Technology Transfer

For Universities

  • Technology Evaluations on individual projects or University-wide basis

    • Assessment of technology maturity / readiness level, identification of inventions likely to be successful in the commercialization process.

  • Identification of potential licensees

    • We help you assess market needs and make initial contact with interested businesses

  • Liaising between Universities and Companies for the commercialization of inventions

    • Our office can conduct the negotiations for the successful licensing, development and commercialization of inventions.

  • Facilitating entrepreneurship and Spin-off creation

    • We help University researchers make their first steps towards entrepreneurship: design proof-of concept experiments, build functional prototypes and seek funding.

For Businesses

  • Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) Analyses

    • FTO analyses are used to determine the risks of potential infringement of third party intellectual property rights prior to launching a new product or service.

  • IP Portfolio assessment

    • Assists you in making informed decisions about your IP portfolio: patent maintenance, expansion of IP protection, timely licensing, purchase or sale of patent assets

  • Drafting of Non Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

    • The primary purpose of an NDA is to facilitate the initial discussions with a potential licensee by allowing the exchange of information while also providing protection from unauthorized disclosures. It is advisable to enter into an NDA as early as possible and prior to sharing any sensitive information with a potential buyer

  • Preparation of Licensing Agreements

    • A carefully drafted licensing agreement is an important component in a successful commercialization process. It establishes the rights and obligations of both the licensor and the licensee, the financial terms, the time frame of the deal and other crucial issues.