ATHENS, Ga., Sept. 15 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release:

The University of Georgia has named the second cohort of the Faculty Innovation Fellows program. The program was established last year as part of UGA's Innovation District for faculty who promote innovation and desire to build cultures of leadership and entrepreneurship in their respective colleges, schools and departments.

As part of the fellowship, members will serve a two-year term, acting as a liaison between their college or school and the Innovation District and encouraging entrepreneurial activity within their unit. The Fellows will also play an active role in raising awareness of the latest research, publications, patents and other marketable ide...