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How long does the technology transfer process take?
The process of protecting an innovation and finding the right licensing partner may take months — or even years — to complete. The amount of time will depend on the development stage of the innovation, the market for the innovation, competing innovations, the amount of work needed to bring the innovation to market, and the resources and willingness of the licensee and the researchers.
How can I help with the technology transfer process?
Researchers can assist with the technology transfer process in several ways:
• Contact OTD when you believe you have research with potential commercial value
• Complete and submit an intellectual property disclosure to OTD — preferably before publicly disclosing your innovation or submitting a manuscript for publication
• Share companies and contacts with OTD that you believe might be interested in your innovation or who may have already contacted you about your innovation
• Timely respond to requests for information from OTD, outside legal counsel or marketing consultants
• Keep OTD informed of upcoming publications or interactions with companies related to your innovation
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