Bachelor's degree in Penn State's Engineering Science Honors program in 1978 and his Ph.D. in Bioengineering, also at Penn State, in 1987. He is presently Associate Dean for the Office of Technology Development, Vice Chair for Research, Department of Surgery, and Professor of Surgery and Bioengineering. Dr. Snyder's experience in technology transfer, product development and intellectual property comes from his long involvement with Penn State's artificial heart program and his consulting experience.

As Associate Dean for Technology Development, Dr. Snyder provides intellectual property education through monthly newsletter columns, seminars and graduate and medical school lectures. He will directly assist faculty and staff who need special assistance. Working with Dr. Jay Moskowitz, the Vice Dean for Research for the College of Medicine & Associate Vice President for Health Sciences Research for the University, Dr. Snyder also works to facilitate transfer of College of Medicine intellectual property to the commercial realm and to raise public awareness of the College's contributions.

Ms. Wagner has worked for Penn State College of Medicine since 1991, joining the Office of Technology Development (OTD) in 1999. As Administrator of the Office, Ms. Wagner's responsibilities include managing the Office of Technology Development, conducting the initial review of Invention Disclosures, Material Transfer Agreements, and Research Agreements as they relate to Intellectual Property. Jill coordinates educational programs and seminars sponsored by the Office; serves as the OTD point of contact for faculty, research staff members, academic institutions, and industry, and serves as the College of Medicine liaison to the University Intellectual Property Office.