Summary
Technology translation is the process of converting scientific research and technical innovations to practice. In order to move basic and use-inspired research into society most effectively, it is imperative that innovators and entrepreneurs have access to facilities that enable testing and validation of their new technologies under real world conditions. Such testing requires a safe and controlled environment to ensure the technology is robust, reliable, and ready for use. National “test beds” could include fabrication facilities and cyberinfrastructure to advance the development, operation
