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Montana Biotechnology Center

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Discovery and Innovation Resources

  • The Prototyping and Characterization Core (PROTECH), part of the Montana Biotechnology Center (BIOTECH), provides access to advanced expertise and infrastructure to support the design, development, prototyping, and validation of biotechnology innovations. Anchored by the Nanoscribe Quantum X Bio two-photon polymerization (2PP) 3D printer with ultra-high-resolution (100 nm voxel) bioprinting capabilities, PROTECH supports researchers, students, and industry partners in translating ideas into functional prototypes. The facility is open to University of Montana users as well as external academic and commercial collaborators seeking specialized tools to accelerate innovation.

  • Through a partnership with the University of Montana Tech Transfer Office, BIOTECH, RMT REACH, the College of Business, and other key campus stakeholders, the UM Tech Assist Hub serves as a centralized resource for innovation and commercialization support. The hub connects students, faculty, and researchers with the guidance and tools needed to translate ideas into actionable ventures, helping navigate the key steps involved in bringing discoveries and technologies to market.