Inside Out LLC Signs First Commercial License Agreement with CASFER ERC and Becomes its First Platinum Member
Outcome/Accomplishment
The Center for Advancing Sustainable and Distributed Fertilizer Production (CASFER), a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded Engineering Research Center (ERC) based at Texas Tech University, signed its first commercial license agreement with Inside Out LLC, a company focused on bringing market revolutionary solutions that address the world’s most pressing challenges in science and research, food, fashion, wellness, education and media. The agreement with social entrepreneur stakeholders participating in the co-design and co-development of NSF CASFER’s technology innovations marks a milestone for the commercialization of NSF CASFER research-based solutions for sustainable fertilizer production.
Impact/Benefits
NSF CASFER's commercial license agreement with Inside Out LLC demonstrates the NSF ERC's effective technology transfer capabilities while establishing a model for social entrepreneurship partnerships that emphasize co-design and collaborative development of sustainable fertilizer innovations. “This collaboration aligns with our shared vision of innovating in sustainable agriculture and bringing those innovations to regions in need. Ultimately, this will enhance global food security and drive meaningful change,” said Gerri Botte, NSF CASFER Director.
Explanation/Background
The commercial license partnership allows Inside Out LLC to leverage groundbreaking research to create real-world solutions that support farmers and global food systems while reducing environmental impact. As part of the agreement, Inside Out LLC also became the first platinum member of the NSF CASFER Innovation Ecosystem and received the 2024 “Deal of the Year” award from the Research Commercialization office at Texas Tech University.
“Our partnership with CASFER is the perfect embodiment of this vision—combining groundbreaking research and real-world applications that contribute commercial solutions to one of the most critical issues of our time: the future of sustainable agriculture,” said Suzy Amis Cameron, Founder of Inside Out LLC. “Together, we can make a significant shift toward a more sustainable, profitable and secure future for food production. We call this ‘Business for the Environment,’ ensuring both return on capital and return for the environment.”
“Collaborations like this empower universities to drive meaningful change on a global scale. We look forward to the advancements in fertilizer technology and the positive societal impact this partnership will create,” said Cameron Smith, Assistant Vice President of Research Commercialization at Texas Tech.
Location
Lubbock, Texaswebsite
Start Year
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Smart Infrastructure
Lead Institution
Core Partners
Fact Sheet
Outcome/Accomplishment
The Center for Advancing Sustainable and Distributed Fertilizer Production (CASFER), a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded Engineering Research Center (ERC) based at Texas Tech University, signed its first commercial license agreement with Inside Out LLC, a company focused on bringing market revolutionary solutions that address the world’s most pressing challenges in science and research, food, fashion, wellness, education and media. The agreement with social entrepreneur stakeholders participating in the co-design and co-development of NSF CASFER’s technology innovations marks a milestone for the commercialization of NSF CASFER research-based solutions for sustainable fertilizer production.
Location
Lubbock, Texaswebsite
Start Year
Energy and Sustainability
Energy and Smart Infrastructure
Lead Institution
Core Partners
Fact Sheet
Impact/benefits
NSF CASFER's commercial license agreement with Inside Out LLC demonstrates the NSF ERC's effective technology transfer capabilities while establishing a model for social entrepreneurship partnerships that emphasize co-design and collaborative development of sustainable fertilizer innovations. “This collaboration aligns with our shared vision of innovating in sustainable agriculture and bringing those innovations to regions in need. Ultimately, this will enhance global food security and drive meaningful change,” said Gerri Botte, NSF CASFER Director.
Explanation/Background
The commercial license partnership allows Inside Out LLC to leverage groundbreaking research to create real-world solutions that support farmers and global food systems while reducing environmental impact. As part of the agreement, Inside Out LLC also became the first platinum member of the NSF CASFER Innovation Ecosystem and received the 2024 “Deal of the Year” award from the Research Commercialization office at Texas Tech University.
“Our partnership with CASFER is the perfect embodiment of this vision—combining groundbreaking research and real-world applications that contribute commercial solutions to one of the most critical issues of our time: the future of sustainable agriculture,” said Suzy Amis Cameron, Founder of Inside Out LLC. “Together, we can make a significant shift toward a more sustainable, profitable and secure future for food production. We call this ‘Business for the Environment,’ ensuring both return on capital and return for the environment.”
“Collaborations like this empower universities to drive meaningful change on a global scale. We look forward to the advancements in fertilizer technology and the positive societal impact this partnership will create,” said Cameron Smith, Assistant Vice President of Research Commercialization at Texas Tech.