Goal Quote by Alan J. Heeger
“In 1990, Paul Smith and I decided that conducting polymers as materials had developed to a level of maturity that commercial products were possible. With this as a goal, we founded UNLAX Corporation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Corporate founding announcement, UNLAX Corporation, 1990
The speaker notes that conductive polymers had matured enough for commercial use, prompting the creation of a company to develop products.
In simple terms: Conductive polymers reached commercial readiness, leading to a new company.
Key Takeaway
Leverage emerging tech when it becomes market‑ready.
Themes
innovation
entrepreneurship
materials science
Mood
optimistic
determined
Type
business
technical
When to use this quote
- startup formation
- product development
- industry partnerships
Key Concepts
polymer chemistry
commercialization
technology transfer
Questions to Reflect On
- What product could you launch from a newly mature technology?
- How do you assess readiness for commercialization?
A Different Perspective
Market adoption may be slower than technical readiness.
